Portland native Robert Richter originated the Local Roots radio show on KMUZ-FM in 2013 to actively promote music from artists around the Pacific NW.  Richter’s experience in radio started at the age of 14 as an announcer at KBPS in Portland.  A musician and songwriter for more than 20 years he continues to write, record and perform with his own music projects. 

From our first Live Series Concert in 2014 to the present Carlos has been a valued member of our team, mixing more than 400 Local Roots Live Series Concerts recorded for our radio broadcasts.  Besides running Severe Enterprises, a film and music studio in Damascus, Oregon, Carlos is also a volunteer at AFRU Gallery, an art gallery in Portland that supports local, non-traditional artists. 

Victoria "Toya" Fragoso, based in Tacoma, coordinates and hosts Local Roots events in the Puget Sound area including music showcases, concerts and seminars. Toya hosts a live talk show called “Tuesday with Toya” weekly on Instagram where she performs music in addition to interviewing local independent artists.

Hailing from the Columbia River Gorge, Megan Alder is a vocal powerhouse performing upbeat swing and Americana music. She delivers her songs with raw grit and soul. Joining Local Roots in 2023, Megan coordinates and hosts Local Roots events in the Portland area including the Songwriter Series at Ross Island Grocery & Cafe.