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Artist: Raw BHe/Him/His

Artistic Discipline: Music
Location: Spokane, WA

MR. SLETNER: THE MUSICAL ANOMALY FROM THE PNW
A WASHINGTON HIP-HOP AND ELECTRONIC MUSICIAN, ARTIST, AND PRODUCER FUSING ORIGINALITY, INTELLECT, HUMOR, AND UNAPOLOGETIC HONESTY
Mr. Sletner, also known as Raw B, defies the ordinary artist. For nearly three decades, he’s been a dynamic presence in the Pacific Northwest’s (PNW) music scene, serving as a Washington hip-hop and electronic musician, artist, producer, DJ, emcee, and performer. With a profound musical background, he effortlessly bridges the worlds of hip-hop and electronic music, earning a devoted following and staying at the forefront of musical innovation.

Remarkably, Mr. Sletner has independently distributed and sold over 250,000 copies of his solo works, a testament to his unwavering determination. He’s achieved notoriety in respected music groups like Massive Verbal Assault, DPS, The Boxcutters, and the III Kings, winning first place at the “Northwest Sound-off, Battle of the Bands” with the III Kings within a year of formation.

Over the years, Mr. Sletner has graced thousands of stages and opened for renowned musicians like LL Cool J, Sevendust, Tech 9, Devin the Dude, and many more. His distinguishing feature is his intelligent and witty lyricism, setting him apart. His music evokes dance, laughter, tears, and contemplation, often within a single track.

As a modern-day virtuoso and unique anomaly in hip-hop, Mr. Sletner consistently pushes musical boundaries. With nearly three decades of experience, he embodies the enduring power of artistic evolution, weaving a tapestry of rich experiences, life lessons, and a perspective blending humor, intellect, and wisdom. He’s an icon of the PNW’s hip-hop and electronic music culture, infusing authenticity while exploring musical frontiers.