Christopher Brent Wood popularly known as Brent Faiyaz is an American R&B singer and songwriter.
How did Brent Faiyaz become famous?
Brent Faiyaz began with SoundCloud uploads in 2014 and subsequently settled in Los Angeles to further his career. Shortly after Faiyaz made his commercial debut in 2016 with the A.M. Paradox EP.
The 26-year-old Faiyaz rose to prominence after he was featured on the GoldLink single “Crew” alongside Shy Glizzy in 2016, which was certified 5× Platinum by the RIAA and earned him a nomination for the Grammy Award for Best Rap/Sung Collaboration.
Prior to the release of “Crew”, Faiyaz, along with producers Atu and Dpat, formed a group named Sonder, who debuted in early 2017 with the EP Into. The EP was also ranked 23rd by Complex on its list of “The Best Albums of 2017.
He has since issued the independent solo albums Sonder Son (2017), Top 20 entry Fuck the World (2020), and 2022’s features-heavy Wasteland.
What kind of voice does Brent Faiyaz have?
Faiyaz has a supple, soft tenor, with his unique falsetto recalling the ballads of the ’90s in technical ability and softness. Possessing a variety of influences from Frank Sinatra to Marvin Gaye, authenticity in his music is key.