Nastia Voynovskaya, an editor and reporter for KQED Arts, talks about the vibrant Bay Area music scene along with Pendarvis 'Pen' Harshaw, a columnist who shares insights on local artists. They reveal the highlights from the Best Bay Area Albums of 2025, with Jamel Griot, a hip-hop and soul artist, performing live tracks from his deeply personal album, Sincerely Jamel. Discussions include trends in music, the impact of AI, and local anthems gaining fame, making for an engaging exploration of diverse musical influences.