Outkast Confirms No Reunion and No New Music Coming, According to Sleepy Brown

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Outkast, the iconic hip-hop duo consisting of André 3000 and Big Boi, will not be making any new music together, according to Sleepy Brown. Brown, who is a long-time collaborator and member of the Atlanta-based music collective cy that Outkast is a part of, was caught by TMZ at LAX and made the announcement.

“The run is officially over. Don’t hold your breath on any Outkast reunion. If you want to see us we going to be Dungeon Family. That’s about it,” Brown said, adding that André 3000 is on a “whole nother journey” and is currently focused on other creative projects.

Outkast changed the hip-hop game in the 90s and early 2000s with their innovative sound and boundary-pushing lyrics. Their seminal album, Speakerboxxx/The Love Below, was released 20 years ago in 2003 and is widely regarded as a masterpiece. It won Album of the Year at the Grammys, making Outkast the first hip-hop group to achieve this honor.

André 3000 and Big Boi have had successful solo careers since Outkast’s hiatus began in the mid-2000s. André 3000, in particular, has been known for his experimental and genre-bending work, including his recent work on the soundtrack for the Netflix series The Harder They Fall. He’s also been making headlines recently for his appearances playing the flute in Japan.

Despite the fact that Outkast won’t be making any new music together, fans can still look forward to seeing both André 3000 and Big Boi performing live. Brown confirmed that he and Big Boi are still doing tours.

Outkast’s impact on hip-hop and music as a whole cannot be overstated. They were pioneers who pushed boundaries and broke down barriers, paving the way for a new generation of artists. Their legacy will continue to inspire and influence musicians for years to come.

Other Dungeon Family members who have made an impact on hip-hop include CeeLo Green, Killer Mike, and Goodie Mob. CeeLo Green is known for his solo work as well as his work with Gnarls Barkley, and Killer Mike has been making waves with his politically-charged and socially-conscious music. Goodie Mob, another Atlanta-based hip-hop group, is still making music together today, with their most recent album, Survival Kit, released in 2020.

The influence of Outkast and the Dungeon Family can also be seen in the work of other Atlanta-based artists like Lil Baby, 21 Savage, and Migos. Atlanta has become a hotbed for hip-hop talent in recent years, and the legacy of Outkast and the Dungeon Family continues to be felt in the city’s music scene.

While Outkast may not be making any new music together, their impact on hip-hop and music as a whole cannot be denied. Fans can still look forward to seeing André 3000 and Big Boi performing live, and the legacy of their innovative and groundbreaking work will continue to inspire and influence musicians for years to come.