MoonLark Guestbook - Nov 2001-Nov 2002

Moonlark Guestbook Entries - Nov 2001 - Nov 2002

Damn it's gettting slow in here. Where are you people?
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, USA - Saturday, November 09, 2002 at 11:26:28 (EST)

SOUL FUSION will take place Nov. 20th from 9:30pm-until @ the Kopus Restaraunt, 7132 Florida Blvd. (across from Bon Marche mall). The new Poetry Alliance reading will start Dec. 7, 2002 @ Club Culture, on Oklahoma St. just off Nicholson Dr.
D. Brasco <simplebutdope@blackplanet.com>
relieved, USA - Thursday, November 07, 2002 at 14:33:16 (EST)

I'm going to make it to the slam tonite,bar I don't get slammed on my way there.Donnie I recieved your email for the new and rising PA weekly reading and Soul Fusion Congrats.and I wish yall the best.I will have flyers of my new website at tonoight slam I was able to run across some$ to make it.So I'll forget the things which are behind me and press forward to the things which is before me with a new fresh poem for my people enjoyment peace.
Liberty
I'll be there tonite, La USA - Wednesday, November 06, 2002 at 11:16:36 (EST)

yo...just droppin' in to read the shite...i hope whatever you ppl (xer0 and donney) have cookin' is good...i'm sure it will be...laterzzz
shelley <pincushioN@antisocial.com>
USA - Wednesday, November 06, 2002 at 08:11:03 (EST)

I did(grin)I needed that Al ELL yea brasco let me know I'll plug it in my website.
Liberty
USA - Tuesday, November 05, 2002 at 17:24:24 (EST)

It is not A1, I am not a steak sauce, (grin now), it is A. L. as in Aubrey Lane. Donney, did you mention where these events were taking place? Did I miss the names of the new places?
A ELL
USA - Tuesday, November 05, 2002 at 16:44:20 (EST)

Thank you Ray and Al for your words you are a true inspriation to me you are my friends.Let's get one thing right you do not have to feel sorry for me and my feelings have nothing to do with me not showing up to slam $ is the reason why I love to perform and I will perform But I feel it's not fair for me to show up without $ and expect to get in free when everybody else pay.It don't have anything to with judges the judges do a fine job.It don't have anything to do with anybody and there clicks and feelings.I love poetry and I thank you all who support the cause of poetry the movement and everything in between.Like I said it's not because of mind games people play why Im not showing up, Its financial.Too many people showed to much love to me for me not to show up behind bull*--* like that.To Brasco calm down Gee adding feul to the flame profit nothing I performed with you when they had only two people who showed up we did that.On another note I'am updating a my new web site and the format is different than before but its cool.As I speak Iam a member of 15 Fantasy sports leagues by Yahoo and ESPN wherein Iam rank in the top 10 in 10 National Groups Im rank #1 in three of them,Im talking intense competition with experienced players nation wide so it's all good.I just had to let them know I know what there doing and motive behind it.peace
Liberty
cool, La USA - Tuesday, November 05, 2002 at 16:26:52 (EST)

It's not a game no more.... let me start off by saying F#ck Swamp Mama's because Simple But Dope Productions has found a NEW and BETTER home to hold our growing SOUL FUSION event, Secondly THE POETRY ALLIANCE has found an OLD, but CLASSIC home to hold our weekly readings, so just when you thought it wasn't returning... guess again. And to Liberty, what the hell is really going on, the pity party has got to stop, you got grown people on the site feeling sorry for you, goddammit either these "mysterious" people you talk about either like your poetry or they don't, you're too old to give a shit about what people think any damn way, nobody said that everything in poetry or the poetry community was all lovely and fair, but hell, neither is life, and honestly more people than you know, know where this anger or frustration is directed, so just holla at those people, otherwise, drink some prune juice...and let tha shit go! We gotta world to save through this poetry movement, so either you're all in or you're all out, make the judgement call. I'm out... no more comforting grown people, if you object to the comments, #774-0330, get at me, I aint hard to find. D.Brasco
Donney Brasco <dbrasco_gwt@hotmail.com>
enuffalready, USA - Tuesday, November 05, 2002 at 14:41:36 (EST)

This is normally the time of year when we clear out the guestbook. If no one objects, I'll do that some time this week. The current guestbook entries will be archived. You can check out the previous years' guestbooks by going to the top of the guestbook page, or following these links - 1999-2000 or 2000-2001. Think of it as a fresh start! My best to all of you. I miss my Baton Rouge peeps. Hey, it's Election Day. Don't forget to get out and vote. Remember - "Regime change begins at home!"
Mike M <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Tuesday, November 05, 2002 at 12:46:01 (EST)

hey rey if you get time could you please e mail me a copy of those phrases you had wendsday and if anyone talks to meagan please ask her to bring my cool devices tape .....thanx
trey <raven70812@yahoo.com>
nowhere, La USA - Tuesday, November 05, 2002 at 12:07:42 (EST)

VOTE !!! GET OUT THERE AND DON'T FORGET TO VOTE !!!
Remember to VOTE
USA - Tuesday, November 05, 2002 at 07:52:41 (EST)

Liberty, only you and you alone can make yourself feel what you feel; sadness or happiness. You are very fortunate in many ways, especially with the people that care about you. So try focusing on the people that make you happy and as for the rest of them, well, the rest of them are just debris.
A. L.
USA - Monday, November 04, 2002 at 21:56:20 (EST)

But It's nice to see some new names at the top of the list in the open slams!!!
Liberty
USA - Monday, November 04, 2002 at 15:58:30 (EST)

You know what,I remember slamming at M's fine & Mellow Cafe'and I decided to perform a poem called "My Mommy Done Gone"and I miss making the finals by .01 of a point but after the slam a lady who I never me came to me crying saying,"that poem reminded me of my son who is in trouble you truly touched my heart now I know Im not alone".That was the greatest moment I ever experienced in our poetic community.While at Nationals in Minneapolis,MN I was blessed to spend time with a poet from New York City name Celina Glenn who was on this years winning NYC Urbana team also she won the Individual title in 2001.What impressed me about her and the rest of the Urbana team was how humble they were and the advice they gave me and I said AHHH this is what it's all about this is the slam I LOVE.But on the other hand I'am like $10.00 or $15.00 in debt with the doorman in which I don't want to go in more debt,you have poets(im not going to call out names you know who you are)who whisper to each other everytime I walk on the stage to perform and they did on several occassions,you have some who try to make me feel guilty for loving to slam saying,"Your taking slams way to far"and why do you keep up that stuff It don't mean nothing right now as I speak I hate slams because of it also I know there motivation of them treating me like that because of what I said about members of the National Slam Team telling them they need to slam more and in there mind they think I'm jealous of them and how well they did at nationals.This is the side of the slam I hate they form clicks and they critize.Something like you ran your plane in my building now I'm gonna bomb you and your people every chance I get.I will always write for myself I will die a writer.If I get some money I'll come its bit of a hard transistion from working the door and getting paid for it than not working the door and paying to get in just keeping it real.peace.
Liberty
I'll be OK, La USA - Monday, November 04, 2002 at 12:59:53 (EST)

Ray, you have shown your true heart in what you wrote this evening. I am always amused by your dry wit and your demeanor that is devoid of superfluity; but tonight I perceive a kindhearted man with a great understanding and compassion for your friends. And by the way, I love your voice.
A. L.
USA - Sunday, November 03, 2002 at 20:58:06 (EST)

Yo Liberty, You are the slam! The slam is everyone, anyone, who thinks poetry is light and the people who attempt it and those that listen are in search of light in a world that is worth lighting. Don't, please don't, let those that look for dark sway your enthusiam. Al is right; F*^# 'em. Remember and notice the people who do appreciate what you do; there are many of us. In my opinion what you do with your poetry is unique and extremely interesting. I have watched you grow and pass through many levels of awareness in your writing and you have done this without formal training using whatever means you find available to you. You should be very proud of your sucesses and you will learn most from your failures. But keep looking, listening, working, and writing. Then come show us what you figured out. You are the slam; you are what slam is about. Anyone who judges you poorly is a poor judge in my opinion. peace/love
Ray
Ethel, USA - Sunday, November 03, 2002 at 13:32:14 (EST)

We must always move forward, Liberty. We must accept the fact that not everyone in this world has had the opportunity to be taught the Gift of compassion and sensitivity. We must also accept the fact, that many people have not realized that they are nothing more than mere mortals taking up space in this world. What has made you miserable has absolutely no substance in the "real" world. Come to accept with tongue in cheek, the scenarios put before you, put them in perspective, and as the intelligent man that you are, ignore them. Pick up your pen, memorize your poetry and let us enjoy YOU again. Come home.
A L
USA - Saturday, November 02, 2002 at 20:50:45 (EST)

But it's nothing I can't overcome need little time.
liberty
USA - Saturday, November 02, 2002 at 20:45:17 (EST)

sobbing in my misery.
liberty
USA - Saturday, November 02, 2002 at 19:02:35 (EST)

Where are you Liberty? We miss you.
The Gang
USA - Saturday, November 02, 2002 at 18:59:20 (EST)

Damn Xero, You got me all up and wondering what's up. Thou i feel bad i wouldn't be at the Wednesday slam till after my next Psyc test, that is on a wednesday so that will cut out my Psyc studying. See ya'll later, Good luck Xero and cohort
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, USA - Saturday, November 02, 2002 at 11:09:51 (EST)

Hey yall!!! I'm back and I'm so glad to once again be hosting the slam with all my friends. I want all of you to believe me when I say that poetry in Baton Rouge is about to erupt and spill over into this city like a cascade of passion and light. Baton Rouge is a "poetry town" and everyone here is about to learn that. I can't say much about it right now, but the plan that me and my cohorts are presently putting into action will change everything. THIS IS A MOVEMENT!!! We are all fortunate to be alive in this moment in time to witness what is about to happen. Someday we will all look back on these days and be in awe of what we had...what we did.
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Saturday, November 02, 2002 at 01:21:47 (EST)

Sorry I missed last night @ the Moon R.C, I got your email and saw your post, both this morning, and no SOUL FUSION has not become a weekly event, as a matter of fact we have to find a new house for it for Nov. 20th because the owner was quote "uncomfortable with the amount of vulgarity during the show"... or whatever, but to everyone else, I hope to get to see y'all soon, just been real busy with school and stuff, glad to hear people are still bringing the heat at the slams, I'll be back to incur low scores soon enough. gone in 60 seconds, Don' Brasco
d. rose <simplebutdope@blackplanet.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Friday, November 01, 2002 at 10:27:13 (EST)

It's been four years now, watching the man act the fool from the mic and last night I came to the realization that, THE BOY CAN REALLY ACT!!! Preforming an excerpt from his upcoming Shakespearian Extravaganza, Dr. Rowdy treated us to an enthralling presentation that made me sit up and pay attention. Needless to say, I was blown away and impressed! Miss Lesann would not be put to shame either with a top shelf performance of her Alien Android piece that we haven't seen since last year. Certainly one of the top performances of the evening and those who weren't there, well you missed out. However, you've still got one shot left to get your Halloween Ya-Ya's out tonight. FREE, FREE, FREE, Halloween reading tonight with "Poets Anonymous" and all of the "YOUsual sUSpects" at the Spanish Moon, where your presence is requested. 7:30 - 10:00, we hope to see you there!
WOOF!!!
USA - Thursday, October 31, 2002 at 14:26:45 (EST)

Donney, we're supposed to be on from 7:30 to 10:00. However, the way we've been yanked around the last month or so, I'm gonna stop by tonight and confirm that. Hope to see you at Slam or at the Fusion if ya'll are on tonight and let you know. I heard the show was weekly now? If so, Kudos, the Fusion is cool! Talk ya tonight. WOOF!!! P. S. Who's this AL dissin on Miss Shelley? STOP IT, that's my gig! I love you Shelley...
WOOF!!!
USA - Wednesday, October 30, 2002 at 09:22:20 (EST)

Hello Everyone, Don't forget tonight is the halloween Slam. It's an open slam and many people (anyone who wants to) will be reading their favorite halloween poem from a dead poet as well as their own poem for the competition. You don't have to enter the contest to read the halloween poem. Also, some will be in costume, so if you want to, do it up. peace/love
Ray
Ethel, USA - Wednesday, October 30, 2002 at 08:43:50 (EST)

R.C., I lost your number, call me at home this evening after 9pm and let me know exactly what's going on @the Spanish Moon for this Thursday
Donney <dbrasco_gwt@hotmail.com>
br, USA - Tuesday, October 29, 2002 at 17:53:14 (EST)

MMMM, I RATHER PREFERRED THE FRIENDLIER BUSH THAT I ENCOUNTERED...THE ONE WITH THE CAPS...
AL
USA - Monday, October 28, 2002 at 11:58:00 (EST)

Great site! Good luck.
Ed <ed@pimpplace.com>
Brighton, MA USA - Sunday, October 27, 2002 at 17:57:16 (EST)

Shelley BUSH, i miss you girl, where you been? You need to come! laters
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, USA - Saturday, October 26, 2002 at 21:35:49 (EDT)

hrm...that wasn't me...just to let you know...i don't use caps...good thing i don't come around anymore--not room enough for two shelleys...:P~
shelley <pincushion@antisocial.com>
USA - Saturday, October 26, 2002 at 18:27:13 (EDT)

Good food, good company and good poetry.
Aubrey
USA - Thursday, October 24, 2002 at 07:23:21 (EDT)

hey i was at the slam last nite. you guys were great and i look forward to coming back again sometime soon!!!
Shelley <lildoll02@yahoo.com>
USA - Thursday, October 24, 2002 at 04:21:18 (EDT)

hey ray if you have any or can make any fliers for the slam some teachers would love the information...thanx.
trey <raven70812@yahoo.co>
USA - Wednesday, October 23, 2002 at 08:06:26 (EDT)

Hey, Ill be at the slam tomorrow, but Ill be late. Would someone please place my name on the list in and around 6 or 8 provided there are that many poets in the house? Much obliged...Peaches and lub!
Jackie Brown
USA - Wednesday, October 23, 2002 at 00:15:09 (EDT)

We will miss you and your "pickle" poetry. Hope your grades improve and you return very soon with new intros for the upcoming "Pickle Awareness Month".
Aubrey
USA - Tuesday, October 22, 2002 at 19:29:07 (EDT)

Thanks anyway RC, but after reviewing my grades, i think i need to take a short subaticle (break) from the slam till i know that the grades are good. I'll miss all of you'll and i'll try and squeeze out a new poem between classes or studying. (translation: i'm not coming wednesday and the next one is up in the air) "May the candle of insiration burns the brightest in the souls of poets, artist, musicians as a light in the dark for all lost souls caught in the dark dullness of realty. May our candles become torches, our torches to fire, our fires to infernos that destroys the emptiness in all of us. We poets, artist, muiscians are the defenders of life." Peace out
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, USA - Tuesday, October 22, 2002 at 19:20:13 (EDT)

Okay Cosmos admit it. You don't really need a ride, you just like hangin out with Liberty and his buddy the Dog! It's like this man, if I can manage to evade the EBR Animal Control officers for another twenty six hours or so and actually show up at the Slam. I'm likely leaving there to head down and taint the mic at the "Soul Fusion" show. So, unless ya wanna hang around until elevenish or later, you might want to find another ride. Otherwise, yeah I can take you home. Oh, for those of you from Slam who missed the last "Soul Fusion" (which means almost all of you). You missed out on one heck of a show with a packed house, good poetry & company and great music!
WOOF!!!
USA - Tuesday, October 22, 2002 at 17:42:23 (EDT)

[this made me think of Roger. Roger, where y'at?]
Today in literary history
On this day in 1885, the French poet Arthur Rimbaud wrote to his mother that he had decided to become a gun runner in Ethiopia, so beginning the last phase of his wild, infamous and short life. more at Salon.com
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Tuesday, October 22, 2002 at 09:54:27 (EDT)

HAy, RC i may need another ride back to campus. Megan is skipping out on me again. Man the Ru crew is now no down to me, what the f***!!....ok yeah man, if you could give me a ride if i go. if i go, not sure yet, Thanks again. Later
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, USA - Monday, October 21, 2002 at 11:14:47 (EDT)

I enjoy this site very much, but I do not enjoy the in-house fighting among you. Tsk Tsk
Aubrey <Aubrey Lane @aol.com>
USA - Saturday, October 19, 2002 at 18:46:15 (EDT)

