Meet the Team

Late Lyrics is powered by a dedicated team of creatives, volunteers and community members.

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    Shrista Tyree

    Producer/Host

    Shrista is the founder of Nexxt Up Entertainment and the producer and host of Late Lyrics. She curates each event and creates a welcoming, community-driven space for artists to perform, connect, and grow.

  • A person with braided hair wearing headphones, a black shirt with red and white accents, standing at a DJ controller with one hand on the controls, in a dimly lit indoor setting.

    jacob "Coldle'roy" Austin

    DJ

    DJ Coldle’Roy with Black Pioneers is the official event DJ for Late Lyrics, providing the soundtrack for each night and supporting live performances with seamless, high-energy sets.

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    Rigo Morales

    Photographer

    Rigo documents Late Lyrics events through live performance photography, artist moments, and crowd shots that capture the energy of the night.

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    DIONDRE COLLINS

    Film Director

    Diondre Collins with Collective Films provides professional video coverage for Late Lyrics events, capturing performances, highlights, and behind-the-scenes moments.

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    Tasha Lianne

    Event Support Volunteer

    Tasha assists with artist sign-ups, music submissions, and general questions during Late Lyrics events.

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    Jessie Brown

    Event Support Volunteer

    Jessie assists with artist sign-ups, music submissions, and general questions during Late Lyrics events.

Community Partners & Sponsors

Late Lyrics is proud to be supported by organizations, media platforms, and community partners who help uplift the local hip hop and creative scene.

  • Late Lyrics is proud to be a 2026 Community Cultural Participation Grant recipient, in partnership with the Multnomah County Cultural Coalition and the Oregon Cultural Trust.

    Together, these organizations support arts and cultural programs that increase access, uplift underrepresented voices, and strengthen community connection through creative expression.

    MCCC Facebook & Instagram

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    musicportland.org | Instagram

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    Linktree | Instagram

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    getpdxradio.com | Linktree

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    spin503.com | Linktree

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    Instagram

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    Instagram | Facebook

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    laceduppdx.com | Instagram

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