Boots

BOOTS, also known as Jordan Asher Cruz, is an American record producer, singer, songwriter, director, and animator, recognized for his significant contributions to critically acclaimed albums and his diverse creative projects. After gaining widespread recognition for his pivotal production and songwriting work on Beyoncé’s critically acclaimed self-titled fifth studio album, Jordan Asher Cruz, known professionally as Boots, solidified his standing in the music industry. Released in December 2013, Boots produced 85% of the Grammy Award-nominated album and contributed to four original songs, earning him an Album of the Year nomination in 2014. Earlier, in June 2013, Boots formally signed a publishing deal with Roc Nation, an entertainment company under Sony Music Entertainment, concurrently releasing a fashion film featuring his original music.

Beyond his directorial work, Boots has produced unreleased albums for artists such as FKA Twigs and Autolux, and his extensive list of collaborations includes tracks with acclaimed artists like Run the Jewels, Kelela, Vic Mensa, Fischerspooner, Phantogram, Raye, and Regard.