Krizz Kaliko

Krizz Kaliko, born Samuel William Christopher Watson, is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and voice actor known for his collaborations with former label mate and co-owner of Strange Music Inc., Tech N9ne. As a Kansas City Missouri native, Krizz Kaliko launched his independent record label Ear House Inc. in 2021 after being with Strange Music since 2000. A global musical icon and mental health advocate, Krizz has collaborated with industry heavyweights like Jelly Roll, Eminem, Snoop Dogg, Kendrick Lamar, System of a Down, Korn, Lil wayne, T-Pain, E-40 and Gucci Mane just to name a few. Showcasing his golden touch as a songwriter and recording artist, Krizz has solidified his irrefutable mark on the music industry with collaboration Platinum singles “Creature” and “Caribou Lou”, two gold albums, gold single “The Beast” which appeared on Madden NFL and EA Sports MMA, and gold single “Dysfunctional” which was added to the euphonious Gold and Platinum Independent Artist repertoire in 2023. Beyond music, Krizz voiced Dinobot in the Netflix productions of “Transformers” and Leroy Smith in “Tekken”. He also provided the anthem for EA Sports Madden '22 Championship Series. Krizz Kaliko's artistry spans multiple genres, from hip-hop, country, pop, to opera, reflecting his fearless creativity. As his legacy unfolds, his commitment to mental health advocacy and transparency about his struggles with mental health in his lyrics, brings genuine connections to those worldwide.