Musicians collaborating with their idols always marks a significant milestone in their careers. Portland rapper Talilo Marfil just hit one, thanks in part to help from two philanthropic artist funds.

Tech N9ne has been a staple of the underground rap and horrorcore scene for decades. Along with his business partner Travis O’Guin, the Kansas City, Missouri native built his label, Strange Music, ...

Born Aaron Dontez Yates, Tech N9ne embarked on a journey with the eccentric at an early age. His mother, diagnosed with lupus, epilepsy and diabetes, sparked the Kansas City native’s search for God ...

Rapper Tech N9ne performs on the Main Stage during Boulevardia on Saturday, June 14, 2025, in Kansas City. Emily Curiel ecuriel@kcstar.com “It is kind of weird in a way,” said Stephen Johnson, a ...

KC rapper Tech N9ne reunited with the KC Symphony to record a joint performance of Chief’s anthem “Red Kingdom” posted on X Feb. 4 in response to challenge issued by The Philadelphia Orchestra. Emily ...