Kent Washington III

"Culture Cultivator" / Hip-Hop Recording Artist

"Alive In The Dark"

Prod. by YZ / Dir. by XSHAWXFILMS

"Inner Child"

Prod. by KenyMuch / Dir. by XSHAWXFILMS & SQUARE VISIONS

Show History

Performing & Recording Artist / DJ

Performance / Location / Year

  • Local Support for PhonyPPL / Marquis Theatre - Denver, CO / 2021

  • Local Support for Yung Bleu / Summit Music Hall - Denver, CO / 2021

  • Kent Washington III Headlining Show / Lost Lake - Denver, CO / 2021

  • Denver Post's Underground Music Showcase / Downtown Denver - Denver, CO / 2021

  • Kent Washington III Headlining Show / Magic Rat - Fort Collins, CO / 2021

  • Kent Washington III Headlining Show / Zeppelin Station - Denver, CO / 2020

  • Local Support for Rob Vicious / Aggie Theatre - Fort Collins, CO / 2019

  • Local Support for JID / Colorado State University - Fort Collins, CO / 2018

  • Local Support for Project Pat / Downtown Artery - Fort Collins, CO / 2018

  • Local Support for Bbymutha / Moxi Theatre - Greeley, CO / 2018

  • Local Support for Lupe Fiasco & Mickey Factz / Aggie Theatre - Fort Collins, CO / 2018

  • Headliner for Wolf's Revenge / The Mixx - Pasadena, CA / 2018

  • Local Support for Jhene Aiko, Eric Bellinger & Chaz French / RamFest 2017 - Fort Collins, CO / 2017

  • #ColoradoGirlsBreakTheInternet II Pool Party / City Park Pool - Fort Collins, CO / 2017

  • Local Support for Cousin Stizz / Mishawaka Amphitheater - Poudre Canyon, CO - 2017

  • Slip N’ Slide Foam Party (Partnership with Monster Energy Drink) / Nixon’s Tavern - Fort Collins, CO - 2017

  • Local Support for Waka Flocka Flame / Cervantes Masterpiece Ballroom - Denver, CO (SOLD OUT) / 2017

  • Local Support for Audio Push / Colorado State University - Fort Collins, CO (SOLD OUT) / 2017

  • Headlined Fusion’s Thursday College Night / Fusion Nightclub - Fort Collins, CO (OVER CAPACITY/SHUTDOWN) - 2017

  • #ColoradoGirlsBreakTheInternet Pool Party / Crowne Plaza Downtown - Denver, CO / 2016

  • Greek Party Tour: UofA / University of Arizona - Tucson, AZ / 2016

  • Denver Post presents: Underground Music Showcase / Downtown Denver, CO / 2015 & 2016

  • Colorado Black Arts Festival (Headlined) / City Park - Denver, CO / 2015 & 2016

  • Kent Washington x Illegal Pete’s “St. ValensFEST” Tour / Denver, Fort Collins & Boulder, CO / 2016

  • Local Support for Casey Veggies / Colorado State University - Fort Collins, CO (SOLD OUT) / 2016

  • Local Support for Denzel Curry & Westside Boogie / Cervantes Other Side / 2016

  • Headliner for CSU's Ramchella / LSC Ballroom - Fort Collins, CO / 2016

  • DJ Set for Naughty By Nature / Marquis Theatre - Denver, CO / 2015

  • No Coast Company x Fresh Crew’s 90’s Party / Moxi Theatre - Greeley, CO (SOLD OUT) / 2015

  • Local Support for Flatbush Zombies 4/20 / Aggie Theatre - Fort Collins, CO / 2014

  • Local Support for Snow Tha Product & Caskey - Cervantes Masterpiece Ballroom - Denver, CO (SOLD OUT) / 2014

  • Local Support for Dizzy Wright & Jarren Benton with Russ / Cervantes Masterpiece Ballroom - Denver, CO (SOLD OUT) / 2014

  • Local Support for Hopsin & Dizzy Wright / Black Sheep - Colorado Springs, CO (SOLD OUT) / 2014

  • Kent Washington III Headlining Show / Sunshine Studios - Colorado Springs, CO / 2013

Lighting Designer

Performance / Location / Year

  • Spring Dance Concert / Colorado State University - Fort Collins, CO - University Center of the Arts Dance / 2015

  • Fall Dance Concert / Colorado State University - Fort Collins, CO - University Center of the Arts Dance / 2016

  • Spring Dance Concert / Colorado State University - Fort Collins, CO - University Center of the Arts Dance / 2017

  • Say It Loud! Cultural Expo / CSU's LSC Theatre - Fort Collins, CO / 2017

  • Clash of the Titans / CSU's LSC Theatre - Fort Collins, CO / 2017

Electrician

Performance / Location / Year

  • Spring Dance Capstone / Dance Theatre - University Center of the Arts (CSU) / 2015

