# Adam Ferrone

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**Adam Ferrone** (born April 25, 1988), also known as **Rone**, is an American [battle rapper](/source/Battle_rap) and podcaster for [Barstool Sports](/source/Barstool_Sports).

## Early life and education

Rone attended [Pennsylvania State University](/source/Pennsylvania_State_University) where he majored in journalism and theater.[1] While in college, he began [Battle rap](/source/Battle_rap) as a hobby. In 2008, he went semi-viral for his battle against [Charles Hamilton (rapper)](/source/Charles_Hamilton_(rapper)),[2] a battle-rapper from Ohio who was performing at Penn State at the time.[3][4] In 2010, [Complex Magazine](/source/Complex_Magazine) ranked Rone's battle victory over Hamilton as the 8th "most ridiculous" moment in battle-rap history.[3] Rone graduated from Penn State in 2010.

## Battle Rap and music career

After college, Rone moved to [New York City](/source/New_York_City) and began a battle rap career in the Grind Time battle-rap promotion.

He later joined the [King of the Dot](/source/King_of_the_Dot) (KOTD) promotion. At KOTD, he became a battle-rap champion and had several viral matches against rappers such as Big T, [Charron](/source/Corey_Charron), and [Illmaculate](/source/Illmaculate).

Rone signed a record deal with Raw Life Records, a Philadelphia-based label co-owned by rapper [Dice Raw](/source/Dice_Raw). In June 19 of 2012, Rone released the album, *The First Story*.[5][6] He released his second album, *Committed*, in 2015*.*[7] His third album, *Steak*, was released in 2018.[8][9]

In the summer of 2016, Rone was cast in the film *[Bodied](/source/Bodied)*, which was co-produced by [Eminem](/source/Eminem) and released in 2017.[10]

At Barstool, Rone hosts a battle rap competition known as The Nicest, which is a twist on traditional battle-rap where participants engage in compliment battles rather than try to insult each other.[11] The first season of the series was shown on [Sling TV](/source/Sling_TV).[11] The later series were shown on [YouTube](/source/YouTube).

Rone is the lead singer of the band *Pup Punk* along with [PFT Commenter](/source/PFT_Commenter) and other Barstool personalities.

Rone has ghost written for various celebrities including [CM Punk](/source/CM_Punk)[12] and on the show, [Drop the Mic](/source/Drop_the_Mic).[13]

### Awards and accolades

In 2016, Rone won his first battle-rap championship with [King of the Dot](/source/King_of_the_Dot), against [Illmaculate](/source/Illmaculate).[14] He successfully defended his title against Caustic, but lost in 2017 to Head Ice.[15]

In 2022, [BET](/source/BET) listed Rone as one of the top 50 battle-rappers of all time.[16]

## Barstool Sports

Rone is currently the co-host of several podcasts at Barstool. He is the co-host of the *Son of a Boy Dad* podcast with [Francis Ellis](/source/Francis_Ellis_(comedian)) and Harry Settel (Lil Sas) and the *Hoopin' and Hollerin'* podcast with [Jason Williams](/source/Jason_Williams_(basketball,_born_1975)).[17][18] He is also the host of *RoneDotCo*m.

Rone also acts as a [Sideline reporter](/source/Sideline_reporter) at Barstool's Rough N' Rowdy boxing events.[19] He's had a similar role at other Barstool sports event such as the [2022 Arizona Bowl](/source/2022_Arizona_Bowl);[20] [2023 Arizona Bowl](/source/2023_Arizona_Bowl);[21] and the 2022 Barstool Invitational in college basketball.[22]

Rone has previously had podcasts with [Caleb Pressley](/source/Caleb_Pressley) (*Young and Happy*)[23] and [Patrick Beverley](/source/Patrick_Beverley) (*The Pat Bev Show with Rone*).[24][25][26][27] He was also a co-host of the Yak along with various Barstool personalities including: [Dan Katz](/source/Dan_Katz_(podcaster)), Kyle Bauer, Nick Taurani, Harry Settel, and [Caleb Pressley](/source/Caleb_Pressley).[28]

## References

1. Ferrone, Adam (2008-04-18). ["Though out of spotlight, gymnastics poised for title"](https://www.psucollegian.com/archives/though-out-of-spotlight-gymnastics-poised-for-title/article_d5d16569-3373-5a92-bdcf-245ec08ad1b8.html). *The Daily Collegian*. Retrieved 2026-01-07.

