Ryan Porter is a Los Angeles–based trombonist, composer, and key member of the West Coast Get Down collective. Known for his rich, soulful tone and genre-blending approach, Porter draws inspiration from jazz’s golden era while infusing elements of hip-hop, funk, and spiritual groove. A longtime collaborator with Kamasi Washington, he has contributed to landmark projects like *The Epic* and released acclaimed solo albums including *The Optimist* and *Force for Good*, earning recognition for his uplifting, community-centered vision of modern jazz.