AceShowbiz - Tay Keith, a music producer from Memphis, has died at the age of 29, Xxlmag reports. His body was discovered during a welfare check by Nashville police, who confirmed there were no signs of foul play involved.

Wsmv also reported that the official cause of death has not yet been determined. The Metro Nashville Police Department found Tay Keith unresponsive in his apartment on Martin Street, and Fox13memphis confirms that authorities do not suspect any criminal activity surrounding his passing.

Memphis has a rich musical history that shaped Tay Keith’s career. Known professionally as Tay Keith, Brytavious Lakeith Chambers was a Grammy-nominated producer who spearheaded several chart-topping hits including Travis Scott’s Sicko Mode and Drake’s First Person Shooter. His influence extended beyond hip-hop as he founded DRUMATIZED, a label and creative hub supporting both hip-hop and country artists in Nashville.

This loss resonates deeply within the music community, as Tay Keith was instrumental in elevating Memphis talent like BlocBoy JB and Sexyy Red. His mentorship and innovative production helped shape the sound of modern hip-hop and beyond, making his sudden death a significant blow to the industry and fans alike.

This article is based on reporting originally published by Xxlmag.