Klyph Notes

Portland based artist Mighty returns for this special, Live recoding of the Klyph Notes podcast at Show Bar Portland. We catch up on his career in music licensing, the latest with his non-profit Laced Up PDX that provides support for youth going back to school and of course new music. Listen to episode 142 of the Klyph Notes podcast and like, share, rate, review and be sure to subscribe. Photo cre...

This episode of the Klyph Notes Live took place in the Welcome Dome in Pioneer Square in Portland Oregon. With support from my guy DJ Ambush and a part of The Numberz Black Podcast Fest, part 2 of this two part episode features Portland based artist Rasheed Jamal, a man no stranger to the listeners. One of the most thoughtful guests in the history of Klyph Notes, he shares personal stories of his...

This episode of the Klyph Notes Live took place in the Welcome Dome in Pioneer Square in Portland Oregon. With support from my guy DJ Ambush and a part of The Numberz Black Podcast Fest, part 1 of this two part episode features Portland based drummer, producer and event curator Tyrone Hendrix. We talk about his number of artists he's played with both locally and internationally, the events he's do...

It was fitting to have the first ever live recording of the Klyph Notes podcast feature Portland based recording artist JxJury . We've been building over the years through radio , previous interviews and live performances at Mic Check PDX and Jury has been always been thoughtful and so professional in his craft setting a high. In the interview he's open and informative speaking on his craft and in...

This conversation reminded me of how connected we are in our local scene without realizing it. Knowing my guest through the label Trust No One Records , then seeing the work he's doing as a talent manager and then the community work he's doing with Culture Shock bring art together with serving the underserved communities in our city. Peep episode 138 of Klyph Notes with my guest D Woods Klyph Note...

Arietta "Mz. Etta" Ward - an artist, educator and part of the fabric of the Portland music scene. Carrying the torch and continuing the tradition of an icon, Mz. Etta powerful voice comes from an individual who exhibits humble grace. Hear her story on episode 137 on the Klyph Notes podcast. Klyph Notes is supported by Akepele Apparel   The Numberz FM and XRAY FM The theme for Klyph Notes was produ...

Portland based artist Chaz Van Queen is my guest on this episode of the podcast speaking on his latest project No Man Is An Island. We talk about his goals to educate listeners on the impact of No Knock warrants, his creative process and relocating to the northwest. Enjoy episode #136 of Klyph Notes. Klyph Notes is supported by Akepele Apparel   The Numberz FM and XRAY FM The theme for Klyph Notes...

West coast emcee D Smoke is on the War and Wonders tour and during his stop in Portland  passed the The Numberz studio for a minute. We talked about his artistic upbringing, creating music and navigating these times we're in. DJ's O.G.ONE and Ambush also make guests appearances on this first episode of Klyph Notes of 2022. Klyph Notes is supported by Akepele Apparel   The Numberz FM and XRAY FM Th...

Ramone Palmore is my guest on the final episode of the podcast for 2021 and what a way to end the year. He tells his story of being an independent film maker, screen writer and actor and working to build opportunities through Global Millennium Pictures. Enjoy episode 134 of the Klyph Notes podcast. Klyph Notes is supported by Akepele Apparel   The Numberz FM and XRAY FM The theme for Klyph Notes w...

DJ Rasta Root has been working tirelessly for the last few years on bringing us a project that will allow us the celbrate one of the best to do it. "Forever", the last project recorded by Phife Dawg of A Tribe Called Quest, is scheduled to release in the early part of 2022. Rasta Root gives us insight on the process and how we can all get involved on the latest episode of the Klyph Notes podcast....

The vibe is rare when is comes to my guest on episode 132 of Klyph Notes. From producer to engineer, DJ to artist. He touches on it all plus drops gems on branding and marketing. This episode has it all. Plenty of laughs and good vibes with Drae Slapz.  The Klyph Notes podcast is grateful to our host for this episode and new supporter The Numberz FM. Check out music from Drae Slapz and tap into th...

Fresh off a performance at The Thesis on her first trip to Portland, my guest RKHTY came through to celebrate the 1 year anniversary of her project Your Type . After making a stop on the Welcome to the Neighborhood radio show, she came on the podcast for a great conversation on life, music and people walking barefoot in the streets. Welcome to episode number 131 of the Klyph Notes podcast. Klyph N...

