KIRK KNIGHT
PRODUCER, RAPPER, BROOKLYN SOUND ARCHITECT

Kirk Knight is a boundary-pushing producer and rapper from Brooklyn, NY, known for his genre-defying beats and lyrical introspection. A founding member of the Pro Era collective, Kirk helped pioneer the NYC rap resurgence of the early 2010s, alongside Joey Bada$$ and Capital STEEZ.

His debut album Late Knight Special introduced a sound rooted in boom bap but layered with live instrumentation, jazz sensibilities, and cinematic flair. As a producer, he’s worked with A$AP Ferg, Joey Bada$$, Flatbush Zombies, and Nyck Caution — shaping a signature sound that’s raw, melodic, and unmistakably Brooklyn.

Kirk’s solo work blends vulnerable lyricism with experimental sonics, revealing a deep commitment to evolution — never repeating, always progressing. He’s known for his live performances, lo-fi visuals, and sharp creative direction across music and design.

With placements in major campaigns and sync projects, Knight is as comfortable behind the boards as he is behind the mic — proving himself not just as an artist, but as a full-spectrum creative.

Kirk Knight represents the past, present, and future of Brooklyn hip-hop — rooted in the blocks, tuned to the cosmos.

  • Kirk Knight is a producer, rapper, and creative from Brooklyn, New York. Known for his genre-blending style and introspective lyrics, he plays a pivotal role in the evolution of contemporary hip-hop, particularly in New York’s underground scene.

  • Kirk is a founding member of the Pro Era collective, where he helped lead the early 2010s NYC rap resurgence alongside Joey Bada$$ and Capital STEEZ. He contributed both as a rapper and as a key producer shaping the collective’s signature sound.

  • Kirk Knight’s production stands out for its fusion of boom bap roots with live instrumentation, jazz influences, and cinematic layering. His beats are raw yet melodic, reflecting both Brooklyn grit and musical sophistication. He has crafted soundscapes for major artists like A$AP Ferg, Flatbush Zombies, and Joey Bada$$.

  • His debut album, Late Knight Special, showcases his dual strengths as a lyricist and producer, and marked his arrival as a solo force within and beyond Pro Era. He has also collaborated on projects like Nyck @ Knight with Nyck Caution.

  • Kirk Knight continues to evolve by exploring experimental sounds, vulnerable storytelling, and creative direction across visuals and design. He embraces progression over repetition, consistently pushing the boundaries of hip-hop with lo-fi aesthetics, genre-defying beats, and multidimensional artistry that reflects both personal growth and broader cultural shifts.