Blaq

Thomas O. Collins Sr., known professionally as Blaq, is an Austin-born producer and engineer whose sound is a bridge between deep-rooted Southern heritage and forward-thinking digital landscapes. His journey began in the vibrant music scene of Austin, Texas, fueled by a family legacy of 8-track tapes and vinyl records that instilled in him a lifelong obsession with rhythm and composition. In his early 20s, Blaq co-founded Streetwize, a label born from the raw energy of the studio and the thrill of seeing a track come to life through a vocalist’s performance. While he stepped away for a per...