Jack Kays Explained
Jack Kays (born December 15, 1998) is an American singer-songwriter from Cincinnati, Ohio.[1]
Early life and education
Kays grew up in Cincinnati, and participated in theater and band in high school. He graduated from Sycamore High School.
Career
After graduating, he struggled with drug addiction and started off his career posting Soundcloud rap.[2]
In May 2020, Kays released his breakthrough song, "Morbid Mind".[2] After gaining traction, he was signed to Columbia Records. In 2021, he released a studio album, Mixed Emotions, and EPs voice memos and My Favorite Nightmares, the latter in collaboration with Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker.[3]
Personal life
He can play ten instruments and is a culinary chef.[4] In 2021, he moved to Washington, D.C. and lives with his wife Cagla Akcadag.[5]
Discography
Albums
- Mixed Emotions (2021)
- DEADBEAT! - Disc 1 (2024)
Extended plays
- voice memos (2021)
- My Favorite Nightmares with Travis Barker (2021)
- Cessation (2022)
- Caffeine (2023)
Singles
- "MY HEAD :(" (2021)
- "Middle of the End (How Does It Feel)" (2021)
- "Outrun Myself" with Travis Barker (2021)
- "Feel Like Me" (2023)
- "Blow it" (2024)
- "GET A JOB!" (2024)
- "DEADBEAT!" (2024)
Notes and References
- Web site: Jack Kays Trained Chef & Musician Talks Importance In Mental Health . Flaunt . 6 September 2023 . 11 April 2024.
- Web site: Jack Kays' turbulent path to a Columbia Records deal started in a cold Cincinnati basement . . 18 November 2022 . 11 April 2024 . Hodges, Bebe.
- Web site: Jack Kays talks working with Travis Barker on his latest EP—interview . altpress.com . . 10 February 2022 . 4 June 2024 . Cooper, Ali.
- Web site: 6 September 2023 . Jack Kays Trained Chef & Musician Talks Importance In Mental Health . 11 April 2024 . Flaunt.
- Web site: Schaller, Nicole . 1 February 2023 . Jack Kays: A Cincinnati Punk Kid Who Found Home in D.C. . 11 April 2024 . District Fray.
