B.o.B Talks Five Grammy Noms And "No Genre" Mixtape

Bobby Ray explains dropping a free mixtape while his Grammy Nominated debut album is still on the charts.

With five Grammy nominations and his upcoming No Genre mixtape set to drop December 7, B.o.B currently has something for both his mainstream and underground fans. The 22-year-old has been nominated for Grammy’s for Best Rap/Sung Collaboration, Best Rap Song, and Record of the Year for “Nothin’ On You.” Additionally, Bobby Ray is also in the running for Best Rap Album and Best Pop Collaboration With Vocals. When asked if he had any thoughts about not winning Best New Artists—Drake was the lone Hip Hop nominee—B.o.B offered a somewhat unexpected take.

B.o.B Headlines Concert For President Obama

Bobby Ray is selected as the featured performer in President Obama's Gen44 Summit Kick Off Concert.

After opening for Jay-Z and Eminem for theirHome & Home concert series, B.o.B has been selected as the featured performer at President Obama’s Gen44 Summit Kick Off Concert. The performance will take place at the DAR Constitution Hall on September 30 inWashington, DC. The concert is part of a summit originated by the Democratic National Committee, which they describe as “a three-day gathering of the next generation of leaders.”