Welcome to the second episode of the TeenTix Arts Podcast (TAP)! Here at TAP, we aim to uplift youth voices and artists in the local music scene through access to education and critical discussion.

In this episode, Triona & Olivia dive deep into the different platforms and ways that teens discover music, and how youth artists get their music discovered. We discuss statistics from a survey conducted by the TAP team. We interview up and coming R&B artist Ivy7 to learn about her challenges and goals as a youth artist and the advice she has for new folks coming into the music industry. We also interview Sharlese, the programming manager from KEXP and the Afternoon Show producer to find out the opportunities the organization has to offer for the youth. Tune in to learn about the different ways music can be found, advice for new artists, and the opportunities that you can be a part of.

Check out our February playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5rE...

TAP Intro/Outro Music:
"Periwinkle" (Instrumental) by Aleyanna Grae 
IG: @grae.dreamer

Funding for TAP provided by 4Culture.

The Process Of Discovering Music

Welcome to the seventh episode of the TeenTix Arts Podcast (TAP)! Here at TAP, we aim to uplift youth voices and artists in the local music scene through access to education and critical discussion. This month’s episode is on local youth artists, featuring interviews with Chloe Bilstad, Jack Frost, and Knight. Listen as they discuss what songs they're most proud of, how their music connects to their identity, and which other artists inspire their work!

Funding for TAP provided by 4Culture.

Local Youth Artists You Should Listen To

Welcome to the eighth episode of the TeenTix Arts Podcast (TAP)! Here at TAP, we aim to uplift youth voices and artists in the local music scene through access to education and critical discussion. In this month's episode, we delve into the world of house shows and live performances. Our teen hosts share their personal experiences attending house shows, explore the significance of accessibility and grassroots entrepreneurship, highlight local legends who kickstarted their careers in house music, and much more!

Funding for TAP provided by 4Culture.

House Shows: A Look into Live Performances

Thank you for tuning in to the ninth and final installment of the TeenTix Arts Podcast (TAP)! Here at TAP, we aim to uplift youth voices and artists in the local music scene through access to education and critical discussion. In this episode, our teen hosts take a deep dive into the history of Seattle's beloved Bumbershoot festival. Uncover the origins of its name, trace the evolution of festival leadership, focus, and accessibility over the years, and get a sneak peek of what's in store this year following a four-year hiatus! Don't forget to subscribe to the TeenTix newsletter and follow us on social media for a chance to win free tickets!

Funding for TAP provided by 4Culture.

Beyond the Music: The Pole Dance and Fashion Culture at Bumbershoot

Episode 1: Tap into TAP, a Seattle-based podcast focused on empowering youth voices through the exploration of art, all conceived and hosted by teen artists. TAP teens dive into important art from many generations, and give a Gen Z perspective on why they are important in today’s world.
Each podcast starts with a teen artist sharing an important artistic influence on what they are thinking and creating today. We then take a deep dive and discuss the context surrounding its making, drawing local Seattle connections.
This week, as an introductory episode, we will talk about art as a whole, -- specifically the artistic process. We’re going to introduce ourselves by discussing the importance of art to us and our individual artistic processes. 

Recorded from Ground Zero Radio at Vera Project in Seattle, WA
TAP Teens: Ashwari Shende, Blue Counts, Caden Nam, and Mickey Fontaine
Thank you Totem Star recording artist Lily Indigo for the music you heard at the beginning of this episode

Meet the Teens of TeenTix Arts Podcast & Explore Artistic Process

Episode 2: Tap into TAP, a Seattle-based podcast focused on empowering youth voices through the exploration of art, all conceived and hosted by teen artists. TAP teens dive into important art from many generations, and give a Gen Z perspective on why they are important in today’s world. Each podcast starts with a teen artist sharing an important artistic influence on what they are thinking and creating today. We then take a deep dive and discuss the context surrounding its making, drawing local Seattle connections.
In this episode, we will talk about the artistic process as a whole and invite two local artists, musician, Alex Stone and visual artist and arts organizer Satpreet Kahlon to describe their experiences and their individual processes. Recorded from Ground Zero Radio at Vera Project in Seattle, WA
TAP Teens: Ashwari Shende, Blue Counts, Caden Nam, and Mickey Fontaine
Thank you Totem Star recording artist Lily Indigo for the music you heard at the beginning of this episode

Exploring Artistic Process with Special Guests Satpreet Kahlon and Alex Stone

Episode 3: Tap into TAP, a Seattle-based podcast focused on empowering youth voices through the exploration of art, all conceived and hosted by teen artists. TAP teens dive into important art from many generations, and give a Gen Z perspective on why they are important in today’s world.
Each podcast starts with a teen artist sharing an important artistic influence on what they are thinking and creating today. We then take a deep dive and discuss the context surrounding its making, drawing local Seattle connections.
Today, we will discuss an exciting topic with a rich history: contemporary classical music. We will talk about its importance to us as artists, its significance in today's media, and why you should be interested in it. Then, we’ll get the exciting opportunity to discuss the topic with a professional composer and a young musician to get an understanding of its significance to today's teens.

