Hailing from the heartland of Kansas City, Syler’s upbringing was saturated with musical influences. Raised by a father who was a musician pursuing the dream of becoming a country star and a mother who was a dedicated schoolteacher. He became passionate about learning music at a young age and joined the family band as a bassist at 11. From living room performances to school talent shows, he honed his craft, turning personal experiences into lyrical narratives.

The dissolution of his parents’ marriage introduced a poignant theme into his life’s composition, one of resilience, heartbreak, and melancholy. He maintained his love for instrumentation into his adulthood and played in several rock / alternative bands, picking up a love for piano, guitar, drums, and vocals. During these years he was able to develop his passion for songwriting and work as a producer and engineer, building confidence to record his own songs.