Kevin Ryan a/k/a "Kwiz"

Kevin Ryan, professionally known as "Kwiz," is a Grammy-accredited touring audio programmer, recording engineer, musician, and producer with over two decades of experience in the music industry. As a prominent figure in music production, Kwiz has worked alongside some of the industry's biggest names, bringing his technical expertise and musical artistry to global stages.

For the past 18 years, Kwiz has been an integral part of Beyoncé's production team, serving as her Audio Programmer/Recording Engineer on numerous tours and iconic performances, including the historic 2013 and 2015 Super Bowl Halftime shows and the record-breaking "Renaissance" world tour. His contributions to Beyoncé's "On the Run I & II" stadium tours, the "Formation" world tour, and her groundbreaking Coachella performances have solidified his place among the industry's top audio engineers. In addition to his work with Beyoncé, Kwiz has collaborated with a host of A-list artists, including Jay-Z, J-Lo, Ciara, Brandy, Monica, Chloe Bailey, and many others. His impressive resume spans both live performances and studio work, showcasing his versatility and technical mastery.

Beyond the stage, Kwiz's talents extend to music production, mixing, mastering, and artist development. His production credits include collaborations with Grammy Award-winning and platinum-selling artists like Mary J. Blige, Busta Rhymes, T.I., Slick Rick, and Earth Gyrlz. As a vocal arranger, he got his start with Jeff Redd’s "I Found Loving" and contributed to Redd’s debut album. Over the years, his work has garnered recognition for its emotional depth and authenticity, with B. Tate of "Shrine for the Black Madonna" praising Kwiz for his ability to evoke a wide range of emotions through his music. His goal as a producer is simple: to make people dance, love, cry, and think—all while creating an unforgettable experience for listeners.

In the world of television, Kwiz has worked as a freelance composer since 2000, with credits including the theme for ESPN's "NBA Access with Ahmad Rashad" and ABC's "NBA Inside Stuff," along with the closing theme for HBO's "The Execution Machine." He has also lent his expertise to major music labels like Capitol, MCA, Universal, and Columbia, among others.

Kwiz's company, Digital Khaoss, located in Bronx, NY, serves as a music production powerhouse where he continues to push the boundaries of audio programming, recording, and artist development. His ability to seamlessly blend technical precision with artistic creativity has earned him respect across the industry.