Visual Artist

Rodney H. King, artist and owner of Kingspen LLC, brings the creative energy and storytelling power of hip-hop’s golden era to life through vibrant color and bold imagery. His work celebrates the beauty and influence of black culture, drawing inspiration from the rhythms of hip hop, the soul of jazz, and the movement of basketball. Featured by KOMO, PBS, King 5 Evening, Public Display Art, Converge Media and more — Rodney’s art is both a tribute to the culture and a reminder of its lasting legacy. Through his art, Rodney aims to spread love and evoke feelings of nostalgia for the best aspects of his culture.

@_kingspen

Song Selector

Also known as Blendiana Jones, DJ Topspin is a decades-deep pillar of the Northwest music scene — celebrated for harmony-driven blends, impeccable selection, and genre-spanning edits that weave hip-hop with soul, R&B, and the wider Afro-diasporic canon. His sets balance unearthed gems with timeless classics, creating a signature vibe rooted in story and culture.

For Hip-Hop: The Golden Era, expect nostalgia, smooth blends, and the kind of storytelling that bridges past and present.

@topspinstagram

Music Artist / Songwriter

An artist and entrepreneur, IaMcHaMeL delivers storytelling rooted in authenticity, self-acceptance, and self-love. With raw delivery and infectious energy, every performance feels like a new experience — leaving audiences empowered, inspired, and connected to the spirit of hip-hop as truth, resilience, and community.

“I provide the soundtrack to life — the messages we need to hear to keep going, to keep thriving, to keep believing in ourselves and our purpose.” – IaMcHaMeL

@iamchamel

https://www.iamchamel.com/

Vintage Clothing Curator

Rio Estolas, owner of Throwbacks Northwest, has been immersed in vintage clothing since the late ’90s. Inspired by the golden era of hip-hop, he constructed Throwbacks NW into an iconic Seattle destination where sportswear, streetwear, and era-less clothing come together. 

Entering Throwbacks, you’ll quickly find the many timeless garments carefully curated to pay homage to the pioneers, celebrating the authenticity of eras that continue to shape today’s style. Throwbacks has been a staple in providing Seattle with gear for over 17 years. 

Beyond the clothes, Rio is deeply rooted in local community such as On The Block, regularly hosting events for the city that bring people of all walks of life together with a mission to keep the culture alive.

“Be present in everything you do and do it with love.” — Rio Estolas

@throwbacksnw

https://throwbacksnw.com/

B-Boy/B-Girl Break-Dancing Crew

Seattle’s own Fraggle Rock Crew (FRC) has been repping hip-hop culture through breakdance for over two decades. Known for their explosive style, creativity, and championship pedigree, FRC has shared stages with icons like Busta Rhymes, Missy Elliott, and the Black Eyed Peas, while earning respect across international battles and community stages alike. More than performers, they are torchbearers of the culture — pushing the art of b-boying forward while keeping its roots alive.

At Hip-Hop: The Golden Era, expect raw energy, gravity-defying movement, and a showcase of the style that helped put hip-hop on the world stage.

https://fragglerockcrew.com/

Barbers

Standing on Top isn’t just a barbershop — it’s a hub where style, culture, and community meet. Known across Bellevue and beyond for precision cuts and a blend of tradition with innovation, the shop has built a reputation as more than a place for grooming. It’s where conversations spark, confidence grows, and barbering is celebrated as an art form.

At Hip-Hop: The Golden Era, Standing on Top brings that same energy to the floor — showcasing barbering as a true element of the culture. Because nothing pairs better than fresh fades and fresh beats.

@standingontop

https://www.standingontopbarbershop.com/