Chiko Chinyadza

Downtown Kayoto is the definition of a new generation DIY artist, directing the entire spectrum of his world, from production to art direction to the choreography in his videos.

Having amassed millions of streams across his catalogue so far and gaining a significant cult following in the process, the Hull native has become a beacon for individual expression and creativity, gaining significant critical attention across both sides of the Atlantic in the last year, PITCHFORK, NME, THE FACE, PIGEONS & PLANES, LYRICAL LEMONADE, WONDERLAND MAGAZINE and COLORS amongst others heralding a breakthrough new talent.

His recent single “Came Thru” has already gained over 1M+ views so far across TikTok and Instagram as well as receiving tastemaker support from the likes of CLASH who described the track as an “addictive piece of alt-R&B that has a sting in its tail" and WONDERLAND MAGAZINE who stated “DK speaks to the power of cultural impact”. Add to this comprehensive BBC RADIO 1 airplay from Jack Saunders, Gemma Bradley, Arielle Free, and Jessie Ware, as well as Apple Music / Beats 1 support from Pharrell Williams and Zane Lowe, DK has secured coveted support slots alongside Tkay Maidza and Finn Askew, with debut festival appearances at Reading & Leeds, The Great Escape and Dot To Dot. The whirlwind of attention all points to one of the most significant homegrown talents coming through right now.