Kali-B is an emerging artist, singer, and songwriter from in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The talented artist is quickly making waves in the scene with his unparalleled sound and style. Kali-B seeks to create music that will elevate people and push the envelope with his sound by bridging various elements from different genres to make a well-rounded, dynamic style. His eclectic and motivating approach will have people mesmerized instantly. His music journey so far took him from experimenting with music in his bedroom to preforming at live events all over Saudi Arabia and having dealings with the likes of Swizz Beats and Empire records. He is an artist to keep an eye on and ear out for as he is set to cement himself in the music industry for years to come.
What was your first introduction to music?
Music was a big part of my upbringing, I grew up in a music loving household.
Thriller by Michael Jackson is the first song that comes to mind when it comes to my introduction to music.
-How did you come to develop your current musical style, who were your inspirations?
By trying out a lot of music genres as I’m always under development ,like anyone should be.
My first inspirations were T-Pain, Chris Brown and Akon to name a few, but that list keeps changing with the times. I’m currently inspired by Anderson Paak, Jamiroquai, JMSN and many more!
-What came first for you, singing or producing?
Singing definitely. Producing came later on in 2020.
-When did you make your first song and what was that like?
2009! Not my best work haha
But no, for my beginning I think it was alright, I downloaded a beat from YouTube and wrote to it and recorded it at my house studio at the time, which was a conference call microphone that was covered with a bunch of socks for clarity lol.
-What’s your favorite song of yours so far and why?
I’m gonna say “Who Pulled Up.” The reason why I say that is because of how simple, yet complex it is when it comes to the performance.
-What do you think about the music/creative industry in Saudi and where do you see it going?
I think we have a lot of undiscovered talent. The potential is extremely high!
We’re still in the first stages but good things are coming god-willing!
-Where do you see yourself in 10 years?
Hopefully still doing what I love to do but on a much bigger scale!
Maybe touring too.
-From the beginning of your journey until now, what is the most important things you've learned?
Consistency is key. I cannot iterate it enough!
Be on the look out for my upcoming single in the next couple of weeks!
Check out Kali-B's music at: https://music.empi.re/whopulledup
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