Hip hop and poetry share a common theme: self-expression of emotion through spoken word. This thread brings The Poetry Room and All of the Above Hip Hop Academy (A.O.T.A.) together for an upcoming event, “Sky’s the Limit.” The free virtual event is sponsored by The Robin Theatre and Arts Council of Greater Lansing and will stream on Facebook Live and Zoom on Tuesday, March 9 at 7:30 p.m.
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Ink & Beats: Artistic Worlds Collide To Celebrate Inktober Challenge
Story by Jeremy Kohn October is here — which typically means spooky decor and indulging in all things pumpkin-spiced. For artists like Mila Lynn, it means Inktober and sharpening her artistic tact. According to the official site, Inktober was started by artist Jake Parker in 2009 as a way to improve on his inking skills….
Redemption In The Roundabout to Feature Eclectic Performers
Story by Jeremy Kohn After experiencing audio difficulties during a virtual performance, Poet Jeremy Hurt promised he would make it up to the audience in the future. Hurt’s Redemption In The Roundabout will take place Saturday, Sept. 19 from 5 p.m to 9 p.m. in the middle of Michigan Ave., and Washington Square, featuring an…
All of The Above Hip Hop Academy: Teacher’s Edition Shondell Brandon
Story by Jeremy Kohn Shondell Brandon has always loved to create music. The self-taught musician and The All of the Above Hip Hop (A.O.T.A.) affiliate known as EssBe just needed time and restored confidence to realize music and teaching could be his career. Brandon developed a rapport with music starting at an early age. “My…
Visionary Ozay Moore Shines Positive Light With All of The Above Hip Hop Academy
Story by Jeremy Kohn Inside the confines of 2500 S. Washington St. in REO Town, Lansing lies a haven. A haven for people who enter its doors to experience the culture of hip hop in a positive environment. The leader behind this progressive movement known as All of The Above Hip Hop Academy, (A.O.T.A) is…
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