Grammy-nominated music producer Tay Keith, who worked with Drake and Travis Scott, dies aged 29
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- Tay Keith (Brytavious Chambers) was found dead at his Nashville apartment on Thursday afternoon after police conducted a welfare check; Metro Nashville police said no foul play is suspected and the cause of death is pending.
- Keith co-produced two of 2018's biggest hits: Travis Scott's "Sicko Mode," which hit No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, and Drake's "Nonstop," which reached No. 2 on the same chart that year.
- Keith earned two Grammy nominations — in 2019 for "Sicko Mode" and in 2024 for his production on Drake and 21 Savage's "Rich Flex."
- Keith founded Memphis-based label and creative space Drumatized Music Group in 2018 with manager Cambrian Strong; the pair landed on Forbes' 30 Under 30 Music list in 2024.
- Born and raised in Memphis, Keith began producing at 14 and worked with Beyoncé, Cardi B, Eminem, Future, Lil Nas X, and Miley Cyrus, among others.
- Keith's most recent credits include Megan Thee Stallion's 2024 album "Megan," Jack Harlow's 2025 single "Just Us" featuring Doja Cat, and Travis Scott's 2025 single "4×4."
- Early collaborator BlocBoy JB posted a broken-heart emoji and a photo of the pair on Instagram, writing "We talked everyday yeen tell me you was leaving"; Memphis producer Hitkidd and DJ Scheme also shared tributes.
Why it matters: Keith was only 29 and had just released major 2024–2025 work with Megan Thee Stallion, Jack Harlow, and Travis Scott, making his death a sudden loss for active hip-hop production. Two of the 2010s' most-streamed tracks — a Billboard No. 1 and No. 2 — carry his co-production credit, anchoring his legacy in mainstream rap history.
