New Details Emerge in 911 Audio Regarding Tay Keith’s Passing

Newly released 911 dispatch audio provides a clearer picture of the concern surrounding the final hours before Memphis music producer Tay Keith was found dead in his Nashville apartment. The producer, born BryTavious Lakeith Chambers, was discovered deceased Thursday at his residence. Authorities have confirmed that foul play is not suspected in the death of the 29-year-old artist.

According to the dispatch audio, Tay Keith’s girlfriend contacted emergency services after growing increasingly worried when she could not reach him for nearly a full day. She informed the dispatcher that the producer had invited her to visit him but stopped responding to all calls and messages shortly thereafter.

The recording captures the girlfriend describing multiple unsuccessful attempts to contact the Grammy-nominated producer. During the call, the dispatcher inquired whether Chambers had any known medical conditions. His girlfriend noted that he had previously experienced breathing complications and suffered from high blood pressure. She further explained that she had traveled to his residence and knocked on his door several times, but was unable to make contact.

Known professionally as Tay Keith, Chambers became one of hip-hop’s most successful producers. The Memphis native helped shape chart-topping records for some of rap’s biggest stars and earned widespread acclaim for his hard-hitting production style. Investigators have not yet released an official cause of death, as medical examiners continue to review the circumstances surrounding the case.

News of Chambers’ death has prompted an outpouring of tributes from artists, collaborators, and fans across the music industry. Many have reflected on his significant influence on modern hip-hop and his role in creating some of the genre’s most recognizable hits. As authorities continue their investigation, the dispatch audio offers a sobering account of a loved one’s efforts to reach Chambers before his death stunned the music community.