Though Sacramento native Nailo recently released his first full-length album, Shapeshifter, on February 1, 2018, this isn't his first foray releasing fresh music. His experience creating genre melding jams is a force to be reckoned with. As a member of the funky-soul hip/hop group, Balance and the Traveling Sounds, and the RnB/Indie fused alternative group, Tribal Campagne, Nailo groomed his unique sound into the groove driven, avant-garde, prog-pop songwriter, and producer that he is today. His first single, "Talking Like This (ft. Angela Muhwezi)," is a prime example of his progressive songwriting capabilities, combining modern 808s, primal drum samples, and classic 80s synth tones with poignant guitar licks and beautifully crafted melodic and rhythmic vocals. His second single, "Grip," takes a more singer/songwriter approach. Vulnerable vocals are featured on a raw blend of intimate, coffee shop lyricism coupled with creamy musical soundscapes and harmonies.  In 2013, as a member of Balance and the Traveling Sounds, Nailo shared the stage with performing artist juggernauts Joss Stone, Ziggy Marley, Jose James, Craig David, George Duke and Stanley Clarke at the 2013 Java Jazz Festival in Jakarta, Indonesia. More success followed the band as they released collaborations with underground hip/hop artist M.E.D, and Stones Throw DJ and producer J-Roc.