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Edward Skeletrix

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Edward Skeletrix
Also known asCight, Syckli, ShieldLess, Im A Monster
Born (1998-07-14) July 14, 1998 (age 27)
Florida, US
OriginAtlanta, Georgia, US
Genres
Occupations
  • Rapper
  • producer
  • clothing designer
  • graphic artist
  • conceptual artist
  • photographer
  • creative director
Years active
  • 2013-present
Formerly of0% Boys, Mizustation
Websiteedwardkingbassiv.com

Edward King Bass IV (born 1998), known professionally as Edward Skeletrix, is an American conceptual artist, known for his work in music, photography, clothing, and performance art.[1][2][3][4] He began producing instrumental music in 2013 under the name Cight, and founded the clothing brand Syckli in 2018. He gained wider recognition in 2023 after uploading a series of AI-generated promotional materials to TikTok.[5] That same year, he released his debut project Skeletrix Language. He subsequently released Museum Music in January 2025 and Body of Work in May 2026.

Personal life

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Edward King Bass IV[6] was born in 1998[7] in Florida.[3] He grew up in Albany, Georgia. His father, Edward King Bass III, is a doctor in Albany. Bass attended Georgia State University from 2016 to 2020 and earned a B.A. in Public Health.[8]

During college, Bass worked in a Baltimore-area psychiatric hospital. Bass has stated that his experiences working in psychiatric care influenced his artistic development and interest in consciousness, meditation, and mental health.[4]. In 2026, Bass revealed his history of mental illness, including derealization, and an intense fear of developing schizophrenia that peaked during the COVID-19 pandemic. He has cited Eckhart Tolle and Mooji as major influences on his personal philosophy.[9]

Career

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Bass began making music in 2013, producing under the name Cight, collaborating with rappers Night Lovell and XXXTentacion.[7] Bass was also a founding member of underground production groups 0% boys and Mizustation. Bass created the streetwear brand Syckli in late 2018.[7][10] In mid-2019, Bass adopted the moniker "Edward Skeletrix" and in 2023 began uploading AI-generated memes to TikTok, which quickly gained popularity.[10] During this period, Bass worked at a psychiatric hospital in Baltimore, which he says "triggered a sort of psychotic episode that lasted for about a year".[11]

Bass began releasing singles in early 2023, and released his debut project, Skeletrix Language, in December of that year.[2] Shortly afterward, he teased a project by the name of Skeletrix Islvnd Rvdix 66.7, although it was never released.[2] Following the release of Skeletrix Language, Bass began teasing Museum Music.[7] In the final days of 2024, Edward Skeletrix held a pop-up art gallery in New York City to promote the album, during which he sat inside of a glass box while fans poured water on him, prodded him with provided objects, and attempted to light him on fire.[10] Upon its release on January 1, 2025, Museum Music was met with mixed reception from music critics.[2]

Bass announced his third album, Body of Work, on June 23, 2025. Although it was initially scheduled for July 1, 2025, the release was delayed to March 2026 for unknown reasons. On July 14, 2025, in an interview with Our Generation Music, Bass accused longtime collaborator Brennan Jones of mental and physical abuse, stating that Jones threatened to "kill Edward in his sleep" and that he was "not well".[12]

From November 15-18 2025, Bass hosted a series of three exhibits titled Jester's Privilege. The exhibits (War, Perfect Animal, Mother of My Child?) featured art from Bass, as well as performance art.[13] Bass also contributed artwork to a January 2026 exhibit organized by Setareh Gallery in London, Breach.[14]

In early 2026, Bass announced that Body of Work had been further delayed to May 2026. The album's tracklist was revealed via an Instagram post on April 30, 2026, with the album releasing the following day.

