Brandon “Stix” Salaam-Bailey (born July 13, 1983) is an American rapper, record producer, songwriter, activist, and entrepreneur from Watts, California. He began his career as a dancer, co-creating the global dance movement KRUMP, which gained international recognition through the documentary Rize (2005).

In music, Stix played a pivotal role in the early career of pop star Iggy Azalea, co-developing her sound and contributing to her 2017 release Digital Distortion. The lead single “Team” debuted at #42 on the Billboard Hot 100—Azalea’s highest chart debut—and later achieved Gold certification. His music career also led to collaborations with major brands, including Tanqueray Ten, Ciroc, and PepsiCo’s “Stubborn Soda” campaign. Stix has performed alongside legends such as Snoop Dogg, Dogg Pound, Warren G, and Bone Thugs-N-Harmony.

Beyond entertainment, Stix is the founder of the Thinkwatts Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to economic development, entrepreneurship, environmental justice, sports programming, housing solutions, financial literacy, and more for underserved communities. Since 2018, Thinkwatts has served over 200,896 people across six domestic and international territories, delivering programs that continue to grow year after year. Among other partners, the foundation has partnered with Nike, LAFC, LA Rams, and the LA Clippers, creating theme songs, community initiatives, and award-winning campaigns—earning him four CLIO Awards for his work with the Rams.

In recognition of his impact, Stix received the Key to the City of Watts in 2021, one of only two people ever to receive this honor.

For more information:

www.thinkwattsfoundation.org | @wattsstix

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