Comments on: Lewd, Loud, and Proud: Dudes Who Slam Poetry

By: Writing Forward

Writing Forward — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:26:57 +0000

[...] in June you met the lewd, loud, and proud dudes of slam poetry. Now meet one gal who could take them all [...]

By: Melissa Donovan

Melissa Donovan — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 19:20:09 +0000

Hi Will! Mongo definitely had a huge hand in exposing me to slam poetry and now I’m hooked! It’s definitely something I want to explore in greater depth — especially next month. I see you’ve got one of my favorites featured on your site (Like Lilly Like Wilson). Right on!

By: Will Brown

Will Brown — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 16:19:20 +0000

Thanks for spreading the love about Slam Poetry. The exposure for these talented poets have increased dramatically over the last couple of years. I’d like to think primarily because of Mongo. He has done more for poetry on the web than any other person or site that I can think of.

FYI, I found this post by doing search for poetry slam over at Twitter.

Thanks again!
Will

Will Browns last blog post..Cloudy Day Art #85 – Poetry for the Young Generation

By: Melissa Donovan

Melissa Donovan — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 18:35:14 +0000

@Amy, That’s what I figured. A few people I know have been saying the iPhone is getting bad reviews so I’m always looking for feedback from real people who have one. Thanks! It’s still on my wish list

@Greer, I also want to make the PC –> Mac switch. I’m hoping to do that next year and it’s a relief to hear it wasn’t too difficult. I’m a little nervous about it! Regarding slam poetry, I’m hoping to squeeze in a little Def Jam before next month (I’ve never watched it before) since that show is a huge contributor to the popularity of slam.

@Karen, We like many of the same poets though I’m still on the fence about Frost. LOVE Maya and EE (and so many more) but slam certainly adds a new (old) twist to enjoying poetry. I think it goes down easier when you hear it as opposed to reading it

By: Karen Swim

Karen Swim — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 13:46:44 +0000

Melissa, I have always loved poetry but spoken word opened up an entirely different experience for me. In the late 80's before Starbucks was everywhere I went to a brand new coffee shop to watch my friend perform spoken word and I was hooked. It satiated my Kerouac loving soul with artistry wrapped in hip hop. I love Def Poetry Jam and find myself laughing, nodding and sometimes tearing up as these poets drop knowledge. I still love Maya, Langston, Pablo, Frost, EE and so many more but spoken word and slam poetry moves my soul in a different way. Thank you so much for sharing! Karen Swims last blog post..Karen Swim for President?

By: Greer

Greer — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 22:00:18 +0000

I want an iPhone too, I have ever since they came out. Then earlier this year I had to get a new computer and, after being a lifelong PC girl, I went with the MacBook and now I am totally pro-Apple… I cannot believe the love I feel for my computer.

Mmmm, oh yes, we were talking about slam poetry. I’m so excited that you are going to highlight it next month! I want to learn more about it but since I am already struggling with traditional poetry I didn’t know how I was going to fit it in .

Greers last blog post..#@!% Wordsworth

By: Amy

Amy — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 18:34:13 +0000

Melissa – I ADORE my iphone. My only complaint is that it’s very addicting. But my OCD isn’t really the iphone’s fault. I have had mine since late last year. I visit blogs on it, write blogs on it, respond to comments on it. It’s awesome. All my music is on it. There is really nothing bad about it. It’s the best phone I’ve ever had — great reception — although I use it more for email/internet. It’s like having a tiny laptop.

Amys last blog post..Aim for the Middle: a Lesson in Professional Life and Potty Training

By: Melissa Donovan

Melissa Donovan — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 18:25:58 +0000

@Amy, Aw, now I’m all jealous that you have an iPhone. I’d love to hear if you like it since I’ve gotten some pretty mixed reviews — but I really want one. I’m just not sure if it’s any good.

@Ellen, Rich juicy indeed! Hahehee.

@Greer, It’s easy to fall for Taylor; he’s such an incredible artist. There are tons of other captivating poets on IndieFeed and I’ll be talking more about slam poetry next month (it’ll be the spotlight topic).

By: Greer

Greer — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 03:48:04 +0000

Hi Melissa, This is just wonderful. You've opened up a whole new world for me. I know you've given the IndieFeed link before but it's really nice to know your favorites and why you like them. I'm already head over heels for Taylor! Thank you so much. Greers last blog post..Contrast Podcast- Hot! Hot! Hot!

By: Ellen Wilson

Ellen Wilson — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 21:00:18 +0000

Melissa, I forgot to add that yes, poetry is an oral tradition and is meant to be performed like Jamie Grove said. That whole idea makes it seem ancient and mystical. It makes dry words spill with rich juicy. Sexy! Ellen Wilsons last blog post..Brevity is Best for Blogs

By: Amy

Amy — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 18:40:23 +0000

Melissa – thanks for the myspace link. I do have two of her albums downloaded to my iphone. Blue Blanket is one. I will have to check out her myspace. She also has a website, andreagibson.org, which has links to some videos. That’s how I found her I think.

Amys last blog post..Keyword Analysis: Can’t Do Without These Gems

By: Melissa Donovan

Melissa Donovan — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 18:36:19 +0000

@Wendi, I’ll let the poets themselves take credit for bringing James around and James gets credit too — for being a Suess and Milne fan

What is it with writers and shyness anyway?

@Ellen, Yep, Taylor Mali is fantastic and these slam poets are very serious about what they’re doing. As much as I love the humorous pieces there are just as many that will make you sad, angry, or just contemplative. Good stuff.

@Deb (gscottage), They remind me of the Beats too. Now if only I could learn to take on another persona so that I could perform but the only way I ever get up in front of a crowd is if I’m dancing. Someone once suggested I sign up with Toastmasters. That could be an option…

@Amy, Yes, I’ve heard of Andrea Gibson! I’m not overly familiar with her but she has been featured on IndieFeed several times. I have a poem by Andrea called Blue Blanket. She also has a MySpace page where you can listen to her read: http://www.myspace.com/andreagibson.