In late August, Myke Bogan jumped on the Klyph Notes podcast before heading the The Know for a show with Foreign Talks and label mate Blossom. We covered a range of topics from his days as a division 1 football player (yeah, I had no idea), being a Portland based artist and the stable of artists on his label and of course his latest release Pool Party on EYRST . Check out this candid, somewhat personal conversation with Myke Bogan on this latest episode of Klyph Notes. Support from Klyph Notes c...
Sep 17, 2017•57 min•Ep. 37
Portland Oregon MC Mic Capes has been a busy man. He was kind enough to take some time out of his schedule to drop by and jump on the podcast. He spoke on northwest hip-hop scene, the influx of people moving into the area and it's effect of PDX, and just how nice he is on the mic. Peep this episode as I get Mic to un-offically make a major announcement on Klyph Notes
Sep 01, 2017•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 36
Trent of Akepele has been building a brand over the last several years that celebrates the art of hip-hop and the foundations of the scene. He took a few moments out of a busy schedule having just performed with J-Ritz and Saywords at the DJ Quick & Scarface show in Portland and on his way to a gig in Vancouver, to jump on the podcast to speak about the history of the brand, the challenges of collaboration and what might be next for the apparel line. Peep the latest episode of Klyph Notes, t...
Aug 13, 2017•48 min•Ep. 35
From the moment I heard CVTVLYST for the first time I became a fan. A student of the genre & a real emcee, Wynne passed through to speak on her career thus fire, her respect for hip-hop, upcoming performances at Mic Check PDX and TBA'17 & a little bit more. Excited for y'all to hear this latest episode of Klyph Notes featuring Wynne.
Jul 14, 2017•46 min•Ep. 34
When you want to get a peek at what the current Portland hip-hop scene looks like, just Google Miss Lopez Media. Renee has been a fixture in the scene, capturing performances and candid photos for some time. She took a moment to sit and share her story, motivations, plans and hopes for the future. Check the latest episode of Klyph Notes with Renee Lopez
May 09, 2017•40 min•Ep. 33
Tope made a return trip home while on tour to perform at Mic Check PDX. While in town, he passed through to catch up on the two years since he made the move to California. Check out this in depth conversation on Klyph Notes with Tope*
Apr 06, 2017•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 32
Amerigo Gazaway was kind enough to jump on the podcast to talk about his creative process both in production and live DJ'ing. He talks about his favorite project so far in his catalog, plus you get to hear me fan-boy out on this latest episode of the Klyph Notes podcast.
Mar 04, 2017•26 min•Ep. 31
Portland Oregon MC/Host/Radio personality...the list goes on and on. StarChile took time from his busy schedule to record the lost episode of the podcast. The conversation touches on his work in the Portland music scene, race relations, why the Portland Trail Blazers have difficulty attracting free agents and the use if the "N" word. Check out the latest episode of Klyph Notes feat. StarChile
Feb 24, 2017•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 30
Natalie Figueroa, Vaughn Kimmons and Lamar LeRoy of Y.G.B. Portland sat down to share the history of the collective and building community in the city as they celebrate the new beginning via "One". Check out the laughs and entertainment on this special informative episode of the Klyph Notes podcast.
Feb 03, 2017•45 min•Ep. 29
Jason Fellman of J-Fell Presents sat down to talk about the second Mogo Music Festival. The two day event will feature local artists performing at 11 different venues covering Hip-Hop, funk, soul, blues and more. Jason shares stories of the history of the event, talks about the members of the music scene who are acting as curators and gives an invitation to networking events to benefit local artists. Check out this informative and entertaining episode of Klyph Notes and check more information on...
Jan 24, 2017•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 28
Portland based emcee Libretto's first New Years Eve performance in 4+ years kicked off what expects to be a monster year in 2017. On January 2nd, the long awaited double vinyl "Captain Crook Snatchin' Crumbs and All" was released on on Kiasu Records. Libretto sat and talked about the new release, the changes in the Portland scene since he came home and plans for the future including his upcoming show with the Beatnuts. Peep the latest episode of Klyph Notes with Libretto.
Jan 09, 2017•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 27
Portland emcee Epp has been fixture in the scene for a number of years. He's collaborated with some of the the best artists in the NW & was a member of a crew that many considered the next to represent as the sound of Portland. Now a member of the Eyrst recording family, Epp is working on his next solo project that promises to be a classic. As we sat and watched the classic game of the New Orleans Saints return to the Superdome to defeat the Atlanta Falcons, Epp shared thoughts on his start ...
Dec 13, 2016•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 26
I've been a fan of Matt Nelkin, owner of Liquid Beat Records, for as long as I've been building with the Portland music scene. Liquid Beat has consistently put out great releases through the years from the re-interpretation of the Esther Williams classic "Last Night Changed It All" by the Love Loungers to projects with veteran emcee Libretto. Matt is the latest guest on Klyph Notes and speaks on many things including the current roster of producers, why they continue to release vinyl and his tho...
Nov 08, 2016•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 25
He's been working on building community with the Portland hip-hop scene for a minute. He's performed on stages throughout the city and now the Oakland-to-Portland emcee sits down for an in depth conversation with Klyph talking about everything from his start in the scene, The Brookfield Way clothing line, his views on artist development and a peek at one of the more anticipated album releases of the year. Check the latest episode of Klyph Notes feat. Brookfield Duece.
Oct 04, 2016•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 24
Champagne Duane & Cee Goods stopped by the studio to talk about their new upcoming collaboration "The Campaign". They also talked about the current state of the industry, the successes they've had inside and outside of music and the impact of their music on society and the impact of society on music. Check out this classic episode of Klyph Notes featuring two great artists!
