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From Rapper's Delight to Producer's Delight with Beezie2Slaps
Fred Byrdwell, also known as Beezie2Slaps, is a Seattle-based music producer and DJ. He’s been a part of the Seattle music scene since his pops first bought a record in 1979, though he might not have known it just yet.
The record was a surprise for Beezie and his brother. His father brought them into the living room and put the record into their stereo system — it was "Rapper's Delight" by the Sugarhill Gang.
Tiffany Wilson and Finding Her Harmony in Motion
Out of a group of 300, just 13 were selected, and among those 13, Tiffany Wilson got her start.
Wilson is a singer-songwriter, who has worked in LA, Japan, and Seattle. She has been part of numerous bands and has also worked as a solo artist. Most recently, she appeared as "Madame Z" in Teatro ZinZanni, a circus dinner theater that originated in Seattle's Lower Queen Anne neighborhood and has since expanded to San Francisco and Chicago.
Songs of Black Folk 2024 Captivates Audience at the Paramount Theatre
The iconic Paramount Theater in Seattle was the setting for an unforgettable evening of music and celebration as Songs of Black Folks took the stage. The concert, a vibrant tapestry of African American musical heritage, showcased a rich blend of gospel, R&B, soul, and jazz, leaving the audience spellbound.
Yonny: Pursuing Music In The Digital Age
In the digital age, young artists are required not just to create and produce music but also to understand how to market that music online. Yonny is not only a singer-songwriter, but also a social media content creator. His song “City in Motion” was released in February and has since garnered 40,000 streams.
Shaina Shepherd and finding her Americana sound
Before Beyoncé made a roots record, Shaina Shepherd was exploring the Americana genre. The music, inspired by the fusion of early European and African cultural narratives, compelled the young artist. The genre swept her away with its ability to tell a story that focuses on the warm tonality of the human spirit.
Scratching Master: Supreme La Rock and the Timeless Art of Reviving Music
On a Christmas morning some years ago, a four-year-old Danny "Supreme La Rock" Clavesilla tore through wrapping paper to unveil a turntable. Decades later, that four-year-old has become an internationally known DJ, still scratching up vinyl records and producing music in a lane all his own.
The Rhythm of Resilience: The History of Black Music in Seattle
The elusive “Seattle Sound” is not merely a singular genre or style; rather, it's a complex amalgamation of diverse musical influences and histories layered over more than a century. This sonic tapestry has been woven by the hands and voices of countless musicians, each contributing their own unique story and perspective to the city's musical narrative.
#ThrowBackThursday - Seattle’s Funk and Soul Scene
Did you know that Seattle was home to a thriving funk and soul scene in the 1960s and 70s? On this week’s episode of Throwback Thursday, Stephanie Johnson-Toliver takes you on a journey through a time before iPods, Spotify and Siri.