The Man. The Music. The Moustache. Jake Viciou$ is an American hip-hop recording artist, producer and songwriter. He exudes a style and personality which echoes the speakeasy vibe of the 1920s and '30s―with a modern twist.
Inspired by the likes of Kanye West, Iann Dior, Juice WRLD, Travis Scott, Lil Uzi Vert and Post Malone, Jake’s unique style brings a fresh energy to the world of alt-trap. Born and raised in New York, Jake exhibited a love for all types of music including jazz, classical, pop, blues, hip-hop and everything in between at an early age. His passion soon developed into a driving ambition to create. His music shows an originality and blending of his diverse musical interests.
Jake's producing is marked by his intense ability to connect with the artist he is working with. His inventive and intuitive approaches enhance every project he is involved with and he has gained a loyal following of collaborators who benefit from his prognostic virtuosity. Let Jake's distinctive look, unique mustache and musical showmanship take you on a wild, sonic journey.
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