1. RUIN YOUR DAY (2016-03-05). [*DAILYSPICE - RONE CYPHERS WITH CHARLES HAMILTON (2009)*](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jfX3cKK_Pko). Retrieved 2026-01-07. – via YouTube.

1. Ahmed, Insanul (2010-06-18). ["Stylin' On You: 10 Ridiculous Battle Rap Moments"](https://www.complex.com/music/a/insanul-ahmed/stylin-on-you-10-ridiculous-battle-rap-moments). *Complex*. Retrieved 2026-01-07.

1. [*Rone Rap Battled Charles Hamilton In 2008*](https://www.youtube.com/shorts/FV7kn91_8_w). Retrieved 2026-01-07. – via www.youtube.com.

1. Minemyer, Paige (2012-07-20). ["Battle-rapping alumnus Adam Ferrone drops first album"](https://www.psucollegian.com/archives/arts/battle-rapping-alumnus-adam-ferrone-drops-first-album/article_b48d116c-a630-5c2b-97e8-921ba6f27125.html). *The Daily Collegian*. Retrieved 2026-01-07.

1. Cooper, Sam (2012-02-22). ["Penn State Grad Releases Single with Philly Flavor"](https://onwardstate.com/2012/02/22/penn-state-grad-releases-single-with-philly-flavor/). *Onward State*. Retrieved 2026-01-07.

1. ["Committed by Rone on Apple Music"](https://music.apple.com/ca/album/committed/1041505186), 2015-11-13, retrieved 2026-01-07

1. ["Dailymotion"](https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x7x4ff7). *www.dailymotion.com*. Retrieved 2026-01-07.

1. ["Steak - EP by Rone on Apple Music"](https://music.apple.com/ca/album/steak-ep/1375624109), 2018-04-25, retrieved 2026-01-07

1. [*Bodied (2017) - Adam Ferrone as The Groom - IMDb*](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5883570/characters/nm5424704/). Retrieved 2026-01-07. – via m.imdb.com.

1. Brito, Francel (2022-04-18). ["Barstool Sports: The Nicest Recap"](https://www.letstalkbattlerap.com/barstool-sportss-the-nicest-recap/). *Let's Talk Battle Rap*. Retrieved 2026-01-07.

1. Lambert, Jeremy (2025-07-18). ["CM Punk Doesn't Want To Do A Pipebomb Sequel"](https://www.fightful.com/wrestling/cm-punk-details-putting-punkanomics-rap-together-didnt-want-to-deliver-a-pipebomb-2?xv=20250718180220). *Fightful*. Retrieved 2026-01-07.

1. RUIN YOUR DAY (2017-04-06). [*RYD Interview: Rone talks Blackout 7, Drop the Mic, and more!*](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w4mCTzVixlg). Retrieved 2026-01-07. – via YouTube.

1. King Of The Dot Entertainment (2016-03-14). [*KOTD - Rap Battle - Illmaculate vs Rone (Title Match) | #BO6ix*](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3xe2CGXrooc). Retrieved 2026-01-07. – via YouTube.

1. King Of The Dot Entertainment (2017-05-01). [*KOTD - Rap Battle - Rone vs Head I.C.E. (Title Match) | #BO7*](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LhLBdkDS0A4). Retrieved 2026-01-07. – via YouTube.

1. Hunte, Justin. ["The 50 Greatest Battle Rappers of All Time"](https://www.bet.com/article/luaghs/50-greatest-battle-rappers-of-all-time-2022). *BET*. Retrieved 2026-01-07.

