Dub poetry originated in Jamaica during the 1970s, and evolved from dub music. Its popularity grew and spread to Canada and England. In dub poetry, the poet performs, accompanied by musical instruments, such as drums, guitars, etc. For more information on dub poetry, see Geoffrey Philps' primer on the origins of dub poetry. See also Wikipedia's take on dub poetry.
In addition to Cherry Natural, other notable dub poets are Linton Kwesi Johnson, Oku Onuora, Benjamin Zephaniah, Lillian Allen, Mutabaruka and Afua Cooper.
Here in this video, Cherry Natural performs her poem, Be You. Enjoy.
Showing posts with label Dub Poetry. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Dub Poetry. Show all posts
8/02/2011
Cherry Natural (Marcia Wedderburn)
Cherry Natural (aka Marcia Wedderburn) is an internationally acclaimed dub poet. Cherry is Jamaican and has been performing dub poetry since 1979. I had the pleasure of seeing her perform recently at the Jazz in the Garden program held in June in Kingston, Jamaica, and what a performance!
I am pleased to feature Cherry as my August poet. She is also a motivational speaker, holds a black belt and is a martial arts instructor (Hmm, based on my previous post, Cherry and I have something in common, an interest in karate). This versatile poet focuses on social, political and economic issues, as well as women's rights.
Cherry has published two poetry collections so far, and has also done recordings.
Stay tuned throughout this month for more on this fascinating poet.
Cherry Natural
I am pleased to feature Cherry as my August poet. She is also a motivational speaker, holds a black belt and is a martial arts instructor (Hmm, based on my previous post, Cherry and I have something in common, an interest in karate). This versatile poet focuses on social, political and economic issues, as well as women's rights.
Cherry has published two poetry collections so far, and has also done recordings.
Stay tuned throughout this month for more on this fascinating poet.
4/04/2011
Joan Andrea Hutchinson
Joan Andrea Hutchinson is an amazingly talented and versatile Jamaican poet. In addition to her poetry, she is also a teacher, motivational speaker, actress and storyteller. Joan has often been compared to the late Louise Bennett, Jamaican poet and storyteller, who wrote and performed in the Jamaican dialect.
Joan has a passion for preserving Jamaican culture and dialect, and her poems and CDs reflect the many proverbs and expressions unique to Jamaica. She continues to work with young Jamaicans throughout the island to highlight the island's rich cultural heritage.
The following are some of Joan's poetry collections and CDs:
Inna Mi Heart: Jamaican Love Poetry
Meck Mi Tell Yuh
Dat Bumpy Head Gal
Jamaica Kin Teeth
Everyting Jamaican
Jamaica Ridim and Ryme.
Joan also had a role in the play Laugh Jamaica. To date, as a testament to her talent, she has received the following awards:
Caribbean Hall of Fame Award for Excellence in the Peforming Arts
Jamaica Music Industry (JAMI) Award for Dub Poetry
Throughout this month, I will continue to shine the spotlight on Joan's writings. What are your thoughts? If you have read or listened to any of Joan's work, please let me know.
Joan has a passion for preserving Jamaican culture and dialect, and her poems and CDs reflect the many proverbs and expressions unique to Jamaica. She continues to work with young Jamaicans throughout the island to highlight the island's rich cultural heritage.
The following are some of Joan's poetry collections and CDs:
Inna Mi Heart: Jamaican Love Poetry
Meck Mi Tell Yuh
Dat Bumpy Head Gal
Jamaica Kin Teeth
Everyting Jamaican
Jamaica Ridim and Ryme.
Joan also had a role in the play Laugh Jamaica. To date, as a testament to her talent, she has received the following awards:
Caribbean Hall of Fame Award for Excellence in the Peforming Arts
Jamaica Music Industry (JAMI) Award for Dub Poetry
Throughout this month, I will continue to shine the spotlight on Joan's writings. What are your thoughts? If you have read or listened to any of Joan's work, please let me know.
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