Clova

Event ID: MS63637

Fri, Mar 13, 2026 | TBD

Venue: Riviere

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Summary

Hailing from the vibrant music hub of South Austin, Texas, Jarrett S. Williams, better known as Clova Rap Game Yoda, has been a dynamic force in the music industry for over a decade. His journey began with the legendary Austin supergroup Die Slo Ent, alongside Sertified, Southside Hippie, and WKDZD, laying a solid foundation for his solo career. A staple in the ATX scene, Clova has graced the stages of renowned festivals like SXSW and A3C(ATL), sharing the spotlight with a diverse range of acclaimed artists including Talib Kweli, Dave Chappelle , Lil Flip, Curren$y , Niko Is, Rah Digga,Mo3, Devin The Dude, Coast Contra and more. His talent has also garnered attention in the sync licensing world. In 2019, Clova secured a single/sync deal with Crucial Music, landing a placement on OWN Network’s critically acclaimed series "Queen Sugar" with his track "Connect The Dots." This success was followed by another placement in 2020 with the short film "Shadows," which premiered on HBO Max and Hulu. With a discography of 16 albums, He is currently immersed in the creation of a highly anticipated new project with Niko Is, under the executive production of the esteemed Chino Chase.

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