RYAN “K.A.L.I.” AKERS: While growing up in San Diego, CA, during the 80’s era when Hip Hop was at its peak, K.A.L.I. delve deeply into writing rhythmic artistic poems and started performing at local talent shows. As he continued to perform he started to gain the attention of nationally-acclaimed recording artists in both Hip-Hop and Christian genres. He would share the stage with the likes of Kirk Franklin, DJ Quik, Yolanda Adams, Slim Thug, Fred Hammond, E-40, CeCe Winans, Yung Joc, B-Slade, Stevie Wonder, Lil Flip, Jeezy, Scarface, Gospel Gangstaz, Juvenile, Hussein Fatal (2Pac’s Outlawz) and Paul Wall among many other mainstream artists. K.A.L.I. has also appeared on numerous prime-time network television shows. K.A.L.I. is a talented writer, rapper, executive producer and artist. His ear for music and upbeat rhythms coupled with life experiences have enabled him to create tunes that are thought-provoking and relevant from the Hip Hop enthusiast to the Hip Hop novice.