Grammy-nominated Producer Tay Keith Passes Away at 29

WHO:

WSMV - Tay Keith was included in Forbes’ 30 Under 30 Music list in 2025, alongside Cambrian Strong for their Drumatized record label.

WSMV - Chambers was awarded producer of the year at the BMI Awards in 2024.

WSMV - Tay Keith was included in Forbes’ 30 Under 30 Music list in 2024, alongside Cambrian Strong for their Drumatized record label.

The Guardian - Tay Keith co-produced two of the biggest songs of 2018, Travis Scott’s "Sicko Mode," which reached No. 1 on the US Billboard Hot 100, and Drake’s "Nonstop," which came in at No. 2 on the same chart in the same year.

The Guardian - Tay Keith founded the music label and creative space Drumatized Music Group in 2018, alongside his manager, Cambrian Strong.

Billboard - Tay Keith was known for producing Hot 100 chart-toppers, including Drake's "First Person Shooter."

WSMV - Chambers was included in Forbes’ 30 Under 30 Music list in 2025, alongside Cambrian Strong for their Drumatized record label.

Variety - Tay Keith, real name Brytavious Chambers, was a Grammy-nominated producer.

WSMV - Chambers was known for his work with major artists including Travis Scott, Drake, Cardi B, Eminem, and Beyoncé.

WHAT:

TMZ - Tay Keith had a legal battle with Sexyy Red over royalties he claimed he was owed at the time of his death, having sued her in March 2026.

WSMV - Tay Keith's last Instagram post was an announcement for Chris Brown’s latest song, “Call Your Name,” featuring Sexyy Red and GloRilla.

WSMV - Chambers stated, “There wouldn’t be any point for me to come to college if I didn’t want to finish it — I could have just focused 100% on music."

WSMV - Tay Keith was awarded producer of the year at the BMI Awards in 2024.

WSMV - Tay Keith's last Instagram post was an announcement for Chris Brown’s latest song, “Call Your Name,” featuring Sexyy Red and GloRilla.

The Guardian - Tay Keith received two Grammy award nominations; first in 2019 for "Sicko Mode," and second in 2024 for his production on Drake and 21 Savage’s "Rich Flex."

The Guardian - Tay Keith produced Megan Thee Stallion’s 2024 album "Megan," Jack Harlow’s single "Just Us" featuring Doja Cat, and Travis Scott’s single "4×4," all released in 2025.

Pitchfork - Tay Keith was found dead on June 18 in his Nashville apartment.

WSMV - Chambers was awarded producer of the year at the BMI Awards in 2024.

NY Post - Tay Keith was found dead at the age of 29.

Variety - No cause of death was announced, and no foul play is suspected according to local police.

WSMV - Chambers was found during a welfare check in his apartment.

WHERE:

WSMV - Chambers was born in South Memphis and later lived in East Memphis and Orange Mound.

WSMV - Tay Keith was found dead in his apartment on Martin Street in Nashville, Tennessee.

Variety - Tay Keith was found dead in his Nashville apartment, specifically on Martin Street.

WSMV - Chambers was born in South Memphis and later lived in East Memphis and Orange Mound.

Variety - Chambers was found dead in his Nashville apartment.

WSMV - The specific location of his apartment was on Martin Street in Nashville, Tennessee.

WHEN:

WSMV - Chambers was found dead on a Thursday afternoon.

WSMV - His last Instagram post was on May 7, promoting Chris Brown’s song “Call Your Name.”

WHY:

WSMV - The police stated that no foul play is suspected in Chambers' death.

HOW:

WSMV - Tay Keith's body was discovered during a welfare check performed by Metro Nashville Police.

The Guardian - BlocBoy JB shared a broken heart emoji on his Instagram stories in response to Tay Keith's death, stating, “Damn Cuz You Just Hurt Me Bad,” and shared a log of phone calls between the two, saying, “We talked everyday yeen tell me you was leaving.”

