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👑 YBK Mase | Young Black King
🎙️ Artist & Engineer | 📍 Pittsburgh
❄️ Cold Like Northside — EP 12.15.26

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DTR Family It’s about that time… 👀🌲🪵

DownTheRoot has THREE shows on the horizon, @rywaite figured he’d take the time to tell you about all of them! From Halloween Celebrations to Artist Evaluations - @downtheroot has your next few weeks planned out for you and you don’t wanna miss anything! (if you actually support local art that is…) 📆😇

Friday, October 30th - “Sinister Sounds” Aritst + Creator Showcase / Halloween Celebration - The Forge Urban Winery (Homestead) 👻🍷

Friday, November 13th - “Branch Out” Artist + Creator Showcase - Media Day for Tournament - Poduty Podcast Theatre (Tarentum) 📸🎨

Friday, November 20th - “The TreeTop Tournament” Artist Tournament / Artist Evaluation - The Forge Urban Winery (Homestead) 🏆🌲

We CAN’T wait to see yinz at every event. We love you guys, these events wouldn’t be possible without the DTR Family! 💕

#DownTheRoot #DTR #Community #Music #Pittsburgh

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This past year has been one for the books, Here's what @high3photography has been up to! 📸📸

Some of you may have noticed I haven't posted much over the past year outside collaboration posts. I'm not going to go down a complete rabbit hole of my life but, in August of 2025, my life completely changed.

At 28 years old and over 300lbs, I experienced multiple heart attacks due to clogged arteries. The worst sent me in for an emergency surgery to have a stentplaced. A second surgery was done about a month later to add another stent, making 2 total.

But this isnt meant to be a sad post. So, let me fill you in the goods! ❤️

I've been nicotine-free for over a year and have lost nearly 75lbs! Ive learned new ways to eat and enjoy certain foods and activities! Ive learned the value of keeping a regular excersize!

I may have taken a pretty hard hit, but all in all, I have prolonged what would've been a short life. 2026 has definitely been a rough one but I'm still here! Maybe a little less but, I haven't stopped capturing the cherished moments.

A huge Thank you to everyone who has stuck with me through these hard ships of life. To those tagged in the post, Thank you for always giving my space to grow and learn through your journey! It means more than you know!

Don't forget to love the people closest to you.
Hold them tight, Let them know they matter. Not just for them, but for yourself too ❤️

May the rest of 2026 and the future be full of love, fun and unforgettable moments. Hopefully I can capture them for you!! Much love 🫶❤️

A special Thank you to @trick.412 for always being in my corner! From shooting your first concert to the most recent one, missing only a handful along the way, seeing your growth has been amazing and always fueled me to grow, too! Your continued encouragment, support and recognition keeps me pushing forward and striving to be better, not just behind the camera, but in life! Im grateful to have you in my life, man!

Remember, while you may have tears, this post is to celebrate living, so live it to the fullest.✌️

- Ian aka High 3 photo 🫶

#2026 #Life #High3Photography #MotocrossPhotography #ConcertPhotographt

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FRI. NOV. 13TH ➡️ BRANCH OUT 👀🌲

Join @downtheroot and @podutylive for a night of exciting live music, content creation, artist networking and more! 🤩 This event is hand crafted with a lineup of amazing talent, come out and support local art! Additionally, this entire event will be filmed and uploaded to our YouTube Channel after! ☔️🪵

Prepare for The Tree Top Tournament the right way - come network, meet one of the official judges, meet the tournament host and watch Pittsburgh underground music shine as we “Branch Out” next month 💜

We can’t wait to see yinz in a few weeks 🫶🏼 We love you all DTR Family, thank you so much for making this all a reality. Pittsburgh music truly is better together 🎤

Featured Artists:
@viennetia_
@rywaite
@big_nuke00
@daveyourweird
@drxzyn
@abapenbe
@vindeezy
@tdoughofficial
@emily__olcott
@car2unes
@bmurrtheet
@trick.412
@crystal7latsyrc
@thatnikkakingcash412
@ybk_mase
@diovurse
@asapredd76
@__cashanova__

Media/Vendors:
@vindeezy
@downtheroot
@podutylive

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You know what time it is!

