Max B is a Harlem-born rapper whose real name is Charley Wingate. He is best known for his early mixtapes and for popularizing the “wave” sound in hip-hop. Key points about Max B:

• Early career: Gained prominence in the mid-2000s with mixtapes such as Million Dollar Baby and collaborations like Coke Wave with French Montana. He helped popularize a melodic, laid-back style that influenced a wave of artists in New York and beyond.

• Legal history: In 2009, he was sentenced to a long prison term (initially 75 years) related to armed robbery and other charges. His conviction was later appealed, and his sentence was reduced through legal proceedings, including a plea deal for aggravated manslaughter in 2016.

• Release: Reports in 2025 indicate Max B was released from prison after serving roughly 16 years, with coverage noting his return to freedom and reactions from peers in the hip-hop community.

If you’d like, I can provide more details on:

• The influence of Max B’s “wave” sound on specific artists and tracks.
• A short timeline of his career highlights and legal cases.
• Notable collaborations and post-release projects.