Host Trae Holiday was joined on this "The Day With Trae" segment by Anthony Session, also known as THE MAD BUS DRIVER. A St. Louis native, Session has spent 25 years driving a bus for King County Metro, a career from which much of the comedian's material comes. In his conversation with Holiday, Session shared details about his upcoming shows and teased an exciting new project he currently has in the works.

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.

Garfield High School celebrated its annual Purple and White Day Assembly last Friday. Traditionally, it is a day of smiles and laughter as it signifies the last time the entire student body will come together to recognize and uplift each other before the senior class heads toward graduation in a few days. This year’s Purple and White Day was in doubt of happening at all following the tragic and senseless murder of student Amarr A’Shawn Murphy-Payne two weeks ago just feet from the entrance to the gym on the Garfield campus as he intervened to stop a fight between two students. 

Recently, Olu Dixon visited "The Day With Trae" to delve into his artistic and educational journey with host Trae Holiday, sharing the mission of Olu Productions and the impactful initiative, It's Never 2 Early 2 Create & Innovate (N2E).

Dixon didn't attend public school until high school. Instead, he was part of a Black-run homeschooling program called Black Starline, managed by his mother and a group of her friends. This experience marked the beginning of his involvement with the community.

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.

PHOTOS: Yesterday’s Unity Walk from Jimi Hendrix Park to Garfield High School in the Central District. (Photos Susan Fried)

The walk was not too far, only 1.4 miles, but yesterday's Unity Walk from Jimi Hendrix Park to Garfield High School was not about the distance between two points but rather the first steps on a journey for peace, reconciliation, and community accountability in Seattle’s Central District neighborhood which has found itself in the throes of gun violence. The latest victim being Amarr Murphy-Paine a student at Garfield High School who was shot and killed last week on campus.

In November 2023, Washington became one of the first states to open its health insurance marketplace to all residents, including undocumented immigrants. Everyone who lives in Washington state now has the opportunity to buy health and dental insurance through Washington Healthplanfinder, regardless of immigration status.

Kathya Alexander stopped by "The Day With Trae" to discuss her debut novel, "Keep A' Livin'," with host Trae Holiday. Her novel was released in April 2024 by Aunt Lute Books. In addition to her remarkable achievements as an author and playwright, Kathya has received numerous awards from organizations such as 4Culture, the Office of Arts and Culture, Artist Trust, and Seattle Parks and Recreation.

Clocking 25 years and counting in music, art, and community service here in Washington and throughout the world, with his origins coming from South Seattle King Khazm is a prominent figure in the culture. An emcee, producer, and community organizer in the Seattle hip-hop scene, Khazm continues to leave a valuable imprint. 

Towers of Tomorrow features replicas of famous skyscrapers like the Marina Bay Sands Hotel in Singapore, the Chrysler Building in New York, the CN Tower in Toronto, the Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and many more.

Award winning artist and film festival programmer, founder of his own production company, 100 million views and counting through platforms such as Instagram and YouTube, in addition to partnering with companies like Alaska Airlines, Reebok, and Nordstroms. LexScope has made an impressive imprint in the creative art field, and continues to expand his brand since its founding dating back to 2010.

After beating the Mercury and the back-to-back defending champion Aces, the Seattle Storm are in control of their own destiny.

On Friday, June 7th, Mayor Bruce Harrell, city officials, and community leaders reflected on the recent surge in gun violence and commemorated a new garden in memory of victims of gun violence at Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park. This event comes in the wake of a shooting at Garfield High School, where 17-year-old Amarr Murphy-Paine was shot and killed while attempting to break up a fight between the shooter and another person.

Deaunte Damper returns with another inspiring episode of We Live In Color, featuring Ernest Walker, the Programs Director for People of Color Against AIDS Network (POCAAN). POCAAN, a King County-based organization, is dedicated to serving marginalized communities impacted by HIV/AIDS through prevention and awareness. In this segment, Walker shares his background and the impactful initiatives POCAAN is undertaking to support the community.

In the digital age, young artists are required not just to create and produce music but also to understand how to market that music online. Yonny is not only a singer-songwriter, but also a social media content creator. His song “City in Motion” was released in February and has since garnered 40,000 streams.

On this segment of The Day With Trae, host Trae Holiday welcomes Rodney McCurry, Head Football Coach and Board Member for the Seattle Majestics. The Majestics are one of the premier teams in women's American football, competing in the Women's National Football Conference (WNFC). During the interview, McCurry shares his journey from his early days to his current role in coaching women's football and his vision for the future of the Seattle Majestics and the WNFC.

Recently, Converge Media producer Curtis Delgardo II and Central District’s very own recording artist, Mafi D, teamed up with the Black Equality Coalition and students from Panther Lake Elementary to create an anthem for the 4th and 5th grade Unstoppable Coaching Program. This powerful partnership highlights the incredible impact of community and shared purpose.

Indulge in the best plant-based patties Seattle has to offer! From classic recipes to innovative creations, discover top spots like Rain City Burgers and Uneeda Burger for a delicious, meat-free experience.

Before Beyoncé made a roots record, Shaina Shepherd was exploring the Americana genre. The music, inspired by the fusion of early European and African cultural narratives, compelled the young artist. The genre swept her away with its ability to tell a story that focuses on the warm tonality of the human spirit.