October is FULL of shows. We about to go absolutely INSANE on this one!

The Halloween celebration continues as @downtheroot has graciously put together 'Sinister Sounds' taking place @theforgeurbanwinery on October 30th, starting at 7pm!

I wanna see yall show out with your costumes, I think there's a prize with best dressed 🤔

I wanna see all yall there. Come join in the Family and help spread the love & positivity Pittsburgh needs.

Love you guys!

2unes
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October 30th. 7PM. Forge Urban Winery. $15. Costumes. Vibes. Positivity. Peace. Music. Love. DTR.

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It’s that time of the year again… 🦇 come celebrate Halloween the right way at “Sinister Sounds” , an amazing artist + creator showcase with a Halloween twist! 🎃

This lineup is insane, the costume contest is free to enter, and the vibes are gonna be through the roof. Pop out on October 30th DTR Family 🫶🏼👻

Details:
⁉️: “Sinister Sounds” Artist + Creator Showcase / Halloween Celebration
📍: The Forge Urban Winery, Homestead PA
🎫: $10.00 Presale // $15.00 Day of show
⏰: 7:00PM-11:00PM, Friday, October 30th

Lineup (SUPPORT THEM ALL ❤️):
@trick.412
@drxzyn
@car2unes
@x6jade
@heyjakex_
@viennetia_
@ybk_mase
@bmurrtheet
@zac1k__
@strayeocracy
@big_liaaaa
@crystal7latsyrc
@thatnikkakingcash412
@racksos_
@__cashanova__
@asapredd76

Vendors (SUPPORT THEM TOO ❤️):
@star.scale
@inkkbyivyy.dtr
@drxzyn
@vindeezy

#Pittsburgh #DownTheRoot #Culture #DTR #Music

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FRI. NOV. 20TH ➡️ THE TREE TOP TOURNAMENT 🌲🏆

“Do YOU have what it takes to be on top of the tree? Come perform with DownTheRoot to see!” 😎 We’re extremely excited for this event yinz - this takes our traditional artist showcase we always do and adds a competitive twist! This is a FULL Artist evaluation with a chance to bring home over $300 in prizes! 👀

Three official Judges will have score sheets for every artist that hits the stage, at the end of the event, winners will be announced alongside bonus category winners! 🏆

This isn’t about being the best, this is about being at YOUR best! Come out, have fun, meet new artists, enjoy the live music, love the community and celebrate Pittsburgh creativity together! 🪵

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! 🎤
(These flyers are 100% human made)

Official Judges:
@x6jade
@trick.412
@ybk_mase

Host:
@rywaite

#DownTheRoot #DTR #Community #Passion #Pittsburgh

MEET THE JUDGES ⬇️

@x6jade : an incredible artist, creator and powerhouse in the Pittsburgh music scene ever since he stepped into it 5+ years ago. Making great content, having electrifying performances and spreading love all over the city - X6 knows a winner when he sees one! Jade brings a youthful energetic perspective to the judge panel! 🔥

@trick.412 : A veteran in DTR and an absolute beast of a performer on any stage he touches, Trick knows stage presence and he knows excitement. Trick brings 8+ years of local industry experience from throwing his own events to his own career, Trick brings an entrepreneurial wise perspective to the judge panel! 👀

@ybk_mase : Mase has been consistently working on his craft for several years, hosting local events and producing his own music from his own studio, Mase knows what it takes to take first place after recently hosting his own artist showcase just last month! Mase brings an underground perspective to the judge panel! 🎤

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN 🔥

DM US OR COMMENT “TREE TOP” TO LET US KNOW! 🏆

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Tell em catch me when I land ✈️🌍 WHITE NOISE OUT NOW ON ALL PLATFORMS !!! #news #musica #newmusic #newmusicalert #art

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FRI. OCT. 30TH ➡️ SINISTER SOUNDS 🔊👻🦇

TIME TO DRESS UP & GET SPOOKY DTR FAMILY! 🧏🏻‍♂️🌲

Join @downtheroot , @theforgeurbanwinery, 17 amazing acts and 5 different vendors as we celebrate Halloween properly with our 3rd annual Halloween celebration showcase! 💕🎃 With an absolutely STACKED lineup with some of the best in the DownTheRoot Family alongside a unique, immersive, 4 category costume contest, this event is set to be one for the books! 📚👀🪵

Tickets go on sale TODAY - ticket link will be in our bio! 🔗

WE CAN’T WAIT FOR THIS ONE. WE LOVE YINZ! “PITTSBURGH MUSIC IS BETTER TOGETHER!”

