Gus is a producer and reporter covering arts, culture, sports and politics.

Gus got into journalism by covering the hip-hop scene in Lansing, Ann Arbor and Detroit. Raised on public radio, Gus enjoys talking about the intersection of music, sports, politics and popular culture. Some of Gus’ favorite activities are cooking, spending time in Northern Michigan and taking road trips. A graduate of Michigan State University, he’s always ready to talk about Spartan basketball.

15 Years Later, Miz Korona Looks Back On Her Role In “8 Mile”

Photo Courtesy of the Artist Detroit rapper Miz Korona first made a name for herself coming up in Detroit’s ultra-competitive...

On New Album Shigeto Focuses On Individual Tracks

  Kristin Adamczyk When he started releasing electronic music, Detroit-based producer Shigeto quickly became known for using parts of hip...

Detroit Rapper L.A.Z. Goes Solo

Photo Courtesy of the Artist Detroit rapper L.A.Z. first made a name for himself as a member of Clear Soul...

Waajeed Keeps Artistry Moving Forward

Photo Courtesy of the Artist Using infectious four-on-the-floor rhythms and uplifting chord progressions, Detroit producer Waajeed has been making heads...

After NPR Tiny Desk Concert, Tank and the Bangas Set Sights on Detroit

Photo by Gus Bennett courtesy of the artist. New Orleans band, Tank and the Bangas, has been gaining national momentum...

Nolan The Ninja Discusses His Upcoming Album

Gus Navarro/WDET Over the last five years rapper and producer Nolan The Ninja has been gaining momentum in Detroit and...

The Music Behind The DIA D-Cyphered Exhibition

Red Bull Radio The “D-Cyphered: Portraits by Jenny Risher” photo exhibit opened last week at the DIA. The gallery traces...