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The Philharmonik is the stage name of Christian Gates, a Sacramento-based vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, producer, and lyricist whose sound blends soul, funk, hip-hop, gospel, R&B, and classical influences. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, he began classical piano at six and moved to Sacramento at 13. He released Good People (2016), then his self-produced debut album The Philharmonik (2018) on Sacramento label Soul Collective, and Kironic (2022). He won the 2023 American Songwriter contest and NPR's 2024 Tiny Desk Contest for "What's It All Mean?" A multiple Sacramento Area Music Award (SAMMIES) honoree including Artist of the Year, he is known locally for supporting young musicians and mental-health advocacy.
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