Aug 24, 2007

Brix-Tongue
Brix-Tongue is still alive and kicking! Now bi-monthly at the Diverse Gallery on Railton Rd, Brixton. Come down and check out one of the most unique nights in London. Email: brixart@brixtonartgallery.co.uk for more details.

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Last Thursday of the month

Str8 Outta Shoreditch (S.O.S.)
"Prepare to witness experiments in artistic expression"

This event is an interesting fusion of Music, Comedy and Spoken Word Poetry where artists are encouraged to practice and hone their creative crafts. Taking place on the LAST Thursday of the month, expect a lively entertaining evening of raw talent!!!

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Mar 29, 2007

Str8 Outta Shoreditch (SOS)
Thanks to all who came town to our opening night in February. We're back again for March's installment, so if you want to witness some innovative and thought-provoking performances in music, comedy and Spoken Word for only £2... SOS is the place!

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Feb 22nd, 2007

Straight Outta Shoreditch (S.O.S)
Fancy yourself as a Singer, a Poet or a Comedian? This event is an interesting fusion of Music, Comedy and Spoken Word Poetry where artists are encouraged to practice and hone their creative crafts.

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Feb 22, 2007

Str8 Outta Shoreditch (S.O.S)
Fancy yourself as a Singer, a Poet or a Comedian? This event is an interesting fusion of Music, Comedy and Spoken Word Poetry where artists are encouraged to practice and hone their creative crafts.

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Dec 14th, 2006

Word Is Born
I'm hosting a night on Thurs Dec 14th called "Word is Born". It's an impromptu night of Spoken Word Entertainment to close the year. There will be music, Open-mic spots & free giveaways. It'll be a throwback to the old "Brix-Tongue" days of me acting a little crazy!

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Sep 10, 2006

Go-4-it
I'm scheduled to appear on BBC Radio 4's children's program "Go-4-it" on Sunday Sept 10th. I'll be conducting a workshop with some children live on air and hopefully get them to penn some poems!
Go-4-it: BBC Radio 4 (92-95FM) 7.15pm

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Aug 10th, 2006 104.4FM 6pm

Wise Words
I will be speaking to fellow poets Kat Francois and TuggS.T.A.R. about the "Wise Words" summit that was held on July 23rd to give an overview on the state of Spoken Word in the UK today. On Resonance 104.4FM 6-7pm

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Jun 13th, 2006

Bespoken Word is Back!!
Yes after waiting so patiently (thank you so much!) we're back on the airwaves at 11pm, Tues June 13th with "Bespoken Word", the Radio 4 show dedicated solely to Performance Poetry. This is our Third season (and it's gonna be special!)

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May 31st, 2006

Midweek Show
I am going to be a guest on BBC Radio 4's "Midweek Show" presented by Libby Purves on Wednesday May 31st. The show goes out between 9:00 - 9:45 am on 92-95FM (or you can listen again online)and features lively and diverse conversation. (oh yeah... and me chatting about poetry!)

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May 26, 2006

The Late Show
I've been invited to do the paper review for the "Late Show" at midnight on BBC Radio London 94.9FM. Along with another guest we will be commenting on the various stories that have made the headlines of the day.

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Sun May 7th, 2006

Back at One Taste
It's been a little while, but I'm performing again at the One taste event in Balham. These guys have really created a nice vibe (perfect for Sundays) where you can come and chill out to singers, musicians, poets... and of course me!

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Apr 17, 2006

Poetry meets Comedy
I'm gonna be doing an opening poetry set for the MTV & Ch4 presenter Russell Brand's Stand Up show at the Hen & Chickens theatre in Islington, where we'll both be trying out some new material.

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Sunday April 2nd, 2006

Word-4-Word
I will be performing at the "Word-4-Word" poetry night at Stratford East Theatre Royal Bar on Sunday April 2nd. Hosted by the vivacious World Slam Champion winner Kat Francois, entertainment is assured.

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Mar 23rd, 2006

The Late Show, BBC Radio London
I've been invited again onto BBC Radio London's "The Late Show" to review newspapers and comment on general topics of interest.
Radio London 94.9FM, Thurday March 23rd, Midnight-1am.

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Mar 9, 2006

Whitechapel Gallery
I'm hosting a one-off night of entertainment at Whitechapel Gallery. Featuring some great Spoken Word poetry and music combined. Three different poets from three different cities, all in one place. From 8-10:30pm.

