Video: Kae Tempest performs More Pressure | Grace
I used to think
Things were so clear
I was so near to nowhere
Video: Warsan Shire — Young Poet Laureate for London 2013-14
In her personal London Story, the latest of her commissions as part of her role as Young Poet Laureate for London, Warsan Shire uses the city as the backdrop for an exploration of her feelings of falling in love.
Liz Brazile: The Power of Sharing Stories
As Joe Clemons was growing up, he used to listen to family members share stories. Some stories were imaginative and rousing, while others were more monotonous. Nevertheless, hearing accounts of … Continue reading
Video: “Give” — Kate Tempest
In this rough-cut video, Kate Tempest performs “Give” at Sofar New York on April 9th, 2012.
Video: ‘Dregs in a Bottle’ by Kate Tempest
Kate Tempest performs “Dregs in a Bottle.” This video was filmed and recorded by Kim-Leng Hills in the poet’s house in November 2010.
Video: “Pennies” by Kate Tempest
A love poem by Kate Tempest, winner of the Ted Hughes award for innovation in poetry.
Video: “War Music” by Kate Tempest
Poet Kate Tempest performs “War Music” with improvised accompaniment by Tongue Fu.
Video: “Renegade” by Kate Tempest
Kate Tempest is the most exciting thing to happen to the English language in a long time.
Video: “Big Ugly Men” by Kate Tempest
In this wild poem, Gloria the Barmaid is trapped after hours in the bar with Clive and Spider.
Video: “The Ballad of Terry and Clive” by Kate Tempest
In November 2013, performance poet Kate Tempest and Battersea Arts Centre embarked on a journey together to tour the award winning show Brand New Ancients. … Continue reading
Video: Performance poet and rapper Kate Tempest
Brand New Ancients: the first of a three part series performed by spoken word artist Kate Tempest during a 2013 tour through England and ending in New York City.. Directed … Continue reading
