Meet Zay The Maker
At just 11 years old, Portland's Zay The Maker isn't a newcomer to music. Having played drums since age four, Zay reached an early milestone when he released his first album at just 10 years old. He officially introduced his sound to the world in March 2026, and the response was immediate: within months, he cultivated a dedicated local fanbase, secured venue bookings throughout the Portland metro area, and earned arena spins at the Moda Center during the NBA Playoffs alongside radio broadcasts on Jam'n 107.5 and XRAY Radio with DJ Klyph. Fusing live drum chops with West Coast slap alongside co-producer Akronym Beats, Zay represents the next generation of unfiltered Northwest talent.
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FUEL THE JOURNEY
I am 100% independent. Every dollar goes straight into the studio to fund the next mix. If you’re feelin' the vision, toss a gift in the jar. No pressure, just appreciation.
- $5 Keeps the rhythm snapping.
- $20 Helps me unlock new sounds, 808s, and digital textures in the lab.
- $50 Helps me lock in studio time to mix the next anthem.
- $100+ Funds the big-ticket gear from new kits and high-end tablets to studio monitors.