Stories & Insights

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Writing about music, recovery, community, and the systems that shape artists' lives. By our team, our fellows, and the broader community.

Why the Music Industry Needs to Talk About Mental Health

Recovery

Why the Music Industry Needs to Talk About Mental Health

The silence around mental health in music spaces costs lives. We explore what it looks like to build a culture of openness and support within the industry.

Simone Hart

May 2026

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What Recovery Looks Like for a Working Musician

Fellowship

What Recovery Looks Like for a Working Musician

Recovery isn't the end of a music career — it's often the beginning of the most honest work an artist has ever made. Artist Jordan Reyes shares his story.

Jordan Reyes

April 2026

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Seattle's Underground Music Scene Has a Support Problem

Community

Seattle's Underground Music Scene Has a Support Problem

Independent musicians operate without safety nets. We look at the structural gaps in the Seattle music ecosystem and what community-led solutions can do.

Marcus Webb

March 2026

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We're gathering voices from our fellows, staff, and community. Check back for new writing on music, recovery, and the work ahead.