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General faq
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Late Lyrics is a hip hop and R&B open mic and creative ecosystem that provides a stage for independent artists to perform, connect, and access a resource directory to help support their creative and professional growth.
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Late Lyrics is a monthly recurring event from 8:30 PM -10:30 PM. Every Last Thursday.
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Prices varie.
General admission:
$10 at Door | $5 Online
Supporting Musicians (or not selected):
$5 at Door
Performers:
FREE
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North Mississippi Avenue — Portland, OR
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Doors/Sign Ups at 8PM. Mic starts at 8:30PM.
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Our 2026 season runs monthly from May–October. Future seasons may vary in schedule and frequency. Monthly, Last thursdays
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No. Everyone is welcome to attend.
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Yes. Hip Hop and R&B is the foundation and core of Late Lyrics. Pop, Soul, Jazz, and Funk are welcome. All other genres are not accepted at this time.
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Yes. All levels welcome.
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21+ after 9 PM.
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Yes. Late Lyrics is committed to accessibility, and all venues are ADA-compliant and wheelchair accessible.
If you have specific accessibility needs, please contact us ahead of time at info@latelyrics.com
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Personal photos and short clips are welcome.
Media teams or anyone planning to film full performances or event coverage must receive approval in advance, out of respect for our official event photography and videography and to ensure we can collaborate and make space for everyone.
contact us at info@latelyrics.com
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Selected performers are welcome to sell their merch. If you are not a performer, merch sales are not permitted unless you apply for and are approved as a vendor.
Vendor spots are available for artists and businesses and must be submitted in advance. Vendor submissions are not guaranteed.
Click here for more info: Vendor Inquiry
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Late Lyrics is all about good energy, real hip hop, R&B and community love.
Think street-level, authentic, creative, and uplifting — a place to connect, collab, and vibe with your people.
PERFORMER FAQ
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Yes — all selected performers receive complimentary entry to the event, whether signing up in advance or at the door.
Advance Sign-Ups:
Your name will be placed on the guest list at the door.
Door Sign-Ups:
Sign up at the door (if space is available) and receive free entry upon selection.
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No — free entry is reserved for selected performers.
However, we offer discounted entry:
– $10 general admission
– $5 for supporting musicians (whether performing or not)
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15 slots total. There are 10 Advanced sign up slots available and 5 door sign up slots available.
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Time slots are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.
Kick Off: 8:30–9:00 PM
Prime Time: 9:00–9:30 PM
Late Lyrics: 9:30–10:30 PM
Slots Available: 15 total — 8 advanced, 7 door.
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Sign Ups start at 8 PM
( Note: online sign ups must show up still to claim a time slot)
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No. Open mic performers do not receive individual soundchecks.
All microphones and sound are fully tested prior to the event to ensure everything is functioning properly.
Soundcheck is reserved for selected special guest performers only.
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Selected performers are announced on the 15th of each month.
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Yes, If you are selected through the online sign-up, your performance slot is reserved. However, you must check in between 8-8:10 PM (doors) to secure your time slot.
Failure to check in by 8:10 PM, will result in your slot being released to in-person (door) sign-ups.
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Online sign-ups must arrive by 8:10 PM to check in to secure a slot. After that, their guaranteed slot is released to in-person sign-ups if slots are available.
If you believe you will arrive before showtime (8:30pm), we can secure your slot. you can contact us by email at info@latelyrics.com to make changes. You MUST contact us before 8PM.
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When you arrive, there will be a DOOR sign-up list at the entrance with door person, with available time slots.
Put your name down for any open slot. Slots are first-come, first-served.
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Each performer may perform up to 2 songs, with a max song limit of 3:30 mins.
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No. Performers are limited to two songs unless space allows.
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No. You may only submit 2 MP3s maximum.
(this allows everyone a chance to perform)
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No. 2 Mp3’s only. NO WAVS, google drive links, youtube links, etc.
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Yes. ‘
1 Performance Video — $15
2 Performance Videos — $25
Captured by our in-house videographer.
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Yes.
📸 Photo Coverage
3–5 photos — $15
Captured by our in-house photographer.