Knxwledge facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Knxwledge
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![]() Knxwledge live at The Hi Hat, LA in 2016
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Birth name | Glen Earl Boothe |
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Born | Freehold Township, New Jersey, United States |
March 8, 1988
Origin | Los Angeles, California, United States |
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Years active | 2009–present |
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Glen Earl Boothe (born March 8, 1988) is a talented music artist. He is known professionally as Knxwledge (pronounced "knowledge"). He is a hip hop record producer and songwriter.
Knxwledge is from New Jersey and now lives in Los Angeles, California. Since 2009, he has released over 200 songs and projects. You can find many of his releases on Bandcamp. His music often blends different styles. These include jazz, soul, old-school hip hop, and modern rap.
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Knxwledge's Music Journey
Knxwledge started his music career in 2010. That year, he released his first album called Klouds through All City. In 2013, he put out a collection of 53 songs. This collection, named Anthology, was released on cassette by Leaving Records.
In 2015, Knxwledge released his first album with Stones Throw Records. This album was titled Hud Dreems. He also produced a song called "Momma" for Kendrick Lamar. ..... That album won Best Rap Album at the Grammy Awards in 2016.
Knxwledge also works with Anderson .Paak. They form a music duo called NxWorries. Their music has been very popular and well-received. In March 2020, Knxwledge released his second album for Stones Throw. It was called 1988.
Knxwledge's Music Releases
Knxwledge has released many albums and shorter music collections. He is known for his unique sound.
Albums
- 2010 : Klouds
- 2013 : Anthology
- 2015 : Hud Dreems
- 2020 : 1988
- 2022 : 家.V1
- 2023 : 家.V2
- 2024 : 家.V3
Extended Plays (EPs)
EPs are shorter music releases than full albums.
- 2009 : 3p
- 2011 : Mango.EP
- 2012 : komfi.EP
- 2013 : Rap Jointz Vol.1
- 2018 : Gladwemet
- 2020 : Koko
Collaborations
Knxwledge has worked with other artists on these projects.
- 2015 : Link Up & Suede (with Anderson .Paak, as NxWorries)
- 2016 : Yes Lawd! (with Anderson .Paak, as NxWorries)
- 2017 : Yes Lawd! Remixes (with Anderson .Paak, as NxWorries)
- 2024 : Why Lawd? (with Anderson .Paak, as NxWorries)
- 2024 : Michi: Knxwledge Remixes (with Michi)
Singles
These are individual songs released by Knxwledge.
- 2011 : Dryice
- 2016 : Fa-lala_
- 2019 : jstfrends.
- 2020 : do you
- 2020 : learn
Mixes
Knxwledge has also created various music mixes.
- 2011 : Krimbos[Medli]
- 2012 : Boiler Room Mix
- 2013 : Touching Bass
- 2015 : StrwbrryMomnts
Knxwledge's Production Work
Knxwledge has produced songs for many other artists. This means he helps create the music and sound for their tracks.
Notable Productions
- 2016: Earl Sweatshirt feat. Knxwledge – "Balance"
- 2017: Prodigy – "The Good Fight" from Hegelian Dialectic (The Book of Revelation)
- 2017: Action Bronson – "Hot Pepper" and "Durag vs. Headband" from Blue Chips 7000
- 2018: Action Bronson – "Live From the Moon", "Prince Charming", and "Picasso's Ear" from White Bronco
- 2021: Khruangbin - "Dearest Alfred (Knxwledge Remix)" from Mordechai Remixes