Five years ago, in a SolShock.com interview, poetess Gia Scott-Heron expressed her gratitude for close family and friends who comforted her during the difficult and grievous time of her father’s passing. As the daughter of the influential poet, musician and author Gil Scott-Heron (1949-2011), Gia takes her rightful place as a literary genius in her […]
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From Cincinnati to LA – Meet Slim da Reazon
StonesThrow Records recording artist and hip hop legend Percee P may have put it best when describing Slim da Reazon simply as a “lyrical mastermind” during the recording of their Jus Beyond produced track “Till Dawn.” In his hometown of Cincinnati, OH, Slim da Reazon aka Matthew Parham, exhibited rare talent early, honing his craft by performing poetry […]
Exclusive Debut Performance of “Edge” by Pony Box Dance Theatre May 24
For one night only, experience the innovative works of Pony Box Dance Theatre with one debut and two electrifying performances. “Edge” illuminates the poetry of Sylvia Plath and features the all-male contemporary dance troupe with a guest female LA Ballet soloist. This scintillating evening of dance at Pasadena’s Lineage Performing Arts Center is highly anticipated following the […]
SolShock.com Q&A with A.Sims – Long Beach Hip Hop Spoken Word Artist
Long Beach, CA is filled with powerful, talented artists. Whether it’s fine art and graph artists, musicians and indie bands, eco-friendly crafters and fashion designers, or poets and playwrights, this city is brimming with inspiration. On Long Beach’s north side, writer and spoken word artist A.Sims brings his love for God, Hip Hop and poetry to the […]
It’s Time To Smash! SolShock Q&A with Gia Scott-Heron
For over a decade, she has stood strong as an Artist and leading Poet, performing at L.A.’s most favored Spoken Word venues. Affectionately known as “Miss Gia”, Poetess/Author/Songwriter Gia Scott-Heron prepares for a special poetry slam honoring her legendary father, Gil Scott-Heron, on June 16. Armed with endearing new poems, heartfelt songs, and a fresh perspective, she’s ready to step to the mic and rise as […]