For [November's] Native American Heritage Month, Lyla June Johnston contributed spoken word poems to "Our America: Indigenous and Urban," an episodic visual journal of Native men and women sharing their modern-day Indigenous experience, presented by ABC Localish Studios."I wanted to be a part of 'Our America: Indigenous and Urban' because I could tell the producers … Continue reading Spotlight on Indigenous spoken word artist, musician and scholar Lyla June (via ABC7)
Additional Info: Def Poetry Jam presents... Pat's Justice- "Innocent Criminal" Information courtesy, YouTube
CONGRATULATIONS, J. IVY! We are so proud of you! Barack Obama, LeVar Burton and Dave Chappelle are among the nominees for Best Spoken Word Album at the 64th annual Grammy Awards, which were announced this morning. Also up for the prize are 10-time Emmy nominee Don Cheadle and poet/hip hop artist J. Ivy.The nom for … Continue reading Grammys: Barack Obama, LeVar Burton & Dave Chappelle Among Spoken-Word Nominees (via Deadline)
Additional Info: Poem starts at 45 seconds Brandon Leake performing his poem, "Friends" Information courtesy, YouTube
More than three decades after scribbling his first poem as a teenager in the mountains of northern China, Chen Nianxi is living a literary dream. He has published two critically acclaimed books. He hobnobs with intellectuals around banquet tables. He tours the country promoting his writing, flitting between book fairs and university lecture halls.Still, he … Continue reading Deep Underground, a Chinese Miner Discovered Poetry in the Toil (via NY Times)
The Your Voice section of The Poet's List showcases articles and blog posts written by poets. These pieces may or not be about poetry. Most often, they are on topics with which the poet finds passion. You can find more of these posts, here: Your Voice. Jim Gallagher rose from his chair, wincing in pain, … Continue reading Your Voice: Ofole Mgbako – A Doctor, A Patient, and Their Poetry | (via The New Yorker)
Additional Info: About Button: Button Poetry is committed to developing a coherent and effective system of production, distribution, promotion and fundraising for spoken word and performance poetry. Information courtesy, YouTube
Join us for another round of poetry recommendations, this time in celebration of the rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and contributions of Native people. Follow these poets over water, land, and ice, through dreams and histories, as they examine language, loss, violence, revolution, resilience, and home. Horsefly Dress by Heather CahoonWe convey meaning through language. We describe landscapes, … Continue reading Sixteen Poetry Recommendations for National Native American Heritage Month (via Orion Magazine)
Additional Info: About Button: Button Poetry is committed to developing a coherent and effective system of production, distribution, promotion and fundraising for spoken word and performance poetry. Poem starts at :54 second mark. Information courtesy, YouTube
90-Card Game Offers Solo and Multi-Play; Now Available for Pre-Order CHARLOTTE, NC—November 9, 2021—Today, The Poet’s List announces the debut of WordPit, a card game catering to poets and writing enthusiasts. Serving as the organization’s first official game, the deck is more than just an exciting venture. It is an innovative and fresh approach to … Continue reading THE POET’S LIST DEBUTS POETRY CARD GAME, WORDPIT