There should not be any war of words, and truthfully it don't matter what they meant its how I took it that matters.The same goes about the comment I made about the members of the National Slam Team,It didn't matter what I meant its how they took it,and everybody and they mama bash my ass out they even try to make me feel quilty about loving to slam telling me and I qrote," Man your taking slams way to far!"and why do you collect all that stuff.Screaming out Color Complexe cause I sat next to white man on the bus returning from Nationals and expect me not to bash them the way they bashed me.You see I will take care of the way I feel and nobody is worth me harboring resentments over nothing.
Liberty
poetryexpression, La USA - Saturday, October 19, 2002 at 17:05:38 (EDT)

I sure am sorry I missed this grand slam, it sounds like it was quite interesting, big ups to the "slam masters" xero, mona, and my personal favorite among the new "Slam Masters", young TAAJ. Trust me, in a minute Taaj is going to have EVERYBODY going back to the verbal "drawing board" in order to be able to contend with her at a slam...be forewarned. Liberty, based on reading your comments, I advise that you personally speak to your detractors about the behavior that is bothering you. They may be doing it out of love, they may be doing it out of spite.... they may be doing it just cuz they think it's pretty damn funny, who knows, but just so that you have some peace of mind, and so that there doesn't become another "ugly war of words" on the guestbook, holla at the people, if it truly offends you and they profess to be your friends... they'll stop, if not f#ck it, just do what you do. Just my 2 cents, my 10 cents is free. To everyone else, Swamp Mama's this Wednesday, the 23rd, miss you cats, see ya when I can. Ghostwriter D.B
D. Brasco <dbrasco_gwt@hotmail.com>
welli'llbedamn, la USA - Saturday, October 19, 2002 at 14:16:16 (EDT)

RC,1/2 of the words you use I truly don't know what they mean,but don't be mistaken Im not doubting the truthfulness of your statements because most of it is true.Im only questioning the motives as to why Iam the only poet that bring about this critical form of critique most of the time I enter their presence.All Im saying If Xero or anyone else grace the mic but happen to fumble through a few words be critical of them and write down their mistakes like you write down mine and don't cover their mistakes by cheering on the words they speak that arouses you and be silent throughout my performance or anyone else who haven't achieved staggering poetic accomplishments it makes 1 look like their only in it for the glammor of it and not for the love of it.
Liberty
www.Poetryslam.net/liberty, La USA - Friday, October 18, 2002 at 15:55:23 (EDT)

Liberty, please accept my apology for suggesting that you get back to using the mic on occasion. I sincerely find the sound and magnetism of your voice to be very soothing and just want to be able to hear it. Totally selfish I know so, don't let it get to ya. As for your other egocentric, meddlesome detractors, don't let them bother you either man. Personally, I think it's the quaint naivete of your mispronounced malaprops and literary errata that endears you to the audience. I've had many to tell me they find them entertaining and highly amusing. Lets face it, any idiot with a GED and a dictionary can come across as intelligent and educated (at least that's what I'm shooting for). It takes a real man to stand up, be who and what he is without want or need of support from those critics who offer advice under that unmistakably pretentious facade of caring about you. Keep up the good work and do your own thing man. I'll mind my own business and won't offer any more suggestions, I promise. Piece man!!!
WOOF!!!
USA - Friday, October 18, 2002 at 15:00:54 (EDT)

Cosmos, the Moon is open on weekends, I think they open at six?
WOOF!!!!
USA - Friday, October 18, 2002 at 13:35:51 (EDT)

Hay Ray, my grandma wants to know what kind of pecans you got. Also what else you got growing otu there. And RC, dude, see the post i left for you, Later
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, USA - Friday, October 18, 2002 at 12:27:34 (EDT)

ray, i just love the way u typed my name (all caps). can i assume that u were saying it at the same time? =}
TAAJ
baton rouge, la USA - Friday, October 18, 2002 at 03:27:40 (EDT)

ray, i just love the way u typed my name (all caps). can i assume that u were saying it at the same time? =}
TAAJ
baton rouge, la USA - Friday, October 18, 2002 at 03:26:37 (EDT)

Hay RC, is the Spainsh Moon open on the weekends, if so what time? I got a friend that need to scope the place out for a band she's tryong to get here. See you'll later
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, USA - Thursday, October 17, 2002 at 19:37:08 (EDT)

1st of all I want to give it up for Xero,Taaj, and Mona on a well-deserved victory in a fantastic grand slam.I also would like to express the good and consistent job the judges done in the process.Also I have to get something off my chest concerning the way people feel about my performance as of late and the way I choose to connect with my people for 3 minutes.You have one person openly acknowledge how I run out of breath in the middle of a performance.You have another acknowledges I don't use the mic enough.Then you have another who seem to hoop and holla during curtain poets performances yet when I take the stage they get silent pull out a peice of paper to write down words I mispronounce and it seems that of all the poets that graced the mic with their words Iam the only poet they do this to so I can't help but to question there motives.I wonder how that you have poets who would forget lines in their poems & get encouragment yet when I take the stage the set their minds to critize and make it seem like Iam looking out for your welfair.The reason why Iam adressing this matter because this is not the first time that this happen it even happen on more than one ocassion while we were at Nationals that really bugged me.All Iam saying if you are gonna Pull out a peice of paper to judge my vocabulary then it would only be fare if you do that to all poets in your presence.Don't just hoop and holla for the powers that be then become critical of everyone else it make you look fake.On the other hand to them that encourage my performence my passion my love for the art I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart and its because of you selected few that keep me encourage to go on doing what I love to do and don't make me feel quilty about it.What upsets me about it they do it openly in the presence of people and some of the people don't even know me.So if your gonna be critical of one poet in rightousness it would be beneficial to be critical of all poets in rightousness and the same goes If your cheer on poets in rightousness it would be beneficial to try to cheer on all poets.You don't want people to thank your showing respect of people.Peace.
Liberty
Grand slam, La USA - Thursday, October 17, 2002 at 18:01:19 (EDT)

I really enjoyed the slam last night. It was the first slam that my mother attended and she was lucky enough to witness a grand slam. The poets inspired me, Ray made me laugh,long lost Clara returned, and Mortorano's provided the perfect ambiance. Xero, I have the "Standing at the Scratch Line" book for you and Melana to read. I will leave it in my car, but you have to remind me to take it out. And Mona, girl, you can truly make a man blush. Peace!
Alyson McCord <armresipsa@aol.com>
B.R., LA USA - Thursday, October 17, 2002 at 12:56:09 (EDT)

YES-YES!!! Last nights slam was very good. TH efood was good like always. And Ray, what the hell do i do with this damn Zuchai (or however you spell it) ummmmm I forgot!!! till next wednesday, Laters!! P.S.-If one person calls my "Dilly the Kid" i'll go medievil on you and write a nasty poem about you!!! Later!!!
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galalxy, USA - Thursday, October 17, 2002 at 09:33:14 (EDT)

The Grand Slam was wonderful last night TAAJ; there was a great crowd, great poetry, and a whole lotta love going around. Congratulations to Xero, Yourself, and Mona on winning and thanks to all the poets who won a spot in this competition. Five years and the slam is still going strong. Next week starts the new round and there are many poets out there who are teetering on the edge of reading; There were several new poets in the crowd last night who everyone was encouraging to read in the next opens; y'all put a poem in your pocket and come on down, any Wednesday at 7:00pm, to Mortorano's on 3rd and Florida. peace/love (Where is Becky Larkin?)
Ray
Ethel, USA - Thursday, October 17, 2002 at 08:39:45 (EDT)

i just wanted to say that i had a wonderful time tonight @ the slam. to all of the poets, much love.....i think it's beautiful how we support each other and compliment each other's work. congratulations to 2 of my favorite poets, XERO & MS. MONA!!! ya'll inspire me so much that its ridiculous. until, my prayers go up for U, U and especially U.......peace.
TAAJ
baton rouge , la USA - Thursday, October 17, 2002 at 03:35:13 (EDT)

My new webpage is almost completed,its a little different than the first but its Ok.It will be posted on Poetryslam.Net in about a week.So good luck to all the poets at the grandslam tonite.peace
Liberty
NewWebPage, La USA - Wednesday, October 16, 2002 at 12:09:49 (EDT)

Much thanks RC!! like i said, i just need a ride back to campus. SO i'll be out at the Grand Slam. See ya'll tonight. Later
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, USA - Wednesday, October 16, 2002 at 08:59:42 (EDT)

No prob Cos! As a member of the official taxi service of Slam, I'd be happy to give ya a ride. Looking forward to a big night and some great poultry. Piece!
WOOF!!!
USA - Tuesday, October 15, 2002 at 09:05:57 (EDT)

Hi to you and your guests. Having just had lasik eye surgery I can see what a great job you've done here. I recommend laser eye surgery to anyone. I swear by laser surgery and/or lasik surgery if you need that. I thought you'd like a little verbal communication on this point. Great job!!!
Cynthia Lasik
Portland, OR US - Tuesday, October 15, 2002 at 01:05:41 (EDT)

HAY - RC, if i can't a ride back to LSU, can you just like drop me off by the gates or something, i can walk back to my dorm, but i just need to get back to the campus. Till Wednesday, later!!
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxyl, USA - Monday, October 14, 2002 at 22:27:58 (EDT)

Hello everyone, This Wednesday is the Grand Slam. Don't miss it. The weather is finally cooperating and there is a great line-up of poets performing. peace/love
Ray
Ethel, USA - Monday, October 14, 2002 at 13:10:51 (EDT)

hey megan,when ever u get around to it,please bring my cool devices tape that kat let you borrow thanx
tery <raven70812@yahoo.com>
USA - Monday, October 14, 2002 at 12:27:36 (EDT)

What's up everybody, For anyone who missed the October 9th edition of Simple But Dope Productions, LLC and Continuum Music's SOUL FUSION, event, be sure not to miss it twice. On October 23, 2002 @ Swamp Mama's (formerly m's fine and mellow) SOUL FUSION will be featuring none other than James "Pimp" Walker, 2002 National Slam Poet and the smooth sounds of up-and-coming Baton Rouge R&B group, Nuance (featuring Clinton "Tre" Pullen). Doors open at 9:30pm, LADIES admitted for $2 until 10pm. Hope to see everyone make it. Peace out y'all, Donney B.
Donney Brasco <dbrasco_gwt@hotmail.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Sunday, October 13, 2002 at 20:13:52 (EDT)

WOW! this is some nice weather. Hope to see everyone at the grand slam. till then laters!!!
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, USA - Sunday, October 13, 2002 at 12:16:10 (EDT)

My web page is lost.I was trying to add pictures,a chat room,and other multiple pages to my homepage and ended up losing it.sorry for the inconvience.I'm thinking about changing host to angelfire.com with more top of the line features that poetryslam.net is featured threw I will give you an update later.peace.
Liberty
USA - Friday, October 11, 2002 at 17:28:39 (EDT)

