Joe Kay
about the artist
Joe Kay is the founder and creative director of Soulection, a globally recognized platform at the forefront of music discovery and curation. Since its inception in 2011, Joe has dedicated over 14 years to building a team and movement that bridges artists, producers, and elevated music lovers from around the world. With his weekly Soulection Radio show on Apple Music 1, now approaching 700 episodes, Joe continues to curate a dynamic selection of sounds that push boundaries, connect cultures, and celebrate innovation.
Joe has been one of the leaders in shaping this movement, with roots in SoundCloud, where he was…
MoreJoe Kay is the founder and creative director of Soulection, a globally recognized platform at the forefront of music discovery and curation. Since its inception in 2011, Joe has dedicated over 14 years to building a team and movement that bridges artists, producers, and elevated music lovers from around the world. With his weekly Soulection Radio show on Apple Music 1, now approaching 700 episodes, Joe continues to curate a dynamic selection of sounds that push boundaries, connect cultures, and celebrate innovation.
Joe has been one of the leaders in shaping this movement, with roots in SoundCloud, where he was among the first to spotlight producers and beatmakers, amplifying their craft and artistry. His ear for music and ability to recognize gifted artists globally have contributed to the rise of some of today's most influential artists in R&B, Soul, & Electronic music, including Bryson Tiller, Snoh Aalegra, SiR, Brent Faiyaz, Daniel Caesar, Kaytranada, Smino, Masego, Sango, Monte Booker, and many more.
Through Soulection Radio, Joe has introduced listeners to an eclectic mix of sounds from across the world. This includes South African sounds such as Amapiano, Afro Tech, Afro House, 3-Step, and Gqom, alongside Afrobeats from Nigeria and Ghana, Kuduro from Angola and Lisbon, and Baile Funk from Brazil. By blending these styles in seamless and intentional ways, Joe has helped bring these innovative and emerging genres to global audiences while honoring their cultural roots.
Outside of music, Joe is the founder of Timeless Living, a lifestyle and spatial design brand centered around creating spaces for people to enjoy and find inspiration. This includes his investment property in Yucca Valley, a thoughtfully designed short-term rental where guests can experience the beauty of Joshua Tree through elevated aesthetics and comfort. As a devoted father, wellness advocate, and investor, Joe continues to inspire through his unwavering commitment to creativity, community, and cultural innovation, leaving an indelible mark on music and beyond.
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Joe Kay is the founder and creative director of Soulection, a global music discovery and curation platform he launched in 2011 that bridges artists, producers, and passionate listeners. Over the past 14 years, he's cultivated a movement with nearly 700 episodes of his weekly Soulection Radio show on Apple Music 1 — showcasing groundbreaking genres from South African Amapiano and Afro House to Afrobeats, Kuduro, and Baile Funk — contributing to the rise of some of today's most influential artists Bryson Tiller, Snoh Aalegra, SiR, Brent Faiyaz, Daniel Caesar, Kaytranada, Smino, and Masego and many more. A pioneer on SoundCloud with an unmatched ear for emerging sounds, Joe Kay has reshaped the landscape of R&B, Soul, and Electronic music. Beyond his musical endeavors, he founded Timeless Living, a lifestyle and spatial design brand that includes a thoughtfully curated investment property in Yucca Valley, offering an elevated Joshua Tree experience, all while inspiring cultural innovation as a devoted father, wellness advocate, and investor.