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Showing posts with label Poetry. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Poetry. Show all posts
Sunday, 12 August 2012
Tuesday, 11 October 2011
Inspired Poet: Deanna Rodgers
"Expand into your full potential and be amazed by yourself.
Playdough style"
Saturday, 11 June 2011
Saturday, 2 April 2011
Wednesday, 16 February 2011
Divine Self!
Please check out more videos on youtube by Lisa Gerrard, always magical!
Divine Self
To thy divine self be true,
Can you do it every day?
To thy divine self be true,
Such an easy thing to say,
To thy divine self be true,
It’s the only way to be,
To thy divine self be true,
And shine eternally.
Thursday, 23 December 2010
Daily Om: "Look Around You" By Indigo Williams
How Power-full!
Wishing you all a very Merry Xmas ;o)
Saturday, 6 November 2010
Saturday, 23 October 2010
NEW! Watch Out For Ursula Rucker - SHE SAID
I am soooooooo looking forward to her new work coming out very soon...
Here is a track "SO WHAT?" that I've been playing from it since it was posted up on her facebook page...
Friday, 22 October 2010
UK Poets & Black History Month
In celebration of this Black History Month, here is a short docu from some really amazing UK poets...
Wednesday, 6 October 2010
UK Poetry Scene: Indigo Williams - The Wrong Truth
I did a simple experiment... you know how you type words in the google search and they then continue to give you examples of what the popular searches are...
I typed in... "Why are Black women"... and left google do the rest...
Hmmmmmm.
Try it sometime on many other unfinished sentences and you won't believe the crap that comes up lol.
Then it reminded me of this wonderful poet that speaks on this.. I found the video on Writer's Block (a website celebrating UK poets, events and all things creative).
The perfect title and words.
Thursday, 1 July 2010
Uk Spoken Word: Raymond Antrobus
Hey guys, you know I love poetry! I've been enjoying the variety of great UK poetry over the years... this is another poet that I love and he also offers some great free downloads to digest and reflect on. Check out his blog on his work, with inner-views!
Wednesday, 16 June 2010
Uk Spoken Word: Dzifa Benson "Bottom Power"
More poetic inspiration that touched me. This talented woman is fantastic to watch as many of her poems express spirituality, African culture and food for thought!
In this poem she talks about Saartjie Baartman, who was finally laid to rest in her home, South Africa.
Warning: Swear words.
Monday, 14 June 2010
Uk Spoken Word: Dean Atta
Spoken word venues run all over London and this artist is one of the many who always inspire me! I saw him over the weekend in a poetry festival and he was great!
See his website and videos @ Dean Atta
Monday, 19 April 2010
Saturday, 13 June 2009
A Poet Called Benjamin Zephaniah
by Benjamin Zephaniah
Take some Picts, Celts and Silures
And let them settle,
Then overrun them with Roman conquerors.
Remove the Romans after approximately 400 years
Add lots of Norman French to some
Angles, Saxons, Jutes and Vikings, then stir vigorously.
Mix some hot Chileans, cool Jamaicans, Dominicans,
Trinidadians and Bajans with some Ethiopians, Chinese,
Vietnamese and Sudanese.
Then take a blend of Somalians, Sri Lankans, Nigerians
And Pakistanis,
Combine with some Guyanese
And turn up the heat.
Sprinkle some fresh Indians, Malaysians, Bosnians,
Iraqis and Bangladeshis together with some
Afghans, Spanish, Turkish, Kurdish, Japanese
And Palestinians
Then add to the melting pot.
Leave the ingredients to simmer.
As they mix and blend allow their languages to flourish
Binding them together with English.
Allow time to be cool.
Add some unity, understanding, and respect for the future,
Serve with justice
And enjoy.
Note: All the ingredients are equally important.
Treating one ingredient better than another will leave a bitter unpleasant taste.
Warning: An unequal spread of justice will damage the people and cause pain.
Give justice and equality to all.
About Benjamin Zephaniah
(See website)
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Activist. Vegan. Poet. Writer. And More! One of my first influences of poetry and the power of words in the UK came from him and he is among one of the well-known UK creatives in Black British culture. Here are a few clips of a long inner-view...
