Genesis Renji

Wisconsin-raised rapper Genesis Renji is an archetype for the multidisciplinary artist. With talents spanning from rapping and songwriting to music engineering and sound design, the Emmy-nominated emcee's music is powered by lyrical finesse and a zealous knack for constant evolution.

His music reflects his astrological mapping — a Gemini who channels his gift of duality by way of introspective verses and anthemic choruses. Genesis Renji's art is grounded in his roots but elevated by his Milwaukee upbringing.

Finding inspiration in reflective hip-hop acts such as Drake, Childish Gambino, Kendrick Lamar, Lupe Fiasco, and the late Nipsey Hussle, Renji assembled the building blocks of his own sound — a fusion of stimulating bars and thought-provoking storytelling.

As Chief Creative Officer of House Of Renji, LLC — co-founded in 2013 — he leads Standard 79 Recordings, Milwaukee's first AI-integrated creative label and boutique studio. An award-winning audio professional with 10+ years serving major networks, indie artists, and corporate clients.

His work has been featured across major television networks including Peacock's Bel-Air, OWN's Queen Sugar, Nickelodeon's Face's Music Party, and Adult Swim. Beyond music, Genesis has collaborated with Penguin Random House, Mark Cuban Companies, Green Clock Agency, Mountain Dew, and Genre Urban Arts — bringing the same sonic precision and creative vision to every project.

Whether on stage at Summerfest, performing at halftime for the Milwaukee Bucks, or engineering a session at Standard 79, Genesis Renji operates at the intersection of artistry and enterprise.