WESTSIDE MACON, GA — Rising rap artist RNO STEPPA (brand name RNO), hailing from Westside Macon, Georgia and now networking in Arizona, is gearing up for the release of his powerful new EP Death Before Dishonor. Set to drop on November 20, 2025, the project features eight tracks and a single guest appearance from RNO Choppakid, delivering a story of loss, resilience and triumph.
“People should check me out because I speak every word in that mic from the heart — music real, authentic but more importantly different,” RNO STEPPA said. “My story holds betrayal, heartbreak, loneliness, demise and my rise to the light.”
From the Bricks to the Spotlight
RNO STEPPA’s journey hasn’t been easy, but his determination is unwavering. He stepped onto the stage of the Oct. 20 Phoenix Arizona COAST 2 COAST LIVE event showcase and came in second place, competing for a $50,000 prize. “Made a promise I’m gon bring that money home—watch my work,” he said, underscoring his commitment to success.
Triumph Through Adversity
One of his greatest challenges came with the loss of a close brother. “It felt like a part of me died that day too,” he said. But rather than letting grief stop him, he turned it into fuel for his art. His upcoming EP Death Before Dishonor is dedicated both “to the ones who lost loved ones and to the ones still getting up every day to keep fighting.”
Vision, Legacy & Movement
In a few years, RNO STEPPA sees a future where his people have everything they dreamed of—his mother proud, his fan base growing, and his music reaching unprecedented numbers. He envisions comparisons to chart-toppers like Lil Baby and wants his name to go down in hip-hop history. His belief is clear: “We’re on generational runs.”
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With his fresh sound and heartfelt story, RNO STEPPA is proving that authenticity and hustle still have a place in today’s hip-hop. Death Before Dishonor represents more than just music—it’s a movement.
