French Montana & Max B Release 'LIVE AND DIE BY THE STOVE' with Stove God Cooks

French Montana and Max B have released a new single and music video for 'Live And Die By The Stove' featuring rapper Stove God Cooks. 'Live And Die By The Stove' is the newest track off French and Max B's highly anticipated upcoming Coke Boys 7 mixtape set to release later this year.

The single brings French Montana and Max B's signature chemistry to the forefront, pairing catchy, hard-hitting beats with an infectious rhythm that makes the track an instant standout. Featuring Stove God Cooks, the record delivers a confident, high-energy sound, blending the trio's distinct styles over solid production built to keep listeners hooked. With its undeniable bounce and memorable feel, 'Live And Die By The Stove' offers another taste of the sound fans can expect from the upcoming mixtape.

French is set to join D-Block Europe for select shows on his Worldwide Wave UK tour, which kicks off on October 22nd set to make stops across the UK. Tickets are available here. The tour comes on the heels of French and D-Block's recent mixtape release titled Worldwide Wave, which dropped on September 11th.

French and Max B recently unveiled a fresh UK remix and music video to their number one song 'Ever Since U Left Me' featuring D-Block Europe and UK rap icon Skepta. The UK remix adds to the duo's hitmaking summer, since the release of 'Ever Since U Left Me,' in early 2026, which has already generated over 350M+ global streams, 26M+ YouTube views, and 350M+ TikTok views.

About French Montana

French Montana is a Diamond certified, GRAMMY-nominated rapper, producer, and songwriter whose global vision has helped redefine the modern sound of hip-hop. Blending East Coast lyricism with melodic crossover appeal and international influence, he has built a career that transcends borders, cultures, and genres. He made his major-label debut with the platinum-certified Excuse My French, delivering era-defining records like 'Pop That' featuring Drake and 'Ain't Worried About Nothin,' which cemented his status as one of New York's most culturally influential voices. He later rose to worldwide prominence with the Diamond-certified smash 'Unforgettable,' followed by cultural mainstays like 'No Stylist' and multi-platinum albums including Jungle Rules and Montana. Now operating independently, he continues to evolve, with his latest hit single 'Ever Since You Left Me' emerging as a defining summer anthem gaining momentum across U.S. and international markets. In December 2025, French Montana further solidified his global stature by headlining the Opening Ceremony of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Rabat, Morocco, performing alongside Nigerian superstar Davido. Beyond music, he is a committed philanthropist, entrepreneur, and storyteller. His documentary For Khadija, which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival and was co-executive produced by Drake, offered an intimate look at his upbringing and immigrant journey. As the first hip-hop ambassador for Global Citizen, he has helped raise over $226 million toward healthcare initiatives across Africa and was honored at the Pencils of Promise Gala for his impact. He also founded NAQI Healthcare, a private in-home detox and recovery service operating across multiple states.

About Max B

Max B, born Charley Wingate, is a Harlem-born rapper, songwriter, and cultural icon widely recognized as one of the pioneers of melodic street rap and the creator of the 'wave' movement that influenced a generation of artists including French Montana, Wiz Khalifa, A Boogie, and Kanye West. After serving 17 years in prison, Max B was officially released in November 2025 and immediately reemerged as one of New York hip hop's most talked-about comeback stories. Now signed to Defiant Records, Max B is actively rebuilding his legacy while introducing a new era of music and cultural storytelling. His return has already generated major momentum through interviews, live performances, viral online moments, and the release of new music alongside longtime collaborator French Montana. In 2026, Max B and French Montana are preparing for the release of 'Wave Gods 2: Cosmo Brothers' through Defiant Records. Their recent music releases have continued generating strong fan engagement and renewed industry attention. Known to fans as 'The Silver Surfer' and 'The Wave God,' Max B remains one of the most influential figures in modern New York rap culture.

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