Brandon “Stix” Salaam-Bailey (born July 13, 1983) is an-American rapper, record producer, songwriter, activist, and entrepreneur. Salaam-Bailey, was born and raised in Watts, Ca. During mid-2006, Stix developed a worldwide rap battle league called “The Pit” home of battle rap pioneers Dizaster and Daylyt. The PIT amassed support from some of the west coast’s most notable artist like Kendrick Lamar, Problem, YG, Glasses Malone, Roscoe, Mistah Fab, J-Doe, Gizzle, and BadLucc to name a few. 
 During the end of Summer 2015, pop star Iggy Azalea tweeted that she was back in the studio with Stix, who was instrumental in developing the early stages of Azalea’s career. Team" debuted #42 on the Billboard Hot 100, IGGY's highest debut of her career. The song is Gold certified by the RIAA. In 2016, Stix was Tanqueray Ten and Ciroc’s official music program ambassador for their liquor spirit. Stix’s superior ability to perform secured him a slot as the opening act on the Puff Puff Pass Tour 2 behind Westcoast legend Snoop Dogg. In 2018, Stix has recently created the Thinkwatts Foundation a 501c3 company Foundation focused on economic development, homeless housing solutions, programming, and financial assistance to underserved and underprivileged communities. Moreover, Stix is the official ambassador for LAFC (Los Angeles Football Club), LA RAMS, and the LA Clippers. Stix has created the theme song for all 3 teams and has launched multiple community activations over the last year.