Illie Ave is a Salt Lake City based hip hop artist, lyricist and entertainer. His music summons a natural raw and invigorating energy through infectious beats and smart lyricism. Growing up in California, then moving to Utah, Illie Ave wrote his first rhyme when he was 9 years old after listening to Bow Wow' s music. Later on, he started collaborating with a few close friends, writing music together and freestyling. The rapper soon started developing his own style and musicality, and has had the opportunity to work with other eclectic artists. For Illie Ave, music is a means to bring fun, feel-good energy to others. With impactful lyrics and a captivating stage presence, the artist strives to bring excitement to his listeners through his own blend of evocative hip hop and trap. Illie Ave will be releasing his debut EP We’ll Be Rich Soon in 2021, a mix of songs about his experiences and growth over the past year.