Kiuoro
| Kiuoro | |
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 File:Kiuoro.jpg Kiuoro in 2023 | |
| Born | Christian James Davis June 25, 2008 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
| Other names | Tapin Chris, Ki, & Tactical |
| 💼 Occupation |
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| 🌐 Website | kiuoro |
Christian James Davis (born June 25, 2008), known mononymously as Kiuoro, is an American rapper, songwriter, and record producer from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.[1] He is known for his versatility and not limiting his sounds or beat selection to any one genre.
Career
2020-2022
Talent Discovery
Kiuoro began his career as an all around artist in the midst of the covid pandemic during 2020, freestyling with his friends Del Bandzz and Guapo Aaron. Leading to him discovering a talent, and jumpstarting his career.[1]
Creation of LIFE Industries
Main articles: LIFE Industries
In December of 2022, he opened a subsidiary record label called LIFE Industries with a distribution deal through his other label Davis Records prioritizing signing and helping artist grow and giving them tools necessary to become the next stars.[2] On the same day he founded it he signed his brothers and Pittsburgh native artist Del Bandzz[3] and Guapo Aaron[4]
2023-2024
LSD Inc.
Main articles: LSD
In September 2024, he partnered with Jupiter, LIFE and Davis Records for a joint venture called LSD, to create a record label/collective of genre-bending artist and producers. Signing two Pittsburgh native artist Titan and Ananke, in December, right before the year ended[5]. Titan has an upcoming debut mixtape expected in early 2025.[6]
First Projects
iH8RAP
On September 16, 2024, the release "IH8RAP" from longtime friend Del Bandzz featured Kiuoro on three songs from the mixtape "Basic Bitches", "3 Man Weave", and "Mj". [7] Featuring "3 Man Weave" a three beat switches, five minute long song.
Major Payne
On September 23, 2024, he released his first single "Major Payne" with featuring artist Del Bandzz and Guapo Aaron.[8] Named after the movie Major Payne starring Damon Wayans. This trap track features a heavy bassline and a steady, hard-hitting beat that defines its sound. The lyrics focus on themes of confidence and resilience, delivered with a strong, rhythmic flow.
3/3
Main articles: 3/3
On October 14, 2024, he released his debut e.p "3/3," a collaboration project with Del Bandzz. Featuring 3 tracks on the original, "Fell in Luv" and "On Read." And a solo track at the end "U.G.K Freestyle," that released with a music video. With the deluxe version "3/3 plus one extra" later being released featuring a remix of "U.G.K Freestyle" with Del Bandzz and Dexntae.
3/3 is the debut collaborative EP by American rappers Kiuoro and Del Bandzz, released on October 14, 2024, through LIFE and Davis Records.[9] The project consists of three tracks, each showcasing the duo’s dynamic approach to modern rap. The opening track, "FELL IN LUV," features a bubbly beat and marks the artists’ first public use of autotune. This is followed by "ON READ," a track heavily inspired by Yeat’s production style, blending unique vocal flows with an atmospheric beat. The EP concludes with "U.G.K FREESTYLE," a solo track by Kiuoro recorded over Lucki’s "U.G.K" instrumental, which also received a self-directed music video.[10]
On November 27, 2024, the duo released 3/3 plus one extra, a deluxe version of the EP featuring a remix of "U.G.K FREESTYLE." This version included new verses from Del Bandzz and fellow LIFE signee Dexntae, making it the only track on the project to feature all three artists.[11] With its concise but engaging runtime, 3/3 and its deluxe edition demonstrate Kiuoro and Del Bandzz’s artistic chemistry, setting the stage for future collaborations in the evolving rap scene.
Discography
Mixtapes
| Title | Album details |
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| Year of the Real Nigga |
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Extended plays
| Title | Album details |
|---|---|
| SHE'S JUST A FRIEND, i swear |
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| 3/3 (with Del Bandzz) |
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| THE FINAL IV (with Del Bandzz and Guapo Aaron) |
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| 3/3 plus one extra (with Del Bandzz) |
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Singles
| Title | Year | Album |
|---|---|---|
| "Major Payne" (with Del Bandzz and Guapo Aaron) | 2024 | Non-Album Single |
| "DIM FL0W" (with Del Bandzz) | 2025 | DIM FL0W |
| "S0H0" |
Features
| Title | Year | Album |
|---|---|---|
| "Basic Bitches"
(Del Bandzz featuring Kiuoro) |
2024 | iH8RAP |
| "3 Man Weave"
(Del Bandzz featuring Kiuoro and Guapo Aaron) | ||
| "MJ"
(Del Bandzz featuring with Kiuoro and Guapo Aaron) |
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "Kiuoro". Life Industries. Retrieved 2024-12-19.
- ↑ "About Us". Life Industries. Retrieved 2024-12-19.
- ↑ "Del Bandzz". Life Industries. Retrieved 2024-12-19.
- ↑ "Guapo Aaron". Life Industries. Retrieved 2024-12-19.
- ↑ "Jupiter". Life Industries. Retrieved 2024-12-19.
- ↑ "Upcoming Projects". Life Industries. Retrieved 2024-12-19.
- ↑ iH8RAP. Google. 2024-09-16. Retrieved 2024-07-06.
- ↑ Major Payne (feat. Guapo Aaron & Del Bandzz) - Single by Kiuoro on Apple Music, 2024-09-23, retrieved 2024-12-19
- ↑ "3/3". Apple Music. 2024-10-14. Retrieved 2024-12-06.
- ↑ Kiuoro (2024-10-14). Kiuoro - U.G.K FREESTYLE (Official Music Video). Retrieved 2024-12-06 – via YouTube.
- ↑ "3/3 plus one extra". Apple Music. 2024-10-14. Retrieved 2024-12-06.
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