RESPECT THE MIC! H2 at "Lyrical Exercise" - Open Mic | October 9th

Do you remember the Hard Knock Life Tour DVD, Backstage from 2001? Do you remember the brother who free styled with the biggest MCs at the end with Jay-Z and DMX watching? No one knew his name. For those of us that remember the guy in the suit, his freestyle was a stunning class act. His name is H2. You might know him as Brother Hashim; and he epitomizes the unsung hero’s of Hip Hop. Check out the video:

Saturday, October 9th at Steppin Up Beauty & Barber, Memphizm welcomes "H2" - Hashim Hakim, to Lyrical Exercise!

For the last 10 years, H2 has been taking the spoken word scene to another level!  H2 blends his demonstrated knowledge of street culture, education, and underground hip hop and packages it effortlessly as he delivers a dominating yet charismatic flair from the stage to the minds of the audience; there is never a dull moment.

Every so often, some charismatic wordsmith dominates the scene and stands out from the competition; H2 not only runs over the competitors, but dominates in battles, performances and street sales. H2 is a self contained artist with the ability to produce, arrange and write his own material which makes him the total package to the record label that he owns; Eracism Records. He is an exhilarating recording artist, producer and songwriter and continues to rise from the hip hop underground. Hashim’s next project includes KAM, Gat Turner, Young Khan the Don, DA Smart and others. H2 is the winner of the www.jlsc.com song writing contest for R&B for 2009.

When it comes to Spoken Word and Hip Hop, H2 (Hashim Hakim) is the unexpected spectacle of events.  With romance drama and humor as his ingredients, H2 magically prepares the table for all who come to feast on a good show.

Audiences adore him. 

Poets respect him.  

Raised from the hells of Chicago, hails the prefix of life; H2 OOH!!!!!!!

Lyrical Exercise Open Mic Event - 10.9.2010 - 9PM |Steppin Up Beauty & Barber

• $10 Cover
• $5 for performing artists before 9PM
• Complimentary wine & food for all guests

Questions? Call Duran Jackson 901 289 0490

September Memphizm Poetry Slam Tonight!

Tonight make arrangements to attend the Memphizm Poetry Slam at Zodiac Restaurant & Lounge! Last month’s winner will battle a new roster of talented poets to win the September Slam title, trophy and cash prize!

Show starts at 8:30pm Sharp!
$10
Zodiac - 6135 Mt. Moriah (Peach Tree Center)
For more info 901 258 7637 or 901 289 0490 | memphizm@gmail.com

A Spectacular Memphizm Weekend!

It's really hard to describe the events that took place on Saturday & Sunday night - all I can say is that if you were not there, you missed some amazing performances, intense energy, exceptional talent, and passion for art.

"Lyrical Exercise" Open Mic - INNER CITY SOUTH

Lyrical Exercise was phenomenal! The spoken word, husband and wife duo, Inner City South brought front and center, as they always do, their southern-style of poetic expression; every performance is ALWAYS powerful and engaging. Other performances included Brother's Keeper, Hannah, 7 (Seven), Hardface, and Hashim Hakim spoken word artist from Chicago/Denver. Guests enjoyed wine, wings and words! lol Check out the videos below:

Inner City South:

Brother's Keeper:

Hannah:

Memphizm + Mudworkz = "Long Live the King" 

There are no words to completely express the performances, energy and excitement of the "Long Live the King" Michael Jackson Tribute on Sunday! The fans showed up and danced wearing glittered gloves, MJ hats, jackets, white socks and penny loafters and every performance was more than AMAZING!!!! We GREATLY appreciate everyone who showed their support and/or shared their talent with fellow MJ fans!

Memphizm teamed with Walter Andrade of Mudworkz and collaborated with talented individuals to bring this event to life. The event was hosted at Zodiac Restaurant & Lounge, and featured the art work of Walter Andrade (Mudworkz) and also art work by Jamond Bullock. Each VIP room was themed an MJ hit such as "Beat It, "Thriller", and "Off the Wall" and featured fitting art work for each room. Guests were able view and purchase these items on exhibit.

