Philip "Sharp Skills" Jacobs is driving the evolution of the Pacific Northwest music scene with the launch of The Rebel Residency, Tacoma, Washington's first-ever hip-hop residency. On a recent episode of “The Day With Trae” with host Trae Holiday, Jacobs shared his vision for Tacoma, and discussed his new residency and book.

Jacobs recalled observing a creative void in Tacoma, noting that local talent was often confined to makeshift stages while major national acts toured the region. Inspired by major Las Vegas shows, he personally funded the residency and assembled a professional team, including a four-piece band and a DJ, intending to elevate the standard for local hip-hop performances.

Beyond his pioneering work on stage, Jacobs is expanding his reach as a recording artist and author. His new fiction book, Gladiator, employs a parable-style format to address universal challenges such as divorce, financial setbacks, and sickness, stemming from his belief that 

Musically, he recently released the single "City of Destiny" featuring Tara Chugh, which serves as a precursor to his upcoming album, Port of Tacoma, set for release on June 26th.

The next installment of The Rebel Residency's four-part run is scheduled for June 27th at Edison Square in Tacoma. Get your tickets at tinyurl.com/RebelResidency 

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