LOS ANGELES HIP-HOP PRODUCER RAS G HAS PASSED AWAY

Written by: Brandon Brown

Prolific Los Angeles producer Ras G has passed away at age 39.

Ras was associated with Flying Lotus, who made a heartfelt post about his passing via Instagram. He was also a co-founder of the label Brainfeeder and had ties with Stones Throw. Ras released albums consistently over the past 11 years. His talents were remarkable on the Los Angeles hip hop scene that helped create its ever so unique sound.

​The current cause of death is currently unknown.
 

It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to one of our brothers, Gregory Shorter, aka RAS G. We send our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, & fans worldwide. One of the founders of BRAINFEEDER & LA Beat Scene. Rest In Peace G. We love you. (Ohhh Rass! • Airhornn!) pic.twitter.com/1pd8wX6Fyi

— BRAINFEEDER (@BRAINFEEDER) July 29, 2019

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I never met an alien so unique. He could simplify this crazy life so easily and somehow to Ras, it all made sense. ❤️ RIP Ras_G @afrikanspaceprogram

A post shared by flyinglotus (@flyinglotus) on Jul 29, 2019 at 4:42pm PDT