Spoken word poetry is very popular and there are a number of well-known spoken word poets. As well as winning poetry awards, spoken word poet Kae Tempest has also been nominated for music awards ...

African spoken word poetry frequently functions as a medium for social critique, tackling themes like politics, identity, ...

For Asghar, that goal is a reason to create spoken word poetry, using the language in new ways and to address stories at the margins, including her own. The Obamas hosted a "Poetry Jam" Tuesday ...

As I weaved through the verses, I felt myself steadying on stage, anticipating the next line and delivering it with just the ...

Okanagan spoken word artist Shane Koyczan brings his slam poetry to Kelowna, performing at the Rotary Centre for the Arts on ...