//  Origin:  Newark, NJ

 

//  Genres:  Neo Rap (Hip-Hop / R&B)

 

//  Years Active:  2015- Present

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//  Website: jisaakmusic.com

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Short Bio​

Multi-Disciplinary Artist | Music Executive | Brand Strategist | Cultural Curator

Hailing from the vibrant NYC metro area, J. Isaak is a genre-defying creative force blending music, fashion, education, and technology into transformative experiences. Known for his intellectual swagger and versatile artistry, J. Isaak has built a reputation as a connector of culture, a mentor to rising talent, and a bridge between underground innovation and global brands.

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With over a decade of experience, he’s worked alongside major companies like Disney, Hublot, Jägermeister, Artiphon, and Soundraw, and collaborated with celebrated artists including Young Paris, Wolf Tyla, Lil Tjay, G Herbo, Vic Mensa, Theophilus London, and French Montana.

 

His background spans live sound engineering at the Apollo Theater, A&R roles with M-PWR Records and La Reserve, and leadership positions in fashion, nightlife, and youth mentorship programs through his Positive & Kreative (P.A.K.) collective.

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MUSIC & CREATIVE WORK​

• Recent Projects:

  • Hypergamy - Streaming Now

  • EXS. Shinobi Vol. 1 (Beat Tape) – SoundCloud

  • Freshman Graduation (Album) – Streaming Now

  • Freshman Orientation (Mix-Tape) - SoundCloud

• Executive Production & A&R:

  • Pres di Toi by Young Paris (Executive Producer & Engineer)

  • Creator of The Raw Rap Challenge – Blending AI Technology & Music Discovery

  • Creator of TheHau5 Audition Series

• Studio Affiliations:

  • General Manager & Chief Engineer – Studio17 (2023)

  • Lead Sound Engineer – Feel the SPACE (2022–Present)

  • Live Sound Engineer – Apollo Theater (2023–Present)

  • Engineer - Bull Room Recording @engineroomaudio​

 

BRAND PARTNERSHIPS & COLLABORATIONS

• Hublot x Berluti Classic Fusion (2019): Performed original piece “The New Gentlemen” at luxury launch event.

• Jägermeister #SaveTheNight Campaign (2019–2020): Brand Ambassador & Featured Creator.

• Artiphon (2023): Licensing Deal & Product Partnership (Chorda Device).

• Soundraw.io (2024): Brand Collaboration & Creator of The Raw Rap Challenge.

 

MEDIA & FEATURED APPEARANCES

• Interviews & Press:

  • Sway in the Morning (Shade 45)

  • Steve Harvey Morning Show

  • Essence Magazine

  • Rolling Out, Pandora, 247HH, Black Hollywood Life, Ziphaus

• Correspondent Work:

  • DetourXP & American Wheelman (2023) – Interviewed KRS-One, Chuck D, Kyrie Irving, Mila J, Sugarhill Gang

 

FASHION & LIFESTYLE BRANDS

• Founder & Creative Director – Ghetto Fires (High Fashion Workwear)

• Creative Director – Skateboard Sushi (Streetwear)

• Co-Founder – GIVYN TAYK (Archival Consignment Boutique)

 

RECENT LIVE PERFORMANCES & DJ SETS

• Somewhere Nowhere NYC (2023) – Introduced by Rakim Walker

• Lovejoys Brooklyn (2023) – DJ Set (Open Air Collective)

• Pianos Lower East Side (2023)

• Soul Soiree Gallery Event – Performed and Previewed New Music

for their #savethenight campaign.