Get Down with the Pres and HthaDreamer

Saint Paul’s next generation of musicians are already making noise.On this episode of So Saint Paul, host Katey DeCelle sits down with Pres and HthaDreamer, two 21-year-old artists who’ve spent the past three years growing their sound, confidence and creativity through the St. Paul Get Down youth music program.They talk about sharpening their lyrics, experimenting with new genres, learning from mentors, hitting the stage at summer shows, and what happens when young artists are given a real space to create. H also shares how he’s taking things to the next level by organizing his own concert, Dream Wave.And, of course, there’s music. Hear HthaDreamer’s “Soul Food” and “OKAY,” plus Prez’s “Only Girl,” along with the stories behind their stage names and where you can hear more.Plus, get the scoop on the St. Paul Get Down finale at Raspberry Island, a free, all-day celebration with live music, headliners, surprises, food trucks and more.Turn it up. Saint Paul’s young artists have something to say.