Ovrkast

Silas Wilson (born January 16, 1998), professionally known as Ovrkast. (stylized in lowercase with a period) is an American rapper and record producer from East Oakland, California. He rose to prominence for his production on Earl Sweatshirt's 2019 EP Feet of Clay, and has since collaborated with notable artists such as Drake, Mavi, and Pink Siifu.

Early life

Wilson was born in 1998 in Oakland, California. He attended various schools within the Oakland Unified School District as a teenager. The artist's experiences growing up in Oakland, including witnessing violence in his neighborhood and community, influenced his decision to pursue music. He sold his first beat to rapper Mavi in the same year. The same year, Wilson released the EP RESET!, consisting of six songs. The EP showcased a more spare and sprightly sound compared to his earlier work, with Wilson modulating his vocals more and showcasing a wider range of musical styles.

Artistry

Wilson's music style combines hazy, traditionalist boom bap with wavy, loop-based production. with sped-up lo-fi beats, disjointed timing, instrumentation, and soul samples. Some listeners have compared his production style to that of J Dilla.

As a rapper, Wilson's delivery is often described as subdued and monotone, yet self-assured. His lyrical style is noted for its anxious and observational quality, often featuring autobiographical soul-searching and existential themes.

Wilson cites Knxwledge, Madlib, and J Dilla as key inspirations, and describes Knxwledge's old beat tapes as "the score to my adolescence." For rapping, he cites Mach-Hommy, Mavi, and Demahjiae as influences. His early musical influences also include Odd Future, Capital Steez, Flying Lotus, and mixtape sites like DatPiff.

Discography

Mixtapes Try Again (2020) Try Again (Deluxe) (2021) While the Iron Is Hot (2025)

EPs RESET! (2023) KASTGOTWINGS (2024)