YG to Executive Produce 'Don't Come To L.A.' Series with Amazon MGM Studios
Los Angeles Rapper YG
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By: Joshua Martin
West Coast rapper YG, hailing from Southern California, is set to take on a new role as the executive producer of a drama series called Don't Come To L.A. in collaboration with Amazon MGM Studios. The project, spearheaded by writer-producer Damani Johnson as the showrunner, boasts a talented team of creators. The series, written by Keith Sweet II (known for his work on Star Trek: Prodigy), another Southern California native, promises to deliver a unique and compelling narrative.
In a recent interview with Nume*ro Netherlands, YG, born Keenon Dequan Ray Jackson, teased the exciting venture, leaving fans eagerly anticipating its release.
“I got a TV show in the works that I’m working on called Don’t Come To LA. It’s a great script, and I’ve already sold it to a network.”
The series will dive deep into the life of a low-level Los Angeles gangster assigned to protect one of the hottest rappers in the music industry, all thanks to the crime syndicate security company he works for. This storyline will force him to navigate the treacherous gang world while simultaneously being exposed to the glitz and glamor of the celebrity scene.
“California influenced my sound and style one hundred percent. Everything about what I do is connected to California and my hometown. It encompasses everything, from the beats and the tempos to the videos, and the way I talk, walk, and dress. I embody the essence of California, representing the West Side, LA, the mountains, and more. My entire success is deeply rooted in California, it’s a full one hundred percent influence.”
YG, best known for his album My Krazy Life and his chart-topping single Don't Tell 'Em (featuring Jeremih), is a prominent figure in the West Coast rap scene. His most recent album, My Life 4Hunnid, was released in 2020.
Damani Johnson, the co-creator and co-showrunner of Disney+'s The Crossover, is lending his expertise to this project. His extensive writing credits include work on TNT's Major Crimes, USA's Necessary Roughness, and Fox's Terra Nova. He is also currently involved in Hulu's Sammy.
Joining the production as executive producers are Trevor Engelson (known for Snowfall), Josh McGuire (of Underground), Scooter Braun, James Shin (from Dave), Scott Manson of SB Projects, and Douglas Banker at Five All in the Fifth. Their involvement adds a wealth of experience and talent to this highly anticipated series.
With this powerful team, Don't Come To L.A. is shaping up to be a must-watch series, promising to offer a fresh perspective on the complex intersection of fame and crime in Los Angeles. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting project.
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