Episode 130 of the podcast features a cat I've known for years who's been labeled as one of the best rappers in Portland. He speaks appreciating the recognition, but how it's bigger than that. We touch on new music, mental health and live shows. Peep the latest episode of Klyph Notes, then cop your tickets to see ePP live on stage at Holocene November 10th. Klyph Notes is supported by Akepele Appa...

Episode 129 of the podcast features my GNX fam Brookfield Duece, Mani Draper and Kevin Allen sharing laughs, talking life and Kevin's new album Nothing Lasts Forever . You're sure to dig this episode so pull up, then go cop the new project. #anotherdjklyphproduction New Kevin Allen project Nothing Lasts Forever Klyph Notes is supported by Akepele Apparel  The theme for Klyph Notes was produced by...

Jewan Manuel is making good food. But much more than that, he's making a difference. The man behind  Plant Based Papi which is one of the celebrated plant based restaurants in Portland was kind enough to jump on the podcast to share the story and the vision. A great chef and better human being, I'm grateful to be in his circle of influence. Check out episode 128 of the Klyph Notes podcast, then ru...

Chicago artist and entrepreneur Dough From Da Go was in the city for Hip-Hop Week Portland '21 and took time to pass through for a minute. We talked about many of the projects he's working on including the Bag Language clothing line, inspiring others and of course the upcoming Mineral Water release. Peep this bonus episode of the Klyph Notes podcast. Klyph Notes is supported by Akepele Apparel  Th...

When Mat and I scheduled this interview, I intended this to be a chance to catch up and talk about his new projects, the solo album What Are You Afraid Of? and the project with Portland rapper YoungShirtMayne Why Are You Like This? (WAYLT) . But this conversation, like Mat, is much deeper than that. We talk about life, family and overcoming obsticles. Listen to episode number 127 of the Klyph Note...

Every Tuesday evening in Downtown Portland, the Deadstock Run Club hosts a gathering for people get in a little exercise. "Gettin' To It" for a longer run of 4-5 miles. Gettin' Into It for a 2-3 mile and a newly added walking group. One of the individuals that guides the process is Amir Armstrong, a former Division I track and field athlete and current dot connector in the city, came through to ta...

On episode 126 of the podcast I have a conversation with the co-founder of Hip-Hop Week Portland DJ D.G.ONE and we talk about the events happening during the week, how he's managed through the pandemic and his preparation for the release of his new album Testimony. Klyph Notes is supported by Akepele Apparel  The theme for Klyph Notes was produced by Theory Hazit Support the movement and become a...

The local Portland microphone manufacturer is celebrating 10 years of making a great product. They also impact the community supporting groups and organizations that traditionally have struggled due a lack of equitable resources. They've also supported Mic Check PDX since 2018 and on Episode 125 of the podcast we get to hear from Philip Graham and Malachi Graham of Ear Trumpet Labs.  Get tickets t...

So dope to being doing interviews in person once again on the 124th episode of Klyph Notes with my very special guest, Portland based rapper Mic Capes. We go in depth on the release of his current new project In Spite of... and get the background on the writing, production, features and influences. Mic reached out to Speck's Records  and they were gracious enough to host us. J. Brown Visuals was t...

The Portland based artist has moved through the city and created support systems for the local hip-hop community. One of the most skilled rappers in the scene, he's also an actor. Hear the Rambo Rich story on episode 123 of the Klyph Notes podcast. Get tickets to Mic Check at djklyph.com Klyph Notes is supported by Akepele Apparel  The theme for Klyph Notes was produced by Theory Hazit Support the...

The veteran emcee Kevin Allen took some time to come on the podcast and talk about the upcoming album Nothing Lasts Forever, the upcoming concert with the Grand Nationxl Crew and the transition of his art. Peep this bonus episode of Klyph Notes, then cop tickets to see Kevin Allen, Grand Nationxl and special guests. Klyph Notes is supported by Akepele Apparel  The theme for Klyph Notes was produce...

Portland rapper Mighty is back on the podcast and we get caught up on how he maintained through a tough year in 2020, making a pivot in his creative process and the value sharing knowledge. If you listen closely, he drops gems on how to find success in sync licensing on episode #122 of Klyph Notes. Klyph Notes is supported by Akepele Apparel  The theme for Klyph Notes was produced by Theory Hazit...

Having cool friends is truly a blessing and my guest on episode 121 of the podcast truly fits that category. We talk about the projects he has dropping this year with some crazy features, the impact of 2020 on his process, collecting shoes and we even have a surprise guest appearance, the first in Klyph Notes history. Peep this episode with Sxlxmxn then share it with your circle. Klyph Notes is su...