Booking Baio

Baio is the solo project of Chris Baio, the American musician, producer, and DJ best known as the bassist for the Grammy-winning indie rock band Vampire Weekend. As a solo artist, Baio has carved out his own distinct identity — a fusion of indie-pop, electronic, and artful dance music that blends intellect with emotion. His sound is marked by sleek rhythms, layered synths, and reflective lyrics that explore modern life, identity, and connection.

Born in Bronxville, New York, Baio studied at Columbia University, where he co-founded Vampire Weekend in the mid-2000s. After the band’s global success with hits like A-Punk and Oxford Comma, Baio began experimenting with solo production, channeling his love for club culture and electronic composition. His debut album The Names (2015) introduced listeners to his vibrant mix of house beats and indie sensibility, inspired by his time living in London.

He followed with Man of the World (2017), a politically charged yet danceable record blending global rhythms with introspective lyricism. In 2021, Baio released Dead Hand Control, an ambitious and deeply personal project reflecting on mortality, faith, and human connection through hypnotic grooves and lush production. Each record demonstrates Baio’s skill at combining emotional depth with sonic sophistication.

Live, Baio’s performances are dynamic and immersive, combining DJ-style flow with live instrumentation and visuals. He’s performed at major international festivals including Primavera Sound, Glastonbury, and Pitchfork Paris, captivating audiences with his effortlessly cool and cerebral energy.

Beyond music, Baio is known for his sharp humor and thoughtful commentary on art and culture, often drawing inspiration from literature and philosophy. His ability to blend intellectualism with groove makes him one of the most intriguing figures in modern indie-electronic music.

Baio continues to bridge the worlds of dance and thought — a rare artist who makes you move, think, and feel all at once.