As April 20, 2026 approaches, Kye John enters his teenage years with a résumé that defies expectation. While many artists are just beginning to define their sound at this stage of life, Kye John has already built an international catalog and collaborated with genre-defining names across rock, rap-metal, and pop culture history.
From LA nu-metal legends Crazy Town (“Butterfly”), to Cali rap-metal pioneers Hed PE (“Bartender”), and trap-metal heavyweights Dropout Kings, Kye John has established himself as a fearless young artist willing to cross generations and genres.
Now, he enters what may be his most defining chapter yet — teaming up with legendary producer, songwriter, and artist TC Spitfire, whose credits include Paul Oakenfold, Cher, Madonna, Usher, Britney Spears, and Shifty Shellshock of Crazy Town.
The collaboration signals a bold elevation in Kye John’s artistic journey — and it arrives with powerful releases to match.
An Interview With Kye John
Forbes Global Music: As you step into your teenage years on April 20, 2026, your résumé already spans international releases and collaborations with major artists. How does this moment feel for you?
Kye John: It feels like stepping into a new era. I’ve been blessed to release music internationally and work with artists who helped define entire genres. Turning 13 is personal, but professionally it feels like momentum. I’m just getting started.
Forbes Global Music: You’ve worked with artists from different generations — from Crazy Town to Hed PE and Dropout Kings. What draws you to crossing those boundaries?
Kye John: Music doesn’t have limits. Working with LA nu-metal legends like Crazy Town, rap-metal pioneers Hed PE, and trap-metal artists like Dropout Kings showed me that sound evolves, but energy stays real. I want my catalog to reflect that fearless approach — bridging eras, styles, and audiences.
Forbes Global Music: Your new chapter includes collaboration with TC Spitfire. What does that partnership represent?
Kye John: It represents growth. TC Spitfire has worked with artists like Paul Oakenfold, Cher, Madonna, Usher, Britney Spears, and Shifty from Crazy Town. That level of experience brings something powerful to the table. It’s a bold step forward for me creatively.
Forbes Global Music: Let’s talk about the upcoming releases. “Come and Go” drops February 25. What does that single represent?
Kye John: “Come and Go” sets the tone for this new chapter. It introduces what’s next and shows the direction I’m heading.
Forbes Global Music: And in April, there’s a deeply meaningful release featuring the late Shifty Shellshock.
Kye John: That track is incredibly special. It features Shifty Shellshock (RIP) and marks one of his final collaborations. That adds emotional weight to the moment. It’s bigger than music — it’s legacy.
Kye John’s growing body of work reflects an artist who refuses confinement. His collaborations span nu-metal, rap-metal, trap-metal, and beyond.
The February 25 release of “Come and Go” signals momentum. The April release featuring Shifty Shellshock adds historic resonance.
As he turns the page into his teenage years, one thing is clear:
Kye John isn’t just the future — he’s already here.
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