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Las Vegas, NV US - Thursday, October 10, 2002 at 22:12:55 (EDT)
Don't forget after leaving tomorrow night's slam at Mortorano's, to make your way down the street to Swamp Mama's to check out SOUL FUSION featuring Mona Webb and trumpeteer extraordinaire, John Gray. Doors open at 9:30pm. Hosted by yours truly, Donney Brasco and Knowledge. Brought to you by Simple But Dope Productions, LLC & Continuum Music
Brasco <brasco.com>
fusionland, la USA - Wednesday, October 09, 2002 at 00:47:45 (EDT)
Mike, thanks for making the correction. I enjoyed the intimacy of the slam. Next time you come to town, you absolutely have to read. Please consider this a formal request.
Alyson
USA - Tuesday, October 08, 2002 at 14:55:32 (EDT)
Alyson, mea culpa! I had entered the names incorrectly from last Wednesday's slam. It has been corrected. I really enjoyed seeing everyone at Wednesday's pre-storm slam. Taaj, it was a pleasure to finally meet you. Xero, sorry to have missed you, man. Best regards until next time I'm in town.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Tuesday, October 08, 2002 at 12:40:11 (EDT)
Ray, I thought that I placed at the last slam. Am I mistaken?
Alyson
BR, LA USA - Tuesday, October 08, 2002 at 11:37:24 (EDT)
Hello everyone--This Wednesday is the third open slam; your last chance to qualify for the Grand Slam next Wednesday. Put a poem in your pocket and come on out to Mortorano's for great food, wine, friends, and poetry.
Ray
Ethel, USA - Tuesday, October 08, 2002 at 08:36:46 (EDT)
Hey RC...I work with a Guichet...first time I ever heard anyone else say that name...we must talk. Until the next encounter...Peaches and lub
JB
Bust, USA - Saturday, October 05, 2002 at 23:55:18 (EDT)
Your ass man! Where you been...and Miss Mona? So I ragged on ya uh-huh, but not like it was behind your back? Much like the Guichet family on my mother's side. If ya don't wanna be talked about... ya gotta be there!!! Although I must say, I don't know about paying someone to shake their booty in my name. I'm envious, gotta work up to it I guess...
WOF!!!
USA - Saturday, October 05, 2002 at 23:33:53 (EDT)
Hey everybody! This is xero and I just wanted to say how I really miss everyone. The positive energy that you guys were bestowing upon me every week was not adequately appreciated until it was no more. I ravenously hunger for the lost presence of my fellow poets. I'll smile when I see you all again. I promise. Peace, poets!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
Baton Rouge , LA USA - Saturday, October 05, 2002 at 14:29:17 (EDT)
Thank you Miss Taaj, I really enjoyed your piece as well. Both yourself and Miss Megan put on top shelf Slam performances and I loved your upside down rainbow smile line. As for that new-cumber Kosmos, several good groaner puns with great word play in the Pickle Prologue piece. I got to hear a couple of lines from the original he had reworked and was really tickled. And the Mad Kat, p-psychotic as always! Seems like only the hardcore have made it out for the last two hurricane parties? Hopefully we'll have a better turn out this coming week and I hope to see everyone there. Provided Ray don't ban the barroom poets before then (I think I embarrassed him?)!
WOOF!!!
USA - Friday, October 04, 2002 at 16:51:23 (EDT)
And to add as a correction, SWAMP MAMA's is located off the corner of Third St. & North Blvd., not Third St. and Laurel as I had previously mentioned, Liberty if you could make the correction on your page it would be greatly appreciated. peace out y'all, Brasco
donney
liliville, USA - Friday, October 04, 2002 at 16:25:09 (EDT)
I hope all is well with everyone in light of the hurricane. I personally didn't get affected by it, there was no heavy raining or trees dropping on my house or nothing like that. As a reminder, Wednesday, Oct. 9th, @ Swamp Mama's (formerly M's fine & mellow), SOUL FUSION featuring Mona Webb and trumpeteer, John Gray, will be going down. Doors open at 9:30, LADIES ADMITTED FREE until 10pm, brought to you by Simple...But Dope Productions, LLC/Continuum Music. THERE WILL ALSO BE 2 OPEN MIC SEGMENTS!!! Don't miss it! Holla at everyone later, D.Brasco
donney b <dbrasco_gwt@hotmail.com>
brc, la - Friday, October 04, 2002 at 13:46:08 (EDT)
i guess i will be the second, cosmos....it has been a while since i came out to the red stick slam, and i almost didn't come last night. however i really enjoyed all of the poets that read, especially r.c.'s poem. i feel much more confident reading w/o paper after last night. hopefully i can begin to recite all of my poetry from memory.....my prayers go out you, you, and especially you. until.......peace.
TAAJ
not supposed to be doing this at work, USA - Friday, October 04, 2002 at 00:55:54 (EDT)
WEll hehe, first to comment on teh wednesday slam.It was small but we had fun. John hosted for the first time. He did ok as a virgin host. I'm waiting for Ray's daugther to host the slam. Also Ray got up and read some poetry. And Madd Katt gave his last poem there for awhile as he began his tour in Europe. Also Mike was there. Only four poets really read, some other came but to late to read, oh well. Hopefully see you'll next wednesday. LATER!!!
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, USA - Thursday, October 03, 2002 at 20:01:41 (EDT)
Ok Necked Poet, I thought you would answer my question,nevertheless the famous Latin subscription "Novus Ordo Seclorum"is on the backside of every $Dollar Bill printed around the pyrimid...I wonder why do they put Latin words on the back of an American seal, maybe there trying to conceal its true meaning who knows?Also look on the backside of a $10.00 dollar bill and find the guy hitchhiking for a ride!
Liberty <www.poetryslam.net>
USA - Wednesday, October 02, 2002 at 18:00:21 (EDT)
Based on current weather predictions, there will be NO READING at the Spanish Moon this Thursday evening. Unless of course you've got big gonads and are well versed in the art of blowin it out at better than hurricane force(and there are a few!). Then, you can do it in the parking lot while the rest of us are home with our heads between our knees(or someone else's?) If this changes, we'll update you here and in the e-mail. Otherwise, Donney Brasco will be bringin it to ya live and off da hook come the following Thursday night. Hope to see ya'll there and at the SLAM tonight!
WOOF!!!
USA - Wednesday, October 02, 2002 at 13:19:59 (EDT)
R.C., I got your message but inadverntly erased your number, so if the reading is on for Thursday, I'll be out there, if not call back and let me know what's the deal for the following week. Hope everyone enjoys the slam tonight, I'll be spending time with my baby.... THE MOCHA ROOM on "tha yard", Urban poetry at its GODDAMN FINEST!
don brasc' <dbrasco_gwt@hotmail.com>
umhmm, la USA - Wednesday, October 02, 2002 at 10:09:02 (EDT)
The Slam is definitely on tonight; this is your last chance to get out and prepare yourself emotionally for tomorrow's storm. Wait a minute--that's what we do every Weds night at the slam. So, OK, we'll do what we do all over again this Weds. There are several new poets performing tonight and many of our favorites. Tonight is the second open so anybody who signs the book by 7:30 can read and take a shot at making it to the Grand Slam in two weeks. Peace/Love
Ray
Ethel, USA - Wednesday, October 02, 2002 at 09:54:59 (EDT)
OK, scratch everythingi typed in my last post and i'll porbaly see ya'll wednesday. Yes i know don't even type it!! Snoogens
Kosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, USA - Tuesday, October 01, 2002 at 10:19:24 (EDT)
Just want to say word up to all the poets at the wednesday slam. If Megan hasn't said anything yet but she's not going tot he slam because she's saving up money to go on a trip so that may mean that i wont come UNLESS i can get a ride back to the LSU campus where my dorm is. If not then see ya'll whenever. I can work on some new stuff and come back and blow ya'll away. later!!!
Kosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, USA - Monday, September 30, 2002 at 20:43:14 (EDT)
Im back from the Bahamas with some serious poetry withdrawal! It was hot as CUSS over there and contrary to what the news said...Kyle and Lili were nowhere to be found. Isadore, however, caused us to miss our flight out of N.O. Never thought I would be grateful for Baton Rouge's little rinky dink (compared to everybody else's) air port. Nevertheless, we made our cruise ship connection with approximately 20 mins to spare. Had a great time but I missed my family and all of my poetic friends. On the ship, poetry was "obsolete." Provided Im recooped from four days of fun and about 12 hours of sleep total, Ill see u all on wednesday. Peaches and lub...
JB
Exhausted, USA - Monday, September 30, 2002 at 09:18:23 (EDT)
Thanx for the tip brassco,I have put the open mic segment up on post peace.
Liberty <www.poetryslam.net/liberty>
newupdate, La USA - Friday, September 27, 2002 at 17:22:26 (EDT)
Yo Liberty, good lookin' out for the post on your web page, the color background looks real cool, and you had the information exactly accurate, except you forgot to include that we'll be having 2 open mic segments, but thanx anyways. I have been out of school for 3 days for no damn reason, because this "hurricane" hasn't effected shit, but I'm more than happy for the vacation. I'll be once again hosting the Spanish Moon this up coming Thursday, alongside my always politically incorrect and sometimes moronic sidekick R.C Sanders, hope to see everyone there. Xero, keep your composure, you'll have somewhere to hear yourself on the microphone soon enough... like tomorrow night at Boudreaux's. Y'all be cool. Brasco
Donney B <dbrasco_gwt@hotmail.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Friday, September 27, 2002 at 12:45:00 (EDT)
i wanna know where every one was. its they were all scared of a little rain.hello...poets dont melt
trey <raven70812@yahoo.com>
USA - Friday, September 27, 2002 at 12:08:06 (EDT)
Damn!!! Tropical storm Is-a-bore really let me down. I was looking forward to some adventure is this yawn of a town. Now all I got is writing poetry and cow tipping; and I'm out of damn paper! Mooooo chick, get out the haaaay!!! I'm losing it. I need a reading. Peace, poets!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Friday, September 27, 2002 at 01:04:24 (EDT)
. . . at midnight the barmaid, hard and bruised was invited to sing--her voice was thick and angelic galloping horse like thunder cutting into the night. she drank white angels packed with ice and swallowed pain. this tasted like clouds of sefer yetzirah . . .
bandini
USA - Thursday, September 26, 2002 at 19:33:31 (EDT)
Hey!Donney I've updated the website plugging in "SOUL FUSION"check it out!!!Hey Necked Poet where do you find the famous Latin words"Novus Ordo Seclorum"On?!and what do it mean?I'm quite sure you can figure that out!The 6 poems I will perform at the"Poetic Tease"as a Feature is Is it a crime,Basketball,I'am He,By the Fire,I had a conference with a judge,and America U.From 5pm-7pm.at the AllRound Suites tonight.peace and love.
Liberty <www.poetryslam.net/Liberty>
Updated website, La USA - Thursday, September 26, 2002 at 15:01:32 (EDT)
DUDE!!! i wanted to come but Megan didn't want to go out in the rain and mum said she didn't want to either so i got screwed. And i had a good poem. So this time it wasn't my fault, oh and by the way i should have come to the grand slam seeing as i failed my test even thou i studied. well till next wednesday, Later
Kosmos <blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, USA - Thursday, September 26, 2002 at 14:01:05 (EDT)
EGADS! VIRGIN GOATS?! 'TIS A WONDEROUS THING!!!!!
The Naked Poet (who just read Ray's post)
Bunkie, LA USA - Thursday, September 26, 2002 at 11:49:50 (EDT)
Baton Rouge poets are strangely quiet this week. What's the matter, sheep got your tongue?
The Naked Poet
Bunkie , LA USA - Thursday, September 26, 2002 at 11:47:19 (EDT)
Hello-- I guess everyone decided to avoid the weather last night; the turnout for this first open was small. We had a good night though; Brasco, RC, Poetry, and Jon Garrett qualified and, we had a guest feature (La-Di-Da)along with a surprising slam virgin goat Shannon Pate. The Mortorano's people--Tom, Barbara, and Dennis used the occasion to experiment with some new food dishes and test them out on the slam patrons who were happy to oblige. Next week's open will be packed now, so get there early for the food and a good seat. Poets, the sign-up sheet closes at 7:30 unless you call. peace/love,
Ray
Ethel, USA - Thursday, September 26, 2002 at 11:28:34 (EDT)
Taaj, my apologies. I have corrected your name on the slam pictures page. Everyone, please continue to let me know if/when you find errors in the website. I'm going to be in town for the Slam on October 2. I'm very much looking forward to seeing everyone.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Monday, September 23, 2002 at 13:58:48 (EDT)
WHO ARE YOU??
Kosmos <Blueshaman13>
Outer Rin of the Galaxy, USA - Monday, September 23, 2002 at 08:35:24 (EDT)
WHO ARE YOU PEOPLE?
the inquisitive
NOT IMPORTANT, USA - Monday, September 23, 2002 at 03:46:35 (EDT)
man, hell no!! TAAJ is the coolest name or stage name i've ever heard....TRISH is my mama's name, and i am in no way trying to steal any of HER originality. so no thank you, xero, u can just call me taaj, or better yet taaj mone't. i think my middle name adds flair to my first.
TAAJ MONE'T
USA - Monday, September 23, 2002 at 02:00:47 (EDT)
you gave it to Megan, ok i'll track her down on campus, later
Kosmos <blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, USA - Sunday, September 22, 2002 at 23:11:01 (EDT)
Cosmos...did u get the mag (I sent via Megan)?
Jackie Brown
Bust, USA - Sunday, September 22, 2002 at 22:49:23 (EDT)
Hey Taaj, this is xero. I think Taaj is a cool name, but I also think that Trish would be a really cool stage name! Think about it, poeple always pick these flamboyant, arrogant names that have become rather predictable. I think we need more poets with stage names that don't sound like average ordinary stage names. We need stage names like Bob, Jimmy, Burt, Percy, Agnes, Gertrude, Maggie, and Raymond. Having a stage name like Trish would really set you apart from the rest of the pack. You know, like when you got lost following Mona's car to Monroe. So let me have the honour of being the first person to address you with your new stage name. Keep up the originality, Trish!!!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Sunday, September 22, 2002 at 13:15:19 (EDT)
AHHHHH!!! someone found out. Sorry Taaj, it's my mistake, at first i didn't know how to spell your name, as i guessed using my bad ears. Just let Mike know that it's Taaj although Trish is a nice name, Sorry for the mistake. OK i do plan to be at the slam Wednesday....some how and hopefully with a new poem. OH RC i got something to ask you and the slam. Later!
Kosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, USA - Sunday, September 22, 2002 at 08:42:40 (EDT)
i was looking thru the pics from previous slams, and all i wanna know is, who in the hell is trish?
TAAJ
USA - Sunday, September 22, 2002 at 02:40:01 (EDT)
Hey Necked Poet what if a agent of the CIA come knock on your door at 4am give you a AK-47 and say,"you must fight for your freedom world war 3 is at hand what would you do? fool U just kidding.I had one of the greatest weeks in performance poetry than I can remember.Scoring a career best 29.9 with"BasketBall"has given me inspiration.At the Spanish Moon I did you guest it "Basketball"sold 3 books and warmly recieved wave reviews from the crowd.Because of an outstanding performance at a open mic this pass Sunday at the Allround Suites I was invited to be a feature poet this Thursday at reading call Poetic Tease at 2045 North 3rd st.from 5pm-7pm and its free.
Liberty <www.poetryslam.net/liberty>
greatweek, la USA - Saturday, September 21, 2002 at 17:21:06 (EDT)
For me, writer's block is not the absence of inspiration, but the lack of effort. I've gotten SO lazy in my writing. I mean, right now as I speak, Melana is typing as I dictate and swallow Papa John's. LOL! What you laughin' at? Girl stop playin', you know I said Papa John's PIZZA!!!!! Anyway, I guess I better force myself to write a poem or forever be the object of someone else's amusement. Either that, or go to Club Culture and pay someone to shake thier behinds in my name...after all, it IS Friday night. Peace, poets!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Friday, September 20, 2002 at 23:07:47 (EDT)
Hey Mike--very cool collage poster on the homepage!
ray
Ethel, USA - Friday, September 20, 2002 at 14:25:02 (EDT)
Hey!!! How do I always get sucked into these guest book ballyhoos? I don't even know anything about blowing lab rats... really, I SWEAR!!! Perhaps the Naked Poet could fill us in on the finer points of inter-species fellatio? As for PETA, no problem. Provided the rats are above the legal age of consent, use proper protection(no lambs skin) and you treat them to an evening of fine dining and dancing to set the mood. However, the cheese is a definite no-no! What self respecting, hard core vegetarian(v-gin?) would give an animal by product to someone they love? Think of the cholesterol!!!
WOOF!!!
USA - Friday, September 20, 2002 at 10:45:02 (EDT)
No, R.C. I don't blow lab rats. My job blows, as in chunks! Besides, if I blew lab rats I wouldn't tell yall I did. But if there were any cute female lab rats...I mean really cute. Well...I don't think I should say anymore about that. Congradulations to Dorian, Donny, and Liberty. I truly wish I could have been there. Damn, I missed "Basketball"!!! I miss yall. Somebody, anybody, everybody,...HOLLA BACK!!!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Friday, September 20, 2002 at 01:00:57 (EDT)
If you blow lab rats, will PETA object? And do you have to give them cheese beforehand?
Mike
Ulan Bator, Mongolia - Friday, September 20, 2002 at 00:04:11 (EDT)
Hey Xero, We missed you last night. The slam was great; Dorian won the big bucks with a new poem and Donny followed right on her heels and Liberty cruised into third with a spirited rendition of "Basketball." The place was standing room only and the crowd was great. Sorry you missed it. We are considering marching to your jobsite in protest; your boss is &#*$#@%.
Ray
