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Kanye West can't wrap his mind around the wonder that is the McDonald's french fry.

Jade West shares a special message for Black History Month.  Listen, Learn, and Snap Your Fingers to this.

TV One’s  show, “Verses and  Flow,” which is engineered by Lexus, brings poetry to life, offering viewers a rare chance to see spoken word performances…

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If you are a fan of poetry and the art form this is a must watch video. Click below and let me know what you think. Some of the language in this video may be offensive to some viewers. Please watch with caution. source

Actor Samuel L. Jackson is the epitome of cool. He’s so cool he made the comedic angst of the hit sitcom “Boy Meets World” and…

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When I heard this poem I was touched. It’s sad that parents no longer have answers to their children’s questions because life no longer makes sense. Javon Johnson performed “Cuz He’s Black” during the Semi-Finals of the National Poetry Slam for The Poetry Lounger. He took home second place.What do you think of this poem, leave comments below. Ms. […]

J.Evelyn is a Performance Poet, Educator and Spoken Word artist.  She’s amazing! I first heard this poem performed at Northern Kentucky University during our graduation and It was very moving. It really made me think about my actions and helped me to understand the saying “there’s a time and a place for everything.” Listen for yourself […]

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I love poetry. I am a writer.  Jasmine Man spoke loudly about many topics, black men, bad b**ches and fighting for your rights! Check it out.   Ms. Ebony J “The Host that does The Most” Board Operator and Technical Producer Follow me on Twitter and Instagram: @MsEbonyJ and @EbonyJShow

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According to his U.K. publisher Jamie Byng (via The Daily Swarm), Gil Scott-Heron, the celebrated poet, musician, and author, died today. He was 62 years old. Scott-Heron’s cause of death remains unknown. The influential poet and musician is often credited with being one of the progenitors of hip-hop, and is best known for the spoken-word […]

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Did you really think that Barack was going to keep one of Chicago’s finest out of the building? Contrary to reports that conservative pressure caused the White House to revoke Common’s invitation to celebrate poetry, Lonnie Rashid Lynn, Jr. took the stage to perform at the White House’s Celebration of American Poetry. Spotted @ RapRadar […]