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March 4th, 2006

The Poetry Cafe
I will be a featured performer at the Poetry Cafe in Covent Garden for "The Cellar" which is an event held every Saturday and is hosted by the poet Niall O'Sullivan.

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Feb 14, 2006

Brix-Tongue Radio Special
Look out for the "Brix-Tongue" CD of the Radio Special show that was broadcast on Jan 5th. Featuring some of the best Spoken Word artists and musicians from the underground scene who came down give their support to the fight to keep Brixton Art Gallery open. It is a good representation of the wide variety and range of talent that we have around today.

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Feb 8, 2006

New Nation newspaper
There's an interview with me in this week's "New Nation" discussing the recent state of affairs surrounding the Brix-Tongue poetry night and the fight to keep Brixton Art Gallery open. See page 22.

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Feb 3rd, 2006

The Late Show (Radio London)
I've been invited onto the "Late Show" on BBC Radio London to take part in the paper review and discuss the different stories that have made the news. Fri 3rd Feb, 12-1am (94.9FM)

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Jan 21, 2006

Ritzy Cafe Brixton
I'll be performing at the "Chilli-Fried (south)" night at the Ritzy Cafe in Brixton. It'll be my first live performance of the year (hopefully not the last!). So come on Down 8pm this Saturday, it'll be fun, it'll be FREE...and you'll see the Gee!

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Thurs Jan 5, 2006

Brix-Tongue Radio Special!!!
Finally, the Brix-Tongue Radio Special will be broadcast for your listening pleasure this Thursday on Resonance 104.4FM from 6-7pm (or you can listen on the Net at www.resonancefm.com). Featuring music, poetry and exclusive performances to kick-start the year with!!!

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Dec 29, 2005

Apologies to all...
Despite being listed for the 29th on their website, I've just received a message from the Radio station that the "Brix-Tongue" radio show will go out NEXT Thursday 5th of Jan. Apologies to all concerned. All that I can say is...roll on 2006! (more details to follow)

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Thurs Dec 29th, 2005

Brix-Tongue "End of Year" Radio Show!!
Yes people, we're taking Brix-Tongue to the airwaves to round up 2005!! I thought that I'd invite some past Brix-Tongue performers (as well as some newcomers) to get together. It all happens on Thursday Dec 29th on Resonance 104.4 FM from 6-7pm (or you can listen on the Net at www.resonancefm.com)

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Thurs Dec 29, 2005

Brix-Tongue: "End of Year" Radio show!!!
Yes people, we're taking Brix-Tongue to the airwaves to round up 2006!! It's been an eventful year in the world of Spoken Word, and so to celebrate this, I thought that I'd invite some past Brix-Tongue performers (as well as some newcomers) to get together and broadcast a little of its unique magic for you. It all happens on Thursday Dec 29th on Resonance 104.4 FM from 6-7pm (or you can listen on the Net at [link]http://www.resonancefm.com[/link]

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Dec 18, 2005

One year of "One Taste"
Join the One Taste crew as they celebrate a whole year of events at the Bedford in Balham! Yes it was in December 2004 that the Nii nights were launched and now a year later they are still going strong showcasing their unique mix of Art, Poetry and Music.

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Sat Dec 10th, 2005

Open Air Radio
The one the only Mr Gee (hey...that's me!) is gonna be talking about Spoken Word Poetry (and the like) on Open Air Radio (101.4FM) between 6-7pm. Other poets include: Jacob Sam LaRose and the incredible Kat Francois (both of whom will probably be chatting more sense than me!)

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Thurs Dec 1st, 2005

Mr Gee on the Radio
I'm doubling up on the Radio front this Thursday. From 6-7pm I'll be interviewing shortMAN & AmeN NoiR on Resonance fm (104.4 FM) discussing the theme of "Fatherhood".

And then later on in the night I'll be on the "Late Show" BBC Radio London (94.9 FM) from midnight-1am speaking on current events in the news.

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Nov 24, 2005

Lifestyle Party
I'm gonna be attending an impromptu jam at the Bedford in Balham on Thursday and drop some verses. Other artists will include Jamie Woon and shortMAN. It'll be fun, it'll be crazy, it shouldn't be missed!!

