Kiefer
Kiefer is a pianist, producer, and composer whose music bridges modern jazz, hip-hop production, and expressive solo piano traditions.
His work has earned the rare distinction of being signed to both Stones Throw Records and Blue Note Records, two of the most influential labels in hip-hop and jazz, signaling his legitimacy and impact in both scenes. A Grammy Award–winning producer for his contributions to Malibu by Anderson .Paak, he has collaborated with artists including Dr. Dre, Kaytranada, Stanley Clarke, De La Soul, Pete Rock, Terrace Martin, Kenny Beats, Walter Smith III, and Nate Smith. Drawing from influences ranging from Herbie Hancock to Los Angeles beat-makers like Madlib, Kiefer’s music balances technical sophistication with emotional immediacy, pairing lush harmony with minimalist, hypnotic grooves.
LUKE TITUS
Luke Titus is a Chicago-born drummer, songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist known for his exceptional versatility and genre-defying artistry. His music seamlessly blends his deep jazz roots with the experimental edge of drum & bass, indie, hip-hop, and R&B, creating a distinctive sonic landscape that’s as innovative as it is deeply personal. Following the thread of Titus’ contributions across the indie, jazz, and hip-hop scenes in Chicago, LA, and New York reveals a unique fusion of influences. His sound represents a singular weave of electric, genre-bending songwriting, interspersed with virtuosic instrumental passages, all underpinned by meticulously crafted production techniques. Titus’ music bridges the intimate and the expansive, infusing his work with both emotional depth and technical precision.
SHIBO
Shibo is the solo project of bassist and producer Erik Shiboski. A Bay Area native and a staple of the Northeast LA music community, Shibo is a longtime friend and collaborator of Kiefer’s, serving as a co-producer and primary artist on Kiefer’s upcoming album. His bass playing and production are also featured in the work of BROCKHAMPTON, Tkay Maidza, Jay Prince, Planet Giza, Nick Dorian, and others. His debut album, featuring his unique brand of musicianship and synth psychedelia, is set to drop later this year.