... See all parts of the interview
"Birmingham's dreadlocked bard Benjamin Zephaniah is blessed with a verbal musicality inspired by his Caribbean heritage. His work addresses global issues such as racism, animal cruelty and the need for greater social justice, shot through with a rich humour, drawing on rap and dub rhythms, that make his poetry accessible to children and perennially popular in schools.
Born in Birmingham in 1958, Zephaniah divided his early years between the district of Handsworth and the tropics of Jamaica. He left school aged 13 unable to read or write, but within two years his lyrical commentaries won him a strong following and, in 1979, he moved to London. His first collection Pen Rhythm was published in 1980 by a small co-operative publisher. He attracted wider public interest through performances at political gatherings and his many television appearances throughout the 1980s and 1990s.
Zephaniah has branched out in to other literary forms, including plays and novels such as Refugee Boy (2001). He was the first to perform with The Wailers following Bob Marley's death, and at Nelson Mandela's request, Zephaniah hosted the President's Two Nations concert at the Royal Albert Hall in July 1996.
In 2003 Zephaniah famously refused an OBE for his contribution to literature with the words "OBE me? Up yours", at the time telling to The Guardian (read article) that he feels "profoundly anti-empire".
Monday, 11 May 2009
Tuesday, 4 March 2008
Inner-View: HKB FiNN
In His Words: HKB FiNN
Photo By Sunara BegumWhere can we fnnd you online?
You can find me online at:
www.myspace.com/hkbfinn01
www.hkbfinn.com
Please give us 2-3 sentences describing your Self in your own vision.
I’m a spoken word artist, humanist & businessman
What is your mission statement/quote for how you approach life?
My mission is to honour my forebears by living this life to the full. I try whenever I can to embrace my potential by using the pursuit of excellence as my starting point for everything I do.
Please tell us about your work and what inspired you in this direction?
My work is a blend of Hip Hop & conventional Poetry. I was inspired by the music of my childhood… Bob Marley, Issac Hayes and many more artists who inspired me to write and perform.
Has there been any particular memorable time in your Self journey where you faced Self challenge and changed/transitioned in your journey?
Everyday as a soletrader is a challenge. One of the greatest challenges I faced, was in 2005. I had just begun my business as a label owner, but I owed a big studio bill which had to be paid in 35 days or I risked loosing all my assets. I didn’t have the money and the studio threatened to destroy all my ‘master tapes’. I used the little money I had to create a limited edition CD, which I sold door to door, on the street, in parks, clubs, gigs… just about anywhere I could. I sold enough over the last two weeks of the period and paid the bill. After that, my whole outlook had changed. I realised that I was my biggest sales representative.
Please share your favourite affirmations.
1.I am descended from Greatness
2.I will be the change I seek in others
3.In debt you stand alone, in profit you’re a friend to many
4.Excellence is it’s own reward
5.Always give the customer the best quality product
How would you describe the creative-culture scene in the UK and London for those who are interested in finding out about it?
The UK is one of the most vibrant countries in the world. The creative-culture scene is extremely forgiving, inventive, powerful and always full of life. If you need to learn more… check out myspace UK.
Please share any links to websites that focus on your favourite creative events.
http://kindredspirit.org.uk
http://uk.myspace.com
Do you have any daily spiritual or/and motivational rituals that keeps you focused in your Self growth and creativity?
I often have a re-affirmation prayer I use in the mornings, thanking my ancestors, thanking my parents, thanking my doubters and thanking my friends for reminding my that while I wait, others persist. While I doubt, others are sure. But, I also remind myself, that as a small business, I am my own boss so today is always a good day.
Could you recommend any must-read and must-see books and films that inspire you?
I’d have to recommend a book called: ‘The Alchemist’ by Paulo Coelho…every self starter should check out this text.
Movie-wise, I’d recommend: Pay it Forward (Starring Kevin Spacey). It’s an excellent film about the power of kindness. Every business owner should see this film.
What would be your top tips to being motivated and living in truth to Self?
My top tips for self motivation…are simple:
1.Don’t lie to yourself
2.Do re-affirm your goals by writing or memorising them
3.Don’t beat yourself up for being tired or scared
4.Do let people help but never let them railroad your dream
5.Don’t forget you’re unique, so no one will totally understand until your work is done. Then they say… “Aah. I get it.”
6.Give people space to doubt you, but don’t be consumed by their ignorance
7.Do one thing towards building your dream every day (no matter how small…its worth it. A brick wall is made from lots of bricks…so build yours slowly but sure.
