Aktual was born in Pennsylvania but moved to Atlanta, Georgia with his parents when he was 10 years old. Raised in a musical household at an early age Aktual learned to play keyboards by ear. In high school, he began DJ’ing parties and networking by passing out business cards to promote his company. Working diligently to make a name for himself, Aktual focused on performing & songwriting, as well as producing & professional sound engineering. Through different self-made business ventures, he began working with many reputable & well-known artists, music establishments and recording companies. The relentless focus & mastering of his artistry has earned Aktual productions & collaborations on records with over 100 legendary & famed artists including Jeezy, Lil Wayne, Boosie Badazz, Rich Homie Quan, Philthy Rich, Peezy, Lil' Flip, Mistah F.A.B., Gucci Mane, Outlawz, Kafani, Trae Tha Truth, Playaz Circle, Estelle, LL COOL J, Sean Garrett, CyHi, Daz Dillinger, Young Dro, Young Buck, Future, OJ Da Juiceman, Gillie Da Kid, Meek Mill, Chalie Boy, Blood Raw, Jeremih, Big Sean, Rich The Factor, Paul Wall, C-Bo, Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, E-A-SKI & more... with the list constantly growing.