Event Information: 📝
📍: The Forge Urban Winery, 210 E 7th Ave Homstead PA
⁉️: Artist + Creator Showcase / Halloween Celebration
🎫: $10.00 Presale online // $15.00 Day of show
⏰: Friday, October 30th - 7:00PM-11:00PM
🎃: Costume contest during show, FREE entry, all age event

Featured Artists Include: 🎤
@trick.412
@drxzyn
@car2unes
@rywaite
@x6jade
@heyjakex_
@viennetia_
@ybk_mase
@bmurrtheet
@zac1k__
@strayeocracy
@big_liaaaa
@crystal7latsyrc
@thatnikkacash
@racksos_
@__cashanova__
@asapredd76

Featured Vendors Include: 🛍️
@star.scale (Promotion)
@inkkbyivyy.dtr (Flash Tattoos)
@downtheroot (Media)
@drxzyn (Livestream)
@vindeezy (Clothes)

#DownTheRoot #DTR #Pittsburgh #Community #Passion

FRI. OCT. 30TH ➡️ SINISTER SOUNDS 🔊👻🦇

TIME TO DRESS UP DTR FAMILY! 🧏🏻‍♂️

COSTUME CONTEST INFORMATION: ⬇️

• Costume Contest entry is FREE! Anybody that shows up in costume is automatically entered!
• 3 UNDERCOVER JUDGES will be in the crowd looking out for their favorite costumes in each category, after the final set, winners are announced on stage!
• Categories include: Best overall costume, scariest costume, best couple costume and funniest costume!
• Prizes: DTR Halloween gift baskets, local merch, FREE photoshoots, FREE DTR tickets, candy + more!

WE CAN’T WAIT FOR THIS ONE. WE LOVE YINZ! ❤️
“PITTSBURGH MUSIC IS BETTER TOGETHER!”

Event Information: 📝
📍: The Forge Urban Winery, 210 E 7th Ave Homstead PA
⁉️: Artist + Creator Showcase / Halloween Celebration
🎫: $10.00 Presale online // $15.00 Day of show
⏰: Friday, October 30th - 7:00PM-11:00PM

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MEET THE ARTISTS ➡️ SATURDAY, PT. 2 🪵👀🎤

In no specific order, welcome the second wave of artists officially hitting the stage on Day 1 of DTR Fest 2026, Saturday, July 25th! 🤩 Join us for back to back days celebrating Pittsburgh music, community and culture! We have a few surprises too. Some of the DTR Family might pop out Saturday! 👀🌲

Featured Artists:
@needevrystak
@tonyweedzs
@maacsdead
@dnd_412
@d.z1mm
@ybk_mase
@sammywitdamac
@theogdlee
@ncwelte
@asapredd76

Designed by:
@ivyy.hartleyy

#DownTheRoot #DTR #DTRFest2026 #Community #Passion

Rising Pittsburgh artist @needevrystak makes his return to the DTR Stage for DTR Fest 2026, making initial waves at prior DTR Showcases, NES ALWAYS brings the energy and authenticity to the stage! Be there to see him on Saturday, July 25th! 🪵

Pittsburgh / Homestead based artist @tonyweedzs is set to not only make his DTR Debut, but his local debut as well! 👀 Fusing a mix of his known sound and local sounds, Tony is set to make waves during his first ever DTR set! 💛

Rising Pittsburgh artist @maacsdead makes his exciting return to the DTR Stage after taking a short hiatus, showcasing new music under a new alias, Cameron is set to put on an unforgettable show! 🌲

