Jessica Toon

Thank you @treefortfest ! ❤️ Photos (1-9) courtesy of the @grammys / Recording Academy® by @photobakery , Getty Images ©2026

8 cheeks share 1 chair and other behind-the-scenes of a new thing I’m doing 👀. First episode features @nekocaseofficial and is coming at ya in late spring.

Catch us at @treefortfest talking about the real sh*t, the hard sh*t. Let’s Talk About the Hard Sh*t Friday, March 27 | 12:15pm | Boise Ctr E, Room 420A Behind the releases, shows, and social posts, many of us carry fears that rarely get discussed out loud: pressure, doubt, uncertainty, anxiety, burnout…struggles that show up in different ways throughout a career in music. This panel invites a candid conversation about normalizing the internal struggles that shape artistic careers just as much as talent or opportunity. Together, we’ll explore practical ways artists can recognize fear without letting it dictate their creative choices, boundaries, or sense of self-worth. Panelists will share real experiences with imposter syndrome, navigating competition in an industry built on scarcity, redefining success in a game that is continuously changing, and pushing back against industry structures and social pressures that quietly amplify self-doubt. @jestoon Sr Executive Director for the PNW @grammys @teresaiswar Drummer from @builttospill and @prismbitchband @bylandmusic Singer, Songwriter, Multi-Instrumentalist @callmeryker Artist Manager and Founder @directinflux

Ocho días mágicos en Oaxaca.

make music. support art. build community. find love. spread kindness. ice out. thank you colleagues, nominees, winners, and friends for another epic @grammys season. ❤️

1990. Esprit cardigan. Home alone on VHS. Parker Lewis Can’t Lose on TV. Columbia House 12 CDs for a penny I got that year on Discman: Mariah Carey, Big Daddy Kane, Pixies, D-Nice, Ride, BDP, Jasmine Guy, Sonic Youth, Mazzy Star, Moni Love, Yo La Tengo, Eric B and Rakim.

Promise a claw machine with unlimited tokens and I’ll be there.

on film. by @ron.harrell

The people, the community. This is what it’s all about. Congrats to our 68th @grammys nominees. ❤️ Courtesy of the @grammys / Recording Academy® Photos by @photobakery , Getty Images ©2025 and @hty.booth

Demasiados días locos en Las Vegas. !Felicidades a todos los ganadores y nominados del @latingrammys ! ♥️

One of the most impactful parts of the Shoreline Music Summit this Saturday is the Breakout Sessions at 1:45PM — small-group, rotating 20-minute conversations with local industry professionals: 🎸 Jodi Ecklund (@clockoutlounge ) — Talent buyer and founder of The Clockout. She’ll share booking insights. 📻 Kennady Quille (@audioasiskexp ) — DJ and artist advocate at KEXP. She’ll talk about connecting your music to radio and reaching the listeners who care. 📻 Eric Zappa (@space101fm ) — Host and station manager at Space 101.1 FM. He’ll share how to get your music on the air and why radio still amplifies local voices. 📎 Grant McCallum (@grantmccallum ) — Manager and artist strategist helping musicians build sustainable careers. He’ll discuss when to bring on a manager and what to look for. 📢 Devon Leger (@hearth_music ) — Founder of Hearth Music, representing roots and Americana artists. He’ll share how to hire a publicist who truly aligns with your story. 📢 K Van Petten (@kvanpetten ) — Marketing Director at Sonic Guild Seattle. K will cover storytelling, social media strategy, and audience connection. 📢 Leigh Bezezekoff (@elbez ) — Artist manager and marketer with experience across festivals and releases. She’ll discuss career pacing, audience growth, and smart release planning. 🎤 Jessica Toon (@jestoon ) — Senior Executive Director of the Recording Academy / GRAMMYs PNW Chapter and Vice Chair of the Seattle Music Commission. She’ll lead a session on Women in Music and career development. 🎤 Timie Dolan (@timieann ) — Manager of the Recording Academy / GRAMMYs PNW Chapter. She’ll be stationed to answer questions about membership, advocacy, and community engagement. 📸 Bella Petro (@_bellatown_ ) — Seattle-based photographer specializing in creative portraits, live music, and music videos. She’ll share insights on building visual identity and capturing your story through imagery. Whether you’re an artist, industry professional, or music lover, this is your chance to connect with the people shaping the Northwest music scene. Free with RSVP — link in bio.