In this interview, producer Yvette Rollins joins KGNU’s Indra Raj to talk about the upcoming Melanin Funk Festival 2025, taking place on Friday, September 12th in downtown Boulder. Rollins shares how the festival began three years ago as her “love letter” to Boulder, highlighting community, music, and culture. This year’s event will feature DJ Barry, SSI and the Fafa Family, and hip-hop duo The Reminders, creating a vibrant block party atmosphere reminiscent of New York–style community gatherings. Rollins emphasizes the festival’s role in celebrating BIPOC voices and talent on the Front Range while being open and welcoming to all ages.
