Ovrkast
musical artist
Silas Wilson (born January 16, 1998), professionally known as Ovrkast. (stylized in lowercase with a period) is an American rapper and record producer from East Oakland, California. He rose to prominence for his production on Earl Sweatshirt's 2019 EP Feet of Clay, and has since collaborated with notable artists such as Drake, Mavi, and Pink Siifu.
Early life
Wilson was born in 1998 in Oakland, California. He attended various schools within the Oakland Unified School District as a teenager. Wilson credits his high school music teacher at Bunche Academy in West Oakland for introducing him to recording studios.
In seventh grade, Wilson met fellow artist Demahjiae at E.C Reems Charter School, forming a long-standing collaborative partnership. The artist's experiences growing up in Oakland, including witnessing violence in his neighborhood and community, influenced his decision to pursue music.
Career
2015–2019: Early beginnings
Wilson began his music career in 2015, initially focusing on producing beat tapes. He sold his first beat to rapper Mavi in the same year.
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