A streetwise storyteller with a gift for riveting wordplay, Chris Keys blends classic rock energy and musicianship with vintage New York aesthetics to create his signature hip-hop sound. His passionate, fiery performances have earned him a reputation as one of the most promising young talents in his city.
Born in Queens, raised on Staten Island, and currently based in Brooklyn, this half Italian, half Colombian artist’s songs are inspired by a lifetime’s worth of experience. He grew up obsessed with everything from local heroes The Wu-Tang Clan to Led Zeppelin and Jimi Hendrix, giving him the genre defiant approach that defines his sound. Chris began his career as a ghostwriter and producer, working with award winning artists and developing an early mastery of his style. Eventually, he would begin to focus on telling his own story, blending his influences into something totally original, with lyrics that tap into universal feelings.
Chris separates himself from his peers with the euphoric atmosphere of his performances. His shows attract people of every race, color, and creed; all brought together for a joyous musical experience. With his undeniable charisma and uncanny ability to bring people together, Chris is poised to be a fixture of the scene in New York and beyond for years to come.