Kiefer

Kiefer is a central figure in the Los Angeles indie music scene. His sound blends various forms of African American music, from jazz and R&B to hip-hop and electronic music. Kiefer grew up in San Diego, California, where his father introduced him to jazz at a young age, before he began experimenting with hip-hop-inspired beats in high school. While studying jazz piano at UCLA, Kiefer honed his beatmaking skills by attending shows at the Low End Theory and collaborating with other artists in the scene. Pounding beats, complex jazz voicings, and soulful melodies fueled Kiefer’s debut album, Kickinit Alone, released on Leaving Records in 2017. Shortly after, Kiefer signed with Stones Throw and released two albums: Happysad and When There’s Love Around. His next full-length album, titled It’s Ok, B U, is set to be released on September 22, 2023. In addition to his solo work, Kiefer has recorded with artists such as Drake, Kaytranada, Sir, and Terrace Martin, and has produced for Anderson . Paak on his Grammy Award-winning album Ventura. Kiefer is both emotional and optimistic, which is why his songs resonate across a wide spectrum of emotions. His ethos is to feel encouraged, empowered, and full of gratitude, reminding listeners through his music that “it’s a beautiful life”.