Biography

Biako, the Los Angeles-based artist, GRAMMY-nominated producer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist, has garnered recognition for his distinct and timeless sound, which fuses R&B, electronic, and psych-pop. He has collaborated with the likes of Fana Hues, Baby Rose, Mereba, RealestK and Masego. Notably, he contributed to Fousheé’s breakthrough hit "Deep End," which achieved RIAA Gold Certification and currently boasts over 250 million streams on Spotify alone. He was also sampled on Kendrick Lamar’s “Die Hard” from Mr. Morale and The Big Steppers which won the GRAMMY for Best Rap Album in 2023. On April 7th, Biako released his debut project, Feelings Happen, offering an unfiltered view into his world as he delves into the complex nature of love, loss, and self-discovery. The album features collaborations with Baby Rose, Jean Deaux, Leven Kali, and more resulting in a captivating and immersive musical experience that showcases Biako's curation and artistry. There will also be a companion short film, directed and co-written by Biako himself, which offers a visual interpretation of the themes and emotions explored in Feelings Happen. Early support from CLASH, FADER, SPIN, NTS Radio, KCRW, Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, and even landing placements on popular TV shows like Netflix's YOU and HBO's Insecure, modeling for Off White, as well as co-founding a legendary studio that was once home to Earth, Wind & Fire suggests Biako is one to watch.