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I am relatively new to the spoken word scene, having organised and performed in two collaborative feature events through Monash Uni student theatre and performed at various open mics around Melbourne. I am originally from Zimbabwe but consider myself a bit of a cultural nomad. My content is heavily influenced by my exploration of cultural identity and human relationships, my journey with substance abuse and recovery and as an aperture through which I find relatability in the world.

It's that time of the month when sweets and poetry meet Ms Millies OctoberJay J Larkin

The fire continues as East/West meet at Blue Black Beatz Festival

Alárìíyá will be bringing all the Afro Jazz you need to Blue Black Beatz!!!😍😍😍😍

Sonik Waves are a part of the 8 hour Blue Black Beatz music festival..you know how the Islands get down right?...let's just say not too be missed!

Aw the count down has began! Looking forward to this gang on stage!

Our next dope line up for Blue Black Beatz will be Chris NG

Umulkhayr Hassan, more commonly known as Baasto, is an emerging neo soul and spoken word artist. Gracing the Melbourne music and poetry landscape with her Lauryn Hill like soft tones and Erykah Badu vibes - she brings a warm and playful energy to the stage. Combining funky soulful rhythms with elements from her Somali roots Baasto is developing a juicy sound that deftly reflects her identity. Often seen performing alongside local favourites such as Yusuf Harare Jnr, Whosane, and Creamy Spies, the 24 year old is undoubtedly set to establish herself as a talented artist in her own right.
Tickets $10 (cash only) at the door.

Is that?....Yes it Sophie Grophy will be joining the Blue Black Beatz line up! Be there or be average!

We are hosting 8 hours of musix bonanza at Immigration Museum for Melbourne Music Week. Line up will be announced real soon..but all of Melbourne's favourites will be there.

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Tis time for words and sweets!

Fringe Festival this year has got you all covered with WaniKyah ParrottZii WachoTendaNeil Morris. You know how it works, you want representation show out for your folks. Also buying your tickets in advance would be oh so divine! Thanks to Laila Thaker for putting the list together.
From top left to right (image):
... Seeping: 18 - 21 Sept Muniak Mulana: 10 - 16 Sept Matriarch: 22 - 29 Sept All that Glitters is Blak: 15th Sept Memoirs of a Decent Man: 26 - 28 Sept Liyan: 14 - 17 Sept Wilin Singe the Fringe: 15th Sept Bighouse Dreaming: 25 - 29 Sept Reclaiming the Naming: 26th Sept Jana Memoirs of a Future Past: 18 - 20 Sept Stories in Colour Noire: 18 - 21 Sept
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Today at 1pm. Come and say hello!

Laniyuk was born of a French mother and a Larrakia, Kungarrakan and Gurindji father. Her poetry and short memoir often reflects the intersectionality of her cross cultural and queer identity. She was fortunate enough to contribute to the book Colouring the Rainbow: Blak Queer and Trans Perspectives as well as winning the Indigenous residency for Canberra's Noted Writers Festival 2017. Laniyuk received Overland’s Writers Residency for 2018 as well as being shortlisted for Overland’s 2018 Nakata-Brophy poetry prize.
Ticekts $10 at the door.

Sounds of Garden of Eden tonight!