Bio

Christian Gates (Born July 26, 1993), known professionally as The Philharmonik, is an American vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, lyricist, music producer and genre defining artist.

The Philharmonik’s musical beginning started in Cleveland, Ohio where he was born. He began taking classical piano at the age of 6 after he attended a concert with his mom. When he returned home from the concert, he began to play songs he heard note for note on the piano. He began lessons the next month with his first piano teacher who played for the Cleveland Orchestra.

In his 2016 rap project, "Good People," The Philharmonik's beats, and content echoed an OutKast album with a Sacramento hometown perspective. The Philharmonik debuted his self-produced album “The Philharmonik” in 2018, under Soul Collective (Sacramento, CA) music label. The album includes feature songs “Neon Lights”, “Mama’s House”, “Pay me” and “Good Day” which offer a variety of styles, appealing to a wide audience base. In 2019, The Philharmonik toured the United States and Canada, supporting the single release that year “Drugs”. In the Summer of 2022, The Philharmonik debuted his third album “Kironic” which holds a rich variety of musical styles and meaningful lyrics, reflecting his search for happiness and meaning.

Recently, he has been nationally and globally recognized after winning the 2023 American Song writer contest and NPR’s 2024 Tiny Desk Contest for his song “What’s It All Mean?” (Kironic).

He is celebrated in Sacramento for his music, strong work ethic, support of young local musicians, and advocacy for mental health. Outside of music, Christian enjoys golf, bowling, introspection, and spending quality time with family and friends.

From an early age, The Philharmonik was deeply influenced by musical legends, often hearing the works of Bach, Beethoven, Stevie Wonder, Jimi Hendrix, Bob Dylan, Michael Jackson, Louis Armstrong, Prince, Ella Fitzgerald, Earth, Wind & Fire, Ozzy Osbourne, The Eagles, Eric Clapton, Queen, Led Zeppelin, Santana, The Beatles, and many other artists at home. Composers like Hans Zimmer, James Horner, and country musicians Willie Nelson & Johnny Cash also made the list.

His Hip-Hop and R&B inspirations include Kanye West, The Roots, Outkast, Lauryn Hill, Erykah Badu, India Arie, Alicia Keys, Common, and Chance the Rapper, among others. His biggest influences playlist can be found on Spotify.

The Philharmonik is celebrated for his dynamic live shows at venues like Sol Collective, Harlow’s, The Tree Tone Records, OnTheBlock Party, and across the nation. His album "Kironic" showcases his synergistic soul at its best, with lyrical depth and cultural resonance, featuring collaborations with the George Knapp Band & Fuego Drums. The Philharmonik has written and produced all his music, and his album is available on all streaming platforms.

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 1/1/2023

Last Updated: 11/2/2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to The Philharmonik LLC (“The Philharmonik,” “we,” “our,” or “us”).

We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us through our website, online store, email list, and other digital platforms.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your information when you engage with The Philharmonik across any of our platforms, products, or services.

By using our website or services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

A. Personal Information

When you interact with our site or services, we may collect:

Name
Email address
Shipping or billing address
Payment details (processed securely through third-party platforms)
Social media handles (if voluntarily provided)

B. Non-Personal Information

We automatically collect certain technical data, including:

Browser type and device information
IP address and general location data
Website usage patterns (pages visited, time spent, etc.)

C. User-Generated Content

If you sign up for updates, comment on content, or participate in fan activities, we may collect information you voluntarily submit, such as messages, reviews, or uploaded media.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Deliver music, merchandise, and updates
Process and fulfill orders
Communicate with fans and customers
Send newsletters or promotional content (you can unsubscribe anytime)
Improve our website and user experience
Analyze trends and performance metrics
Comply with legal or regulatory obligations

4. How We Share Information

We do not sell or rent your personal data.

We only share information when necessary to:

Process payments (e.g., Stripe, PayPal, Shopify)
Send emails or newsletters (e.g., Mailchimp, ConvertKit)
Ship merchandise through trusted fulfillment partners
Comply with applicable laws or legal requests

All third-party partners are required to protect your information and use it only for the services they provide on our behalf.

5. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze traffic, and personalize content.

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not function properly.

6. Data Security

We maintain reasonable technical and organizational measures to safeguard your information.

While we strive to protect all personal data, no internet transmission is completely secure. Use our services at your own discretion.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

Access, correct, or delete your personal data
Withdraw consent or opt out of communications
Object to data processing under certain conditions

To make a request, email us at info@thephilharmonik.com

8. Children’s Privacy

Our services are intended for users age 18 and older.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.

If you believe a minor has provided us with data, contact us and we’ll delete it immediately.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

Any changes will be posted here with a new “Last Updated” date.

Continued use of our services means you accept the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

For any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, contact us at:

The Philharmonik LLC

info@thephilharmonik.com