With an immaculate sense of melody and an ear for hooks, YFN Lucci is quickly becoming the face of melodic Atlanta trap music. Marshaling a squad of army trainees, the Think It’s a Game rapper prepares for a do-or-die mission in “Ammunition,” his latest television. Earning the confidence of “Commander Sgt.” Metro Boomin, who leant his signature bomWith an immaculate sense of melody and an ear for hooks, YFN Lucci is quickly becoming the face of melodic Atlanta trap music. Marshaling a squad of army trainees, the Think It’s a Game rapper prepares for a do-or-die mission in “Ammunition,” his latest television. Earning the confidence of “Commander Sgt.” Metro Boomin, who leant his signature bombast to the track’s production, Lucci and his YFN brother YFN Trae Pound explore the deep bonds formed between soldiers when they confront death in battle. The official audio for “Ammunition,” published earlier this month, garnered over 216,000 plays on SoundCloud and earned praise from Stereogum, who said “YFN Lucci stands out in the vast Atlanta trap wave right now because he can do bittersweet longing in ways that nobody else can.” Engineered by Marc Diamond and executive produced by Dae’Shawn “Dae-Day” Shelton, “Ammunition” is the first video from YFN Lucci’s upcoming Long Live Nut EP.bast to the track’s production, Lucci and his YFN brother YFN Trae Pound explore the deep bonds formed between soldiers when they confront death in battle. The official audio for “Ammunition,” published earlier this month, garnered over 216,000 plays on SoundCloud and earned praise from Stereogum, who said “YFN Lucci stands out in the vast Atlanta trap wave right now because he can do bittersweet longing in ways that nobody else can.” Engineered by Marc Diamond and executive produced by Dae’Shawn “Dae-Day” Shelton, “Ammunition” is the first video from YFN Lucci’s upcoming Long Live Nut EP.
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Landon Buford is an accomplished sports and entertainment journalist based in Richardson, Texas, with over a decade of experience covering the NBA, WNBA, NFL, WWE, MLB, and the entertainment industry. Known for delivering high-impact stories and headline-making interviews, Buford has earned a global audience through content that blends insider access with compelling storytelling.
He previously served as director of editorial and brand communications at PlayersTV, where he helped shape the platform’s editorial voice and brand identity. He is also the founder and editor-in-chief of LandonBuford.com—an independent outlet with more than 1.6 million views and syndication from major platforms including Bleacher Report, Sports Illustrated and Yahoo Sports. Buford’s interviews with stars like Gary Payton, Kevin Durant, Mark Cuban and Chris Paul showcase his talent for meaningful, in-depth conversations.
His bylines have appeared in Sports Illustrated, Forbes, Heavy.com, Meta’s Bulletin and One37pm, where he has contributed exclusive interviews, breaking news and cultural insights. At Heavy.com, his work drew more than a million views in just eight months, and at One37pm, it contributed to record-breaking traffic numbers.
His work highlights the intersection of sports, fashion, music, and entrepreneurship—showcasing how athletes and entertainers use their platforms to inspire change, influence trends, and shape culture beyond the game. Landon has interviewed a wide range of figures from the NBA, NFL, and entertainment industries, consistently bringing authentic voices and untold stories to the forefront.
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