Kossisko

Kossisko Konan (Oakland & Los Angeles)

Songwriter, Artist

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As a proud, gender-fluid person of color born of African and Jewish descent, Grammy-nominated songwriter and artist Kossisko draws inspiration from his eclectic upbringing between Berkeley, CA, and two challenging but formative years in the Ivory Coast.

Formerly known as the artist 100s, signed to Fools Gold Records, Kossisko’s accomplishments include portraying a DJ in HBO’s Euphoria, acting in Sex/Life on Netflix, appearing in ad campaigns for brands from iPhone to Billionaire Boys Club, landing sync placements in film, TV, and video games, and earning praise from NYLON, Fader, SPIN, Pitchfork, and others.

Despite these successes, Kossisko struggled with feeling like an outsider. His journey led him to New Zealand to unearth and record a more empowered, raw and authentic sound which has since been coined as WTFUNK. His 2024 album Slayerzball pays homage to icons like Lady Gaga, Rick James, Prince, and Donna Summer and won Kossisko a BMI Songwriter’s award.

Kossisko’s recent releases and live performances at The Peppermint Club in LA and SF’s Crane Cove Park both advocate joy as the highest form of self-care, and embody the power of living one’s truth.