Recorded live on location at Fly Chai, this episode of Klyph Notes taps in with rising artist and community builder K-Wain for a grounded, in-the-moment conversation about music, purpose, and showing up for your city. We build on K-Wain's journey—from finding his voice as a recording artist to carving out space in the local scene—and dive into the intention behind the open mic series at 503 Records. What started as a platform has grown into a true community hub, giving artists a place to connect, sharpen their craft, and be heard. We also get into his new EP, Concrete & Roses—a reflection of growth, resilience, and navigating the balance between struggle and beauty. K-Wain shares the inspiration behind the project and how it represents where he is right now, both as an artist and as a voice in the community. Plus, we talk about what's next: his upcoming residency at Fly Chai, and how he's continuing to bridge music, culture, and community in real time. This one is for the creatives putting in the work, building something bigger than themselves, and staying rooted in the process. Tap in. Powered by KlyphWorks. The theme for Klyph Notes was produced by Theory Hazit Support the movement and become a DJ Klyph patron IG - @k_wainpdx