  • The Hobbit / University Theatre - University Center of the Arts (CSU) / 2015

  • Rockband / University Theatre - University Center of the Arts (CSU) / 2015 & 2014

  • Alice in Wonderland / University Theatre - University Center of the Arts (CSU) / 2014

  • Frog & Toad / University Theatre - University Center of the Arts (CSU) / 2014

  • The Night of the Iguana / Studio Theatre - University Center of the Arts (CSU) / 2014

  • The Glass Menagerie / Studio Theatre - University Center of the Arts (CSU) / 2014

  • Orestes 2.0 / Studio Theatre - University Center of the Arts (CSU) / 2013


Accomplishments


  • Independent Artist based out of Colorado Springs, CO. Founder of TRIFECTARECORDS. Previous Founder of DEATHTRAP & NO COAST COMPANY.

  • Going on his first-ever, headlining tour in 2022. "TOUR OF THE INDIGO" in partnership with Illegal Pete's, Spotify's Soundtrap and Project Gametime. Los Angeles, Denver, Fort Collins, Philadelphia, Tempe, Tuscon and Atlanta.

  • Speaking & Performing at TEDXCSU, March 2022.

  • Hosting his own headlining festival in Fort Collins, CO, 2022.

  • BA in Theatre with a Concentration in Lighting Design from Colorado State University, 2018.

  • First Hip-Hop Act at Sunshine Studios in Colorado Springs, CO

  • Founder of Out Of The Garage Club at Mesa Ridge High School in Colorado Springs, CO

  • Guest Speaker at Benjamin Rush School of the Arts in Philadelphia, PA

  • One of the first hip-hop recording artists with their own official Trading Card in partnership with Rapper Cards.

  • Considered an "Underground Legend" within the Rocky Mountain region, with over 9 years of extensive experience.

  • According to 303 Magazine, Kent Washington III was one of the "Top Acts of Underground Music Showcase 2021" (https://303magazine.com/2021/09/the-27-best-shows-we-saw-at-this-years-ums/)

  • Booked Jhene Aiko as the first woman headliner in RamFest and Colorado State University History in 2017. Acting as RamFest Coordinator through CSU's RamEvents... he also booked Eric Bellinger, Chaz French and M-PACT from The Kinjaz

  • 5-year United Men of Color member at Colorado State University. Washington was voted President of United Men of Color twice and the organization won "Student Organization of the Year" from ASCSU. An award rarely won by POC orgs. For UMC's Clash of the Titans, Kent Washington booked: JID, Audio Push, Casey Veggies and King Los.

  • While finishing his undergrad, Kent Washington III was working with multiple brands and companies such as Monster Energy Drink, Mellow Yellow Smoke Shop, King Palms, Bohemian Foundation and The Music District. After graduating, Washington expanded his relationships with brands like Spotify's Soundtrap, Red Bull, Illegal Pete's, 3AMWATER, Verts Dispensary, Malek's Premium Cannabis, Denver Chip Company, Little Kids Rock and Project Gametime.

  • Throughout his ongoing journey, Kent Washington III released his debut album, "CHILDREN OF THE INDIGO" on NYE 2021. Independently made. Building his foundational "TRIFECTATRILOGY" and looking to make bigger strides throughout the world

CHILDREN OF THE INDIGO

Kent Washington III's debut album, "CHILDREN OF THE INDIGO"... represents his mindset being of Indigo. Tapping into a deeper frequency and acknowledging that he's a Child of God but also apart of the Children of the Indigo. The original people of a darker tone. The foundational project that allows fans to get an introductory glance at Kent Washington's World.

Nine tracks. With production by MBWAV, KenyMuch, Katapullt, YZ, Emmanuel Mathurin and Chris X. Engineered by The Spot Studios. Artwork by @FeliDomz. Additional Saxophone by Josue "Sway" Callabero. Additional Piano & Guitar by Glenn Sawyer from The Spot Studios.

Available on Spotify, Apple Music and all major streaming sites.

Bio

Self-labeled as a "Culture Cultivator"... Kent Washington III is an emcee, poet, DJ, entrepreneur, lighting designer, event coordinator, talent buyer and cultural activist. Using Hip-Hop to bridge the gap towards societal healing and creative expression. The Colorado renaissance-man is known for his passionate wordplay, high energy and eclectic content. Inspired to inspire others through art. Music is his passion. Washington is involved in his communities across the State of Colorado. Former President of United Men of Color student organization of CSU-Fort Collins and more. Raised in Colorado Springs, CO, Kent has worked with some of the biggest artists in the scene. Started at the age of 17. Opening for/booking Grammy-nominated Artists such as Jhene Aiko, Lupe Fiasco, Waka Flocka Flame, J.I.D, Eric Bellinger, MURS, Flatbush Zombies, Snow Tha Product and more. Making waves within the Rocky Mountain region and beyond. Recently released his debut album, "CHILDREN OF THE INDIGO", on NYE 2021. Currently, on his independent, headlining US tour in 2022.