AKTHEPROD, or Alex Krause, was born in Woodbury, New York. He grew up surrounded by music thanks to his family’s rich heritage. AKTHEPROD‘s style mixes hip-hop R&B & alternative sounds inspired by artists like Kendrick Lamar, Tyler The Creator, SZA etc.
Unique storytelling connects him deeply with fans worldwide. In August 2024 came EP ISOLATE exploring isolation during tough times including battling COVID19 each track offering insights into internal struggles faced then. Next came PERSONAL, which explores the complexities of the inner mind through vivid storytelling and introspective lyrics.
With PERSONAL AKTHEPROD shares his journey helping people who feel alone. He encourages them to embrace vulnerability. This album provides relatable paths through life’s ups and downs, teaching acceptance and honesty through songwriting, allowing fans to connect with their own stories while leaving lasting messages of hope and strength.
AKTHEPROD was inspired to explore themes of solitude and self-discovery due to a challenging period in his life. This experience led him to delve into feelings of identity, and self-acceptance. Additionally, he drew from lifelong experiences of feeling alone and not fitting into specific groups during his upbringing. Now embracing this uniqueness, AKTHEPROD uses PERSONAL as a platform to express these narratives through music.