late lyrics faq’s

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General faq

  • Late Lyrics is a hip hop and R&B open mic and artist resource platform that provides a stage for independent artists to perform, connect, and access resources that support their creative and professional growth.

  • Late Lyrics is a monthly recurring event from 8:30 PM -10:30 PM. Last Thursdays, generally.

    Upcoming Dates:

    • May 28th

    • June 25th

    • July 30th

  • Atlantis Lounge

    North Mississippi Avenue — Portland, OR

  • Doors/Sign Ups at 8PM. Mic starts at 8:30PM.

  • Our 2026 season runs monthly from May–October. Future seasons may vary in schedule and frequency.

  • No. Everyone is welcome to attend.

  • Yes. Hip hop is the foundation and core of Late Lyrics. R&B performances are welcome. All other genres are not accepted at this time.

  • Yes. All levels welcome.

  • Prices varie.

    • $0 – Selected performers

    • $5 – Non-selected performers & musicians

    • $5/$10 – General admission (Online vs Door)

  • Yes. Late Lyrics is a 21+ event. Valid government-issued ID is required to enter Atlantis lounge event space

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • Yes. All selected performers receive free door entry to the show.

    Online Sign Ups: there name will be on the list at the door.

    Door Sign Ups: Sign Up at door if there is availability and will receive free door entry

  • Sign Ups start at 8 PM

    ( Note: online sign ups must show up still to claim a time slot)

  • 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.

  • No. But you do get a discounted door price. Non-selected performers and supporting musicians pay $5 at the door.

    (general admission is $10)

  • If you are selected through the online sign-up, your performance slot is reserved. However, you must check in by 8:05 PM to secure your time slot.

    Failure to check in by 8:05 PM will result in your slot being released to in-person (door) sign-ups.

  • Online sign-ups have until 8:05 PM to check in. After that, their guaranteed slot is released to in-person sign-ups if slots are available.

  • When you arrive, there will be a sign-up list at the door with available time slots.

    Put your name down for any open slot. Slots are first-come, first-served.

  • Selected performers are announced 2 days before the event.

  • 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: 20 total — 10 online, 10 door sign-ups.

  • Each performer may perform up to 2 songs, with a maximum of 4 minutes per song.

    Total set time: 8 minutes.

  • No. Performers are limited to two songs unless space allows.

  • No. You may only submit 2 MP3s maximum.

  • Yes. You may submit a single mix of up to 7 mins.

  • No, but video of your set is available for purchase by our event videographer

    Late Lyrics Exclusive Only Price: $25 for 1 song or $40 for 2.

    contact us for more info: info@latelyrics.com

  • No, but photos of your set are available for purchase by our event photographer

    Late Lyrics Exclusive Only Price: $25 for 5 edited photos.

    contact us for more info: info@latelyrics.com

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