Do you have any advice/tips for anyone who may be wishing to take their creativity to a Higher-Self level?
Only one tip…Be real…
Please share any projects that you are working on.
I’m working on a new EP called: Dirty. Out in autumn 2008. I’m also working on our first UK tour for 3 years. We’re promoting the new album LiGHT iN THE SHADE OF DARKNESS and we’re due to start this autumn.
Where do you see your Self in 10 years time?
Looking back and wondering: “Where did it all go so fast?”
You can find me online at:
www.myspace.com/hkbfinn01
www.hkbfinn.com
Please give us 2-3 sentences describing your Self in your own vision.
I’m a spoken word artist, humanist & businessman
What is your mission statement/quote for how you approach life?
My mission is to honour my forebears by living this life to the full. I try whenever I can to embrace my potential by using the pursuit of excellence as my starting point for everything I do.
Please tell us about your work and what inspired you in this direction?
My work is a blend of Hip Hop & conventional Poetry. I was inspired by the music of my childhood… Bob Marley, Issac Hayes and many more artists who inspired me to write and perform.
Has there been any particular memorable time in your Self journey where you faced Self challenge and changed/transitioned in your journey?
Everyday as a soletrader is a challenge. One of the greatest challenges I faced, was in 2005. I had just begun my business as a label owner, but I owed a big studio bill which had to be paid in 35 days or I risked loosing all my assets. I didn’t have the money and the studio threatened to destroy all my ‘master tapes’. I used the little money I had to create a limited edition CD, which I sold door to door, on the street, in parks, clubs, gigs… just about anywhere I could. I sold enough over the last two weeks of the period and paid the bill. After that, my whole outlook had changed. I realised that I was my biggest sales representative.
Please share your favourite affirmations.
1.I am descended from Greatness
2.I will be the change I seek in others
3.In debt you stand alone, in profit you’re a friend to many
4.Excellence is it’s own reward
5.Always give the customer the best quality product
How would you describe the creative-culture scene in the UK and London for those who are interested in finding out about it?
The UK is one of the most vibrant countries in the world. The creative-culture scene is extremely forgiving, inventive, powerful and always full of life. If you need to learn more… check out myspace UK.
Please share any links to websites that focus on your favourite creative events.
http://kindredspirit.org.uk
http://uk.myspace.com
Do you have any daily spiritual or/and motivational rituals that keeps you focused in your Self growth and creativity?
I often have a re-affirmation prayer I use in the mornings, thanking my ancestors, thanking my parents, thanking my doubters and thanking my friends for reminding my that while I wait, others persist. While I doubt, others are sure. But, I also remind myself, that as a small business, I am my own boss so today is always a good day.
Could you recommend any must-read and must-see books and films that inspire you?
I’d have to recommend a book called: ‘The Alchemist’ by Paulo Coelho…every self starter should check out this text.
Movie-wise, I’d recommend: Pay it Forward (Starring Kevin Spacey). It’s an excellent film about the power of kindness. Every business owner should see this film.
What would be your top tips to being motivated and living in truth to Self?
My top tips for self motivation…are simple:
1.Don’t lie to yourself
2.Do re-affirm your goals by writing or memorising them
3.Don’t beat yourself up for being tired or scared
4.Do let people help but never let them railroad your dream
5.Don’t forget you’re unique, so no one will totally understand until your work is done. Then they say… “Aah. I get it.”
6.Give people space to doubt you, but don’t be consumed by their ignorance
7.Do one thing towards building your dream every day (no matter how small…its worth it. A brick wall is made from lots of bricks…so build yours slowly but sure.
Do you have any advice/tips for anyone who may be wishing to take their creativity to a Higher-Self level?
Only one tip…Be real…
Please share any projects that you are working on.
I’m working on a new EP called: Dirty. Out in autumn 2008. I’m also working on our first UK tour for 3 years. We’re promoting the new album LiGHT iN THE SHADE OF DARKNESS and we’re due to start this autumn.
Where do you see your Self in 10 years time?
Looking back and wondering: “Where did it all go so fast?”
HKB FiNN’s new album:
LiGHT iN THE SHADE OF DARKNESS is out now on iTunes
Or on CD from www.soundsoftheuniverse.com
Visit:
www.myspace.com/hkbfinn01 for more details.
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