Ethel, USA - Thursday, September 19, 2002 at 11:33:20 (EDT)
Hey yall, I just wanted to say I regret missing the slam last night. This new work schedule blows lab rats but I'm still writing. Hopefully when I am able to make it to a slam I'll be premiering some previously unveiled poetry. I ran into Jessica Vallalungo last night at the drug store while I was picking up some Boudreaux's Butt Paste and she told me that she'll TRY to make it out to a slam or Poet's Anonymous soon. I'm not holding my breath for it though. Somebody please holla at me with the highlights from last night and I'll sleep a little easier. Peace, poets!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Thursday, September 19, 2002 at 10:34:25 (EDT)
Don't start without me!!! It's free bath and dip day at the SPCA and the Dog will be running late.
WOOF!!!
USA - Wednesday, September 18, 2002 at 15:53:51 (EDT)
hay Ray, i would beable to come out to the Grand Slam. I'm sorry, but i have a PSYC test friday that i REALLY need to study. I'll make to the first open with a new poem. I hope everything goes ok. And Ray, sense i'm not coming you can make fun of me, and if Mona rolls her eyes tell her i siad it's ok. Till next wednesday, everyone take care. Later
Kosmos <blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, USA - Tuesday, September 17, 2002 at 13:56:14 (EDT)
GRAND SLAM THIS WEDNESDAY--7PM AT MOTORANO'S--THIRD AND FLORIDA.
Ray
Ethel, USA - Tuesday, September 17, 2002 at 13:45:04 (EDT)
Yo, my people, MY POETS!!! the PA (Poetry Alliance)barbecue on Saturday was one of the best times I've had outdoors since that whole indecent exposure fiasco! Tony Norwood put his entire foot in the barbecue, Taaj brought some scrumptuous maccaroni and cheese and baked beans, Melana brought devine dirty rice and baked beans, R.C. brought deviled eggs, I brought heavenly hotdogs, a volleyball set, a football, scrabble, chess, and my frisbee, Mona brought music, D2H brought soft drinks, Donny brought an extra dirty shirt, Knowlegde brought a very entertaining lack of athletic coordination, Dorian brought ice, Jackie Brown brought great conversation,(but left before the food was done), Mother Nature brought a beautiful day, we all brought our kids, and NO ONE BROUGHT ANY POETRY!!! It was great! Next time we'll make sure we get the word out sooner for those of you who couldn't make it or didn't know about it. I must now bid you barbecue. MAY THE SAUCE BE WITH YOU!!! Peace, poets!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Tuesday, September 17, 2002 at 00:18:46 (EDT)
Believe it or not??? All the scores from the National's are finally up on the web site so, if you'd like, you can see how their poetry podnuhs from around the country scored. One thing for sure, familiar names are all over the top of the lists! Check it out.
WOOF!!!
USA - Monday, September 16, 2002 at 17:41:13 (EDT)
R.C, Thanks for the compliment, I am definitely honored to be apart of the Poets Anonymous team, and hopefully I can contribute to making one of the coolest and introspective readings in Baton Rouge that much better. Just a little info, Simple...But Dope Productions, LLC (the company co-owned by myself and Knowledge) will be kicking off a monthly poetry/jazz night in conjunction with Continuum Music. The event is entitled "Soul Fusion" and the month of October will feature 2 "Soul Fusion" events, Oct. 9th and 23rd, both at Swamp Mama's (formerly M's Fine & Mellow Cafe). The Oct. 9th edition will be featuring the one and only Mona Webb and the smooth sounds of Continuum Music CEO/trumpeteer, John Gray. Show starts @ 9:30 and ladies are admitted FREE until 10pm. Hope to see everyone there, continue to support the slam at Mortorano's, the Spanish Moon, and the Mocha Room at Southern U. peace,poetry, D. Brasco
Donney B. <dbrasco_gwt@hotmail.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Saturday, September 14, 2002 at 22:23:37 (EDT)
Donney Brasco rocks the mic on any stage he graces and as expected, last night's "Poets Anonymous" show was no exception! Bringing power and style to an already talented roster of PA hosts, Donney will surely spice up the Spanish Moon and prove himself as a huge asset to the show. Welcome on board Brasco!
WOOF!!!
USA - Friday, September 13, 2002 at 11:09:53 (EDT)
Heeey Ray!!! Congratulations dude, you've told me time and time again how much this would mean to Moonlark when it came to fruition. I'm happy for you and all of the poets and actors who will benefit. I gotta holla back at our illustrious Southern Cypher cohorts. I'm sorry I won't be able to make it out to N.O. this Friday but I'll make it a point to make it out there next Friday...and for those of you who don't know, the book is the bizzomb!!! It's even better if you get them all to sign it like they did mine. I'll bet the Tuesday spot is gonna be off the hinges too. Angela Crumpton out in Monroe told me to tell everybody in the Rouge hello on her behalf. For those of you who don't know, she's a Poetry Alliance member who is now on the frontlines trying to spread the beauty of spoken word to uncharted territory. Well, I guess I'll see yall at the barbecue Saturday. It starts at 12:00, we got all the meat, anyone can bring chips, ice, drinks, games, porn,...whatever. Just call Mona at 267-9254 and ask what we'er lacking. I'm bringing my frisbee, my football, and the dopest music since Dave Soul blew through town. Bill Withers Rules!!! Peace, poets!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Friday, September 13, 2002 at 01:01:35 (EDT)
Cosmos, I'm sooooooooooooooooooooooooo sorry! :o( I was trying to figure a way to get over there. I didn't forget I just had a more pressing engagement. The mag's been riding around in my car for a week. I will definitely be at the grand slam. But as I said if u need it sooner Im on campus, opposite end of the quad from middleton, same side as allen hall. Im in 123 art building from 830-5 M-F. I also plan to be at the moon, but that's iffy at the moment. Again, so sorry.
Jackie Brown <coffi33@hotmail.com>
Bust, USA - Thursday, September 12, 2002 at 12:54:14 (EDT)
HAY everyone!! Last night was cool, we just got up and write whatever or just got up and spoke what we felt. Jackie where were you?!?!?! heh, it's cool, can you please bring it to the Grand Slam. one more thing. I want to say thanks to RC, last night i almost didn't go because i just felt drained and all my inspirion gone. But you man gave me something to work with and now it's back and i'm ready man THANKS!!! i'm going to write something for the grand slam, man i'm going to closer to winning then i usaully do, DAMN i'm pumped, time for lunch later!!!
Cosmos <blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, USA - Thursday, September 12, 2002 at 12:25:33 (EDT)
Hey my Baton Rouge family, This is Shewan from Southern Cypher. You are invited to our book signing/open mic gathering this Friday. (Southern Cypher presents: Love, Revolution and the Dirty South- the Anthology). It will be held at Maxwell's Chicken and Waffles at 200 Magazine St (corner of Magazine and Common). The cost is: $Free. Time is 7pm. Hope to see ya there! Oh, yeah, did I mention it was my birthday party, too! Ain't no party like a SoCy party cause a SoCy party don't stop! Luv She', Southern Cypher- Mgr.(504) 258-6784
Shewan Herbert <southerncypher@poetic.com>
New Orleans, LA USA - Thursday, September 12, 2002 at 12:02:09 (EDT)
Hey, Much love to my peeps from the Baton Rouge Slam Team. I am/was so proud to be connected with y'all at Nationals(and every time we are together). Xero, as always, you are my hero. Hey Mona, Pimp and Baby Gurl(y'all did dat!) Ray, what's up. Boy I wish we could've completed a LA(the real LA) sweep. But everything is as it should be. Oh yeah, we have a new spot on Tuesday Nights at Crimson Lights in the East. Holla at me whenever y'all wanna blow through. Much love, karen
The Blessed Poet <southerncypher@hotmail.com>
New Orleans, LA USA - Thursday, September 12, 2002 at 11:17:21 (EDT)
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Cleveland, Ohio US - Wednesday, September 11, 2002 at 14:03:47 (EDT)
Try to offer a thought of remembrance to the victims of our nation’s tragedy and their families as we work and play today. So many times we forget that we are mortal and made of flesh and blood, and that life is a very precious thing. Just be kind to one another not only today, but all the rest that are to follow, for life is too short to waste on contempt. PEACE and LIGHT......
Larry (BR's Prodigal 'Sun') Knight <ljk93@aol.com>
Jax, FL USA - Wednesday, September 11, 2002 at 11:30:36 (EDT)
that's great, ray!!!! that'll give some ppl something to shove up their yappity arses...i've fought disbelief over where the $ was going with people pretty often since i started advocating the slams...and my free-spirited ass hasn't blown in the wind since i ate that burrito a couple of weeks back...but nevermind that, i agree with you, donney, and don't think that my absence or impatience lately means that i don't appreciate what we've got or how hard we need to push it...i just sometimes wonder what i'm pushing...and why. so damnit, ppl, get out to the readings and show me!!!! and for some of your information, i now have $5 to spare here and there, so i'll hopefully be returning to the slams to hear all the new stuff you guys have been writing (just don't make me read...i got nothing)...
shelley <pincushioN@antisocial.com>
br, la USA - Wednesday, September 11, 2002 at 08:59:56 (EDT)
Congratulations Ray!!! I'm sure this must take a little weight off and allow you to breath a little easier. Having gone through the process some years back with an organization I was involved with at the time. I know the powers at be tend to look at you pretty close (especially if your turning the kind of cash we were) and while it does take a lot of hard work, dedication and commitment to get it done. My guess would be that you were able to accomplish it without having to threaten kicking anyone's teeth in!
WOOF!!!!!!!!!!
USA - Tuesday, September 10, 2002 at 15:47:53 (EDT)
Aint no love in the heart of the city? If you push it, they will come, the thing about this poetry promoting thang that I've picked up on, is you got to push this shit likes it's the last thing on earth that is the key to your eternal salvation, otherwise people out here just won't be receptive. If you hustle for it, and if EVERYBODY (I myself included... at times) would just get off their "artisitc high horse" and go out into the communities of Baton Rouge and actually push this movement with the love and the passion we claim we have for it, ultimately we'll see the results. Remember it doesn't matter if this city boasts the 16th rank team in the nation, or the 4th ranked poet individually, if no one knows about it, than the issue of getting people to come out is null-in-void, in other words, we need to get off of our "free spirited blowing-in-the-wind" asses, and make something happens... to quote Xero "how long before, we're OBSOLETE", think about that shit people. Peace, I love y'all, Brasco.
Donney Brasco
rejected, LA USA - Tuesday, September 10, 2002 at 15:21:12 (EDT)
Wow! News upon news upon news! Regarding the 501-c-3 - that is awesome. Y'all may not realize it, but Ray and a team of volunteers has been working to get the 501-c-3 for YEARS! This is huge news! Congratulations, Rowdy. Xero, Shelley (with an 'e'), and others - I am eagerly watching CNN over here waiting for a headline that says "ANGRY BATON ROUGE POETS DRAG LETHARGIC PUBLIC TO POETRY READINGS!" Y'all keep the faith - your audience will grow. Larry, I've been hanging out here in the dust bowl and haven't made it back east, even as far as the West Nile, er...I mean Baton Rouge - much less all the way to the Sunshine State. But I will be traveling some day soon!
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Tuesday, September 10, 2002 at 14:42:31 (EDT)
Hey--It is finally official...MoonLark Productions got its 501-c-3 designation today from the IRS. We have always run as a non-profit organization but it's a relief to have the official stamp finally. This means we can now get corporate sponsors for the slam team (at least we can solicit them legally). It also helps with other grants and programs we have in the works for our communities and schools. Thanks to everyone who helped in this effort including the MoonLark board members, Ann Martin, Valerie Barnes, and Alyson McCord.
Ray
Ethel, USA - Tuesday, September 10, 2002 at 13:19:34 (EDT)
Thanks for the speedy response, Larry. Ill be passing through the last week in this month. Don't know quite yet if it will be just a pass or a pause. It will be on a Thursday going and a Sunday or Monday coming back. Let me know of anything u know about on those days. Thanks.
Jackie Brown
Bust, USA - Tuesday, September 10, 2002 at 12:15:35 (EDT)
Hey Jackie....what's up? In reference to your query...Jacksonville is about an hour and a half away. You could make it there in relatively no time at all. As for the scene in O-Town, I don't really know. There was one reading there on Thursdays, but I'm not sure if they are even doingthat one anymore. As for Jax, we have a couple going on at any given time. If you are interested let me know. Peace and LIGHT.
Larry (BR's Prodigal 'Sun') Knight <ljk93@aol.com>
Jax, FL USA - Tuesday, September 10, 2002 at 12:02:57 (EDT)
Hey, Larry? How far is Jacksonville from Orlando and what's the poetry scene like over there?
Jackie Brown <coffi33@hotmail.com>
Bust, USA - Tuesday, September 10, 2002 at 08:26:43 (EDT)
sorry...that should have been "way"....ok byebye...
shelley
USA - Tuesday, September 10, 2002 at 08:12:34 (EDT)
yeah, xer0, i guess it is sad...but i was simply shocked to even receive a reply from a poet when i emailed him...i've been hella absent from the scene lately for reasons both personal and poetic, and i have to say that i hate the was it's going right now....unfortunately, i'm not sure if i have the patience right now to not kick some fucking teeth in if i do exert energy to keep the scene going here...i'm sure everyone feels this way every once in a while...now it's my turn...so if i don't seem to put in as much anymore, just be glad i'm not there sneering in a corner or crying....i've been known to do it...but enough negativity...i hope everyone who can will come out thursday to see donney host his first poets anonymous at the moon!!!!! c'mon...it's FREE!!!
shelley <pincushion@antisocial.com>
br, la USA - Tuesday, September 10, 2002 at 08:11:00 (EDT)
Yo Xero congrats on the slam placing at Nationals.....I ran into Ches and KP from Pensacola and they told me how you rocked....congrats man! Yo whenever you get a furlough the door is open.....and by the way, how is Mona? Holla back.....oh, here's one for the masses to ponder on... 'Love knows not its depth until the hour of separation' -Gibran.....PEACE and LIGHT (PS Yo Mike have you been out here lately?)
Larry (BR's Prodigal 'Sun') Knight <ljk93@aol.com>
Jax, FL USA - Tuesday, September 10, 2002 at 00:49:23 (EDT)
Hey Cactus, why doesn't your name sound familiar? I was sure I knew all of the poets from Shreveport. Do you know Pascha, Mocha, or Makalani? Holla back! Larry, Larry, Larry, how the hell ya been? I can't speak for the rest of the team but I'm comin' out to Jacksonville as soon as I get permission from my parole officer, which is my pet name for my supervisor. I got more to tell so I'll just e-mail you directly. Oh, and thanks for the quote, it's definitely a keeper. Peace, poets!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Tuesday, September 10, 2002 at 00:29:01 (EDT)
What's up BR? Just wanted to drop a quick line or two and say peace....when is the BR Slam Team poets coming to Jacksonville? This is an open invite and its only 8 hours away! Let me know if anyone happens to be interested. PEACE and LIGHT....Also, here is a quote to ponder....'Poetry, my dear friends is the sacred incarnatoin of a smile. Poetry is a sigh that dries the tears. Poetry is a spirit that dwells in the soul, whose heart is nourishment, whose wine is affection. Poetry that comes not in this form is a false messiah' -Khalil Gibran. Again, PEACE.
Larry (BR's Prodigal 'Sun') Knight <ljk93@aol.com>
Jacksonville, FL USA - Monday, September 09, 2002 at 20:06:36 (EDT)
You can go to nationals anytime you want and it don't take profanity to get there.peace.
Liberty <www.poetryslam.net/liberty>
Baton Rouge, La USA - Monday, September 09, 2002 at 18:22:22 (EDT)
now all I need is all you fuckers to move up here so I can go to nationals next year
Cactus <cactusdapoet@yahoo.com>
Shreveport, LA USA - Monday, September 09, 2002 at 16:50:40 (EDT)
It's sad that Beau Sia has to have a previous destination that is near here in order to come here. At nationals one of the first things that travelling poets asked me about Baton Rouge was how many people we usually get at the readings or would the trip be worth their efforts. People, we have a great poetic extended family here and I NEVER want that to change, but obviously we need to do bigger headcounts at the slams and readings around town. Baton Rouge deserves to be the primary destination for any touring or featuring poet. Although they are very sincere, the crowds at Mortorano's and The Spanish Moon aren't nearly as large as they used to be. The Poetry Alliance hasn't been able to acquire a descent venue on a descent night because so many venue managers and people in general are oblivious to how great of a show poets can put on and the potential profit they can make. Baton Rouge has the 16th best slam team in the country and Baton Rouge doesn't know it. Baton Rouge doesn't know what the hell slam is and it pisses me off!!! I've recently talked to many jazz musicians in town who are going through the same thing. I've concluded that it is up to us, the artists, to do our own media campaigns. I'm no genius on the subject myself, but I do know that if something is not done soon our readings will be taking place at our houses and they won't be able to financially maintain trips to nationals, prize money, or even this particular website. We need flyers, radio ads, more printed media coverage, T-shirts, bumperstickers, buttons, bandanas, baseball caps, tattoos, and our own sneaker!!! I will personally renew my efforts to bring these things to fruition and I strongly urge the rest of us whose lives are daily enriched by poetry to give back some time, effort, and sweat. We deserve better for ourselves so let's go and get it!!! This evolution MUST be televised! Peace, poets.
