Casio Adds Resto to Artist Program

Casio America, Inc has welcomed musician and songwriter Luis Resto to its Artist Program. The Artist Spotlight Program was created as a way to assist aspiring and established musicians through providing the best tools and technology available for them to create and perform with on the go or at home.

As a Detroit-based musician and songwriter, Resto was a founding member of the highly influential group Was (Not Was) and has collaborated with an excitedly diverse collection of accomplished artists. Resto’s collaborations span across every genre and include musical talents such as Patti Smith, Stevie Nicks, Mel Torme, Anita Baker, The Highway Men (Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Kris Kristofferson, Johnny Cash), 50 Cent, Nicki Minaj and Lil Wayne. In 2003, Resto won both a Grammy and an Oscar as a co-writer on the song “Lose Yourself” by well-known rapper Eminem. He continues to work with Eminem as a songwriter and keyboardist on both recording projects and performances.

“Luis Resto is a household name in the music industry, and we couldn’t be more delighted to have him join our talented Casio family,” said Stephen Schmidt, vice president of Casio’s Electronic Musical Instrument division. “We love collaborating with artists like Luis who make the music industry what it is today. Casio is honored to be the trusted instrument utilized throughout his successful musical journey!”

Throughout his career, Resto has relied on a variety of Casio keyboards starting with the VL-Tone. He’s also used the Privia PX-560 and PX-150, and most recently the PX-S3000.

“Casio has been an asset to me since day one as a musician and continues to impress me every day,” said Resto. “As a musician and songwriter, I look for the best instruments to help me create, practice and collaborate, and Casio’s offerings help me do just that. Not only can I write and create on the go, but the wealth of features and quality of sound offered is simply incredible and unmatched.”