Kai Zhì Hundred has the next generation of Chicago-based music at her fingertips as a prolific pianist, vocalist, and songwriter. As a Downbeat Award-winning musical director and a 312 Music Awards nominee, she uses her musical prowess to continue the legacies that inspire her musical prowess.
Her signature sound is rooted in a lineage of influential self-accompanied artists. Her musical sensibilities draw from the iconic storytelling of Nina Simone, the bold keystrokes of Elton John, and the modern elegance of Alicia Keys and John Legend. Balancing her songwriting with a dueling pianos career allows her to learn hundreds of beloved songs that stood the test of time. Her debut EP, (a love letter) To My Self-ish was released in the Aries season of 2023 on all platforms.
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