Student Producer FLXX Finds Inspiration in Concussions

Sophomore Felix Harari, who performs as FLXX, has created a new album 'L.E.D.' after recovering from head injuries.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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Sophomore Felix Harari, who produces music under the name FLXX, has found inspiration in the head injuries he sustained during a vacation. After a concussion, Harari created his lead single 'step wit me,' which will be featured on his upcoming album 'L.E.D.' Harari, an Olin student with a minor in the business of entertainment, is a music producer from Brooklyn, New York who sees his role as a curator, sending out beats and instrumentals to artists. With multiple generations of musicians in his family, Harari started piano lessons at a young age and has remained fascinated by music, often considering new ways to create.

Why it matters

Harari's story highlights how adversity can sometimes lead to creative breakthroughs. His head injuries resulted in the production of his lead single 'step wit me' and inspired his upcoming album 'L.E.D.' This demonstrates the power of resilience and the ability to find inspiration in unexpected places, even in the face of setbacks.

The details

After sustaining a concussion during a vacation, Harari produced 'step wit me,' which he considers his best beat yet. That track will be the lead single on his upcoming album 'L.E.D.,' which Harari describes as having a West Coast-inspired sound with vivid textures and bright colors. Harari, who sees his role as a music producer as a 'curator' sending out beats to artists, has continued collaborating with various artists he's connected with online, including Danielle Carr, Newman, Mac Infinity, and Maji.

  • Harari produced 'step wit me' after sustaining a concussion during a vacation.
  • 'step wit me' will be released as the lead single from Harari's upcoming album 'L.E.D.' on March 13, 2026.

The players

Felix Harari

A sophomore at Washington University in St. Louis who produces music under the name FLXX. Harari is from Brooklyn, New York and comes from a family of musicians.

Christian Bean Royal

A Washington University in St. Louis student who goes by the stage name Beany Bop and collaborated with Harari on the track 'step wit me'.

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What they’re saying

“I see it like a puzzle, like you're taking little pieces and creating your own kind of thing. I'm always challenging myself to create something new … When I make music, especially with samples, it's really like building a puzzle or a LEGO set. I see it as a physical thing. I'm not just imagining notes in my head, I'm visualizing where each sound is going to be and putting it in the right spot.”

— Felix Harari, Music Producer (studlife.com)

“A few weeks later, he sent me back a demo that was insane. It was the first time I heard someone rap so perfectly and capture the exact feeling I wanted when I created it.”

— Felix Harari, Music Producer (studlife.com)

What’s next

Harari's upcoming album 'L.E.D.' is set to be released on March 13, 2026.

The takeaway

Harari's story demonstrates how adversity can sometimes lead to creative breakthroughs. His head injuries resulted in the production of his lead single 'step wit me' and inspired his upcoming album 'L.E.D.,' showcasing the power of resilience and the ability to find inspiration in unexpected places.