1. Ayoola, Elizabeth (November 14, 2025). ["Klay Thompson Calls Out Ex-NBA Players For 'Disgusting' Comments About Girlfriend Megan Thee Stallion | Essence"](https://www.essence.com/lifestyle/klay-thompson-girlfriend/). *Essence*. Retrieved 2026-01-07.

1. Graham, Matthew (2025-11-13). ["Attacking Megan Thee Stallion for Klay Thompson's bad play is disturbing indeed"](https://www.si.com/onsi/athlete-lifestyle/relationships/attacking-megan-thee-stallion-klay-thompson-bad-play-is-disturbing-indeed). *The Athlete Lifestyle On SI*. Retrieved 2026-01-07.

1. Rueb, Eric. ["Barstool Sports' Rough N Rowdy makes its returns to Providence"](https://www.providencejournal.com/picture-gallery/sports/local/2022/12/10/barstool-sports-brings-rough-n-rowdy-back-providence/10871537002/). *The Providence Journal*. Retrieved 2026-01-07.

1. ["Ohio Football Takes on Wyoming in Barstool Sports Arizona Bowl - Ohio University"](https://ohiobobcats.com/news/2022/12/26/ohio-football-takes-on-wyoming-in-barstool-sports-arizona-bowl.aspx). *Ohio University*. Retrieved 2026-01-07.

1. Veenstra, David (2023-12-03). ["Barstool Sports Arizona Bowl to feature Wyoming against Toledo"](https://arizonasports.com/ncaa/barstool-sports-arizona-bowl-to-feature-wyoming-and-toledo/3539240/). *Arizona Sports*. Retrieved 2026-01-07.

1. Arena, Xfinity Mobile. ["Barstool Sports to Tip Off Men's College Basketball Season With Inaugural Invitational | Xfinity Mobile Arena"](https://www.xfinitymobilearena.com/news/detail/barstool-sports-to-tip-off-mens-college-basketball-season-with-inaugural-invitational). *www.xfinitymobilearena.com*. Retrieved 2026-01-07.

1. ["Young & Happy"](https://podnews.net/podcast/il2n). *Podnews*. 2025-12-15. Retrieved 2026-01-07.

1. Keeley, Sean (2025-10-05). ["Barstool planning to add Jason Williams to 'The Pat Bev Podcast with Rone'"](https://awfulannouncing.com/barstool/jason-williams-patrick-beverly-rone-podcast-portnoy.html). *Awful Announcing*. Retrieved 2026-01-07.

1. Shipley, Reice (2024-05-04). ["Dave Portnoy: Patrick Beverley always welcome at Barstool Sports"](https://awfulannouncing.com/barstool/dave-portnoy-patrick-beverley-always-welcome.html). *Awful Announcing*. Retrieved 2026-01-07.

1. ["Barstool Sports Plans New Podcasts, Reality Series And Live Events For Its 20th Year."](https://www.insideradio.com/podcastnewsdaily/barstool-sports-plans-new-podcasts-reality-series-and-live-events-for-its-20th-year/article_c51331f6-3904-11ed-be9e-3ff338552a40.html). *Insideradio.com*. Retrieved 2026-01-07.

1. Futterman, Derek (2022-09-15). ["Barstool Upfront Showcases Growth, Disruption and Innovation to Advertising Community"](https://barrettmedia.com/2022/09/15/barstool-upfront-showcases-growth-disruption-and-innovation-to-advertising-community/). *Barrett Media*. Retrieved 2026-01-07.

1. Simeone, Matt. ["Hang out with your favorite Barstool Sports hosts from anywhere on exclusive channel"](https://www.siriusxm.com/blog/hang-out-with-your-favorite-barstool-sports-hosts-from-anywhere-on-exclusive-channel). *SiriusXM*. Retrieved 2026-01-14.

## External links

- [Adam Ferrone](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5424704/) at IMDb
- [Battle Rap Profile](https://versetracker.com/rapper/rone)

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