The Whai-Nautz

Robert “Boots” Pickard is an Ohio-bred vocalist, songwriter, producer, pianist, and engineer whose sound bridges hip-hop, Neo-soul, R&B, and jazz with effortless authenticity. As one half of the production team The Whai-Nautz, alongside industry bass legend Chris “Fro” Mathews, Boots brings a signature fusion of soulful musicianship and hard-hitting boom-bap textures that define their unmistakable sound. Boots’ musical journey began early.His talent quickly expanded beyond performance into recording and engineering, where his intuitive ear and technical precision set him apart. His engineering and production skills soon caught the attention of funk pioneers Zapp, marking the beginning of a career that would see him work alongside renowned artists including Pieces of a Dream, Najee, Nick Corleone, Willie Spence from American Idol and Grammy-nominated saxophonist Gerald Albright, as well as a new generation of rising talent. In 2014, Boots reached a career milestone when he co-wrote “Steppers D Lite” with legendary pianist James Lloyd for Pieces of a Dream, earning his first Billboard #1 in the Smooth Jazz category. Known throughout his region as one of the most sought-after engineers and producers, Boots has built a reputation for crafting records that blend technical excellence with emotional depth. All music can be found on All Major Platforms : Instagram: @thewhainautz Facebook: Robert Boots Pickard Email: Robertdpickard@Gmail.com Twitter: @BootsNeoKeys