The 31-year-old musician, whose real name is Shannen Hudson, was killed along with Jare Stevenson, 28, of nearby Baton Rouge, reported E! Online.
Details of the shooting are scarce, but a representative from the Washington Parish Coroner's Office said that one victim died from a single gunshot wound, while the other died of multiple injuries.
Officials at the Bogalusa Police Department confirmed the case is under investigation, but they have yet to identify a suspect.
Young Ready owned and operated his own record label, Bow Entertainment.
Kaleel Cain, Young Ready's social media promoter said, "Ready's music was the voice of the streets of Louisiana and other areas. He will be truly missed.
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