Ashlyn Jada Koh has spent the past decade working across the WA music industry as a performer, artist manager, programmer, and tour manager. She is the founder of First Block Sounds, a West Kimberley music development initiative supporting regional artists through mentoring, workshops, professional development, and industry connections.

Through First Block Sounds, Ashlyn has delivered community programs including Women in Music and Women in the Arts in Mowanjum, creating spaces for creativity, songwriting, self expression, and connection. She also co runs Sad Cowgirl Tours, an arts based production business working across music, touring, and community events.

Ashlyn has worked with WAM as a New Noise Facilitator, delivering workshops focused on music, mental health, and community wellbeing. Her career has included managing and touring Australian bands, performing at SXSW and Music Matters, and contributing to industry panels through MusicNSW and WAMCon. She has also worked with The Seed Fund and continues to build pathways for regional artists and strengthen connections between remote and metropolitan music communities.