As avid-lovers of poetry, we here at Spoken Word New York try to make it a point to go out and find the hottest poets in NY. Jamica Hardwick or “this-little-poet-that-could”, as once described by a close friend of hers, is whom we believe to be one of NYC’s Hottest Poets. Best described, Jamica Hardwick [...] [...more]
Vibe Magazine Presents “Verbal Stimulation”, a Spoken Word showcase, hosted by well-acclaimed Poet/Artist Mahogany L. Browne. Vibe Magazine’s “Verbal Stimulation” will be a Spoken Word showcase held at Hell’s Kitchen Lounge, Tuesday, September 27, 2011 in Manhattan. Vibe Magazine’s “Verbal Stimulation” is a recurring showcase of poets, storytellers, singers, lyricists, and MCs. “Verbal Stimulation” is [...] [...more]
The Inspired Word, created by Mike Geffner, is easily one of the premier destinations for spoken word poetry in New York City. When it comes to spoken word poetry, an event is an end result. When you arrive at the location and watch each author perform their piece, you are seeing the transparent result of [...] [...more]
Jamica Spits “The D.L.” @ Estrogen “It’s not about the homosexuality, it’s the deception. If you are on “The DL,” just come out…fix it…it’s causing problems!” – Jamica …Truth Speaks Louder Than Lies Favorite line from the piece – “You disrobe me of trust, leaving me to quiver, yet you wonder why I’m so cold-hearted [...] [...more]
Spoken Word Artist – Ibrahim “P.O.E.T” Siddiq @ The Afrikan Poetry Theatre Show Off Entertainment Presents – P.O.E.T @ The Afrikan Poetry Theatre Poet, of the Spoken Word Poetry group Urban Voices Heard(UVH), spits “If I Was A Poet” and “Poetic Assault” from his CD dropped in February titled, “Spoken World” plus a new piece [...] [...more]
Michael Geffner Presents – The Inspired Word – Passionate Readings of Poetry & Prose @ One and One Bar & Restaurant and (Le) Poisson Rouge in NYC The Inspired Word Poetry & Prose will be your spot for LIVE Spoken Word Poetry & Prose from some of the HOTTEST performers in New York and the [...] [...more]
Denny Moe’s Superstar Barbershop Presents the 2010 – Free Spoken Word – Cutting for a Cure – Talent Show Cutting for A Cure is a 48-hour hair cutting marathon to bring awareness to disparities in health services to urban communities. Cutting for A Cure – Talent Auditions Sunday June 6, 2010 1PM-5PM Cutting for A [...] [...more]
Spoken Word Artists El Grito De Poetas of NYC will be putting on a Spoken Word Poetry fund-raising event for AIDS Awareness. Celebrating their 5th year as a group and as AIDS Awareness advocates, these Spoken Word Poets have dedicated themselves to giving back to their community. Spoken Word New York proudly supports El Grito [...] [...more]
HipHopGlobal.com has collaborated with Karma Lounge in Manhattan to bring you the HOTTEST Hip Hop artists, R&B & Rap – as well as Spoken Word Poetry. Hip Hop Global regularly features Spoken Word artists, Singers, Stand-Up Comedy routines and Rappers. Artists must submit their bio, picture and sample song to be considered for the showcase [...] [...more]
Urban Voices Heard(UVH) Presents – Write Out Loud! Hosted by Legendary Host & Educator, John “Chance” Acevedo of El Grito De Poetas Spoken Word Poetry – Open Mic & Showcase @ Z’novia Restaurant – Southern Cuisine 888 B. Grand Concourse 161 St. Bronx, NY 10451 every 2nd Saturday of the month - beginning May 8th, [...] [...more]
Brooklyn born author Justinah McFadden is taking her poetry writing career by storm. Not only has she released four books and more poems than you can count–she is now diving into the world of novelist. The four time author is releasing her first novel in 2010 titled, “The Thirteenth Day.” The book is set in [...] [...more]
Founded in 1973 by writer and poet Miguel Algarin, The NuyoRican Poets Café has been a home away from home for some of NYC’s hottest Poetry Spoken Word. But poetry spoken word isn’t the only art form that canvas’ this legendary place. You can find art of all art of all kinds at the NuyoRican [...] [...more]
Spoken Word New York got a chance to chat with one of the HOTTEST poets in NYC. If you don’t know the “Rain Maker” – the talented man who has the ability to bring out the real of poetry; who inspires and creates enlightenment; whose words creep inside your mind and play peek-a-boo with your [...] [...more]
Since meeting the lovely Latanya DeVaughn, founder of Urban Voices Heard(UVH), we have found a new respect for Spoken Word Poetry groups. It seems hard enough to find gigs for just one poet these days, but this young woman manages to organize and find opportunities for her whole group to go out and do what [...] [...more]
The following is the first part of a two part interview that I did with Abraham “Honest Abe” Benjamin. In this part, I focus on getting to know him, how he got started in poetry and what some of his inspirations were at that time. Since I have seen him perform on several occasions, I [...] [...more]
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