"Sundresses and Poetry" featuring JERSEY!!!

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It's Springtime :-)...and nothing is more delightful in Springtime than a woman in a sundress! Free flowing, feminine, soft, sensual, yet very lady like! Come out and hear great poetry and other art forms performed by an all male artist showcase featuring world renowned spoken word artist, William JERSEY Daughtry!!! It doesn't get any better!

In August of 1985, Atlantic City, New Jersey birthed a man who is becoming known as the incomparable, inimitable, matchless poet of his generation. Entering into the Spoken Word realm in late 2009, William “Jersey” Daughtry quickly swept away audiences locally with his authenticity and exceptional creativity. Though just a rookie, many can’t help but to see him as a distinguished artist. His passion for writing, and reactions from those patrons around him, influenced his commencement into the poetry world. Now that he is here, there is no turning back. His intricate history, passion, affection and complex personality give origin to poems his audience is sure to remember. His genuine spirit and charm provides his onlookers with a sense of inspiration, hope, and a desire to want to hear more. As an up and coming poet, William Jersey Daughtry has seen a numerous amount of victories in slams across the state, claiming victory for more the half of competitions he’s been in, it’s not hard to tell he is well on his way to become a world renowned victor. Although a winner in many areas, he shows through his humility and his faith in God that there is much more growth that is yet to come. Being talented in so many areas brings forth much hard work and expectation, but this chef, poet, father, son, brother, as well as friend to many is well on his way to showing the World how brightly a star can shine through his allocation of words.

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"Lyrical Exercise" feat. Com'On BRaih!!!

DECEMBER 10TH @ 9PM

4466 ELVIS PRESLEY BLVD. SUITE #260

PARAGON SOULS OF ART

Word play...rhyme schemes...similes...metaphors...free verse...haiku...!!! One strengthens the other and before you know it, it's like an exercise. Whether you "exercise" as a past time or if you do it for a living, you will find the workout intense and invigorating at "...Lyrical Exercise"!Join Memphizm December 10th at Paragon Souls of Art whether you want to "exercise" or spectate you will be sure to leave with renewed strength!

This month Memphizm will feature Com'on BRAaih!!! Com'on BRaih is a poet, spokenword and hip hop artist from Memphis,Tn! He started performing at the tender age of 11 in church. Poems, speeched, and plays groomed him to be an attention grabbing performer. From that point on he was in every school program and anywhere else his gifts were needed.He dud this all while being raised in the heartful but not always friendly environment of South Memphis.Com'on BRaih greatest influenes include Marvin Gaye, Bobby Womack, Johnny Taylor,Frankie Beverly and Maze and throughout his preteens he replayed Bob Marley's Survivor and Legend albums in his head over and over again. What do you get when you mix poetic flows, Memphis swagger, free thoughts, revolutionary ambition, and Hip Hop influences? Com'on BRaih:

 

C.onsciously

O.pening

M.inds

O.ver-riding

N.egativity

B.lack

R.enassaince

A.t

I.ts

H.ighest

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"Lyrical Exercise" feat. NATASHA CARRIZOSA!!!

OCT. 8TH @ 8PM 

FIRST MEMPHIS PLAZA SUITE #260 (PARAGON SOULS OF ART)

Word play...rhyme schemes...similes...metaphors...free verse...haiku...!!! One strengthens the other and before you know it, it's like an exercise. Whether you "exercise" as a past time or if you do it for a living, you will find the workout intense and invigorating at "Lyrical Exercise"!Join Memphizm October 8th at Paragon Souls of Art whether you want to "exercise" or spectate you will be sure to leave with renewed strength!

This month Memphizm will feature Natasha Carrizosa!!!Natasha Carrizosa is a mother, a dreamer, and a lover of music and life. She is a poet/spoken word artist who celebrates her dual heritage (African- and Mexican-American) with works that weave an intoxicating blend of cultures, languages and impressions. She has shared the stage with Maya Angelou, Jill Scott, Erykah Badu, E. Lynn Harris and countless other poets, authors, and artists. Her writings have been featured in Rhapsody, Her Mark, and x magazine (United Kingdom.) She is the author of mejiafricana, a spoken word CD and nude – a collection of love and erotic poems. She recently recorded her second spoken word  CD – the dreamcatcher. In 2008 she collaborated with Joaquín Zihuatanejo on of fire and rain  - a spoken word CD that is a testimony of life/love that spans from the barrios of East Dallas to the ghettos of the west indies.  Selections from of fire and rain were published by Poetry in Motion, and organization that promotes the work of young American poets by publishing their work alongside the work of masters from the past on trains, subways, and buses across The United States.  Natasha is the 2010 Austin International Poetry Slam Champion and one of two American poets (Joaquín Zihuatanejo, being the other) chosen to represent The United States at El Proyecto Poesia Slam 2010 in Madrid, Spain. 

