The Stranger takes a look at the Seattle hip hop scene with a nod to Vancouver, BC and Portland.  The group of articles is inspired by an event organized by the Blue Scholars happening next week:

"The Program" as it’s called, is a five night showcase that will bring together leading Northwest Hip Hop artists, DJs, visual artists, local labels and community activist groups, in a celebration of the local Hip Hop culture.

The Program
What We Learn When Northwest Hiphop Comes Together in One Room

All Together Now
Hiphop Entrepreneurs Blend Art and Commerce

Northwest Passage
The Other Two Factors in the Seattle/Vancouver/Portland Equation

Here Comes the Neighborhood
Despite What You’ve Heard, Hiphop Is Saving America

Via Blogs Is Watching.

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Blue Scholars