Taylor Lockwood, otherwise known by his stage name 8lacklight, is an American hip-hop artist from Los Angeles, CA.

Born in Hollywood, CA, he was raised back-and-forth between his father’s home in Los Angeles, CA and his mother’s home in New Orleans, LA. His music deeply reflects both his west coast & southern roots. Recognized for his songwriting talent and poetic lyrics, 8lacklight has an elite ability to cross between the genres of trap, alternative hip-hop, indie & pop.

Some of his main musical influences are Atmosphere, Andre Nickatina, Schoolboy Q, Leon Bridges, Hieroglyphics, RHCP, Nirvana, Hot Boyz, Taking Back Sunday & Glassjaw.