Klyph Notes

Lyricists 4-IZE & SEÑOR KAOS were guests on this bonus episode of the podcast speaking on the album "Put Cha Teeth On It" dropping on June 18th. We talk about caring for the art of hip-hop, getting back to live performance and strength of bringing their talents together. Tap in and tell a friend. Ultra Beast United Klyph Notes is supported by Akepele Apparel  The theme for Klyph Notes was produced...

DJ Renz is back and we get caught up with just how busy he has been. Doing the Wine Down and Soul Good livestreams on twitch ,  releasing new lines of Akepele Apparel merchandise and now getting ready for a pop-up event in Portland this month. We touch on it all in episode #120 of the Klyph Notes podcast. Klyph Notes is supported by Akepele Apparel  The theme for Klyph Notes was produced by Theory...

One of the most talented lyricists in hip hop. A true emcee who's represented art of rhyme for years. On episode #119 the Brooklyn rapper talks about his career and growth, what influenced his decision to become an educator and influence young and older minds. This is a conversation about life. A member of The Lyricist Lounge sketch show, the super group eMC with rappers Masta Ace and Stricklin, a...

Icons of the Northwest hip-hop scene are back! Staying true to the legacy of music they've created and even more so to their name. On episode #118 of the podcast I talked to these cats about releasing new music with the original members of the crew for the first time in over a decade. How they're moving in familiar circles and building opportunities for support with fans to put out music independe...

I'm grateful to have people in my life that that express joy and this man does that for sure. Getting caught up on new music he's recording [he sent me a private link and yo...NICE!] staying healthy and growing into a better place mentally. Check out episode #117 of Klyph Notes featuring Myke Bogan. Klyph Notes is supported by Akepele Apparel  The theme for Klyph Notes was produced by Theory Hazit...

Being true to the game is a consistent part of this man's movement. We talk about his recovery post Katrina and building over from the ground up. He talks about the No More Dirty movement, serving his community and you can feel the joy in this man's heart. Peep episode #116 of the Klyph Notes with my friend, Minister Fred II. Klyph Notes is supported by Akepele Apparel  The theme for Klyph Notes w...

He's a true veteran in the scene and a member of an iconic hip hop crew being 1/2 of Detroit's Slum Village . He's worked with some of the greats as a producer while also releasing great content of his own like 2020's 2 Hands Up with Mega Ran . He jumped on the pod to talk about his journey connecting with Dilla, how Kurupt had an impact on setting his career in motion and so many other gems. Chec...

This episode is a perfect example of how I describe the podcast, conversations with folk and the microphones happen to be on to capture. On episode 114 I catch up with the St. Johns Scholar and we talk about the significance of that title, his new project " Curbside Pickup ", past conflict and better mental health. Peep this candid conversation with Portland native Vinnie Dewayne on this episode o...

Here is an artist who very early in his career sees the impact he can make on lives. Talking about taking advantage on wisdom given by O.G.'s and being laser focused on his goals. Creating an organization that through it's very name, Hip Hop Fighting Cancer, let's you know what he's about. Peep episode 113 of the Klyph Notes podcast featuring IAmJordan Klyph Notes is supported by Akepele Apparel ...

I believe a combination of selflessness and being the change he wanted to see helped my guest create an organization that in a very short time has touched so many parts of Portland black culture. It's so dope to see how it's grown and become a go to location for connection and community. Listen to the how it all started, navigating a new city and plans for the future with my guest, founder of PDX...

I love great production and Portland has a number of producers that speak to my ear. My first guest of 2021 is one of those, but I learned his craft is much deeper than that. We speak on why he titled his first release " Colorblind ", his goal to work with all the members of Sandpeople and the importance of using his platform to speak on injustices. Such a great way to kick off the podcast this ye...

Ending the year with this dope episode, an interview with someone who's probably worked with some of your favorite artists, but you wouldn't know it unless you read the album credits. His most recent release " Inspired By True Events " is a thought provoking project speaking on life and was itself impacted by the challenges of 2020. Excited to share this episode of the Klyph Notes podcast, episode...

Members of the Grand Nationxl collective continue to release great music and these 3 individuals created a project that is once again calls back to one of the greatest times in hip hop history. A foundation of lyricism and style over great production is what the self titled project presents. Hear the story of how the crew came together and built into the greater collective with my guests family  M...