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Monday, September 09, 2002 at 12:33:55 (EDT)
hey xero,i got something,oh,and do you have a poem or have you heard of a poem called sonnet 968....or a poem called jazzy? hit me back...PEACE OUT
Trey <raven70812>
baton rouge, La USA - Monday, September 09, 2002 at 12:09:44 (EDT)
no, jackie, i'm not modeling this semester...it was interesting, but i'm definitely not in the mood to do it again...and donney, just for your information, i've actually been in contact with beau sia, and he's agreed to read @ the moon with us if he's ever close enough to b.r. to stop by... ;) that is, if he forgives me for shamelessly stalking him a bit... (just kidding...sort of)...
shelley <pincushioN@antisocial.com>
br, la USA - Monday, September 09, 2002 at 09:59:33 (EDT)
I should be in class right now, but I was late and decided not to go, school hurts, and even though I'm close to finishing i feel like dropping out, if it could all be a simple as doing poetry. Once again, shameless plug, I will be hosting at Spanish Moon on Thursday, it'd be real cute if some of y'all came out, but if not I'll just pretend like the crowd is full and call up poets that would never come here.... "Coming up next to the stage, we have Saul Williams, immediately to be followed by Sonia Sanchez, Reggie Gibson, and Beau Sia". I hope everyone else's day turns out to be more productive than mine have started out to be. Signing off and continuing the trend of grown people whining on this website about personal problems, the ever-so-optimistic, Donney Brasco
don brasc' <nunuvyadambizniss.com>
brc, la USA - Monday, September 09, 2002 at 09:38:13 (EDT)
SHELLEY!! Where you been. Missed see you at the slam. Hope you can come out sometime. later
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, USA - Sunday, September 08, 2002 at 18:26:20 (EDT)
HEY Shelley! Long time no see, hear, write...*smilin* U modeling this semester?
Jackie Brown <coffi33@hotmail.com>
Bust, USA - Sunday, September 08, 2002 at 17:42:44 (EDT)
or you could just develop a humongous attitude problem and drop off the face of the earth a little...it's working for me!!!
shelley <pincushion@antisocial.com>
br, la USA - Sunday, September 08, 2002 at 16:28:20 (EDT)
Hey Trey, Anti-Bitch will be on my next CD. Hopefully it will be out before the next century. Secondly, there is no such thing as writer's block. Force yourself to write something...anything. It may not be great but it will more than likely get your juices flowing. If you still don't come up with anything great, all you have lost is a little time and ink. STOP WHINING AND WRITE!!!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Friday, September 06, 2002 at 22:53:47 (EDT)
Hey, Cosmos! If you call me Mrs. Brown again, u can't have it! I know it a southern (respect) thing but...Jackie will do nicely thank u...*smilin'* See u Wednesday...Peaches and lub!
Jackie Brown <coffi33@hotmail.com>
Bust, USA - Friday, September 06, 2002 at 22:41:16 (EDT)
THANK YOU-THANK YOU Mrs. Brown, i don't need right away. Umm if you bring it to the slam wednesday i can get it from you then. Thank you. I have to gave an explain of a report type thingie n class and i thought well sense i have to do a it, mean as way plug the slam in class. AND Trey, one hint i can give you is...Don't get worked up about it, just let it come to you and let it flow through you. You'll know it when you it get it. See ya'll wednesday, but i'm saying now i may not read. Later!!!
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, USA - Friday, September 06, 2002 at 22:10:36 (EDT)
Does anyone know if Mortorano's is wheelchair accessible? Am I imagining there being a step at the door?
Jackie Brown <coffi33@hotmail.com>
bust, USA - Friday, September 06, 2002 at 17:06:06 (EDT)
hey xero,if u would,i would appritiate it if i could get a copy of anti-bitch,thanx..p.s.i got writers block,and i gotta write something 4 the grand slam ,can someone help me out
trey <raven70812@yahoo.com>
baton rouge , La USA - Friday, September 06, 2002 at 12:22:40 (EDT)
I will be hosting two poetry events this upcoming week, Sept. 10, 2002, room 313, T.T. Allain building, Southern University, poetry slam for the SU Senior Class, $50 goes to first place finisher. Sept. 12, 2002, @ the Spanish Moon I become formally inducted as a host of "Poets Anonymous", so come out and holla at ya boy, I plan to do my damndest(i think that's how you spell it, to make these events as lively and fun as possible.) Peace out poets, hope to see you there
Donney Brasco
baton rouge, la USA - Friday, September 06, 2002 at 10:28:09 (EDT)
I HATE THE WORLD..I JUST WANTED YALL TO KNOW THAT..LOL.. JUST SAYING HELLO TO MY PEOPLE.. I BEEN GHOST AND WILL COME AROUND ONE OF THESE DAYS..LOL.. THE WORLD SUCKS..PEACE AND LOVE
rage <POETICRAGE2001@HOTMAIL.COM>
BAKER, LA USA - Thursday, September 05, 2002 at 20:09:22 (EDT)
Cosmos...I have a copy of the magazine you can have. How do I get it to you and how soon do you need it? I work at LSU so if u r in school there, you can stop by my office and get it if Monday isn't too late. That's when I go back to work...otherwise, let me know...Peaches and lub! O, and P.S. I liked that pickle poem too.
Jackie Brown <coffi33@hotmail.com>
Bust, USA - Thursday, September 05, 2002 at 17:09:41 (EDT)
OK, so maybe i'm in the LSU libary till my next class. THANKS RC!!! even thou my peice scored low, i get more pleasure from when people like you, or Ray, or Xero,or Liberty, or Shelley (if she ever comes back) or even Mrs. Larkin, who have been there sense i started slamming and and tell me ya'll liked it. It's true what we say, applude the poets and not the points. OK, I NEED HELP!!!! does anyone...ANYONE have a copy of the Country Roads magizne from when they had an article about the slam. I need it for a class!!! if you have an extra copy i can have fuckin A!! if not, i just need a photo copy, that's still cool!!please....PLEASE!!! later!
Cosmos <blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, USA - Thursday, September 05, 2002 at 14:18:04 (EDT)
XERO!!!!!!!!!!!
JB <coffi33@hotmail.com>
Bust, USA - Thursday, September 05, 2002 at 12:43:34 (EDT)
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Mission Hills, CA US - Thursday, September 05, 2002 at 12:38:30 (EDT)
Let me tell ya, The Crazy Man is OFF DA HOOK!!!! Xero, you'd best watch your back man. This kids gonna be crawlin all over it come finals night. Congratulations to Trey, damn good showing for your first night out but, I've got bad news for you. Now you've got to come up with second poem to go with it for the Grand Slam. Welcome to the porch where the big dogs run. Don't worry, I know you'll come through. And Cosmos, I don't know what to say other than, YOU WERE ROBBED MAN!!! May as well have been at gun point. Ok, so I don't know much about poetry however, your poem was one of the best pickles... I mean pieces I heard all night. I laughed, it really entertained me. You had a lot of great word play goin on there. All I can say is hang in there and don't throw that poem away, I think it has the potential to score well. Those of you who missed the show last night really missed out. Tsk, tsk, tsk, shame on you.
WOOF!!!
USA - Thursday, September 05, 2002 at 11:27:37 (EDT)
Hey yall. Sorry I wasn't in attindance last night but I cuncluded that if Liberty wasn't going two be their, then it reelly wouldn't bee worth showing up. Also, my stupid boss thinks that just because they pay me money to work I have to actually work! I hate that I missed Jabali read before he left for New York. Someone please e-mail me or call me with all the details. Good-buy!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
Baton Rouge , LA USA - Thursday, September 05, 2002 at 10:50:51 (EDT)
Hello my name is Cisco. English language is my second language . I visit sites like yours to learn new english vocabulary words and improve my english grammar . I hope to have effective communication and business communication for a new job in US. I learned a new word of the day from your site. I plan to be public speaking and business writing better now from your site. Thank you. [this post edited by webmaster to remove all those damn hyperlinks]
Cisco
Bogota, Putumayo Colombia - Thursday, September 05, 2002 at 04:02:02 (EDT)
Free from the judging ass / I contemplate Donnie's nose-hairs / and wiggle my buttocks in time with "Polka Hits from the 50s and 60s" / Life is succulant / and plump / like a plum / or a plumber
THE JUDGING ASS
USA - Wednesday, September 04, 2002 at 14:07:49 (EDT)
School sux ,the people suk ,life sux,but thats what poetry is for am i right see everyone tonight hopefully...oh,and i will be competing so the ass wont be judging tonight peace...
Trey <raven70812@yahoo.com>
Baton Rouge, La USA - Wednesday, September 04, 2002 at 12:20:37 (EDT)
Oh... and I was thinking more along the lines of pubic than proboscis. What do you think?
WOOF!!!
USA - Wednesday, September 04, 2002 at 09:39:09 (EDT)
Thanks Xero, I've got the bubble machine warming up in my room back at the Motel 6... 66. Hope to see very one tonight.
WOOF!!!
USA - Wednesday, September 04, 2002 at 09:33:43 (EDT)
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Chicago, IL US - Wednesday, September 04, 2002 at 03:01:07 (EDT)
Hey R.C. I got the message you left on my answering machine. Donny's phone number is 774-0330 but I think it's private so don't give it out to anybody. There are a lot of sickos going around who may get the inclination to kidnap Donny, take him to a motel room, strip him, oil him down, clip his nosehairs, and force him to play naked Twister while Lawrence Welk's Greatest Hits plays in the background. So be careful! Peace!!!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Wednesday, September 04, 2002 at 00:00:36 (EDT)
Xeroooooooo???? U ok sweetheart?????? *smilin* **trying hard not to laugh* If it's any constellation, nobody sends me email either...Peaches and Lub...JB
JB
Bust, USA - Tuesday, September 03, 2002 at 18:17:50 (EDT)
To all those who care ,next time i come i will be reading something i wrote just for a change p.s. "you shall all bow down for the royal family"signed *the ace of spades*
Trey <raven70812@yahoo.com>
baton rouge, La USA - Tuesday, September 03, 2002 at 12:17:23 (EDT)
How come nobody ever sends me e-mail? Why doesn't anybody like me? Where in the hell did this rash come from?!!!! Sorry, I just need a little attention, so I thought if I made myself out to be a victim you all would pity me. And none of you heartless slugs responded!!!!! Peace yall.
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Tuesday, September 03, 2002 at 00:49:57 (EDT)
Life SUCKS and poetry BLOWS. Can I write about my life and recite it ORALLY at the Climax? Can I SWALLOW my pride and MASTER de-BATES in front of live audiences. I MEAT my BEAT on rhythmic pieces, reciting DEEP verse that DRAWERS a crowd...I disgust myself. And I like it, because......... I discussed my SELF!!!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
Baton Rouge , LA USA - Tuesday, September 03, 2002 at 00:44:11 (EDT)
Thanks for the comments Brasco,You are a true inspriation to me I will update it soon. I've been working so much I haven't had time to write it's good to hear the ORAL CLIMAX is back up they worked real hard to get to where there at and I hope they will make a successful return.peace
Liberty
slamming, La USA - Sunday, September 01, 2002 at 11:15:38 (EDT)
Glad to see Baton Rouge was justly represented and did so well at Nationals. Congrats.
Pat
BR, LA USA - Saturday, August 31, 2002 at 19:00:48 (EDT)
The Oral Climax shall rise again!!!!!!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Friday, August 30, 2002 at 11:04:14 (EDT)
Yo Liberty, man I just went on your site poetryslam.net/liberty, and let me just say u got some impressive shit going man. that's like about 3 months of current information on every slam that's been going down throughout the summer, your bookkeeping is comparable to none. Moonlark got a real cool site, but anyone who needs to know VERY VERY UP-TO-DATE information on all the slam shit u wanted to know or hell even didn't want to know, check out Liberty's site. Keep the info coming, man, that's a pretty cool page you got there dude. signing off, HIGHLY INFORMED, Donney Brasco
Donney Brasco <dbrasco_gwt@hotmail.com>
holla back, usa USA - Thursday, August 29, 2002 at 11:41:35 (EDT)
Well, dammit. I saw that message below mentioning "Private Krankenversicherungen" - and I thought, "hell yeah...I'm going to check out some hot, erotic krankenversicherungen!" So I followed the damn link, and it turns out it's just an ad for some sort of health insurance/HMO in Germany!
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Thursday, August 29, 2002 at 00:50:44 (EDT)
Hello everybody - Just wanted to wish you a great day ... :-)
private Krankenversicherung <->
Frankfurt, Germany - Wednesday, August 28, 2002 at 22:41:49 (EDT)
I'm not upset I'll get the $ in the near future...I'm only priortizing my time more constructivly.To work and handle my business like a man don't let pleasure interfere with business.There are alot of fantastic poets in Baton Rouge and I commend the community for all there suppport in believing in the 2002 National Slam Team.I just like to use alot of symbolizum in my poetry.and as Ray called me "A Walking Archive"its is evident that I love information not only in poetry in news,politics,religion,sports especially sports I have fantasy football teams in 5 different leauges and I want to become Champion last season I finished 8 in my group out of 50.I'll miss you all for a couple of weeks. on a more positive note I was invited to be a feature poet at a fundraiser call Amplified Expressions it is schedule for Oct.6 at Cottage Cafe in Laffyette for more Information you may visit my website to check it out.peace
Liberty <www.poetryslam.net/Liberty>
Baton Rouge, La USA - Wednesday, August 28, 2002 at 15:31:54 (EDT)
Liberty, I wasn't speaking any evil. I barely know English! I was just joking with you. When I come to the site I usually joke with whoever is there. Sorry, but most of the time YOU'RE there. It's nothing personal, dude. I hope you hurry up and get that $ because the slams just aren't the same without you!
xero <bootstrang@aol>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Wednesday, August 28, 2002 at 11:58:01 (EDT)
Sorry I mean I will not be able to make the slam tonight.Good luck to all the poets hope you fare well peace.
Liberty
USA - Wednesday, August 28, 2002 at 10:56:15 (EDT)
Well, if writer's block is the same thing as sunblock, then someone's been rubbing 45 SPF all over my bald head.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK Oklahoma - Wednesday, August 28, 2002 at 10:51:30 (EDT)
Knowledge is power Life is beautiful.We all testify to the things we learned and heard in one form or another.I also learned from pass experiences not to throw stone for stone with them who speak evil of the things they know nothing about.I will not defend myself because in my mind its not about me,this thing is bigger than liberty consider this:Her body stood as a temple of greatness,she was glourious in her apperal,marvelous in wisdom perfect in justice.In her left hand was peace and her right love.She is a poet her poems are worlds that hangs on nothing twirling within stars which are poets she unselfishly enlightens.Her body is as the radiance of the moon captured in the web of its rays.I will be able to make the slam tonight and maybe the next few weeks.I must prepare for a job but don't worry its a temporary situration I bee back in full swing as soon as I make some $.peace
Liberty <www.poetryslam.net/Liberty>
Baton Rouge, La USA - Wednesday, August 28, 2002 at 10:50:14 (EDT)
?????????????????
donney b
baton rouge, la USA - Wednesday, August 28, 2002 at 10:07:14 (EDT)
My butt represents God. And it's poisonous gases represent the powerful twister referred to as the finger of God. I said all that to say STOP FINGERING MY BUTT AND TALK LIKE A NORMAL PERSON!!!!! YOUR 30 YEARS OLD FOR BUTT'S SAKE!!! I'm sorry Liberty. I just get bored sometimes. I guess I need to get off my god and do something with my life. Peace.
xero <bootstrang@aol>
Baton Rouge , LA USA - Tuesday, August 27, 2002 at 23:52:41 (EDT)
A very small cloud can hide the Sun,but can't stop it's rays from penetrating earth soil.The Sun represents the Poet,the cloud represents writers block,sunrays represents poems,earth soil represents the National Poetry Slam!!!Many poets write powerful poems that shine like the sun,but go threw a period were they can not write at all and there thoughts become clouded.The sun rays are touring poets scattered across the nation and represent the division of National Slam Teams which come together in 1 place the earth soil which is Chicago 2003 to see who is the best of the best.
Liberty <www.poetryslam.net/Liberty>
Knowledgeispower, La USA - Tuesday, August 27, 2002 at 13:47:37 (EDT)
Hey, y'all. I've added some pictures from Minneapolis to the slam photo album. Follow the link on the Moonlark home page that says "Poetry Slam Pictures," or click this link. Thanks to Xero for taking the pics, and Cosmos for scanning them!
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Monday, August 26, 2002 at 12:13:16 (EDT)
Possibly the nine versions of hell?
WOOF!!!
USA - Monday, August 26, 2002 at 10:03:52 (EDT)
HE IS AS DEEP AS HE IS TALL. I, on the other hand, have been with 9 different women in my lifetime. What does it all mean?!!
xero <bootstrang@aol>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Sunday, August 25, 2002 at 22:00:40 (EDT)
Consider this,there are 9 major planets that orbits the sun (Mercury,Venus,Earth,Mars,Jupiter,Saturn,Uranis,Neptune,and Pluto)Just as there are 9 major systems of an human body(Nervous,Reproductive,Endocrine,Respiratory,Circulatory,Excetory,Digestive,Muscular,and Skeletal systems)which stems from 9 divine attributes of our Creator(Knowledge,Intelligence,Wisdom,Love,Beauty,Foundation,Power,Justice and Strength)and the 9 systems of a human body is made of the same substance the 9 planets are made of just as a fetus(in an normal birth)was in the womb for U guessed it 9 months.
Liberty <www.poetryslam.net/liberty>
Knowledge is power, La USA - Saturday, August 24, 2002 at 13:09:28 (EDT)
