Author: Keyah W.

Producer Spotlight: Arca

by Keyah W.

Arca is a prolific producer known for pushing boundaries in the music scene.  The Venezuelan artist identifies as nonbinary and uses she/they pronouns.  They have released a few EPs, two mixtapes, and four studio albums.   &&&&& was the first music project to showcase Arca’s creativity. The project was crafted during a lonely time, in the…



Sylvia Robinson’s Impact on Hip-Hop

by Keyah W.

In every era of music, there are legends both on stage and behind the scenes.  In 1935, a legend by the name of Sylvia Robinson was born in New York. She would become a multi-faceted producer, singer-songwriter, club owner and label owner. During her journey, she would take many risks and try unconventional ideas. Let…



Producer Spotlight: Dope Saint Jude

by Keyah W.

Dope Saint Jude is an artist, producer, writer, advocate, and podcaster who was born in Cape Town, South Africa.  Through a blend of British, American, and African hip-hop elements, she uses her music to not only express herself, but also to uplift the voices of other marginalized people.  Her music often addresses social justice issues,…



Producer Spotlight: TOKiMONSTA

by Keyah W.

Even within the male-dominated music industry, plenty of female and nonbinary artists are making strides against the odds in every genre. When it comes to the electronic/dance scene, TOKiMONSTA is at the forefront. Born Jennifer Lee, TOKiMONSTA is a classically trained music producer and label owner.  While her music is often categorized as electronic/EDM, her…