DownTheRoot Family / Rising Pittsburgh artist @dnd_412 makes his DTR Debut at DTR Fest 2026! 🎤 Showcasing new music, himself and his journey, be there to support him on Saturday, July 25th! 🔥

DownTheRoot Family OG / Rising Pittsburgh artist @d.z1mm makes his HISTORICAL appearance at DTR Fest 2026 on Day 1, Saturday July 25th! 👀 Being around since the very beginning, Winterprince knows what DownTheRoot is all about and what DTR Fest stands for! 👑

DownTheRoot Family OG / Rising Pittsburgh artist @ybk_mase makes his great return to the DTR Stage for DTR Fest 2026! 🔥 Always making waves, Mase knows what it takes to perform at ANY festival!

DownTheRoot Family OG / Rising Pittsburgh artist @sammywitdamac returns to the stage fresh off the “Tarentum Takeover” and “R3LL0 Release” with energy! 👀 On a generational run, Sammy is making music, memories and moments everytime he touches the stage!

DonwTheRoot Family / Rising Pittsburgh artist

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We already miss show day here at DTR, Heres some of our favorite moments from our Tarentum showcase this past weekend! 🪵🎞️

Slide 1) @viennetia_ waking the crowd up with an exhilarating performance of “Stories”, an unreleased track she’s shown off before and expected soon 🎶

Slide 2) @marcobean412 in a flow state, anytime he hits the stage, it’s always a movie. “Dug Dimma Dome” solidifies as an instant Marcobean / DTR Classic after Saturday 🪵

Slide 3) @rywaite having a blast performing an unreleased track titled “Homesick” - A song focused on, well, being homesick. He noticed others in the crowd going word for word 🏡

Slide 4) Tarentum’s very own @big_nuke00 turns up the stage/show reminding the crowd where we’re ar and where we stay, The Burgh 📍

Slide 5) Buffalo/Pittsburgh Artist @__r3ll0__ sets the standard, with his performance of “GDK”, he controlled the pit and the energy within it setting up a crazy moment in the crowd 🦬

Slide 6) @x6jade gets the crowd moving with his performance of “IDGAF”, a true anthem for others who never cared about judgement and a guaranteed party hit 🎤

Slide 7) @domhunnidmane shows off his recent EP, “No Hard Feelings” with his performance of “Maneater” , A lot of the DTR family has this on repeat 🔐

Slide 8) @sammywitdamac joins us straight from @mackbros412 with an exclusive live performance of “Heartbreak and 808s”, one of the most exciting acts all night as he used no backing vocals. Sammy is a true artist 🎨

Slide 9) @heyjakex_ makes history with his second ever DTR performance, performing BR0KE B01 live, the energy is through the roof everytime. Much more to come from Jake 🔥

Slide 10) @cr33cher_official hits the stage with some of the DTR/X6 family for his live performance, no matter where we’re at, always count on Cr33cher to turn it up on a different level 🌴

Slide 11) @ybk_mase returns to the DTR Stage for an exclusive set in Tarentum. Being around since day 1, Mase knows how to always sets the tone 👑

Slide 12) @tdoughofficial makes his DTR debut with an insane set, bringing incredible energy to the event all night long!

#Pittsburgh #Community #DownTheRoot #DTR #Content

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THIS SATURDAY ➡️ TARENTUM TAKEOVER 🎶🪵

@rywaite coming by with a quick reminder, come on out THIS WEEKEND to celebrate Pittsburgh art/music properly at the “Tarentum Takeover” 💕 This event is hand crafted for fans of local music, fellow content creators/artists and overall those within the DownTheRoot family. 🪵

We’re excited to see yinz on Saturday, get your tickets fast, we’re expecting a sold out venue with this one. Link in our bio! 👀

Featured Artists:
@x6jade
@big_nuke00
@rywaite
@viennetia_
@__r3ll0__
@domhunnidmane
@cr33cher_official
@rikkimusic31
@sammywitdamac
@marcobean412
@ybk_mase
@tdoughofficial
@officiallilgmunny

Interviews Hosts:
@rywaite
@podutylive

#DownTheRoot #DTR #Pittsburgh #Passion #Community

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