Mutumbo’s Sweet Memories
Spoken word / poetry has stuttered across the continent, going through ebbs and flows as poets grapple to build platforms and garner the kind of support necessary to sustain a life dedicated to the...
View ArticlePerformance Poetry vs Spoken Word
In response to my post inviting requests for blog posts on specific topics, I was asked to share my thoughts on ‘performance poetry vs spoken word’. It has been a while since I was involved in the...
View ArticlePoem: Shane Koyczan – To This Day Project
A friend tweeted me a poem. The tweet said, “You’re into spoken word. How’s this for art.” I’d never heard of Shane Koyczan until the moment I pressed play, and I am better for it. When someone uses...
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The Artist Known As Saul Williams
Saul Williams. His influence as a poet permeated the Joburg scene following the release of the film Slam. Many a young poet found voice out of his unwavering desire to share his voice. The power of his...
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