Monday, July 11, 2011

Memphizm Poetry Night Feat. Founding Member of BlackonBlack Ryhyme Salaam!


Memphizm presents Memphizm Poetry Night(Open Mic and $60 Slam)





Come enjoy an evening of open mic & slam poetry with some of the most dynamic poets locally and abroad.The weather warm & the days are longer.Allow yourself to be consumed with art and poetry as it flows from the minds and souls of each artists that enters the room! Last month Krysis of Little,Rock AR reigned supreme! Who will challenge for the title this month? Start your weekend right,with Memphizm Poetry Night every 3rd Friday!!! THINK Memphizm!!!


       Featuring this month will be one of Tallahassee, Florida's finest Salaam Shaheed. Salaam Shaheed is an energetic poet and co-founder of Black-on-Black Rhyme, the nations largest poetry troupe. He has a voice that has captivated audiences for nearly fourteen years. Though smooth and sometimes sultry Salaam possesses a sense of urgency that keeps you wondering what this Florida native revolutionary will say next. As a motivational speaker, Salaam strives to "EduTain" his audiences. He delivers harsh truths laced with plenty of love, encouragement, a dash of humor and southern charm. Along with Salaam will be Black on Black Rhyme veteran 3rd Rail Poet(pictured on the right).



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                                                                    Admission Info:

***SLAM STARTS AT 7:30 SHARP/ OPEN MIC FROM 7:00-7:30***

***SLAM ENTREE FEE $5***

***CASH PRIZE $60***

***Open Mic ARTISTS $5 BEFORE OPEN MIC ENDS***

***General admission $10/FREE IF YOUR BDAY IS 7.15.11/$8 W/COLLEGE,STATE,OR GOVT. I.D.***

Venue: Zodiac Restaurant & Lounge 6135  Mt. Moriah Rd. Extd. 38115 @ 7p.m.

Tuesday, July 5, 2011

"Lyrical Exercise" feat. ButtaMD!!!


This month Memphizm will feature ButaMD!!! ButtaMD is a refreshing presence in the world of Hip Hop. As her name reveals her lyrics are smooth and prolific, infused with catchy hooks, spoken word and inspirational tunes.

Rhyming since she was twelve years old ButtaMD is a native Memphian whose real name is Margaret Deloach. She has a gospel and freestyling background. ButtaMD is a female lyricist with a passion to uplift and encourage her fans through her various delivery of song. Her dream is to see her music live on through future generations. She builds a platform now that will allow wholesome, smooth Hip Hop to outlast the criticism.

ButtaMD is a 2010 graduate of the University of Memphis. She earned a bachelor degree in Business Music Cum Laude. To her credit ButtaMD placed 3rd and 1st in the University Idol Search (2008 and 2010), and 1st in the Q-Apollo, 2010.

As a writer of all of her own music, ButtaMD also writes for others. She wrote the theme song for a University professor, “The Professor Butler Show”. Before she became ButtaMD, solo artist, she performed as a duo with Nick Black as “Bread and Butta”. As ButtaMD paves a lane as solo artist she is currently working on an EP entitled, “ButtaMD: Only One”. On this work she will showcase her talents in rapping, singing and piano playing.

ButtaMD’s music is for all ages and will often provide an inspirational remedy.



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***SHOW STARTS AT 9:15***
***General admission $10/FREE IF YOUR BDA0Y IS JULY 9TH/$8 W/COLLEGE I.D. OR GOVT. EMPLOYEE I.D.***
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