To mark the first anniversary of D’Angelo’s passing, The RAP Party invites you to Brown Sugar.

Hosted by Inua Ellams, this special event gathers 10 incredible contemporary poets from Greater Manchester (and neighbouring cities) to create and share new verse in response to Brown Sugar. One of the most important R&B records of the 1990s, Brown Sugar instantly established D’Angelo as one of the most gifted artists of his generation and is widely credited as a founding text of the neo-soul movement.

What might eloquent voices from contemporary poetry and spoken word movements have to say about our present realities? What could be the soundtrack to our day-to-day lives? Come chill and find out at Inua Ellams’ Rhythm And Poetry Party, a nostalgic, no-clutter, no-fuss, night of live poetry and music.

Featuring Jason Allen-Paisant, Princess Arinola Adegbite, Griot Gabriel, Khadijah Ibrahiim, Toreh O’Garro, Ella Otomewo, Keisha Thompson, Yusra Warsama, Reece Williams and Inua Ellams.

Join us for fresh perspectives on the timeless journeys, questions and reflections raised by D’Angelo. Presented by 05 Events in partnership with Manchester Literature Festival and Contact.

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