Last year, Portland hip-hop legend Cool Nutz took it back to his roots and celebrated his birthday bash at Alberta Street Pub in NE Portland just blocks from his original studio where he started making music years ago. Family, friends, fans, and  supporters from across Portland and as far away as Seattle and Eugene all showed up and showed out to literally give the Rose City rap legend his flowers.

Not only was this a day to celebrate his birthday, it also was an album release party, where everyone in attendance was able to hear new music that was dropping from Cool Nutz in a live performance setting. 

As a pioneer of Pacific Northwest hip-hop, Cool Nutz was the first real inspiration to many creatives off the streets, making major musical waves in the Portland music industry by bringing multitracking, production, events, and a collaborative studio and spirit. Outside of Oregon, his impact is global, with fans shouting him out in places like Atlanta, Georgia, Melbourne, Australia, and Tokyo, Japan. For him, it truly is about a love of the culture. 

On Dec. 10 2025, Cool Nutz released his new EP “Accoutrements,” with hard-hitting production from Tope and Trox, alongside Cool Nutz’ signature lyrical precision and unmistakable Northwest voice. Go give “Accoutrements” a listen on all major streaming platforms today!