As the rain fall upon nature restoring the earth's soil tropical forest are pleasent to the eyes it is an art within itself.When you look at the sky at nighttime in your mind U think it's black Its Blue Its always blue only the earths rotation away from the sun make the sky apear to be 2 different colors.Thank you Will for blessing us with your presence and your words.You are a true Inspriation to us here in Louisiana.Its wonderful to here you and Team Dallas made it home safely and I wish You more success in your quest as a poet and performer.Peace Dude
Liberty <www.poetryslam.net/Liberty>
Baton Rouge, La USA - Friday, August 23, 2002 at 14:59:20 (EDT)
Will, if you make me blush I'm going to kick your poetic ass!!! Seriously, you just don't know how proud we are of you. Not just your immense talent but the sense of honor and integrity you bring to the entire Dallas poetry scene. We're proud to be able to say that there were 5 Baton Rougeans on the semifinals stage. When you are in our presence again it had better be to come feature at one of the readings out here! And bring Rock Baby with you!!! And Gino, and Kuntaq... dammit I smell a rematch comin' on! I'm willin' to take another ass-whippin' if it means I get to see yall tear up the stage once again. Until then, be you. Peace.
xero <bootstrang@aol>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Thursday, August 22, 2002 at 23:03:11 (EDT)
Last night was awesome! Thank you RC and Mona...you will never know just what your encouragement means...RC...Im trying hard to get there tonight. Peaches and Lub
Jackie Brown <coffi33@hotmail.com>
Bust, LA USA - Thursday, August 22, 2002 at 10:57:55 (EDT)
Just when I thought I could not feel more proud of competing for Dallas in my first National Slam Competition, I was left with the most odd sensations monotoring the palpitations of my heart to the performance of my home land, Baton Rouge. Sensations that had me competing for the defending National Champions, yet completely mind boggled to know my heart was with the Underdog Red Stick crew. And lucky me, the only solace I received from leaving my heart on the semifinal stage at Kieran's in Minneapolis last Friday night, was the fact that Xero picked it up on his way out to the Indy finals, where he brought tearful pride to every aspiring sage this side of the Mason Dixon Line. From an outsider's perspective to the Moonlark Family, know that Mr. Skidmore, Mona, Pimp, Dorian, and multi-faceted Liberty represented you with passion, humility, and a good ole Southern example, while Ray managed to stay outside of the spotlight as the most unlikely Poetic Zen Master of all. Ya'll should be thankful and proud of how they represented...I know I am. Can't wait to be in your presence again. Peace, Love, and Blessings...Will Richey.
Will Richey <wrichey22@hotmail.com>
Dallas, TX USA - Wednesday, August 21, 2002 at 17:14:20 (EDT)
Hey Xero, CONGRATULATIONS MAN!!! Ya gotta be proud and if ya ain't, be assured WE ARE! Please bring the trophy tomorrow so I can touch it, at least that way I can claim to have a brush with fame (I'll give ya a dollar?). And Liberty, glad to hear you had a good time man, I look forward to hearing the stories. Until tomorrow, piece of sex or what ever it is poets a supposed to say.
WOOF!!!!!
USA - Tuesday, August 20, 2002 at 17:45:19 (EDT)
I had a blast at my first ever nationals,in Minneapolis,MN.As Venue Manager I made all my scheduled events,I was blessed to spend time with Marc Smith we had alot of fun together.The BR National Slam Team recieved raved reviews from poets all over the nation.I was the coach at the Baseball Game and our team won 25-14 it was a truly great experience...I got one of my books sign by poets from all over the nation.Everyone who played a roll in respected venues was great we had great communication skills and came together work real hard as a team.They was thinking about putting me on there staff for the Nationals in Chicago.I meet alot of new people fantastic poets.I had to brush off some critizisum from people that really hurt my feelings threwout the week but I manage to keep the peace,other than that the food was great the people was great the entire Baton Rouge Community who supported the National Slam Team was great thank you all.To Brasco and Knowledge thank you for holding down Mortoranos in Ray and I absence...Also I want to thank the owners of Mortoranos for putting up the $ for me to make the trip to Minneapolis.Thank You all and be blessed.
Liberty <www.poetryslam.net/liberty>
Thankyou!!!, La USA - Tuesday, August 20, 2002 at 17:22:26 (EDT)
I have heard so much about this website... It is so great to see those passionate about words. Thanx Megan for telling me about it!
Kristy <imagetaker9@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Monday, August 19, 2002 at 16:32:05 (EDT)
I have heard so much about this website... It is so great to see those passionate about words. Thanx Megan for telling me about it!
Kristy <imagetaker9@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Monday, August 19, 2002 at 16:31:42 (EDT)
Hey yall! This is xero. I don't know where to start or what to say when I do. No words can express what all of you have done for me and the team. No words can express how proud we are of our home town poetry community. People aren't always worthy of the blessings that they recieve, but I think that when they realize this they should be compelled to do whatever they can to live up to those gifts and make themselves worthy. So I guess I've got my work cut out for me. The greatest thing I can tell yall about the trip was the awesome performances of the always splendid Mona Webb, the naturally talented Pimp, and the great Dorian Hebert; who birthed into the stellar DORIAN HERBERT on the national stage, right before my eyes and the rest of the world! So many poets from all over the country were rooting on the Cinderella team from Baton Rouge like team New Orleans, team Houston, team Detroit, team Dallas, team West Palm Beach, team Oakland, and individuals like the legendary Jack McCarthy and Ray McNeese! Everyone knows where Baton Rouge is now and they tremble at the whisper of it's name. The great sportsmanship at nationals was reflective of the class and integrity slam was built upon. There was so much incredible poetry and performances from all over the country you would have thought that the egos would have been swollen but to my suprise many of the big names in slam like Marc Smith (it's inventor) were very receptive and encouraging as I met them backstage. We stood on the shoulders of our beautiful poetry community and the slam teams who went before us to learn, return, and share. My biggest thanks goes out to Ray "Super Coach" Sibley! He has been so selfless, motivating, ingenius, encouraging, and entertaining (silly). He was so super that the team chipped in and got him a cape!!! I'll see yall Wednesday if I have to quit my job! Peace!!! P.S. If I don't see yall Wednesday it really means I had to work late.
xero <bootstrang@aol>
BATON ROUGE, LA USA - Monday, August 19, 2002 at 12:48:54 (EDT)
Hey, Xero and I are back home safe. Pimp, Dorian, and Mona are on the bus and will arrive tomorrow morning. I have so much to tell about our experiences but I am fried and I have to go see my youngin's at school in the morning. Everybody come to the Grand Slam this Wednesday night and we will do it up for you; we can't wait to see everyone. This championship was one of those rare and surreal moments in life that make everything before it seem, well, worth it. You won't believe the stories we have to tell. We are so proud of our slam community here in BR and every slam poet in the country knows now that we've got something very special going on here. peace/love
Ray
Ethel, USA - Sunday, August 18, 2002 at 23:20:06 (EDT)
I spoke with Xero yesterday hours before he defended his fourth place ranking in last night's finals. Among all the things he spoke about was how proud he was of his team... especially his rookie teammates Dorian and Pimp. I would just like to second that motion; to hear about the outstanding job they did, was very big for me. I started out performing poetry on Southern's campus with Dorian, and I through that same reading I watched Pimp become one of the best spoken word artists the city of Baton Rouge has had to offer. So again I sincerely congratulate my "loved ones", and I will say that whoever represents Baton Rouge next year has an extremely tough act to follow. Xero: no. #4 in the country, team BR no. #2 in the country through the semifinals, what else can you say.... how about this, y'all were definitely worth every minute and red cent the city of Baton Rouge invested into sending y'all there, thanks again for making our city proud. donney brasco
donney b <dbrasco_gwt@hotmail.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Sunday, August 18, 2002 at 20:39:08 (EDT)
Congratz, Xero on your 4th place (in the NATION) victory!! Congratz, team (Mona, Dorian, Pimp, Xero) on your 2nd place (in the NATION) victory!!! I knew yall were good, but DAMN!!!! I still feel like I won something...hahaha...get home soon and safe. I miss u guyz...Peaches and Lub!
Jackie Brown <coffi33@hotmail.com>
Bust, USA - Sunday, August 18, 2002 at 09:39:49 (EDT)
p.p.s., then say another one for the slam team members who are coming back tomorrow...
mike
USA - Sunday, August 18, 2002 at 01:13:23 (EDT)
p.s., y'all say a prayer for Ray, who is driving all the way back tonight (20-21 hours). He'll be on the road until tomorrow night sometime.
mike
USA - Sunday, August 18, 2002 at 00:39:42 (EDT)
I've been here in OK hitting the "refresh" button on my browser, waiting to hear news from Minneapolis. I have been, am, and will continue to be amazed by the group of poets that the Baton Rouge community was able to gather up and send to Minneapolis to wreak poetic havoc. I am more amazed that my stinky, sweaty, little Red Stick home town has birthed such a vibrant community of artists. All of you involed in the BR poetry scene have inspired me over the last few years. From the western wasteland, I remain your faithful correspondant and webmaster. - Mike
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Sunday, August 18, 2002 at 00:37:32 (EDT)
Hey Y'all, Xero took 4th in the indie finals in the most amazing round of poetry I have ever witnessed. We'll tell you all all about it when we get home but we gotta get on the road now (midnight). So, bottom line: BR is second in the nation as a team and Xero gotta a major cool trophy and a phat check as the fourth ranked individual spoken word poet in the country. peace/love
Ray
Ethel/Minneapolis, USA - Sunday, August 18, 2002 at 00:21:54 (EDT)
In a word...PROUD! Hell, I feel like I won something...*smilin*
Jackie Brown <coffi33@hotmail.com>
Bust, USA - Saturday, August 17, 2002 at 16:11:27 (EDT)
TRULY AMAZING: Y'all have had one helluva run, being ranked no. #2 in the country after the second bout, EVERYBODY in Baton Rouge could not be prouder of y'all, and it took slam veteran teams to knock off Baton Rouge, so big ups to tha squad. And to Mr. Skidmore (ya gotta say Mr. Skidmore), you have done pretty much all I expected you to go there and do, shit, and more! So tonight, in the finals, I want you to show everyone else, why many of us believe you're one of the best slam poets in the country. So whatever u got left, be it "free soul", " anti-bitch" or whatever, do ya folk a favor, leave everything on tha stage, and we'll holla at you at the top. congrats B.R, Donney
Donney B. <dbrasco_gwt@hotmail.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Saturday, August 17, 2002 at 13:56:35 (EDT)
i'm hella proud, guys!!!! kick ass tonight, xer0!
shelley <pincushioN@antisocial.com>
USA - Saturday, August 17, 2002 at 09:19:13 (EDT)
Hey, The bad news--we got whupped in our semifinal by the Nuyorican Team but they knew we were there big time. The good news is Xero won in the individual semi-finals and advances to the final competition of the top six poets in the country. He tore ass and we, altogether, had a ball. We still get the braggin' rights of being the second ranked team in the country, so we are amped anyway. peace/love
Ray
Ethel/Minnesota, USA - Saturday, August 17, 2002 at 01:56:48 (EDT)
I don't know about the rest of you, but the suspense is KILLING ME!!!!
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Saturday, August 17, 2002 at 01:11:56 (EDT)
Hey everyone, We are one of 16 teams competing tonight in four separate bouts of four teams each. Only the winner of each of these four bouts advances to the finals tomorrow night. Tonight we are up against San Francisco, New York Nuyorican, and Dallas. Each of these teams has been a national champion in the past so we are in a serios ass competition. In our minds we have already won enough to be happy and feel as though we've represented Louisiana well. The competition starts in two hours and we have rehearsed hard today and are in the hotel just trying to clear our minds now and focus. The only thing that we can promise is that we will give it all our heart tonight and we will remember where we came from--the people, and the place. We love y'all. Dorian, Pimp, Mona, Xero, & Ray
Ray
Ethel/Minnesota, USA - Friday, August 16, 2002 at 18:44:52 (EDT)
Kudos to TEAM RED STICK! Ya'll tear em up!!!!
WOOF!!!!!!!
USA - Friday, August 16, 2002 at 13:38:50 (EDT)
A slight correction on BR's fantastic team.Baton Rouge is ranked 2nd in the country .3of a point behind L.A.Green.Now our Semifinal bout is vs.7thranked NYC-Nuyroican vs.10th ranked San Francisco vs. 15th ranked Defending Champion Dallas.Now the top 13th Individuals will compete in the semifinals at 9:30pm Xero is ranked 12th with the top 6 scorers reaching the finals.So Xero Must perform 3 Poems tonight two as an Indie and one with the team.The winner of each venue will be in the finals of the 2002 National Poetry Slam Finals.So there it is.peace
Liberty
USA - Friday, August 16, 2002 at 13:17:52 (EDT)
word from Minneapolis - BR Team is entering the semi-finals ranked 2nd place, just behind the legendary NYC-Nuyorican team. In addition, Xero scored high enough to get into the indie finals. He is ranked 14th in indie competitors. HOLY S**T, Y'ALL, THIS IS BIG! Word on the street up in Minny is that BR is going to compete against Dallas and Nuyorican tongight. Wish them well, pray for them, dance naked around a campfire...whatever you have to do...
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Friday, August 16, 2002 at 13:02:55 (EDT)
WAAAAAAAAAAAAAHH!!!! YAY! Y'all go. We'll still root from ya'll good luck in the semi-final. Go kick the Dallas team poetic ass. By the Ray, Wednesday i got the second lowest score for a Red Stick Slam, doesn't bother me i was already in the slam. Later GO TEAM!!!!!!!!!!!
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, USA - Friday, August 16, 2002 at 09:48:45 (EDT)
yeahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!!!!!!!!!
Mike
Stillwater, ok USA - Friday, August 16, 2002 at 01:22:13 (EDT)
HEY--WEJUSTTOOK-1ST-PLACE-IN-OUR-SECOND-BOUT---WE-GOING-TO-THE-SEMIFINALS-SOMEBODYSPILLEDADRINKONTHISCOMPUTERINTHISBARANDITISFORKEDUPBUTYOUGETTHEIDEA-------
ray
ethel, USA - Friday, August 16, 2002 at 00:06:12 (EDT)
Mad props and congrats for team B.R for holdin' it down y'all first night of competition, I hope tonight y'all move up even higher in the rankings, but 8 out of 56 is a pretty damn good start! Also, thanx to all who came out to Mortorano's last night when I hosted, only one person qualified cuz everyone else already made it, but we had a cool time. Continue f#ckin 'em over, Baton Rouge, Pimp i'm proud of ya kid, i saw that score you posted out there, I believe y'all got the potential to end up one of the top 3 teams in the country, SO GO PROVE ME RIGHT GODDAMIT!!!! Much love and continued success in Minni.... Poetry Alliance's finest. peace out y'all, Brasco
donney brasc' <dbrasco_gwt@hotmail.com>
proud city, la USA - Thursday, August 15, 2002 at 20:17:23 (EDT)
Hello everyone--We did well last night in the first round--we just got the rankings in and we are ranked 8th of the 56 teams here competing. We saved our best stuff for tonight in the second round which makes the ranking even sweeter. We plan to make you proud. I'll post news as soon as we know it; keep checking the guestbook and wish us luck and most of all, thanks for all your help and support. Peace/Love
Ray
Minneapolis/Ethel, USA - Thursday, August 15, 2002 at 17:58:54 (EDT)
GO B.R.. GO B.R... HEYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY.. I GOT MY FINGERS CROSSED FOR YALL..PEACE AND LOVE
RAGE <POETICRAGE2001@HOTMAIL.COM>
BAKER, LA USA - Thursday, August 15, 2002 at 17:15:14 (EDT)
Hey yall it's liberty 1 mo time Mike ray want you to give us a call our number is 612-340-1000 room 409 Baton Rouge National Slam Team is on fire the official score were 1.Baton Rouge 110.3,2.Alaska 110.2,3.Detrioit Hamtramiack 104.2 and Boston-Cantab 99.7.Montclair New Jersey 1 of BR 2nd day opponents finished 2nd at the venue I was managing with a score of 104.2 gotta go.
Liberty
USA - Thursday, August 15, 2002 at 10:08:24 (EDT)
What's up Louisiana,Liberty Giving it up for Team Baton Rouge for winning there bout over Boston Mass/Alaska/and Detroit hamtramick/I think there score was 110.5,if they win there second bout they will be in the 2002 National Poetry Slam Semifinals which is the top 16 teams in the Nation.I was Venue Manager at the Local the 1st bout winner were the New York Nuyroican 104.4 and the 2nd bout winner Winston Salem N.C. a 106.9 with Baton Rouge out scoring both bout champions.I saw some teams with some 115's and 116's.So give it all the way hell up for Baton Rouge the 2002 National Poetry Slam Bout#5 Champions.How did the slam go in Baton Rouge what was the score so I can post them on my web page.peace
Liberty <www.poetryslam.net/liberty>
BRSLAMMINNESOTA, La USA - Thursday, August 15, 2002 at 02:09:03 (EDT)
Hey, y'all. Has anyone heard from the team? Ray and Liberty stayed at my house on their way to Minneapolis, but I haven't talked to them since. Did the Fab Four get on the bus? Inquiring minds want to know. Slam Team, if you get to an internet cafe, post something on the guestbook and let us know how things are up there. Plus...coming soon...photos from the going away party.
Mike
Stillwater, ok USA - Tuesday, August 13, 2002 at 13:42:24 (EDT)
aaahhhH!!! wwoooff... woOOF! woof woof?
