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ReadNex Poetry Squad Getting Ready for Europe
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Freeflowin, Decora, Cuttz, Latin Translator,DJ H20



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Member Since12/19/2004
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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Jul 6 2009 8:00P
Hip Hop & Poetry for After- School Nashville, Tennessee
Jul 7 2009 8:00P
Hip Hop & Poetry for After- School Nashville, Tennessee
Jul 8 2009 8:00P
Hip Hop & Poetry for After- School Nashville
Jul 23 2009 11:00A
Gathering of The Vibes Festival Bridgeport, Connecticut
Aug 13 2009 8:00P
Tongue Fu London, London and South East
Aug 14 2009 8:00P
Adelaide Mackenzie Open Mic London, London and South East
Aug 28 2009 8:00P
Aeon Festival England
Aug 30 2009 8:00P
Poetry in Motion Aldermary House London, London and South East
Sep 16 2009 7:00P
Oneness@ The East African Ottawa, Ontario
Oct 10 2009 3:00P
Private Wedding Orange County
Oct 17 2009 9:00P
Dissident Festival! Beacon
Apr 17 2010 7:00P
Shout Outs of Paz NYC, New York

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   About ReadNex Poetry Squad Getting Ready for Europe
During times of civil unrest there often emerges a voice of reason that manages to shine through the foreboding uncertainty and challenge the systemic chaos.

Meet the ReadNex Poetry Squad, a group of four spoken word poets/emcees that have banded together to uplift urban communities through the power of music. Comprised of 4 esteemed lyrical “scholars” and 1 DJ—Decora, Free Flowin, Cuttz, Latin Translator and DJ H2O have managed to blend conscious social commentary with influences from Hip-Hop, Soul, Latin and Caribbean music, to create a unique sound that is already making an impact on not only the music industry, but the world.

During the development stages of their sophomore album, the group took to interviewing over 100 people from different cultural backgrounds, genders and neighborhoods to find out which problems are affecting today's society. Using those interviews as a blueprint for what needed to be discussed, they went into the studio and poured their blood, sweat and tears into the recording process. What emerged was Social ISsUe, an 80-minute LP that tackled head-on the issues of gentrification, sexism, racism, segregated education and inequality. The album sold 200 copies in New York during the first week, and went on to become a highly sought after album in the CD collections of many spoken-word aficionados.

Since the release of Social ISsUe, the ReadNex have gone on to do an 18-performance tour of London, headlined the “Hip-Hop Not War” tour and opened for the legendary Rage Against the Machine in April 2007. Most recently group member Latin Translator had the privilege sharing the stage with Ilyasah Shabazz, daughter of El Hajj Malik Shabazz, a.k.a. Malcolm X.

Not ones to forget about their purpose, the ReadNex have stuck to their commitment of being models for change and continue to hold monthly campaigns that range from fighting for the removal of U.S soldiers in Iraq to stopping the improper treatment of women in today's society. Currently they are re-developing their Nex to Read Program, a program geared towards helping today’s youth build their confidence and self –esteem through the power of poetry. The program was started in 2004, in Newburgh NY and is now being considered as an after school curriculum all over the state of New York.

With over 6000 CD’s sold independently and another tour planned for late summer, The ReadNex Poetry Squad are still getting started. 2007 marks the next chapter for the group as they have been billed for one on of the biggest Underground Hip Hop tours for 2008 and also have been selected as the protagonist in an Indie film due to come towards the end of 2008. These young artists have proven that every stanza and every verse that comes out of their mouth is Music with a cause not just beCause.



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Sistah Taraji





Jul 6 2009 12:28 AM

Thanx for the kind words and I will continue to support anyone who is trying to spread love and positivity and I think that you all are going to go far. Look out for me as well cause I am out here fighting with my armour on and my sword(the word) raised. Nuff Respect....peace
Art work





Jun 17 2009 5:18 PM

will do !..... peace to the human family as a whole
colin turnbull ...::::music::::..


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Jun 15 2009 7:02 AM

I'll talk to a few people.. maybe we could set up something though.. message me the dates when you have them.. maybe we'll have a little NY reunion in NorwaY.. basically.. you could flyer the city (BERGEN)
and get a really good turnout... they just had a HUGE! jazz fest here. Its one of the most cultural cities in the world for music and art! you could set up in the city center and perform... they'd probably put you all over the paper for doing it... ; )

message me .. i can tell you more.
Kennedy Thal





Jun 17 2009 4:58 PM

Thank you for the comment. You, also, have a way with words.

You've inspired me.

x.
Balkanizacija





Jun 24 2009 11:42 AM

HELLO FROM ODESSA!
TNX FOR ADD

"I think it's a beginig of beatuful frendship" (c)
BALKANIZACIJA!
Balkanizacija





Jun 17 2009 4:03 PM

"I think it's a beginig of beatuful frendship" (c)
BALKANIZACIJA!
What's in this Juice?





Jun 17 2009 2:45 PM

Hey there, thanks for the add! Great music, by the way. =) Hope you're enjoying our tunes; come back and visit us again soon!

~WITJ?
JG "Mr. Hit'em Off"





May 26 2009 11:59 PM

thanks for stopping through and showing support. I see you're in denver next month. where exactly are you performing?
Kennedy Thal





Jun 4 2009 8:24 AM

Of this eternity, there is, and will only ever be, one you.

Keep on dreaming. Don't forget what you're living for.

One Love.

Kennedy Thal.
J STEEZ " MUSIC PRODUCER/CEO BEAT HUSTLE ENT.





Jun 14 2009 7:08 PM

whats good!!
Baba





Jun 14 2009 7:23 PM

si bueno amigos;) hablamos
colin turnbull ...::::music::::..


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Jun 11 2009 7:05 PM

Where are you guys going.... ???

I'm in Norway(living).. and i'll be in london in a few weeks.. ; )
Baba





Jun 9 2009 7:49 PM

hello bros we can in contact...do you guys speak portugues our spain?
Adelaide Mackenzie ~ 9th July Thurs Blessed Souls!





Jun 10 2009 2:44 PM

Blessings thanks for your email regarding performing at Blessed Souls when you over in London?
Dividenz





Jun 11 2009 7:27 PM

Just slidin thru and showin some love. Holla back and let us know the latest and greatest!
$20...Mixtape Covers, Logos, Flyers. MY NEW PAGE!





Jun 13 2009 8:19 PM

Hey just wanted to say whats up, keep me posted and I'll do the same, peace!
Deemelo





Jun 11 2009 4:43 PM

Nice to meet you!!!
Shep Daddy x Bless x Deemelo

Have a good day!!!

MimiMills





Jun 11 2009 10:15 PM

your welcome.<3
Baba





Jun 1 2009 5:13 PM

thanks for add.sorry I don t know and. you guys i can play in your city?
bless
CHARLIE LIVE





May 27 2009 1:59 AM

WHAT UP WIT IT!!!!!
PAUL BERNARD (Norway)





Jun 1 2009 5:15 PM

what's up?
really good tracks ya'll got here!

do u need beats?

peace
pb
KOIAN





Jun 1 2009 10:17 PM

TRUE POETRY HERE, THANK YOU!
Uhuru sasa





Jun 2 2009 1:03 AM

Y'all are the truth! I saw y'all perform at some spot in Harlem before i moved to Philly in 2006.
I will be blessed to feel the vibes again in Philly. Peace.
Deeyana





Jun 2 2009 1:57 AM

Hi,
Thanks for the comment, I really appreciate it.
Deeyana x
Dj AndeS





Jun 1 2009 7:55 PM

thnks for the add...
peace
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