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VERZUZ Relaunch Advances With Hit-Boy vs. Mike WiLL Made-It Producer Showdown in Los Angeles

Apple Music streaming alongside Complex companion coverage positions the in-person series as a catalog-driven showcase.

Overview

  • Hit-Boy and Mike WiLL Made-It battled across 18 rounds at Apple Music Studios on Jan. 30, streamed live on Apple Music with on-demand replay available.
  • Complex published a complete round-by-round setlist featuring marquee productions including HUMBLE., SICKO MODE, Black Beatles, and N***as In Paris.
  • Surprise moments included Rae Sremmurd performing Black Beatles, Big Sean joining for Clique, and Juicy J appearing for Bandz a Make Her Dance, with celebrities spotted in the studio.
  • The matchup was billed as The Return of the Producers, spotlighting production credits under the Swizz Beatz and Timbaland-created format.
  • Companion programming and merchandise rounded out the rollout, with pregame and post-show streams hosted by Jordan Rose and Ebro Darden plus official GAS trading cards available on Complex.