Kobe J Banks- artist originally born in Los Angeles, CA and raised in Killeen, Tx, has always had an affinity with music since he was a child. Kobe credits much of his music taste to his mother, who put him on to a wide range of genres from early 00’s Country, to 80’s Pop to 90’s Hip-Hop and R&B since the earliest days of his childhood. It wasn’t until the age of 17 that Kobe realized he had the potential to not only write songs but also have the capability to perform these songs in his own unique style. Taking inspiration from a myriad of artists including Lauryn Hill, Bryson Tiller, Frank Ocean and many more, Kobe has cultivated a new sound that gives listeners a nostalgic feel that can be pinpointed to the era of 90’s and 00’s R&B. His raspy tone evokes a unique frequency to the ears of his listeners, with thought provoking lyrics and emotionally charged performances in his songs- creating an experience for the listener, not just a song.