THWIP is the artist persona of Nikita Naumov, a 21-year-old Russia-based music producer and multi-genre arranger. As THWIP, he leads a bold new wave of Phonk — blending heavy beats, sharp textures, and the raw energy of Brazilian rhythms with global street culture.
Launched in 2025, the project explores the evolving edge of club music while staying grounded in intensity and innovation. Beyond Phonk, he works independently with emerging artists, crafting full-sounding, polished tracks across pop, electronic, indie genres.