Chris Alvin Sunday, professionally known as Krizbeatz or KrizBeatz the Drummer Boy, is a Nigerian record producer, songwriter, and sound engineer born on December 25, 1994, in Lagos State, Nigeria. Renowned for producing Tekno’s hit single “Pana,” which helped define the Pon Pon sound, Krizbeatz has become a prominent figure in the Afrobeat and Afro Dance Music scenes. His innovative approach to music production has earned him both national and international recognition.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Chris Alvin Sunday |
| Date of Birth | December 25, 1994 |
| Place of Birth | Lagos, Nigeria |
| State of Origin | Lagos State |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Occupations | Record Producer, Songwriter, Audio Engineer |
| Net Worth | $1 million–$5 million |
Early Life and Education
Krizbeatz grew up in Lagos, Nigeria, where he was exposed to diverse musical influences. Inspired by legendary Nigerian producer OJB Jezreel, he developed a passion for music from an early age.
He obtained a degree in Linguistics from the University of Ibadan and later studied Music Technology at SAE Institute in South Africa, where he honed his production skills.
Career
Krizbeatz began his professional career in 2014, gaining attention after producing “Owambe” for Jahbless.
Krizbeatz’s major breakthrough came in 2016 with Tekno’s “Pana,” which became one of the biggest Afrobeat hits of the year. The song’s success earned him the title King of New Wave and established him as one of Nigeria’s top producers.
He has since worked with numerous A-list artists, including Yemi Alade, Davido, Sauti Sol, Harmonize, Skales, Lil Kesh, and Koker.
Krizbeatz is also credited with creating a new sub-genre called Afro Dance Music (ADM), blending Afrobeat with electronic dance music. His debut album ADM (Afro Dance Music) featured collaborations with African heavyweights like Davido and Yemi Alade.
In addition to producing for others, Krizbeatz has released his own singles and projects such as “911” (featuring Yemi Alade and Harmonize) and “African Time.” His unique sound continues to influence the African music landscape.
Personal Life
Krizbeatz keeps his personal life private. As of now, there is no publicly available information about his girlfriend or wife. He hails from Lagos State, Nigeria.
Krizbeatz Net Worth
As of 2025, Krizbeatz’s net worth is estimated to be between $1 million and $5 million, primarily from his work as a producer and songwriter.
Discography
- Singles:
- “King of New Wave” (2016)
- “Erima” (featuring Davido & Tekno) (2017)
- “Boss Whine” (featuring Skales) (2017)
- “911” (featuring Yemi Alade & Harmonize) (2017)
- “African Time” (2020)
- Albums:
- ADM (Afro Dance Music) (2017)
Production Credits
Krizbeatz has produced several hit songs for top artists:
| Year | Title | Artist(s) | Album/Project |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | “Crushing on Di’ja” | Kshab | Non-album single |
| 2016 | “Pana” | Tekno | Single |
| 2016 | “Diana” | Tekno | Single |
| 2017 | “Temper” | Skales | The Never Say Never Guy |
| 2017 | “Shele Gan Gan” | Lil Kesh | Single |
| 2020 | “Say Cheese” | KiDi | Blue EP |
Awards and Nominations
Krizbeatz has received several accolades throughout his career:
- Nigeria Entertainment Awards (2017): Best Music Producer – Won
- African Muzik Magazine Awards (2017): Music Producer of the Year – Nominated
- The Beatz Awards:
- Best Afro Dancehall Producer (2017) – Nominated
- Afro Highlife Producer of the Year (2021) – Nominated
- City People Music Awards (2018): Best Music Producer – Nominated
Krizbeatz continues to push boundaries in African music production while solidifying his reputation as one of Nigeria’s most influential music producers.