Every Saturday night I host Welcome to the Neighborhood , a radio show broadcasting from Portland Oregon currently airing on XRAY FM . Each week I bring you great content from all over the planet and occasionally have opportunities to interview amazing artists. With WTTN Guests Revisited, I get to bring you some of these conversations...ICYMI style and this first one is dope. Emcee Sa-Roc passed t...

When you combine a DJ that has a great ear for music, a person who has a passion for building opportunities for artists, an individual who can inform you on everything from cooking to comic books, you get my next guest. Making the transition from the DC/Philadelphia scene to Portland he's quickly made himself known to the community like managing traffic at The Numberz FM and has become someone I a...

Emcee, singer, producer, educator, curator...Artist. This episode of the podcast was so much fun for me to speak with someone who I've been sleeping on, but have quickly become such a fan of. Lyric Jones shares stories of creating her latest release Closer Than They Appear , creating and curating live events to celebrate hip-hop music via B.A.R.S. Only Live , and working through the limitations as...

It's another sit down with one of my favorite artists, but this one is a little different, live on location. After not releasing music for a minute, he's dropped two projects this year that are a departure from previous work. First was " No Clout ", produced by Bay Area producer Tope  which is a look into stories that haven't been told. More recently " No Sympathy " produced by Portland based prod...

It's dope to be connected to creatives from all over. This conversation with the SE based rapper is just that, dope! We talk about doing pop-up shows during the pandemic, releasing music on the new label Chavez Sound , and cultivating cannabis. Peep episode #106 of Klyph Notes with Alesi . Klyph Notes is supported by  Akepele Apparel and  XRAY FM The theme for Klyph Notes was produced by  Theory H...

Producer, DJ Mark Ski is a founding member of the Northampton Hip Hop scene. Years of building with celebrated DJ's, studying the history of the genre and producing great projects like his latest release Catch-REC makes for a great interview. We talk sampling, quarantine, terrestrial radio and introducing new artists. Excited to share this, episode #104 of Klyph Notes featuring my fellow Five Se7e...

A performing artist, a founder of Rated Ill Records and someone who believes in making changes where he's able and working to build community. We speak on growing his brand, the side step and his journey back with a changed focus to build into others. Supporting families of those incarcerated, learning the importance of building his own merchandise brand and more. Peep episode #103 of Klyph Notes...

In times like this, it's encouraging to see community work together for those in need. I talked to local artist Randal Wyatt about his new venture, Taking Ownership PDX , and how he's leading this non-profit organization in changing lives in the city of Portland Oregon, funding home repairs for black folk. Peep this bonus episode of the Klyph Notes podcast.

He's an Emmy award winner, an artist, activist and one of the nicest emcees rapping right now. He has a new album out " The World is so Fragile and Cruel I'm Glad I Got You " with powerful visuals from the song " Clic " in particular. It was a real pleasure to have my guy, a fellow member of the Five Se7en Collective speak on his career, life and faith. Peep episode #102 of the Klyph Notes podcast...

Listening to Twice on Sunday for the first time took me back. To hear a collective of artists come together to create an art piece that feels timeless, sonically sound, lyrically complex and insightful - reminiscent of the Dungeon Family.  Moe Green , Kevin Allen , Brookfield Duece and D. Bledsoe , four members of the collective Grand Nationxl, were guests on the podcast speaking on the release "...

When two artists from different genres come together with a common goal it can be a wonderful thing. Dex and Joe are guests on this episode of the podcast speaking on the making music, spreading love and how they feel about Jesus. Peep episode #100 of the Klyph Notes podcast featuring Meek Heroes . Klyph Notes is supported by XRAY FM and Akepele Apparel The theme for Klyph Notes was produced by Th...

He's simply one of the best musicians I've met. A great song writer, musician, producer, engineer...and a solid dude. It's a conversation I've wanted to have on the podcast for a while. When you hear his sound on record, it's recognizable for sure. His releases include Keep The Funk Alive , Beats Galore Vol.1 & Vol.2 , and the Tone Tuesdays series. We talk about all that, the Dookie Jam and so muc...