09/29/2025
Little Dready Boy Productions: Electronic Press Kit
Artist Biography
Native American creator and DJ Clifton Bailey, known as Little Dready Boy, is a lifelong contributor to the worlds of art, film, music, and literature. With a deep-seated passion for sound and culture, he has traveled extensively, connecting with and learning from diverse creators and communities across the country. An 18-year veteran of the industry, Little Dready Boy has persevered to build a significant presence in the underground and festival circuits, earning a reputation for his unique artistic vision and tireless dedication.
Musical Style
Little Dready Boy specializes in curating unique and dynamic sets using a Traktor setup with an array of digital controllers. Each performance is a distinct narrative of sound, woven together with original samples, step sequencers, and live improvisation. His sound is a fusion of hip-hop and electronic dance music (EDM), a genre he pioneered in southern Illinois as an underground promoter and event planner. His efforts helped establish the region's bass culture scene through events like "Guerrillas in the Midst," "The House at the End of The Road," and numerous house parties.
Notable Performances & Collaborations
Little Dready Boy's extensive career includes sharing stages with acclaimed artists and performing at a wide range of venues and festivals.
Notable festivals and venues:
Festivals: Flint Drop Fest, Midwest Daydream, Halloween Dream, Sugar Creek Music Festival, 618 Fest, The Rotten Apple Festival, Colorado Invitational Bong-a-Thon, and East St. Louis Burn and Learn.
Venues: Curated stages across the country, including Your Mom's House in Denver, Colorado.
Special Events: Cast after-party for the Rhode Island International Film Festival.
Select Collaborations and Lineup Appearances:
Shared the stage with: Ron Carroll, Esseks, Gene Hunt, Mikrodot, Illinenium, Liquid Stranger, Forrest Green, Zen Seleckta, Filibusta, and Dirty Snatcha.
Worked with: Multi-platinum artist Big V from the Nappy Roots.
Media & Radio
Little Dready Boy continues to bring fresh sounds to the southern Illinois region by operating the area's only radio station exclusively dedicated to hip-hop and EDM, Streetz Chemist Radio. He also maintains a regular streaming presence to reach a wider audience.
Media & Social Links
For examples of work and media, please refer to the following links:
SoundCloud: soundcloud.com/littledreadyboyproductions
YouTube: youtube.com/thelittledreadyboy
Mixcloud: mixcloud.com/LittleDreadyBoy
Twitch: twitch.tv/LittleDreadyBoy
Kick: kick.com/LittleDreadyBoy
Radio: zeno.fm/streetz-chemist-radio
Booking Information
For serious booking inquiries, please contact the team using the information provided below.
Please include a deposit with any booking agreement.