Recorded from Ground Zero Radio at Vera Project in Seattle, WA
TAP Teens: Ashwari Shende, Blue Counts, Caden Nam, and Mickey Fontaine
Thank you Totem Star recording artist Lily Indigo for the music you heard at the beginning of this episode

Learning to Like Modern Classical Music

Episode 4: Tap into TAP, a Seattle-based podcast focused on empowering youth voices through the exploration of art, all conceived and hosted by teen artists. TAP teens dive into important art from many generations, and give a Gen Z perspective on why they are important in today’s world.
Each podcast starts with a teen artist sharing an important artistic influence on what they are thinking and creating today. We then take a deep dive and discuss the context surrounding its making, drawing local Seattle connections.
Today we’re talking about the legacy of the riotgrrrl movement—its impact and its flaws, and why it is still important for us to talk about today. Joining us is Vivi Annis, a local fem punk musician and we’ll get her perspective on riotgrrrl and its impact on her.

Recorded from Ground Zero Radio at Vera Project in Seattle, WA
TAP Teens: Ashwari Shende, Blue Counts, Caden Nam, and Mickey Fontaine
Thank you Totem Star recording artist Lily Indigo for the music you heard at the beginning of this episode

Riotgrrrl: From Origins to Influence Today

Episode 4 Part 2: Tap into TAP, a Seattle-based podcast focused on empowering youth voices through the exploration of art, all conceived and hosted by teen artists. TAP teens dive into important art from many generations, and give a Gen Z perspective on why they are important in today’s world.
Each podcast starts with a teen artist sharing an important artistic influence on what they are thinking and creating today. We then take a deep dive and discuss the context surrounding its making, drawing local Seattle connections.
Today we’re talking about the legacy of the Riotgrrrl movement—its impact and its flaws, and why it is still important for us to talk about today. This is part 2 of our episode on Riotgrrrl, and we’ll be interviewing Allison Wolfe from Bratmobile, one of the most important original Riotgrrrl bands.

Recorded from Ground Zero Radio at Vera Project in Seattle, WA
TAP Teens: Ashwari Shende, Blue Counts, Caden Nam, and Mickey Fontaine
Thank you Totem Star recording artist Lily Indigo for the music you heard at the beginning of this episode

Riotgrrrl Pt 2: Exploring Its Ongoing Legacy with Allison Wolfe

Episode 5: Tap into TAP, a Seattle-based podcast focused on empowering youth voices through the exploration of art, all conceived and hosted by teen artists. TAP teens dive into important art from many generations, and give a Gen Z perspective on why they are important in today’s world.
Each podcast starts with a teen artist sharing an important artistic influence on what they are thinking and creating today. We then take a deep dive and discuss the context surrounding its making, drawing local Seattle connections.
Today, we are talking about stickers — if you look around a city like Seattle, you’ll notice that they're everywhere. They can be powerful outlets for artists and activists alike. But how do these stickers get to all of these places to begin with? What attracts artists to stickers, and more importantly, why and how can these stickers be so valuable to teen artists? 
We will be interviewing the StickerMovie crew to learn about their personal connections with stickers after sharing our own, and their perspectives may help us unveil what bridges stickers across decades.

Learn more about the Sticker Movie at Stickermovie.com 

Recorded from Ground Zero Radio at Vera Project in Seattle, WA
TAP Teens: Ashwari Shende, Blue Counts, Caden Nam, and Mickey Fontaine
Thank you Totem Star recording artist Lily Indigo for the music you heard at the beginning of this episode

Sticker Movie!

Welcome to the TeenTix Arts Podcast, also known as TAP, a Seattle-based youth podcast that focuses on empowering youth voices through the exploration of art. Here on this podcast we share our favorite artistic influences. We explore their histories, cultural impacts, and how they resonate with young people today. We interview artists, from emerging teen artists to ones well-established in their careers.
Today we’re talking about oil painting– everything from the history of it to how it was impacted and changed throughout time as well as our personal connection to it. We will also be interviewing two guests– an art educator and a teen artist, who will share their connections and knowledge of oil paint with us.

Recorded from Ground Zero Radio at Vera Project in Seattle, WA
TAP Teens: Ashwari Shende, Blue Counts, Caden Nam, and Mickey Fontaine
Thank you Totem Star recording artist Lily Indigo for the music you heard at the beginning of this episode

The Process Of Discovering Music

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