“I’m a rapper, amongst other things. Big picture I just like making cool things with the homies"

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If you have yet to hear the name Jay Wood, you’re easily missing out on one of hip-hop’s best new artists. The Chicago rapper/producer captures listeners with vulnerable, relatable songwriting and ironclad vocals that pierce through instrumentals. His sound falls into a gap between rap and R&B but exudes creativity as it floats through different artistic spaces.

Being inspired by a wide array of artists and genres, Wood has made name for himself by building a world surrounding his music that involved sampling and visuals in a way that feels fresh yet nostalgic. He’s most recently opened up for artists like Maria Isabel, Easy Life, and Pell while continuing to build a community in Chicago.



“Though Jay may never ride a wave, he sure is making them and it’s exciting to see where he goes from here.”

-Gosia Labno, Kultura Magazine