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"Lyrical Exercise" feat. WRITEOUS SOUL!!!

Venue: Paragon Souls of Art Time: 8.14.11 @ 6p.m.

Word play...rhyme schemes...similes...metaphors...free verse...haiku...!!! One strengthens the other and before you know it, it's like an exercise. Whether you "exercise" as a past time or if you do it for a living, you will find the workout intense and invigorating at "Lyrical Exercise"!Join Memphizm August 14th at Paragon Souls of Art whether you want to "exercise" or spectate you will be sure to leave with renewed strength!

This month Memphizm will feature Writeous Soul aka "The People's Champ" aka The Queen of Punchlines! Writeous Soul's subject matter can be described as Christian inspirational wordplay infused with her own personal yet relate-able struggles in life! Writeous Soul's poetry is a journey of trial and triumph that people of all walks of life can benefit from! Come experience the dynamic, the electrifying WRITEOUS SOUL!

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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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***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.

"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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"Lyrical Exercise" feat. RAGE ALMIGHTY!!!

Word play...rhyme schemes...similes...metaphors...free verse...haiku...!!! One strengthens the other and before you know it, it's like an exercise. Whether you "exercise" as a past time or if you do it for a living, you will find the workout intense and invigorating at "Lyrical Exercise"!Join Memphizm June 11th at Steppin' Up Beauty and Barber Parlor whether you want to "exercise" or spectate you will be sure to leave with renewed strength!

This month we will feature Rage Almighty! Rage Almighty (A YouTube sensation) offers a new approach to spoken word through clever rhyme, rant and rich lyrics saturated in satire, social commentary and hip wisdom. To captivate and engage the audience during a performance, he mixes powerful wordplay with his academically trained acting abilities coupled with a unique sense of humor. Not fitting into any category of poetry, versatile is a word commonly used to describe his creative style which has been noted to be as bold as his name.

Rage has shared his straightforward verbal skills in legendary venues such as Erykah Badu’s Black Forest Theater, the African American Museum in Dallas and the famous Nuyorican Poets Café. He has also performed at engagements featuring hip hop duo/activists Dead Prez; Atlanta’s rapper TI; R&B songstress Chrisette Michele; Philadelphia’s own Kindred Family Soul and world renowned rap group Brand Nubian including community activist and leader Chairman Fred Hampton Jr. He also is a memeber of the 2011 Dallas Slam Team.

From live performances to his popular “mixtapes,” Rage Almighty is definitely one of poetry's divine omnipotent forces.

 

MEMPHIZM!!!GET SOME CULTURE IN YO' LIFE!!!



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Spend February "Walking with Memphizm"

Next Up...

2nd Annual Chocolate Covered Cherry Dreams 
2/13/11 @5:30 p.m.

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Fourplay...cuddling...twelve play...pillow talk...love making...a warm embrace...a tender kiss..The soft supple nature of woman...the hard galvanizing nature of man...These are just a few elements that govern attraction. Come experience the 2nd Annual Chocolate Covered Cherry Dreams and witness some of the most dynamic artists display their art be it erotic, romantic, four play, or marriage/engagement themed. Chocolate Covered Cherry Dreams will include live musicians, poets, vocalists, and visual artists with an art gallery in each V.I.P. room as well as complimentary fondue chocolate, strawberries, and cherries! Chocolate Covered Cherry Dreams...One drip at a time!!

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***Grown and sexy/ colors: black, red, and gold***
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JUNE 2010 MEMPHIZM POETRY SLAM

Yep folks, it’s about that time. The battle for the JUNE 2010 SLAM TITLE happens this Tuesday, June 29th/7PM @ Zodiac Restaurant & Lounge (6135 Mt. Moriah)

Last month Ms. Dee-lite of Inner City South took home the May 2010 title, and $100 cash prize, and she will battle a new roster of poets for the June 2010 title, trophy, and $150.00 cash prize!!! Guest judges and entertainment will be in the building!

The poetic battles get more powerful and passionate with each upcoming month! So come check it out!

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