WSMV - Tay Keith's last Instagram post was an announcement for Chris Brown’s latest song, “Call Your Name,” featuring Sexyy Red and GloRilla.

WSMV - Chambers stated, “There wouldn’t be any point for me to come to college if I didn’t want to finish it — I could have just focused 100% on music."

WSMV - Chambers' body was discovered as officers performed a welfare check.

WSMV - Chambers graduated from Middle Tennessee State University in December 2018 with degrees in integrated studies and media management.

(UPDATED June 19, 2026 21:17 UTC)

Tay Keith was involved in a legal battle with Sexyy Red over royalties he claimed he was owed at the time of his death. He had filed a lawsuit against her in March 2026. The case has drawn attention as it highlights ongoing disputes in the music industry.

(UPDATED June 19, 2026 14:12 UTC)

Tay Keith, who was recognized in Forbes’ 30 Under 30 Music list in 2025 alongside Cambrian Strong for their Drumatized record label, recently made headlines with his last Instagram post announcing Chris Brown’s latest song, “Call Your Name,” featuring Sexyy Red and GloRilla. Meanwhile, Chambers, awarded producer of the year at the BMI Awards in 2024, shared his thoughts on education, stating that he wouldn’t see the point in attending college if he didn’t aim to finish it. Tragically, Tay Keith's body was discovered during a welfare check performed by Metro Nashville Police.

(UPDATED June 19, 2026 10:20 UTC)

Tay Keith, who was recently recognized in Forbes’ 30 Under 30 Music list in 2024 alongside Cambrian Strong for their Drumatized record label, has tragically been found dead in his apartment on Martin Street in Nashville, Tennessee. His body was discovered during a welfare check conducted by Metro Nashville Police, just months after he was awarded producer of the year at the BMI Awards in 2024. In his last Instagram post, Tay Keith announced Chris Brown’s latest song, “Call Your Name,” featuring Sexyy Red and GloRilla.

(UPDATED June 19, 2026 08:45 UTC)

Tay Keith, known for co-producing massive hits like Travis Scott's "Sicko Mode," which topped the US Billboard Hot 100, and Drake's "Nonstop," which reached No. 2, founded the music label Drumatized Music Group in 2018. He received Grammy nominations for his work on "Sicko Mode" in 2019 and for producing Drake and 21 Savage's "Rich Flex" in 2024, while also working on projects like Megan Thee Stallion's album "Megan" and singles from Jack Harlow and Travis Scott in 2025. Following his passing, BlocBoy JB expressed his grief on Instagram, sharing a heartfelt message and revealing their close daily communication.

(UPDATED June 19, 2026 04:22 UTC)

Tay Keith, the renowned producer behind several Hot 100 hits like Drake's "First Person Shooter," was found dead in his Nashville apartment on Martin Street. His passing was reported following his last Instagram post, which promoted Chris Brown’s new song “Call Your Name,” featuring Sexyy Red and GloRilla. The music community is mourning the loss of a talent who made a significant impact on the industry.

(UPDATED June 19, 2026 01:53 UTC)

Chambers, who was born in South Memphis and later lived in East Memphis and Orange Mound, was recognized in Forbes’ 30 Under 30 Music list in 2025 alongside Cambrian Strong for their Drumatized record label. He also received the prestigious title of producer of the year at the BMI Awards in 2024. Chambers expressed his commitment to education by stating, “There wouldn’t be any point for me to come to college if I didn’t want to finish it — I could have just focused 100% on music."

(UPDATED June 18, 2026 23:35 UTC)

Tay Keith, the Grammy-nominated producer known for his collaborations with stars like Travis Scott, Drake, and Beyoncé, was found dead at the age of 29 in his Nashville apartment on Martin Street. Local police have reported that no foul play is suspected, and the cause of death has not been announced, with Chambers discovered during a welfare check. His last Instagram post promoting Chris Brown’s song “Call Your Name” was shared on May 7, just weeks before his untimely passing.