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Born the son of singers in Philadelphia, music has been in Producer/Writer Tekneek’s
blood his whole life. A chance meeting with follow Philadelphian, Tha Dogg Pound’s
Kurupt, led Tekneek to move to Los Angeles in 2005.
From there Tekneek has carved out his name in the hip hop world, gaining the respect of fans worldwide, releasing an album with Kurupt. At the same time he was working with hip hop stalwarts Daz, Freeway, Redman, Killah Priest and many others. In 2008 Tekneek began exploring other genres and sounds, honing is craft in pop and R&B as well.
Before long people were taking notice of this dual threat, inviting him into sessions of all types.
In 2011 Tekneek signed to Hits and History Publishing, and has been working with Big Time Rush, Cobra Starship, Three 6 Mafia, Brandon Hines, Maino and others.
Rarely does a generation produce a songwriter/producer with the advanced talents
Cody Williams possesses while just turning 17 years old. Already cutting records
with Big Time Rush (a record he co-
Williams began singing at the age of 3, and has performed in musical productions such as High School Musical, Into the Woods, and Grease. After attending the Los Angeles County High School for the Arts through his Sophomore year, he tested out of school to focus on music full time. In 2011 Williams signed a publishing deal with Hits & History, a newly established company that also administers the publishing of hit making songwriter Steven Battey of the Jackie Boyz (Justin Bieber, Madonna, FloRida, Ron Isley, Mann and more) and songwriter/producer Tekneek.
With a sound that covers the spectrum of pop, pop/rock, r&b, and hip hop, Williams versatility is extensive. He lists his musical influences as Lady GaGa, David Bowie, Madonna, Freddy Mercury and Dr. Luke.
Still three years to go, Williams still has ample time to reach his goal of winning a Grammy before his 20th birthday.