#The Thesis Feat. Slick Devious, The Good Sin & La

We couldn't keep it quiet for long... As WOHM & KPSU's monthly hip-hop showcase The THESIS continues to cement itself as a staple of the Portland rap scene, it was only a matter of time until we started expanding. Same place, same time, same vibes; we promise. But hey, let's take this regional. Slick Devious is an unassuming yet sharp and reckless Portland rap artist well known for his witty, high energy rhymes and a great live show. His recent collaborative efforts have garnered significant attention; Paint Soup with Grape God, the Lightly Salted EP with Milc, and a handful of joints with respected lyricists such as Mat Randol and Maze Koroma have demonstrated his range and form while increasing his visibility. (SlickDevious.com) For the first time ever, Seattle artists will participate in The THESIS as well. The Good Sin recently returned to the NW after a year in NYC. A soulful rapper with a bellowing voice, Sin offers a sharp yet smooth contrast to run-of-the-mill hip-hop, bringing a high level of musicality to his intimate and focused sets. His latest project, Life Before, as well as his others can be found at TheGoodSin.com. LA (Language Arts) is one of Seattle's premiere lyricists. Written or off the dome, there are few that can match his bar-for-bar potency and machine gun flow. Your favorite rapper's lowkey favorite rapper has been scorching the underground for years and made some waves with a flame feature on Barkada's album, The Bar. (la206.bandcamp.com)