American producer Tay Keith, who notably collaborated with Drake, Beyoncé and Eminem, was found dead at age 29.

Music producer Tay Keith was found dead in his Nashville, Tennessee apartment, local authorities announced, ruling out foul play. The 29-year-old talent had collaborated with artists such as Drake, Eminem, and Beyoncé.

The American music industry is in mourning. American music producer Tay Keith, only 29 years old, died on Thursday, June 18, 2026. He was found dead in his Nashville apartment, local authorities announced . Police discovered the young man’s body during a routine check of his apartment.

The cause of Tay Keith’s death is still unknown, but foul play has been ruled out , the Nashville Metropolitan Police Department said in a post shared on the social network X. Born Brytavious Chambers, Tay Keith was known for working with music industry stars such as Kylie Jenner’s ex Travis Scott , Lil Nas X, Eminem, Drake, and singer Beyoncé .

A meteoric career crowned with success
During his short career, Tay Keith has managed to place several tracks at number one on the prestigious Billboard Hot 100: Travis Scott’s single “Sicko Mode” in 2018, Drake’s “First Person Shooter” in 2023, and 21 Savage’s “Jimmy Cooks .” While still a student, Tay Keith received Grammy Award nominations in 2019 for Travis Scott’s “Sicko Mode ,” which he helped produce, and again in 2024 for Drake and 21 Savage’s ” Rich Flex .”