Founder of U-Dig Dance, Tarrik Moore was the host for the evening bringing "MJ energy" center stage and DJ Coop was spinning MJ hits non-stop ALL NIGHT!!!  Audria owner/photographer of Nubia Creative Images (NCI) captured this entire event, including fans/guests striking an MJ pose or wearing the 'glittered glove'. The audience witnessed a powerful poem by inspirational poet/spoken word artist, Carin Malone; incredible dance performances by Zephaniah Dixon and Hybrid Performance Group, Marico Flake - U-Dig Dance Academy, and performances by guitarist Ping Rose and violinist Jason Lurry, and an MJ impersonation/dance off by Shamar Rooks. Special shout out to the owners and staff of Zodiac Restaurant & Lounge. 

Check out the vids:

Ping Rose & Jason Lurry - Smooth Criminal:

Tarrik Moore - Founder of  U-Dig Dance Academy Memphis

Hybrid Performance Group - "Thriller"

and "Remember the Time" - U-Dig

Did you know U-Dig Dancers were featured in the video for Bad Boy recording artist Janelle Monae "Tightrope" featuring Outkasts Big Boi? They also received a "Best in Choreography" nomination from the MTV VMA's this year. Check them out in the video here . You can also find more info about U-Dig Dance Academy here

Stay tuned for more events!

This Saturday is "Lyrical Exercise" feat. INNER CITY SOUTH!!

DONT MISS!

Purchase your tickets NOW for the Michael Jackson Tribute!!

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This Saturday 9/18, come out for Lyrical Exercise, open mic featuring INNER CITY SOUTH!

This Saturday, 9/18 at Steppin Up Beauty & Barber (4565 Quince Rd) Memphizm hosts "Lyrical Exercise". This is an open mic event featuring INNER CITY SOUTH!

Inner City South (ICS)-a dynamic spoken word and performance art duo who share more than just the love of poetry. Comprised of the husband and wife team Ms. Dee-Lite, a stiletto wearing Diva and feminist whose straight forward style demands the respect of the stage and T-Remedi, an artist and visionary who is a masterful story teller with captivating word play that focuses on change, they both strive to display community, love and unity in their marriage and to the masses.

Come to perform or just listen, either way relax and unwind from the work week with spoken word and art.

Show starts at 9PM - $10 cover.

Enjoy complimentary wine and food items.

www.memphizm.blogspot.com for info call 901 289 0490

Memphizm has September covered!

Check out the following September Memphizm events: 

September 18th / Lyrical Exercise featuring Inner City South / Steppin Up Beauty & Barber 4565 Quince Rd

All artists are welcome to participate in our open mic at Lyrical Exercise. Enjoy all art forms in an intimate atmosphere. This month, our feature will be the husband and wife duo Inner City South. Complimentary wine and food items. $10, doors open at 8PM

September 19th / "Long Live the King" - Michael Jackson Tribute / Zodiac Restaurant & Lounge 6135 Mt. Moriah

"Long Live the King" ~ a celebration and tribute to the life and legacy of Michael Jackson. Art, raffles, music and dance. You don't want to miss the Michael Jackson dance off!  Tickets are $10. On Sept. 10th, tickets will be $20. To get your tickets, call 901 289 0490. 

September 28th / Memphizm Poetry Slam / Zodiac Restaurant & Lounge 6135 Mt. Moriah

Memphizm Poetry Slam, $10 - doors open at 7pm. Each month, poets battle for slam title, trophy and cash prize. Audience members get a chance to participate in raffles. So far, Memphizm has raffled a Flat Screen TV and Blu-Ray player. Enjoy great food, DJ, and poetry!

We hope to see you at all three events this month! If you would like more information regarding tickets, sponsorships, or promotions, please call Duran Jackson at 901 289 0490, or email us at memphizm@gmail.com.

September is HERE!!

The song for September.......