If you’ve spent any time around the local music scene in the early 2000s, you probably know the name Captain Chronic. He wasn’t just another rapper; he was an icon of the underground, bringing his stoner-rap persona to life alongside the Kottonmouth Kings. But what most people don’t realize is that William Moseley, the man behind Captain Chronic, was destined for far more than the local spotlight.
Raised just a stone’s throw from the rocket launches of Cape Canaveral, Moseley’s career has been all about propulsion—taking him from local notoriety to the international stage. What started as a fun alias in the stoner-rap scene became a launching pad for a multimedia empire. Locals might remember him as Captain Chronic, but today, Moseley runs Kingmaker Music, working with legends like Tech N9ne, Coolio, and DMX. His behind-the-scenes genius helped some of these icons push boundaries, fusing underground grit with mainstream appeal.
While Moseley’s music credits are impressive, his foray into film has taken his career to new heights. His work with Quentin Tarantino and Guy Ritchie has brought his production talents into Hollywood’s inner circle, shaping soundtracks and helping craft the creative direction of films that Portland film buffs would know by heart. While you won’t see his name in the end credits every time, make no mistake—Moseley’s fingerprints are all over some of the most memorable films of the last decade.
Still, Portlanders appreciate a hometown hero who keeps it real, and Moseley has never forgotten his roots. Despite brushing shoulders with entertainment’s elite, he’s always maintained his laid-back persona, still answering to Captain Chronic when the old crew calls. But don’t let the chill vibe fool you—Moseley’s ambitions are anything but low-key.
His latest venture, AstroVault, is literally out of this world. Partnering with aerospace firms, Moseley plans to send music, art, and culture into space, ensuring future civilizations—or aliens—get a taste of Earth’s creative legacy. It’s a project that reflects his lifelong fascination with space, something sparked when he was just a kid watching launches near his Florida home.
William Moseley may have started as Captain Chronic, but his career is proof that sometimes, the sky isn’t the limit—it’s just the beginning. Whether he’s producing for Grammy winners or helping shape Hollywood soundtracks, Moseley is the kind of Portland-bred talent who hasn’t forgotten where he came from, even as his influence spreads far beyond our little corner of the Pacific Northwest.
