Grammy-nominated hip-hop producer Tay Keith was found dead Thursday in his Nashville apartment, with Metro Nashville Police telling local outlets no foul play is suspected, sending shockwaves through the music industry.
Officers discovered the body of Brytavious Lakeith Chambers — known professionally as Tay Keith — while conducting a welfare check, WSMV and Fox 13 Memphis reported, citing Metro Nashville Police. He was 29. WSMV reported his body was found at his Martin Street apartment. The cause of death has not yet been determined.
The news prompted an immediate outpouring of grief from collaborators. BlocBoy JB, one of Mr. Chambers’ closest creative partners, posted a throwback photo of the two together on Instagram with the caption, “Dam Cuz…You just hurt me bad,” according to Baller Alert . Fellow Memphis producer HitKidd shared his own tribute, writing, “I ain’t even got the words, we been doing this since 2010.”
Born Sept. 20, 1996, in Memphis, Tennessee, Mr. Chambers built one of hip-hop’s most recognizable production resumes. His signature producer tag — “ Tay Keith , f—- these n——s up” — became a ubiquitous fixture across the genre. He rose to mainstream prominence in 2018, co-producing Travis Scott’s chart-topping “Sicko Mode,” which earned him a Grammy nomination for Best Rap Song. He also helmed Drake’s “Nonstop” and “God’s Plan,” Eminem’s “Not Alike,” BlocBoy JB’s “Look Alive,” and Sexyy Red’s “Pound Town 2.”
Earlier this year, Mr. Chambers partnered with the American Cancer Society to donate speakers to Hope Lodges nationwide in memory of his late mother, LaToya, writing at the time: “Music is healing.”
Most recently, Billboard named him one of the top producers of the 21st century on its Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, where he ranked No. 12 alongside industry luminaries including Jermaine Dupri and Boi-1da. “God is Great. Forever Grateful,” he wrote in response to the recognition.
His management has asked for prayers for his family as authorities continue their investigation. No additional details have been released.
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CBS News (US)IndependentCenter2 days agoGrammy-nominated record producer Tay Keith was found dead in his Nashville apartment on Thursday. The Metro Nashville Police Department confirmed the discovery during a welfare check, though they did not specify why the check was initiated. An autopsy will determine the cause of death, and no foul play is suspected. Keith, born Brytavious Chambers, worked with artists such as Beyoncé, Drake, and Eminem. He received two Grammy nominations for producing 'Sicko Mode' and 'Rich Flex.'
Bias read (Center): The article provides factual information about the death of a music producer without taking a stance or using biased language. It focuses on the event itself, the circumstances of the discovery, and the individual's professional background.
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Breitbart NewsIndependentCenter2 days agoGrammy-nominated music producer Tay Keith, known for working with artists like Travis Scott, Drake, and Eminem, was found dead at his Nashville apartment. Authorities have ruled out foul play and stated that his death is under investigation pending an autopsy.
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NBC NewsIndependentCenter2 days agoGrammy-nominated record producer Tay Keith, whose real name is Brytavious Chambers, was found dead in his Nashville home on Thursday. Police performed a welfare check and found him unresponsive in his apartment. Authorities have ruled out foul play, and the cause of death is pending an autopsy. Keith had worked with major artists such as Beyoncé, Drake, and Travis Scott, and was known for producing several No. 1 hits on the Billboard Hot 100.
Bias read (Center): The article provides factual information about the death of a music producer without any apparent ideological framing, bias, or political commentary. The content focuses on professional achievements and does not involve political figures, policies, or contentious issues.
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The Washington TimesIndependentCenter2 days agoGrammy-nominated hip-hop producer Tay Keith, whose real name is Brytavious Lakeith Chambers, was found dead at 29 in his Nashville apartment. Authorities have ruled out foul play, and the cause of death remains undetermined. The music industry expressed shock and grief over his passing, with several collaborators paying tribute online. Born in Memphis, Tennessee, Chambers had a prominent career in hip-hop production, working with artists such as Travis Scott, Drake, and Eminem.
Bias read (Center): The article reports on the death of a public figure without taking a stance on any political issue. It focuses on factual details regarding the incident, including police statements, tributes from colleagues, and background information on the individual's career. There is no indication of biased phr
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