Shakari Linder, aka. TRAKGIRL, is a music producer and songwriter who grew up surrounded by her family of musicians. As a teenager, she worked at McDonalds to buy her very own MPD16 and gateway computer. TRAKGIRL puts a great amount of time into creating her tracks. Her methodology of not speeding through a track, but rather indulging and taking time with it, helps it be its best. She believes that it is extremely important to create an immersive experience for listeners, and she emphasizes the need for building relationships with other female producers.

Special Accomplishments: 

• Creator of PAYUSTODAY, that advocates for producers and creatives to get the credit and pay they deserve.

• She is a public speaker and influencer for women in music technology. She has collaborated with companies like BET and Spotify to support and empower women in music.