Tay Keith, Grammy-Nominated Music Producer, Found Dead in Apartment at 29
Tay Keith, Grammy-Nominated Music Producer, Found Dead in Apartment at 29
Charna Flam, Jack IrvinThu, June 18, 2026 at 10:42 PM UTC
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Tay Keith in Hollywood in February 2023Credit: Phillip Faraone/Getty -
Tay Keith was found dead in his Nashville apartment during a welfare check by police on June 18
The Grammy-nominated producer worked with Drake, Beyoncé, Travis Scott and Eminem on major hits
Collaborators like BlocBoy JB and Hitkidd shared emotional tributes to the late producer on social media
Grammy-nominated producer Brytavious Lakeith Chambers, also known as Tay Keith, has died. He was 29.
The music producer was found dead in his Nashville apartment on Thursday, June 18, the Metro Nashville Police Department (MNPD) announced in statement. His body was discovered after officers were performing a welfare check.
No foul play is suspected, MNPD said. His death will remain unclassified until the autopsy results are complete.
The Metro Nashville Police Department did not share any comment when reached by PEOPLE.
Tay Keith in Milton, Georgia in March 2025Credit: Prince Williams/WireImage
Keith's family tells PEOPLE in a statement, "It is with profound sadness that we confirm the passing of Brytavious 'Tay Keith' Chambers."
"Tay Keith was a visionary producer, songwriter, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and cultural force who helped define the sound of a generation. From Memphis to the global stage, his work shaped countless hit records and left a lasting impact on music and culture," said the family. "He was passionate about creating opportunities for the next generation through his company, Drumatized, supporting emerging songwriters, producers, and artists."
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"A proud graduate and honorary professor of Middle Tennessee State University, Tay remained an active alumnus, mentor, and advocate for young creatives," the statement continued. "He was also a passionate supporter of mental health awareness and cancer-related causes in honor of his late mother. He was a beloved son, family member, friend, and mentor who will be deeply missed. We ask that everyone respect the privacy of his family and loved ones during this difficult time."
According to Keith's family, a memorial will be announced at a later date.
Keith was born in Memphis, Tenn., and met his future longtime collaborator BlocBoy JB when they were teenagers. They caught Drake's attention and later worked with him on the 2018 hit "Look Alive." That same year, he worked with Travis Scott on "Sicko Mode."
Eventually, he worked with even more hip-hop and rap stars, including Eminem on "Not Alike," Beyoncé on "Before I Let Go," Lil Baby on "Never Recover," Future on "Temptation," 21 Savage on "Rover 2.0," Lil Nas X on "HOLIDAY," Jennifer Lopez on This Is Me... Now: The Albumand Sexyy Red on "Pound Town."
In response to the news of his death, BlocBoy JB posted a series of Instagram Stories reacting to the news. He posted a photo of the pair as teenagers, with the text: "Damn Cuz You Just Hurt Me Bad." He also shared a video of their call history, writing, "We talked'everyday yeen tell me you was leaving."
Hitkidd posted an Instagram in tribute to the producer, writing, "I ain't even got the words, we been doing this since 2010 @taykeith 🕊️."
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