HIP-HOP – RnB – SOUL
Hailing from Sacramento, California, Christian Gates is a dynamic artist, producer, and multi-instrumentalist whose sound defies easy categorization. In 2024, he won the prestigious NPR Tiny Desk Contest with his standout track “What’s It All Mean?”, chosen from over 7,000 entries for its powerful message and unforgettable live performance.
Blending hip-hop, R&B, and soul, The Philharmonik creates music that is as personal as it is genre-bending—infused with storytelling, groove, and emotional depth. With multiple releases and collaborations under his belt, he’s rapidly becoming a defining voice of his generation.
Catch him at JAZZx 2025 for a show full of heart, rhythm, and fearless creativity.