Sep 21, 2016•1 hr 39 min•Ep. 23
To have the opportunity to sit with Todd Richardson of Yanagida Projects and Ways & Means Global was mad cool. He shared the history of the brand and logo, spoke of working with local artists and gave some insight on pushing an idea - great information! He dropped some pearls of wisdom for artists looking to push their brand, definitely one to listen through. Check the latest episode of Klyph Notes feat. Todd Richardson.
Sep 06, 2016•47 min•Ep. 22
Portland Oregon Emcees 2 Reps have been on the scene for a minute. They join the Klyph Notes podcast and give us a sense of they're journey from grade school up and comers to sharing the screen and stage with Snoop Dog and Mike Epps. They also share the release date for the long awaited mixtape.
Aug 21, 2016•22 min•Ep. 21
North Portland Emcee Vinnie Dewayne was gracious enough to sit for his final interview on Klyph Notes before relocating to Chicago. He spoke on his beginnings as an emcee, who's next coming out of the Portland scene and what drives him to leave the city he reps so hard. Insightful and open, a conversation not to be missed. Check out the latest episode of Klyph Notes featuring Vinnie Dewayne.
Jun 12, 2016•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 20
Portland Oregon producer and MC Stewart Villain sat down for an interview to speak on how he came up in the production game from working with a majority of Portland MCs to Danny Brown. We also get deep on life, the state of the world and he lets his fans get a closer look at who he is as an individual. Stewart gives us sneak at the upcoming solo project he’s finishing up and speaks on why you shouldn’t watch so much television. He also gives his thoughts on the first annual Portland Hip-Hop Day....
Oct 05, 2015•39 min•Ep. 19
West coast MC LMNO has achieved some amazing success as an artist. He is a member of the legendary Visionaries crew, he’s demonstrated an crazy work ethic exampled by releasing 10 albums in one year in 2010. He’s shown a consistency as an artist and a human being. He’s has a new project titled “25/8” with Mr. Brady and LMNO takes some time to speak on that project, the challenges of the industry, his thoughts on the Visionaries crew, connecting with Dr. Dre and members of NWA back in the day, th...
Sep 07, 2015•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 18
In July I had an opportunity to host Neill Von Tally and Martlell Webster of Eyrst on the Welcome to the Neighborhood radio show in preparation for the Eyrst Label Launch event. As often happens, at the end of the show more great stories were being told, so I asked Neill if he’d be down to connect for more conversation. He was gracious enough to link the day after the label launch and spoke on how he linked with Martell, what in fact Eyrst really is and what’s up with that dope logo. So check ou...
Aug 03, 2015•49 min•Ep. 17
To simply say producer is too limiting as Dupre is more a curator of art. Oceans 85 Sonics is the brand and the first representation is Indigo Vacation. The northwest representative takes a minute to speak on his process and growth, the responsibility of artists and his plans are for the brand. Check out the latest conversation as Dupre joins me for Klyph Notes.
Jul 12, 2015•46 min•Ep. 16
Author and journalist Brian Coleman spent some time in the northwest promoting his latest project Check The Technique which features interviews with the artists that recorded some of the foundational, classic hip hop albums. Brian took a few moments to share some behind the scenes stories related to the project on this latest episode of Klyph Notes.
Apr 29, 2015•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 15
Musician, producer, singer, writer - the man wears many hats. We connected a couple of years ago and now I’m happy to have him as a guest on Klyph Notes to share the latest on adding radio host and writer for We Out Here Magazine (WOHM) to his list of credits. Truly an underrated talent and underutilized resource here in the northwest, DJ Klyph presents...Dizz
Mar 17, 2015•49 min•Ep. 14
Every time we connect, the man influences me. One of the most grounded cats I know, DJ Zimmie took a break from working on the film, “Soundtrack - The Story of the DJ” to jump on the podcast. Check out part one of the conversation with the man that was an inspiration for Klyph Notes. Listen to him talk about touring with Pete Rock and DJ Premier and the latest on the film.
Feb 27, 2015•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 13
Producer/MC Theory Hazit has been crazy busy working on his latest project Fall of the Light Bearer, a very personal project speaking to the ups and downs he’s experienced over the last few years. He’s also been working on production for a handful of MCs you are definitely familiar with. He took a break to speak on it as he makes final preparations for the album to release on Soulspazm Records March 3rd. Check out the latest episode of DJ Klyph presents... Klyph Notes!
Feb 21, 2015•49 min•Ep. 12
A celebrated and respected MC and poet. An activist, speaker and leader. A person about impacting the environment locally and globally. A man about more than simply words, but action. Building community on several continents as the founder of Global Fam Entertainment and a part of the Afrikan HipHop Caravan. DJ Klyph presents... Mic Crenshaw.
Feb 14, 2015•25 min•Ep. 11
Kenny Fresh has created a space to give the listening audience great content. Through the growing record label Fresh Selects to his weekly radio show Tight Songs. He took some time to speak on his beginnings in the music industry working with his mentor, producer Waajeed to then being a part of the Portland event The Fix and bring artists like Pete Rock & C.L. Smooth and Erykah Badu to the city. His current work via the Fresh Selects label has introduced the masses to artists like Low Leaf a...
Jan 03, 2015•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 10
NW based MC and Producer Tope took a minute out of his busy schedule prepping for the release of Broke Boy Syndrome to jump on the podcast. He speaks on touring with Gift of Gab, the process of creating and what next for 2015.
Dec 06, 2014•49 min•Ep. 9
A member of the The Resistance, MC Rasheed Jamal took some time to speak on his upbringing and introduction to music and his mindset as an artist. He also speaks on social issues, race relations, self awareness and the current protest movement culture.
Dec 06, 2014•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 8
