Seattle-based music veteran and entrepreneur, Keith aka G.Prez Asphy, recently sat down with Converge Music to talk about his career in the music industry. G.Prez has been involved in the industry since the mid-80s when he first started DJing at local middle schools. Since then, he has made a name for himself as a DJ, promoter, producer, and label owner. 

Marshall Hugh, the creative force behind Seattle's Fremont Fridays, recently appeared on The Day with Trae to discuss the origins and evolution of what is rapidly becoming a beloved Seattle music and art summer series.

Coming straight out of Federal Way, born Kiere McCoy but to the world he is known as ‘KGodd’, during his school days those who knew him would catch him rapping and free styling either acapella or over a beat throughout the day. In addition to having a love for music, McCoy was an athlete and his basketball talent led him to playing for a Division II school two hours away in Portland, Oregon. 

Earlier this month, the Black and Tan Hall in South Seattle was the scene of an extraordinary event: the Young and Talented showcase. This unique concert, put on for kids by kids, highlighted the musical prowess of some incredibly gifted young performers.

Alana Rich, a dynamic pop artist rooted in Portland, has always been immersed in creativity. 

Her artistic journey began with writing poetry in elementary school, which later evolved into songwriting when she picked up the guitar at nine. Combining her love for writing, singing, and playing guitar, Rich started crafting her own songs, initially performing for family and small gatherings before transitioning to cafe performances. Her sound has continually evolved, traversing genres like acoustic pop, pop-punk, and blues pop, but always retaining a core element of pop music.

The phrase 'those who can’t do, teach' doesn’t apply to Darrius Willrich, a singer, songwriter, pianist, and educator. 

He began his musical journey at around 15, initially taking piano lessons, which sparked a deep interest in the instrument. This passion for the ivory keys persisted through college, where he pursued jazz piano studies and eventually built a career around his art.

Jabrille Williams, known on stage as Jimmy Scratch James, has a musical journey deeply rooted in a diverse range of influences from his family. Growing up in a vibrant, music-filled household, James was surrounded by an eclectic mix of sounds. His mother introduced him to everything from Chuck Berry to Motown, while his siblings contributed a mix of heavy metal, classical, and pop music, creating a rich tapestry that shaped his musical palette.

Ground Zero Radio (GZR) was on the scene at Metier Brewing Company in Seattle to celebrate Black Music Month with a special live podcast interview featuring Black Stax, legends in the Seattle Hip Hop scene.

Coming straight out of Portland, the soulful singer-songwriter and musician inspired by jazz vocals and introspective lyrics, Julia Logue is a jack of all trades. She plays guitar which helps draw the elements of alternative, neo-soul, R&B, and jazz music that all complent her vocals fluently. 

With her upcoming record, The Revenge, set to release this Sunday, Seattle-based musician and performer TeZATalks is approaching a significant milestone she has been working towards since her musical beginnings. Known for her unique "Hardcore pop" style—a fusion of nu-metal, punk, and electro-pop that has captivated millions of fans—TeZA is offering a preview of her debut album, Black Girl American Horror Story, a discography of work anticipated to be her most authentic and compelling to date.

Starting his musical journey as he walked the halls of Garfield High School, Gabriel Teodros found the love of music, grabbed hold of it, and didn’t let go. As a student in 1996, he started writing music and taking the art seriously, and a year later, after moving to Las Vegas, he eventually took the stage for his first performance. Despite moving to Nevada for some time, at 18, Gabriel found his way back to Seattle in 1999 and started performing there.

Born David Jackson but known to the world as ‘DJ OG One,’ Jackson has put in 25 years and counting within the music industry. He is a musical pioneer in the Pacific Northwest. Aside from being the Portland Trailblazers DJ, Jackson has performed at countless events and parties with some of the greatest artists and celebrities the world has ever seen.

The journey began here in Washington when a teacher loaned a guitar to teenage Eva Walker and from that moment, she blossomed from the concrete and pursued music to it’s fullest capacity. From the first moment of touching and feeling a guitar, it brought back the fact she always wanted to play this instrument but unfortunately did not have the access to one. 

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.

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.