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Laws “Yesterday’s Future”

Laws releases “Yesterday’s Future” a Paul McCartney inspired mixtape.

Frank Ocean’s “We All Try” Unofficial Video

New Orleans native, Frank Ocean delivers his new – unofficial – video “We All Try.”

In Memory of Will 'Da Real One' Bell

Nationally renowned poet Will ‘Da Real One’ Bell was shot and killed in front of Miami’s The Literary Café and Poetry Lounge at 12:40am on March 29.

Gil Scott Heron Passes Away

Poet, musician, and author Gil Scott Heron, passed away May 27, 2011. He is often quoted as the “Godfather of hip-hop” because of his melodic rapping style in his spoken word performances that dealt with social and political issues that ensued in the 60s and 70s.

ReneeDion Joins Eric Roberson at SOB’s Sol Village

Alternative soul singer ReneeDion achieved a new high in her career at NYC’s famous SOB’s Soul Village ⎯ performing live with her mentor, Eric Roberson.

Theresa Davis Wins 2011 Women of the World Poetry Slam

Poet Theresa Davis exudes just how far sheer determination can get you as she won the 2011 Women of the World Poetry Slam Contest.

New Music: Solange Knowles

Lyric Cafe Has new music from Solange

Vintage Vault: Curtis Mayfield

Lyric Cafe’s Vintage Vault looks at The “Gentle Genius,” Curtis Mayfield

Featured Poet: Naima J

The manifestation of dreams deferred a poet on the path to finding herself and fulfilling her divine charge. Watch her Lyric Cafe performance here

Vintage Vault: Cab Calloway

Lyric Cafe’s Vintage Vault takes a look at the work of Cab Calloway

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