WOOF!!!!!!!!!!
USA - Tuesday, August 13, 2002 at 01:08:44 (EDT)
As I place my ear on her chest, her heartbeat sounded deep. The beat of life everlasting pumping blood threw her vains which became the ink of my pen then I swimmed threw her cells which were my poem...Whats up family it's me and Ray here in Oklahoma 1/2 way to Minneapolis wishing the 2002 BR National Slam Team a safe trip. Mike and his family send out there love peace.
Liberty <www.poetryslam.net/liberty>
Stillwater, Ok USA - Sunday, August 11, 2002 at 20:28:15 (EDT)
What's the deal y'all? As Xero indicated next week me and Knowledge will be holding down the slam, and don't worry we got some hosting experience, so EVERYBODY COME OUT, it will be no less of a slam than if Ray or Xero was there, we'll be giving results of the slam team's progress, and picking some of the most horrific judges to ever set foot in a slam, so don't miss it, it's time to put the Red Stick Slam back on the map. P.S, if you come out, get some food at Mortorano's, that's some of the best Italian food in the city, no bullshit! one love, Brasco
Donney B <dbrasco_gwt@hotmail.com>
nekked city, XXX USA - Friday, August 09, 2002 at 14:15:17 (EDT)
Her beauty is like a diamond's glory transfiqured into the sun with her arms hugging the sky!!!She dances with moonrays that penetrate dark corridors of the Black hole.Her voice whispers elegance into eternity's rest as She bountifully take charge of her surrounding...As transformation transmute her transfiguration in the 4 corners of forever's presence,her physique is spiritual bathing in Saturday's blessings underneath waterfalls from heaven!!!Her aura is as a billion stars united a place within her heart that circles the sun in perfect harmony with 1,000 moons whos tears shower the earth naturing to her freshness baptizing her core hours into perfecting music!!!Her artform navigates endless oceans pondering sounds of soundness soundslike Sophia,her skin is slippery like a mist on mountain peaks which leaks into her children's tastebuds which was sweet to their lips but bitter in their belly.
Liberty <www.poetryslam.net/liberty>
slam nation, La USA - Friday, August 09, 2002 at 13:24:16 (EDT)
I just want to say GOOD LUCK to the Baton Rouge Slam Team. Take care of ya'll self and watch out. BUT most important, GO KICK POETIC ASS!! Good Luck Ray, Mona, Xero, RC, Dorian, and Pimp. Also don't work to hard Liberty. See ya'll when ya'll get back at the grand slam. Later
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, USA - Friday, August 09, 2002 at 12:51:47 (EDT)
the large words combined with misspellings leave me confused...i'm too simple for all this shite sometimes... "if it weren't for my brain, i'd just go over and make friends..." ~a.d.
shelley <pincushioN@antisocial.com>
USA - Friday, August 09, 2002 at 08:17:46 (EDT)
DAAAAAMN! Ta. Mist… Datchl, finally gave us somtin ta thank about. LEFT me wandrn, after abes BOY and ta other some what historical and superfluous literary refrances??? A whole nother nite chasin this assassanine hole in hopes of finding even a glimmer of redemshan AND NOW!!! M%#^<$@%$?$&*)#@#!!! I’m destind to wake to a bloody dog leg, in a persimmon sunrise and just hope… i find time for what I sat down FOR. (fortunately I know where the good porn IS so, I won’t have to waste time looking!)
WOOF!!!
USA - Friday, August 09, 2002 at 03:07:23 (EDT)
Greetings all! I want to remind everybody about Donnie and Knowledge hosting the slam next Wednesday. I know the crowds have not been as large as we're used to lately but when I get back from nationals I plan to activate some promotional schemes to raise the awareness of the slam. In the meantime, I expect all of you, our loyal patrons, to please keep blessing us with your presence and bringing out more friends to Mortorano's and Spanish Moon as well. I must now seek porn. Good bye.
XERO <bootstrang@aol>
Baton Rouge , LA USA - Friday, August 09, 2002 at 01:38:11 (EDT)
looking for You ! psimun sez - how should i put it? - look, look for Mee at the Slam, Poetree. Fine. i appeared at Somewhere in Winston Salem's West End. hell, and not eve.n a Robert Todd Pack t'be found. are you Without Appearance? Fine / put in an order for Science Fiction by ... Tim Earnshaw / we're thinking / Helium and Godbox. sorry that youR Darwin Possessed America insists on putting ART out of Print. perhaps ye should invest your "rah.rah. up an' down" energies into The Secret Life of Puppets (Tori Nelson)... the "slam" itsef? we are looking at some bulkdom of Upper Middle Class White G_rl becrying: "i am not at fault / LOOK into my eyes." i looked - i f_ggin Swear - and found ... Upper Middle Class White G_rl NON.redeemed by bulkdom (i.e., a nice B_tt). all of which / reminds me of a song: when i was a Young Person growing up in Southern Appalachia, i was given a box of sermon from which to extract a "greatest hits" sermon reeking with Impact. found some nice material regarding Daniel and instantly recalled Other material from Charles Olson's book on Moby Dick: "Daniel, ancient of days / beard white as snow" / it was a Nice fit, i think (listen for Jan.03's The Three Spirits). in short, """irony""" died a Long Time Ago. Fassbinder never falled for it. as a Young Person growing up in Southern Appalachia, i was told of a HotHed - a woman in love - who claimed all women as Personal Former Poakalities. substitute an orange hedded gal / substitute a certain Rock Star [see below {JAS woulda had his funn, if he must know, by way of Ms. Nancy Lynch}] / or substitute ... a certain ANGELA LANSBURY sub (why else cart one's Premire to Charleston, WV wannabe "roanoke"?). just a "thought," ye know / No Harm. bwestwishes, S
T. M. Daschel
Caliphate of Tire Sale, USA - Thursday, August 08, 2002 at 22:19:38 (EDT)
www.poetryslam.net is a website that features touring poets all over the nation has put my home page on there website.Check it out sometimes it features some pretty decent National teams.
Liberty <www.poetryslam.net/Don Mitchell>
Touring Poets, La USA - Wednesday, August 07, 2002 at 15:57:35 (EDT)
Thanks for reminding me I was thinking that sence only 4 poets competed we all would be posted.peace
Liberty
USA - Wednesday, August 07, 2002 at 13:48:36 (EDT)
Liberty - while it is true that Donney got 3rd at the slam last week, he was disqualified b/c he had won 1st place the week before, which meant Cosmos got 3rd.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Wednesday, August 07, 2002 at 11:10:10 (EDT)
Touche'
WOOF!!!!
USA - Wednesday, August 07, 2002 at 09:23:46 (EDT)
i wouldn't have called you a "hypocritical prude," rc, but i was gonna mention that it's strange to hear you speak of such things after hearing the "why is all the best pussy always attached to the worst women" poem...mmmhmm...so there! ;) see ya thursday!! (still unable to afford slams)
shelley <pincushioN@antisocial.com>
USA - Wednesday, August 07, 2002 at 08:33:14 (EDT)
What's up Poets, it's Melody (Still out of Town) Cool Just wanted to stop by and wish the The Baton Rouge National Poetry Slam team, the best of luck. I wish I could have been there Thursday and Friday to support y'all but I was there in spirit. I know y'all (Dorian, Mona, Pimp, Xero, and RC) are going kick some serious ass up in Minni next week. Miss you all. Peace and One Love The Disppearing Poet Melody Cool PS By Back on the Yard (and in town) on the 11th (hopefully)
Melody Cool <MusicallyMotivated>
Port Allen, LA USA - Tuesday, August 06, 2002 at 23:00:16 (EDT)
Hey mike Donnie Brasco place 3rd in last week slam than it was cosmos 4th.peace
Liberty
USA - Tuesday, August 06, 2002 at 16:04:43 (EDT)
First of all I want to give thanks to everyone who supported the BR 2002 National Slam Team At all the benefits.2nd Congrats. to the BR & New Orleans National slam team,and also to Karen Wilson 2002 Southern Regional Slam Champion,I'am very proud of U keep up the good work...Well I'm looking foward to my first Nationals not only as Venue Manager but I recieved conformation that I could also be part of the NPS2002 film crew.We have less than 7 days and I'am eager to get a taste of what the nation in slam poetry have to offer.peace and keep your head up.
Liberty <www.hometown.aol.com/libertysmooth>
National Slam, La USA - Tuesday, August 06, 2002 at 14:54:36 (EDT)
Hay Cosmos, no need to apologize to me. I realized after I had entered my response that I may have come across like some kind of hypocritical prude, which is not the case. You should know from my performances that I can be as vulgar, crude, rude, lewd and socially unacceptable as the next guy. And as for porn, I'm an aficionado of the subject, a world class connoisseur and not ashamed to admit it. However, there's a time and place for everything and I just don't see the guest book as either. The poetry and the enjoyment, the camaraderie and friends that Moonlark has shared with me over the past few years mean too much to me to be defiled by that kind of garbage. Don't worry though, I'll be in true form come time to perform this Wednesday. Look forward to seeing you there. P.S. Xero, no need to waste time looking for porn, e-mail me and I'll hook you up. I know where all the good stuff is, including the bio-diverse stuff that the Naked Poet enjoys.
WOOF!!!!!!!!!!
USA - Sunday, August 04, 2002 at 11:39:49 (EDT)
What's up, poets! This is xero here to tell yall that the team done yall proud in N.O. last night. Pimp and Dorian were especially electrifying. The judges were some of the most high-scoring-est fools I've ever seen! Although they were handing 30's out like Mardi Gras beads, some poets really did earn them on both teams! I also want to take a minute to thank Mike Meloncon, Alyson McCord, Tony Norwood, and Donny Brasco. Yall helped out the team with tireless and generous efforts that are immensely appreciated. All of the Baton Rouge poetry community has sacrificed to get to nationals, but these individuals were especially instrumental in our efforts to promote the benefits. Thank you all! I must now look for porn. Peace! Correction: I must now look for a piece. Porn!
XERO <bootstrang@aol>
Baton Rouge , LA USA - Saturday, August 03, 2002 at 19:46:40 (EDT)
To everyone who didn't make the slam in New Orleans last night, once again you missed a historic event. Although last night's slam wasn't ran as smoothly as the one earlier in Baton Rouge and the crowd was not as big, the performances were still A-1. As a matter of fact if I'm not mistaken about 4 poets posted a score of 30, and Pimp posted a perfect 30 both rounds of competition. The scores at the end was a dead tie between B.R and N.O, so that gives somewhat of an indication of how it went down. I can tell you all on behalf of the slam team that they have appreciated all of the money and support you've shown them, so make sure to follow the team's progress the week of the 13th-17th by logging on to PSI's website. I think it's psi.com, but I don't really know. Go team go, peace everyone. Brasco
Donney B. <dbrasco_gwt@hotmail.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Saturday, August 03, 2002 at 18:20:32 (EDT)
SORRY RC i lost myself for a moment. I hate porn peddlers. But your right, poets shouldn't use volger langusage, but i didn't want to waste my poetic talent on scum. Thanks, i wish you could have heard it, but you'll have to wait for the grand slam. Later
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, USA - Friday, August 02, 2002 at 22:43:34 (EDT)
Hay Cosmos! "KUDOS" on qualifying for the Grand Slam, I look forward to seeing you compete. In reference to your response to our porn peddlers Oedipus complex. As poets, we're supposed to be the civilized ones. Those capable of getting our message across without resorting to such vulgar verbiage. Proper decorum tends to lean toward the premise that some words may be better suited for performance, where we know who's being exposed to them. As opposed to and open forum like here in the guest book, where we don't know who's looking in. Just a thought, piece man! Sincerely, The Guest Book Monitor
WOOF!!!!
USA - Friday, August 02, 2002 at 15:34:06 (EDT)
HAY mother fucker get that shit out of guest book or i'll hunt you down!!!! BUT anyway sorry i missed the party i had to work. I hope everything went good. The Baton Rouge Slam Team is going to kick poetic butt up there. good luck to ya'll Later!!!
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, USA - Friday, August 02, 2002 at 10:57:50 (EDT)
I agree completely, RC. But I don't think these are real people that are posting these porn links. They're probably posted by "spam-bots", automatic programs that look for guestbooks to put this kind of crap in. When I get back to Stillwater next week, I'm probably going to disable HTML posting in the guestbook. None of us use it, and it might keep the spam-bots from putting hyperlinks to porn. Like I need some European goofball to tell me how to find porn! ;)
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Friday, August 02, 2002 at 10:51:06 (EDT)
Alright already, it was funny the first time but enough is enough! Who ever you are, go peddle the smut somewhere else!!!!
WOOF!!!!!!!
USA - Friday, August 02, 2002 at 09:07:59 (EDT)
[stupid porn site link removed by web team, 2-Aug-2002]
Oh by the way Austin Texas defeated Defending Nationals champion Dallas at the All Texas Regionals with first year team houston landed a spot in the finals.
Liberty
USA - Thursday, August 01, 2002 at 16:28:25 (EDT)
Thanx Xero and good luck at the Nationals!!!Not only do I think Baton Rouge is sending a dynamic team to the forefront,I think we will get the National Reconition we deserve.I have choosen the venues I'll be Managing at the Nationals...It looks like it's bout 3 which features Flagstaff,AZ vs. West Palm Beach,Fl vs.Washington D.C.-Baltimore vs. N.Y.C.Urbana at Daddy Rock's at 7:00pm and bout 10 is L.A. Green vs.San Francisco vs. Chicago Green Mill vs. Boston Lizard Lounge.Then on Thursday it's Bout 16 at the Sursumcorda San Antonio Tx vs.La Green vs.Kalamazoo Michigan and Worcester,Ma at 7:00 then bout 24 Baton Rouge vs Monteclair NJ vs West palm beach Fl and Oakland Califroina.I've updated my website at www.hometown.aol.com/libertysmooth.I'll be at the Spanish Moon Tonite and U should to.peace and love my poetic brothers and sisters and support the 2002 Baton Rouge National Slam team.
Liberty <www.hometown.aol.com/libertysmooth>
Venue Manager , La USA - Thursday, August 01, 2002 at 16:23:49 (EDT)
Last Call!!! You heard it right, tonight is your last chance to see the "2002 Red Stick Poetry Slam Team" in Baton Rouge before they head off Minneapolis. Where by the grace of the Poetry Gods, we expect they'll be kickin the poetic butts of wanna be's from across the country. This is their last tune up performance here and your support is most definitely needed. So please, join us tonight for "Poets Anonymous" (the Big Show on the Big Stage) at the "Spanish Moon" on Highland Rd., just south of the new bridge @7:30pm. Along with the "YOUsual sUSpects", the Slam Team will be on hand to shake the verbal foundations of spoken word and as always, WE BRING IT TO YA FOR FREE (that's right, the only place you can see the Slam Team without a cover), until 10:00pm when the party begins! Hang out after the show and mingle with the poets or dance the evening away to the funky sounds of DJ Dynamite Dave Sol from New Orleans. There will be a $5.00 donation requested for this portion of the show to help defray the extensive cost of spreading spoken word to the masses. It's a night you don't want to miss and we hope to see you there.
WOOF!!!!
USA - Thursday, August 01, 2002 at 13:20:03 (EDT)
Congradulations, Liberty!!! You are really in for a treat. You're gonna see some of the best poets in the country and I look forward to seeing the effect it's gonna have on your work. I also look forward to seeing all of the faithful tonight at Spanish Moon. Hopefully next year the team will start the benefits a couple of months earlier and won't have to stuff them all down your throats right behind each other. We appreciate every dollar you guys have given and every word of encouragement. We love yall and promise to do our best to let the rest of the world know about the vast amount of talent here in Baton Rouge! Peace, poets!
XERO <bootstrang@aol>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Thursday, August 01, 2002 at 11:25:12 (EDT)
The 2002 Slam Team's performance at Reflections was awe inspiring. The performances were wonderful and the poetry was deep. Although it was supposed to be a benefit for the slam team, I think that the audience benefitted more. The feedback was great and the audience members were speechless, outspoken, I even heard moans, and some slight screams and when I looked up, some of the women were fanning each other. I would like to thank all of the poets. Maybe next year you can grace us with your presence during our "poetry" month. Good luck in Minneapolis and I look forward to seeing you all on Thursday.
Alyson McCord <armresipsa@aol.com>
BR, USA - Wednesday, July 31, 2002 at 17:46:08 (EDT)
The 2002 Slam team performed excellently at Reflections on Sunday and I was fortunate not to have missed it. Keep up the good work you guys. Look out Minneapolis!
Jackie Brown <coffi33@hotmail.com>
Bust, LA USA - Wednesday, July 31, 2002 at 12:49:11 (EDT)
After reviewing 300+ applications,the National Poetry Slam Committee has maid Baton Rouge's 1 and only SLACKED-JAWWED VILLAGE ASSISTANT TOWEL BOY Liberty the crazy shaman!!!Venue Manager at the 2002 NPS.I recieved conformation from the coordinator last night.I will be responsible for making sure the volenteers will be there,the timekeeper,checking poets in,etc.Each venue has 2 bouts a night that start form 7:00pm to 10:00pm.I will pick what venue I will manage in the first two nights also the semifinals.One of the Venues will be the 2002 Baton Rouge National Slam Team also the 2002 NYC-URBANA National Slam Team.I will recieve a week-long pass good for Tuesday-Friday.Also Inked Expressions of Laffyette La has made me a feature for there upcoming Aug.21 Open Mic at Cottage Cafe in Laffyette.
Libertysmooth <www.hometown.aol.com/Libertysmooth>
Slamming, La USA - Tuesday, July 30, 2002 at 12:23:30 (EDT)
i'll be there thursday, even if i have to jet early!!!
shelley <pincushioN@antisocial.com>
br, la USA - Monday, July 29, 2002 at 18:04:14 (EDT)
