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Harmonies of Innovation: Kuddie Fresh's Musical Journey and Creative Evolution
Karrie Williams, also known as Kuddie Fresh, embodies a multifaceted presence in the music industry and beyond. With over two decades of experience, he has seamlessly woven his roles as a music producer, artist, educator, and community leader into a cohesive narrative of creativity and empowerment.
Breaks and Swells: Seattle's Dynamic Music Collective
Since 2013 the Seattle band Breaks and Swells have been stylishly igniting parties, gradually growing their fan base with their unique sound and their diverse lineup.
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.
From Mixtapes to Airwaves: DJ Topspin and Seattle's Early 90s Hip Hop Radio Culture
Kids of the 80s, brought up on hip hop and MTV culture, were influenced by the likes of MC Hammer, witnessing firsthand how Hip Hop and R&B converged. These same kids watched and began to wonder how music was produced, inspiring an entire generation of music producers. Barry Gayle, better known as DJ Topspin aka Blendiana Jones, was one such kid.
From Seattle to Seoul: ParisAlexa's Journey Through Music and Identity
Just a month after her return from Korea, singer-songwriter Paris Alexa Williams aka Parisalexa is making waves with her chart-topping hit “Supernova” and gearing up for her performance at the upcoming Bumbershoot Festival in August.
She co-composed "Supernova," a track recorded by the South Korean girl group Aespa for their debut studio album Armageddon, alongside Kenzie and Dem Jointz, who also handled the arrangement.
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.