2024 in review

As we trekked along the peak of Mount Wilson on January 1st, we took time to reflect on the ups and downs 2024 has brought us.

Mid Century Modern ’s “Stolen Moments” debut peaked with a number of charts including NACC Top 200 (#184), NACC Top Hip Hop (#7), NACC Top Hip Hop ADDS (#1), RapAttackLives (#1), Urban Influencer Rap Charts (#7) and made KEXP’s “Song of the Day”.

206 Zulu celebrated its milestone 20th anniversary and hosted some of the most memorable programs to date. We’ve received an exceptional amount of press this year, with The Seattle Times feature article making the cover story. In June, we received a Full Circle award for our contributions to the dance community.

Washington Hall was bustling all year, with over 100 events and countless programs. Some of the most memorable events include Red Bull Lords of the Floor, Dance For Falasteen, Seattle Black Film Festival, Seattle Art Book Fair, and Kassa Overall.

The year was a flurry of touring, performances, workshops and speaking gigs all around the country. We witnessed history as Breaking entered the Olympics in Paris, and had a chance to travel all around Europe in the month of August.

2024 marked our first time attending the Grammys, and as a voting member I participated in a number of ways, from Grammy U music mentorship program to Music Advocacy Day, where I was able to connect with Rep. Jimmy Gomez and advocate for several bills on the table that help make the music industry more just and equitable.

One of the most significant changes was my move to Los Angeles. With all the traveling, I’m still acclimating to the fact, and am just so overwhelmed by the amount of love and support the LA underground has shown me in this short time. I’ve met some truly amazing people and am really excited about the music that we’ve been working on in recent months.

As 2024 came to a close, my final term with 4Culture concluded. On the very last day of my term, we voted to approve Doors Open, a groundbreaking program that will fund 700 organizations with $100M next year, and a similar trajectory in years to come.

2024 has been challenging to say the least, but in retrospect, there is much to be thankful for. To all my dear friends, comrades and loved ones, thank you for rocking with me. 2025 is going to be unbearably rough in so many ways, but I am truly thankful to be in community with you and know that we are in this together.

MCM “Cinema” 12″

We’re thrilled to announce Mid Century Modern Music has a brand-new, super limited edition 12” record of our project entitled “Cinema”, which is now available exclusively through mail order, directly to our friends and supporters- not available online, in stores or streaming platforms! $25/ea. (shipping included) DM to order yours today!

King Khazm’s last term with 4Culture

Today is bittersweet as I completed my last term as a board member of 4Culture. It’s been a truly remarkable experience working with such an incredible team of folks, providing funding and resources to King County’s arts and cultural sector.

In the culmination of my service, we saw the development, implementation, and today, voted to approve the first round of Open Doors grant recipients, providing funds to nearly 800 organizations between the Sustained Support and Cultural Facilities programs! (Press release coming soon)

These last six years have been absolutely amazing, and I’m so privileged to be in service alongside so many skilled and dedicated staff, committee and board members.

We give thanks to King County Executive and Council for their leadership, particularly Councilmembers Balducci and Zahilay for their co-sponsorship of the plan. We give thanks to our fearless leader Brian Carter, Manny Cawaling and Inspire Washington and countless others who have contributed to making this a reality.

In these deeply trying times, it’s beyond gratifying to know that arts and culture is being supported in such unprecedented and impactful ways that will transpire to our current and future generations of artists, culture bearers, preservationists and organizations!!