BeatKing – Houston Loses a Legend

Justin Riley, better known as Houston Legend BeatKing, aka Club Godzilla, passed away Thursday, August 15, 2024 at the age of 39. An official cause of death has not been released at this time. BeatKing was a rapper and producer that worked with countless artists, but still had time for the average Houstonian.

BeatKing hit the charts in 2010 with the release of “Kings of the Club” and was a major contributor to the rise in popularity of Southern Club Music. He consistently released new music over the next 14 years, his latest album, “Never Leave Houston on a Sunday” was released only a few weeks ago on July 26.

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