Artist profile

Kool Keith

Kool Keith is a pioneering rapper and producer known for his experimental approach to hip-hop, blending abstract lyricism with innovative production across multiple alter egos and projects. His work spans intricate wordplay and unconventional sonic textures, establishing him as an influential figure in underground and alternative hip-hop scenes.

3 tracksTrap / Future Bass· 1997

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Sound profile

Kool Keith is a moderate-energy — mostly instrumental artist.

This artistTypical Trap / Future Bass

Signature sound

Unusually low brightness for Trap / Future Bass.

brightness

Key & BPM profile

Most tracks sit between 76–150 BPM with a median of 85 · predominantly minor keys (67% minor) · most common key: 7B (F Major) with 1 track.

BPM spread

75–79

85–89

150–154

Key distribution

1A 1B 2A 2B 3A 3B 4A 4B 5A 5B 6A1 6B 7A1 7B1 8A 8B 9A 9B 10A 10B 11A 11B 12A 12B

Release volume by decade

1990s

Tracks in catalog

3 total · sortable

Sex Style

Kool Keith

857A

Trap / Future Bass

Make Up Your Mind

Kool Keith

766A

Trap / Future Bass

Entering the Future feat. Kool Keith

Kool Keith, Figure

1507B

Dubstep

Track	BPM · Key	Energy	Year	Genre
Sex Style Kool Keith	857AD Minor	54%Sustainer	1997	Trap / Future Bass
Make Up Your Mind Kool Keith	766AG Minor	45%Sustainer	1997	Trap / Future Bass
Entering the Future feat. Kool Keith Kool Keith, Figure	1507BF Major	55%Builder	—	Dubstep

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FAQ

What BPM does Kool Keith play at?

Kool Keith's tracks in our catalog range from 76 to 150 BPM, with a median of 85 BPM. Across 3 tracks, the most common range falls in the 85–90 BPM bucket.

What key are Kool Keith's tracks in?

Kool Keith's tracks are mostly in minor keys (67% minor across 3 tracks). The most common single key is 7B (F Major) with 1 track.

What artists mix well with Kool Keith?

Based on harmonic compatibility, tempo proximity and artist-cohort context, Kool Keith pairs well with Dr Octagon, Dr Dooom, Ultramagnetic Mcs. The full list — with track counts in our catalog and similarity scores — is in the Related Artists section above.