The album was accompanied by a broader multimedia campaign. Speaking to 032c, Bass described Body of Work as a "photo album", stating that the project was conceived through images as much as music and that each song was paired with its own artwork rather than a single album cover.[4] The album's visual presentation featured collaborations with fashion designer Mowalola and artist Pol Taburet.[4]

Bass hosted a multi-space installation and performance work in London on May 2, 2026, titled Commerce of Desire, to promote Body of Work.[15]

Artistry

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Bass's work has been associated with surreal and uncanny valley imagery, particularly in his use of AI-generated video and promotional material.[10] 032c described him as a "worldbuilder" whose practice spans music, photography, painting, fashion and performance, with Bass stating that music is "a piece of the world" rather than the sole focus of his work.[4] Bass has said that he is interested in strong audience reactions and in art that appears unsettling while carrying a positive or meditative intention.[4]

Bass has cited Triad God, XXXTentacion, Slime Dollaz, Eckhart Tolle, Mooji, deadlydollaz, salon and cough, Arca, and YAYAYI as influences.[12]

Discography

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Albums

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Title Album details
Skeletrix Language
Museum Music
  • Released: January 1, 2025
  • Label: Range Music
  • Format: Streaming
Body of Work
  • Released: May 1, 2026
  • Label: Self-released
  • Format: Streaming, LP

Exhibits

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Bass has characterized his exhibitions and installations as integral components of his artistic output rather than promotional events for his music releases.[4]

Bass has hosted and contributed to multiple art exhibits:[16]

Date Exhibit title Host Location
29 December 2024 Museum Music Edward Skeletrix New York City, New York
15-18 November 2025 Jester's Privilege Edward Skeletrix New York City, New York
23 January 2026 Breach Setareh + Market Gallery London, United Kingdom
2 May 2026 Commerce of Desire Edward Skeletrix London, United Kingdom

References

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  1. ^ "Edward Skeletrix's compelling Museum Music gives conceptual art a bad rap". The FADER. Retrieved January 21, 2026.
  2. ^ a b c d Pierre, Alphonse (January 24, 2025). "Edward Skeletrix: Museum Music". Pitchfork. Retrieved February 10, 2025.
  3. ^ a b Barlas, Jon (January 23, 2025). "25 Rappers To Watch In 2025". Complex. Retrieved February 10, 2025.
  4. ^ a b c d e f g George, Cassidy (May 28, 2026). "Edward Skeletrix: The Mind as Masterpiece". 032c. Retrieved May 29, 2026.
  5. ^ "What is Skeletrix Island? Creepy AI-generated videos take over TikTok". Yahoo Life. November 16, 2023. Retrieved January 21, 2026.
  6. ^ "From Nosferatu to Patience: a complete guide to this week's entertainment in the UK". The Guardian. January 4, 2025. ISSN 0261-3077. Retrieved February 10, 2025.
  7. ^ a b c d Cole, Alexander (January 2, 2025). "Edward Skeletrix Re-Invents The Wheel With His "Museum Music" Projects Released Under Different Names". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved February 10, 2025.
  8. ^ "CV". Edward King Bass IV. Retrieved May 19, 2026.
  9. ^ Edward Skeletrix (May 18, 2026). Everything is Ok . Retrieved May 20, 2026 – via YouTube.
  10. ^ a b c d Medithi, Vivian (January 28, 2025). "Edward Skeletrix's compelling Museum Music gives conceptual art a bad rap". The Fader. Retrieved February 10, 2025.
  11. ^ "Statement". Edward King Bass IV. Retrieved June 18, 2025.
  12. ^ a b Our Generation Music (July 14, 2025). Well Well Well... | Edward Skeletrix. Retrieved July 15, 2025 – via YouTube.
  13. ^ "NAMSKI". www.namski.com. Retrieved May 3, 2026.
  14. ^ "Breach | Exhibitions | MutualArt". setareh-gallery.com. Retrieved May 3, 2026.
  15. ^ "NAMSKI". www.namski.com. Archived from the original on May 3, 2026. Retrieved May 3, 2026.
  16. ^ "CV". Edward King Bass IV. Retrieved May 3, 2026.
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