Ty is a name to conjure with. Nominated for the Mercury Prize in 2004. He's
a tireless ambassador for UK hip hop. As well as being one of its harshest
critics. But he's never forgotten his early days in London's spoken word
workshops. And tonight - for one night only - he returns to his roots with a
poetry gig. Just the man, his voice, and perhaps a few backing beats.
In support are two prime movers of the current hip-hop/poetry crossover: Ben
Mellor is an environmentally-aware wordsmith from Manchester, fast becoming
a respected name in hip-hop theatre, whilst MC Angel is a young spitter who
honed her art in the UK'S first all-female MC battle, and courts acclaim and
controversy wherever she goes. Check them out on Youtube.
Finally we introduce Michael Frearson, a poet with a rapper's poise, full of
in-your-face anecdotes of lost love and, ahem, cheese. And the sizzling
Saran Green - poetry's Ms charisma herself - will be our host for the
evening.
Brought to you by top poetry promoters Apples & Snakes: it's all spoken word
to us.
Ty will be performing at Soho Theatre on 25 February, 21 Dean Street, London W1D 3NE
Ty is a name to conjure with. Nominated for the Mercury Prize in 2004. He's
a tireless ambassador for UK hip hop. As well as being one of its harshest
critics. But he's never forgotten his early days in London's spoken word
workshops. And tonight - for one night only - he returns to his roots with a
poetry gig. Just the man, his voice, and perhaps a few backing beats.