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Sun Nov 20, 2005

One taste
The One Taste crew are back in town with a November installment. Expect Live music, fantastic poetry, chocolates and marshmallows! It has a wonderfully chilled out vibe that eases you into the week ahead.

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Fri 4th Nov, 2005

"Know Your Place":- International Conference
I've been invited to perform at "Know Your Place": An International Conference on Diaspora literature and the subversion of borders.
It involves several writers and artists discussing themes of migration and cultural alienation and its effects on their work and lives.

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Thurs Oct 27th, 2005

Eroticised Humour
I'll be opening up for Ch4 comedian Russell Brand for his "Eroticised Humour" series of shows at the Soho theatre on Thursday 27th Oct.

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Sun Oct 16th, 2005

One Taste
After putting on the fabulous all-day festival last month, the One Taste crew are back at the Bedford in Balham to put on their monthly event. There'll be music, poetry, expressive art and a little something from Me(!). Enjoy the chilled out Sunday vibe of what promises to be another great evening.

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Oct 8th, 2005

Brix-Tongue
Ring the Alarm, Batten down the hatches, Round the wagons up in a circle!!!....if you are following all these instructions then you really do need to get out more! And what better a place to visit than Brix-Tongue? "a Slice of Poetry in the heart of Brickie!"....oh yeah, it's hosted by some guy called Mr Gee!

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Mon 3rd Oct 2005

V.O.I.C.Express
Yeah, Yeah, shortMAN & Co will be putting on a fantastic show at their monthly event V.O.I.C.Express! Kicking off Black History Month in style, expect to be entertained by some of the finest on London's Spoken Word circuit. Afterwards they'll be some great music to dance to!

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Sept 3rd, 2005

Toronto's 3rd International Poetry Slam
I'll be trying my luck and dropping my verses over in Toronto, Canada for their 3rd annual slam. Hosted and organised by Dwayne Morgan from Up From The Roots collective. I'm also hoping to go down to New York and reconnect with the Spoken Word scene there.

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Aug 15, 2005

Edingburgh Fringe
I'm off to the Edingburgh Fringe festival for a week!! where I'll be hitting open-mic spots, reciting poems on the street corners, taking part in events, hustling hard and just spreading the words of the Gee!! Watch out!

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Aug 13th, 2005

Brix-Tongue!
If you don't know by now....then you'll never know. (Unless of course you are reading this!). Yes it's Brix-Tongue time again. A lively night of poetry and entertainment in the heart of Brixton. Hosted by me Mr Gee and featuring a slew of fine poets displaying their art.

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July 31st, 2005

Poetry N Motion
I'll be performing a selection of poems from my album at the Motion Bar on Sunday July 31st. This is a lively event put on by Progressive Entertainment mixing poetry, rap and song and rounding up with some slamming music to dance to!

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July 22nd, 2005

Know Your Place?
I will be performing poems and discussing the issues of migration, race and culture with several artists from around the world at an International conference on Diaspora literature at Goodenough College London WC1.

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July 2nd, 2005

BEST KEPT SECRET!!!
The All-Star Spoken Word group "Best Kept Secret" celebrate their official launch with a poetry extravaganza!! Expect the finest from London's Premier Wordsmiths! (and a lil' something from Mr Gee too!! ;)

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Sat June 11, 2005

Brix-tongue
Yes it's time again Brix-tongue, a lively bi-monthly night of Poetry and Entertainment in the heart of Brixton. Hosted by Yours Truly.

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Sunday 29th May '05
Album Performance
I'll be performing pieces from my album at "Nii" on 29th May 2005, It's a warm and friendly night of live musical performances from up and coming artists interlaced with Spoken Word Poetry.

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Tuseday 17th May '05
Work in progress
I'll be opening up for Ch4 comedian Russell Brand for his "Work in progress" series of shows at the Soho theatre on Thursday 17th May.

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Thursday 12th May '05
So what is Urban?
Mr Gee poses this question on the London Diaspora Live show to two of his fellow poets: Amen Noir & Tuggs.t.a.r. who are members of an all-star Spoken Word Collective called "Best Kept Secret".

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Saturday 7th May '05
Gods & Goddesses
Poetry & Caberet hosted by Paradox
Address: Unity Works, 25 White Post Lane, Hackney Wick London E9 (by hackney Wick Stn)
Time: 8pm -late Entry: £7

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