Joseph James

Joseph James (n8vboy) is a DJ, producer, and artist from the Yakama Nation Reservation. His music blends hard-hitting percussion, atmospheric textures, and melodic elements with personal storytelling, drawing influence from both his Native roots and a wide spectrum of contemporary sounds. Known for pushing boundaries within electronic music, his work often defies easy categorization, instead prioritizing feeling, rhythm, and a sense of place.  

Entirely self-taught, Joseph has built his career from the ground up—producing, mixing, promoting, and performing his own work while staying deeply connected to his community. His music has been featured on Seattle’s C89.5 and he’s performed at venues across the Pacific Northwest, including a scheduled performance at Capitol Hill Block Party in 2025. Through collaboration, mentorship, and cultural representation, he continues to build a platform that not only reflects his vision, but opens the door for others to do the same.  

Whether he’s performing live, producing for other artists, or developing immersive projects that combine music, visuals, and community engagement, Joseph remains committed to creating work that’s honest, impactful, and rooted in who he is. His long-term goal is to create sustainable space for Indigenous artists in the music industry and beyond.