Xavier Edwardz, known as XAV, is a rising force in modern music, blending Neo-Soul, Kaiso, and Reggae to craft a sound that awakens consciousness. Hailing from a legendary Tobago music dynasty, he channels his heritage into music that resonates globally. Often compared to Bob Marley, J. Cole, and Chronixx, XAV fuses thought-provoking lyricism with infectious rhythms.
His accolades include the 2019 Tobago Youth Award, the National Youth Award for Music, and the 2020 Boom Award for Best Hip Hop Song. Tracing his roots to Benin, West Africa, he infuses African consciousness, love, and sound into his evolving artistry.
XAV has graced major stages like SXSW 2024 Island Wave, Tobago Jazz, Decibel Festival, Fro Fest, Discover Series, and TOMAC Festival, and opened for Burna Boy and Morgan Heritage. His work has been featured in Wordplay Magazine, Fame Magazine, & The Pit London, with playlist support from Colors Studios, Amplify, and Noctis.
2025 is a pivotal year as he prepares to release his debut album, Black Fragments, & perform at SXSW Austin in March, SXSW London in June. A visionary artist, storyteller, and cultural bridge, XAV’s journey is just beginning, & the world is listening.