Poem: “Gutter Ball” by Erin Chapman
TONIGHT Detroit-area poet Erin Knowles Chapman steps to the microphone with a stellar performance of her own poem, “Gutter Ball.” Is it just about bowling? Take a listen. (Public domain spin art by “Kungfuman.”)
Tag: New Pop Lit
Poem: “Like Denver or Wherever” by Brian Eckert
“Pioneers came west–” TODAY we have spoken word from Brian Eckert, one of the best new writers on the scene. Brian normally writes fiction– we have a terrific story of his upcoming– but he also writes striking poetry. In this case, a poem with words which provoke visual images– of Denver, and “western sky.” “Drive […]
Video: Philly Poet Frank D. Walsh Live!
TODAY we have rare video of Philadelphia underground poetry legend Frank D. Walsh in a “Poets Beat Mines” performance (mines, not mimes) from approximately 12/17/2009. The venue is likely The Irish Times saloon at 2nd and Bainbridge in Philadelphia. Frank is accompanied by Miss Blake on mandolin, who reads some verse herself. This was in […]
Poems: “A Considerate Person” by Dan Nielsen
Dan Nielsen is BACK! Gracing us with more of his unique word-Picasso art. Take a listen.
Spoken Word: Damian Rucci Live!
TODAY we feature one of the best spoken word performers in America, Damian Rucci, recorded LIVE on August 9, 2017 at Barron Arts Center in Woodbridge, New Jersey, performing “Everyone’s A Moderate Except When They’re Not.” Thanks to Damian for letting us post this.
New Pop Lit Open Mic 