Run the Jewels

Run the Jewels are an American hip hop duo formed in 2013 following an initial collaboration, originating in the United States and operating within hip hop and alternative rap genres. Their music combines dense, aggressive beats with electronic and industrial influences and politically charged, socially conscious lyrics, and their career has evolved through a series of studio albums and high-energy live performances that emphasise direct engagement with contemporary issues.

Rap Hip Hop Boom Bap Hardcore Hip Hop Southern Hip Hop

News

Run the Jewels Presents Best Bartender Award

Run the Jewels17 Jun

The duo presented the Best Bartender award at the 2026 James Beard Awards in Chicago.

Mentioned·Stereogum

Run the Jewels on Song Exploder

Run the Jewels·Run the Jewels - JU$T21 Oct

Podcast·Song Exploder

Run the Jewels on Broken Record

Run the Jewels·Run The Jewels Return!28 Jul

Podcast·Broken Record

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Releases

Run the Jewels - JU$T

Song Exploder·21 Oct 2020·20:35

Run The Jewels Return!

Broken Record·28 Jul 2020·1:34:44

Run The Jewels

Broken Record·3 Mar 2020·46:12

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