J Hustle: From Milwaukee’s Streets to Hip-Hop Stardom

Joshua “J Hustle” Berry, a rising artist from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, has always been recognized for his creativity. Though he showed artistic promise from a young age, it wasn’t until 2017—following his release from jail for a gun charge—that J Hustle fully committed to his music career. Determined to make a name for himself, he launched his label Gametutionalized Entertainment and began releasing a series of mixtapes that would elevate his profile in the hip-hop scene.

Early Mixtapes: Hustle Hard or Stay Broke Vol 1 & 2

J Hustle’s mixtape series Hustle Hard or Stay Broke Volumes 1 and 2 marked his formal introduction to the hip-hop world. The mixtapes featured his breakout single Back In The Trap, produced by G Money, which gained significant airplay on V100 FM’s Heat from the Street segment. This early success put J Hustle on the map and opened doors for collaborations with established artists.

Collaborating with Coo Coo Cal and Kiare Newbreed

One of J Hustle’s major career highlights was collaborating with Milwaukee’s own Coo Coo Cal, a platinum-selling artist known for his Billboard-topping single In My Projects. Their track Go Hard became a hit, further solidifying J Hustle’s reputation as a rising star. Soon after, he dropped Whole Vibe featuring Kiare Newbreed, which landed on 97.9 The Beat DFW in Dallas, Texas, giving him significant recognition in the Southern hip-hop scene.

Mixtape Success: Down South Hustlin’ and Trapumentary

Following his earlier releases, J Hustle expanded his reach with the mixtape Down South Hustlin’, available on MyMixtapez.com. The project showcased his versatility and solidified his place in the rap game. Not long after, he released his much-anticipated mixtape/album Trapumentary, hosted by legendary DJ Bigga Rankin. Available on all major platforms, Trapumentary continues to build momentum, with fans praising J Hustle’s raw storytelling and lyrical talent.

Recent Releases: Epicdemic and Bag Right

J Hustle’s latest single Epicdemic featuring Derrick 4Real is making noise across platforms, gaining him further attention in the hip-hop industry. Additionally, his track Bag Right, featuring Blood Raw from the group USDA (which includes Young Jeezy and Slick Pulla), has already been released and is gathering momentum as well. These tracks, released shortly after Trapumentary, show J Hustle’s consistent grind and growing presence in the music scene.

What’s Next for J Hustle

J Hustle continues to stay busy in the studio, working on future projects. Fans can look forward to the deluxe version of Trapumentary hosted by Bigga Rankin, as well as the upcoming release of Hustle Hard or Stay Broke Vol 3. With a string of successful releases and exciting collaborations under his belt, J Hustle is on track to make a lasting impact in the hip-hop world