Karizma (real name Christopher Clayton) was born on March 28, 1970, in Baltimore, Maryland. He is an American DJ and producer renowned for his eclectic blend of house, broken beat, jazz, and hip-hop influences. A former member of the legendary production team The Basement Boys, Karizma has built a strong solo career with acclaimed releases and remixes on labels such as R2 Records, Defected, and Strictly Rhythm.