Nice Site!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Boris <boriskta@sicom.com.tk>
- Monday, July 29, 2002 at 08:41:13 (EDT)
Thanks to Ms. Alyson McCord the team had a very successful benefit at Reflections Books and Gifts. We were guests of thier book club and were treated like goddamn celebrities. Of course we plugged Mortorano's, Poet's Anonymous, and our remaining benefits at the Spanish Moon and True Brew. It seems as though the guest book hasn't seen a lot of activity in the last few days but I know you're out there. If I don't hear from any of you guys on the site, I'll definitely see yall at the Spanish Moon Thursday night. I love yall. Peace!
XERO <bootstrang@aol>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Sunday, July 28, 2002 at 23:26:19 (EDT)
Hey, yall! This is XERO and I just wanted to say that I can't wait until Thursday night's reading and after-party at the Spanish Moon! Mona and I got up early this morning and put out flyers like we never have before!!! This is the last official benefit that we (the team) are responsible for organizing so WE CANNOT FAIL. I'll be making a list of every slam regular who does not show up so I can pubicly ridicule them when I see them and there was NO typo. The team will be reading at Poet's Anonymous so get there early. Tomorrow is the benefit reading at Reflections Books and Gifts on Southern's campus. It starts at 3:00 pm and shall be magnificent! Please come out and support YOUR national poetry slam team. I love yall. Peace, poets!
XERO <bootstang@aol>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Saturday, July 27, 2002 at 15:30:18 (EDT)
Sorry for the typo, I knew how to spell it, just in a hurry. Thanks for the follow up. I'm sure Mike will get the winners on the front page when he gets a chance.
WOOF!!!!!
USA - Thursday, July 25, 2002 at 15:37:59 (EDT)
Yes! thats correct but her name is Taaj...peace
Liberty
USA - Thursday, July 25, 2002 at 14:02:13 (EDT)
Hey Liberty, correct me if I'm wrong. Last night's winners were Donnie Brasco first, tie for second with Yaaj and Megan, third place tie with Roger Kees and Liberty? Is that correct? I got out without writing it down*&%$#&@(&*^**.
WOOF!!!!
USA - Thursday, July 25, 2002 at 13:22:51 (EDT)
Nice feedback Xero,I could not have said it better!!!Hey,Ray we have a slight delimma the Grand Slam is schedule for Aug.13th the same day the Nationals start in Minnesota with the 3rd open on the 6th of Aug.I was thinking about Postponing the Grand Slam until the 19th after the Nationals which end on the 18th.You have enough time to figure something out.peace
Liberty
Slam Nationakls, La USA - Thursday, July 25, 2002 at 13:12:48 (EDT)
Hey Mike! Hey Larry! Yall missed one hell of a reading at the Fox and Hound. The bass player was a no-show and no one asked me to play congas for them but I played anyway. Every one read poems that were a little more personal than the usual over-the-top slam stuff except for the 2002 B.R. Slam Team. The team used the event as an opportunity to get in a little live audience rehearsal. There was passion, pain, excitement and lots of liquor! Pimp took off his shirt, Arthur embarrassed himself, and I did some of the worst hosting ever to be witnessed by human eyes. It was beautiful, and best of all we had about 70 people attend the event who donated AFTER they paid their admission! Tonights slam was pretty cool too. The crowd was almost all poets and the feature (Soul Evans) was a-fucking-mazing! He'll also be featured at Poet's Anonymous tomorrow. We wish you guys could have been there and hope to see yall soon. Peace, people!
jXERO <bootstrang@aol>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Thursday, July 25, 2002 at 00:56:47 (EDT)
Yeah, what about Monday night.....?(thanks Mike)
Larry Knight <ljk93@aol.com>
Jacksonville, FL USA - Thursday, July 25, 2002 at 00:38:55 (EDT)
Hey, y'all. I'm going to be in town next week, so I'm looking forward to seeing everyone at the Slam, and at the NATIONAL SLAM TEAM GOING AWAY JAMBOREE AND HOOTENANNY on Thursday night. Hey, how come no one answered Larry's question? How was Monday night? Us folks in the West and the East want to know.
Mike <melancon@brightok.net>
Stillwater, ok USA - Wednesday, July 24, 2002 at 21:27:29 (EDT)
The Naked Poet finds that most online erotica lacks sufficient...shall we say...biodiversity?
The Naked Poet
Bunkie, LA USA - Tuesday, July 23, 2002 at 19:41:22 (EDT)
Alright!!! Hot links to porn sites in the guest book! Who's idea was that? (perhaps the Naked Poet?)
WOOF!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
USA - Tuesday, July 23, 2002 at 09:15:24 (EDT)
How was the event at the Fox and the Hound?
Larry Knight <ljk93@aol.com>
Jacksonville, FL USA - Tuesday, July 23, 2002 at 09:15:23 (EDT)
hi, nice site, keep up the great work! [webmaster's note - link to lame-ass German porn site removed]
michael
United States - Tuesday, July 23, 2002 at 05:33:15 (EDT)
Hey Ray. As per our conversation last night I am posting the requested information on the guestbook. There will be a brief benefit slam for the National Poetry Slam Team at Reflections Books and Gifts on Sunday, July 28, 2002. The slam is scheduled to begin at 3:00 p.m. and it is being sponsored in conjunction with the book store and the Reading and Reflecting Book Club. Reflections is located at 616 Harding Boulevard on Southern University's campus. Mona and I have worked out most of the details and it is my understanding that the members of the 2002 Slam Team will be available. Ray, I will also ask Xero to host if he is present at the slam which is scheduled for tonight.
Alyson McCord <armresipsa@aol.com>
BR, LA USA - Monday, July 22, 2002 at 10:56:56 (EDT)
Hey Ray. As per our conversation last night I am posting the requested information on the guestbook. There will be a brief benefit slam for the National Poetry Slam Team at Reflections Books and Gifts on Sunday, July 28, 2002. The slam is scheduled to begin at 3:00 p.m. and it is being sponsored in conjunction with the book store and the Reading and Reflecting Book Club. Reflections is located at 616 Harding Boulevard on Southern University's campus. Mona and I have worked out most of the details and it is my understanding that the members of the 2002 Slam Team will be available. Ray, I will also ask Xero to host if he is present at the slam which is scheduled for tonight.
Alyson McCord <armresipsa@aol.com>
BR, LA USA - Monday, July 22, 2002 at 10:56:28 (EDT)
Hey, all. I'm very sorry about putting the wrong time for the benefit! I have updated the web site. Everyone please note what Xero said - the benefit slam tomorrow night is at 8:00!!! Not 9:00!!! I wish I could make it, but I'm 713 miles away. I hope to be in town soon, though. (hopefully for the slam team going away party!)
Mike (aka Moronicus Maximus)
Stillwater, Ok USA - Sunday, July 21, 2002 at 20:48:23 (EDT)
Cosmos, the reading at the Fox And Hound starts at 8 o'clock and admission is $5. At 8:30 the admission goes up to $7. Tell others.
XERO <bootstrang@aol>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Sunday, July 21, 2002 at 10:23:26 (EDT)
SO...CONFUSSED...RAY what time does the benefit slam at the Fox and Hound start, so for i've heard 8:00, 8:30, and 9:00!!!! i need to know to see if i can get off work early if it starts at nine. Later
Cosmos <PhoenixBarret@aol.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, USA - Sunday, July 21, 2002 at 01:20:29 (EDT)
I hope Cosmos, Lola, and Liberty don't think that anyone was being overlooked. On the nights they slammed all of the qualifying poets apparently said that they would attend the Grand Slam. Liberty, I recall you suggesting that we pick an alternate poet for every open slam, just in case one of the qualifyers doesn't show up. I think that's really a great idea. You know what, we could even have alternates for the alternates! Better yet, we could just have everyone who enters an open slam automatically qualify for the Grand Slam so no one would ever be able to insinuate that any one was overlooking anyone else! I mean, I know that part of the excitement of the slam is that it's a competition, which means that every one can't qualify, but what the hell! Who wouldn't want to be included in a Grand Slam soley based on their regular participation?!! Lola and Cosmos, keep on slamming. Soon the potential I see in you both will take your art to a level that even the suckiest of judges can recognize. Liberty, thanks for investigating Ray's decision to pick the next runner-up in Katt's absence. With you sacrificing so much of your free time to police the site/slams it really allows the rest of us to have lives. I would personally like to thank you for doing so and not pointing any fingers in the process.
XERO <bootstrang@aol>
Baton Rouge , LA USA - Sunday, July 21, 2002 at 00:53:37 (EDT)
Liberty, I told Starchild that he could slam because when Katt first qualified he said he wasn't sure if he was going to be in town for the Grand Slam. When Katt said that, Ray told me to tell Starchild that if Katt found out that he couldn't attend, then he (Starchild) could qualify, since he was the next runner up. Starchild called me the night before the Grand Slam to see if Katt was coming or not. That is when I told him that Katt was not coming and he could slam, just like RAY promised. I'm glad you weren't trying to start any confusion, but I think my complicated answer may have. Peace to all the poets and patrons! I'll see yall at the Fox And Hound, Monday night at 8 o'clock!
XERO <bootstrang@aol>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Saturday, July 20, 2002 at 18:32:10 (EDT)
I just found out that the 2002 New Orleans National Slam Team is registerd.NPS has them on the waiting list along with 6 other cities including 2002 Southern Regional Champion Montevillo Alabama.
Liberty
slam city, La USA - Saturday, July 20, 2002 at 15:35:51 (EDT)
hello together! love and peace for all of us! please think one moment of all the poor people in the world! lets make this world a better place! bye.
john
Australia - Saturday, July 20, 2002 at 07:39:05 (EDT)
Make your stand for an impossible cause. Cook ground meat to 160 degrees. Better yet, be a vegetarian. Life is full of unexpected pleasures. There will be time to eat the donuts that you will eat and supplement your diet with fiber, if necessary.
E Coli
Cheneyville, LA USA - Saturday, July 20, 2002 at 00:57:04 (EDT)
Thanks for the special thanks Mike....I had a blast participating in the slam. It was my first experience, but perhaps not the last. It's good to see that poetry is alive and well in Baton Rouge. Now if we can just get everyone to appreciate and support it as we do, then everything will be just fine. To everyone, thanks for the words of encouragement. And to Ray, Mona, Xero, RC, and Liberty, thank you and I hope that the BTR-JAX bond will be strengthened in the near future. PEACE
Larry Knight <ljk93@aol.com>
Jacksonville, FL USA - Friday, July 19, 2002 at 20:04:43 (EDT)
Hey Liberty, RC here. I've had something come up and will not be able to make the show tonight SO, if your planning to attend, you need to make arrangements for a ride home. Sorry man, look forward to seeing everyone Monday night.
WOOF!!!!!
USA - Thursday, July 18, 2002 at 14:46:07 (EDT)
Okay, the Bard Dog hooked me up with the scores. Congrats to Taaj, RC, Donney, and a special thanks to Larry Knight, who came all the way over from Florida (the state, not the street) to share his verse.
Mike
USA - Thursday, July 18, 2002 at 11:49:09 (EDT)
Donney - thanks for the correction. The website has been updated. Please extend my apologies to DJ Dyamite Dave Sol. When Xero was telling me about the gig on the phone, I was in a jazz club in OK City, scribbling information on a bar napkin. Hey, speaking of bar napkins, where's the Junk Bard Dog? He hasn't emailed me the winners from last night! My best to all.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Thursday, July 18, 2002 at 10:40:30 (EDT)
hey guys...sorry i didn't make it out last night...i'm having lots of friggin' dental work done and i'm having a hard time speaking sometimes (not to mention sleeping, eating, etc)....maybe i'll show back up when i near being able to eat solid food again...in about a month. :P~ ick. anyway, have a great day, and come out to the moon tonight!!! i've gotta host, so you can see me slur my way through it. byebye for now...~s
shelley <pincushioN@antisocial.com>
batonrouge, la USA - Thursday, July 18, 2002 at 08:31:14 (EDT)
Glad to see the Poetry Slammers are surviving and the Moonlark theater has plans for action. It was amusing to be a judge one night. Thanks for not following me home after a couple of scores in the 8 and under range. Ola Ms. Larkin.
Lynn <anything@chomxxo.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Wednesday, July 17, 2002 at 16:05:48 (EDT)
To whom it may concern, there needs to be a correction on the home page under the section about the party. the DJ from New Orleans is Dave Sol, not Dave Four. That's all I wanted to add, good luck to everyone in tonight's grand slam. peace out, brasco
donney b <dbrasco_gwt@hotmail.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Wednesday, July 17, 2002 at 12:40:26 (EDT)
I want to thank you for your response, and your right Lola it's not about winning.I know the person who pick starchild did not intend to overlook anyone.I talk to ray about having a alternant for open slams for when if a qualifying poet can't make the finals we could turn to the alt. He aggreed to start it after the finals,I think it's a good idea.peace
liberty
USA - Wednesday, July 17, 2002 at 11:50:19 (EDT)
Thanks Liberty, but it has never been about winning with me, poetry is an art, and poets have a talent for it. I am just glad to get up there and share my art with everyone in hopes that in some way it touchs them. I'll see you all tomorrow.
Lola <Serenity903@yahoo.com>
USA - Wednesday, July 17, 2002 at 01:37:12 (EDT)
Thanks Liberty! I appreciate what you said! Later
Cosmos <Phoenixbarret@aol.cm>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, USA - Tuesday, July 16, 2002 at 18:01:17 (EDT)
Not to start any confusion,and I'm not finger pointing; But who came to the conclusion of starchild competing in the finals when you have poets such as Cosmos and Lola who slam on a regular basis get overlooked?I just wanted to know that.
Liberty
slamfinals, la USA - Tuesday, July 16, 2002 at 13:00:24 (EDT)
What's crackin', people? The Maddkatt won't be in town so Starchild will be slamming in his place! Yaaay Starchild!!! Larry Knight e-mailed me to say he'll be in town for the slam Wednesday. I got flyers for the Fox and Hound open mic which is slated for an 8 o'clock start again. I'll bring them with me Wednesday. Peace, yall!!!
XERO <bootstrang@aol>
Baton Rouge , LA USA - Monday, July 15, 2002 at 23:18:41 (EDT)
1st of all Mike, your doing a great on this web site, updating the events, new venues etc.keep up the good work!!! Brasco sorry to here about your job sitruation I hope it will work out for U.I'll update my web page on your 1st place finish good luck.This should spice things up in the absence of Xero.peace.
Liberty smooth
Baton Rouge, La USA - Sunday, July 14, 2002 at 17:16:12 (EDT)
Ray, I left a message on your answering machine stating that I will be able to attend this Wednesday's slam, so remember that I did qualify last week, but you said you disqualified me because i wasn't supposed to be able to show up, anyways i got fired from work the other day, soooooooo, I'll be at the slam. Donney Brasco
Donney B <dbrasco_gwt@hotmail.com>
brc, la USA - Sunday, July 14, 2002 at 15:43:44 (EDT)
Hay Cosmos, can't remember what it was??? Maybe that he had come past the Thursday night reading and really rocked!
WOOF!!!!!!!!!!
USA - Sunday, July 14, 2002 at 12:29:56 (EDT)
HAY MIKE AND RAY,I don't know if Madd Katt told you but he left town to go on tour so he wouldn't make the Grand Slam. I didn't know f you know or if....whatever, Info from me, Later
Cosmos <Phoenixbarret>
Outer rim of the galaxy, USA - Sunday, July 14, 2002 at 00:19:00 (EDT)
Hey Brandon, How could I forget you? Where ya been? The first floor of the theatre is up and everything is going well. Are you in town? Come see me and I want you to see the theatre too. I think of you every time I get to remembering all the crazy ass people I don't get to see anymore. love
Ray
Ethel, USA - Friday, July 12, 2002 at 10:27:03 (EDT)
What is the Haps Mr. Sibley? I don't know if you remember me, but I sure as heckfire remember you! Write me back you clown. How's construction going? Me love you long time...Sincerely, Hopefuly, and Truly yours Brandon Bankston
Brandon Bankston <tomliota@hotmail.com>
Houston, TX USA - Thursday, July 11, 2002 at 20:40:06 (EDT)
I want to thank everyone who made last night poetry slam a success.Congrats.to the winners and good luck in the finals. At the benefit reading called THA DISPUTE OVER THE BOOT!!! they had a female from Laffyette,La who runs a magazine called "Inked Expressions"is featuring yours truly the CRAZY SHAMAN in the july 2002 issue!!!she also runs a reading in Laffyette every Thursday night.I'll be performing at the Spanish Moon 2nite.pEACe OuT.
Liberty
Mortorano, La USA - Thursday, July 11, 2002 at 16:17:22 (EDT)
RC...hay, last night you were trying to tell me and Lola something about that teacher guy from Florida but you never got it out. What was it? I only ask because it sounded important. Other then that, last night was good, it's nice to see Shelley again, and we are going to drag Ru there next week barring we have the Apocalypse. See ya'll later
Cosmos <PhoenixBarret>
Outer rim of the Galaxy, USA - Thursday, July 11, 2002 at 12:04:08 (EDT)
ooooOOoooh....big word.
shelley <pincushioN@antisocial.com>
br, la USA - Thursday, July 11, 2002 at 08:15:27 (EDT)
ANNOUNCEMENT - some of you may have noticed weirdness on our website earlier today. That was because InetU, our web host was moving our website to a new server. So, for several hours today, an old version of the guestbook was being displayed, and the main page said the next poetry slam was June 26th. They've gotten all of our files copied over, so everything should be copacetic now.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Wednesday, July 10, 2002 at 19:06:12 (EDT)
Ray, I'm typing them now. Expect the first one in the next 15 minutes!
XERO <bootstrang@aol>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Tuesday, July 09, 2002 at 21:16:24 (EDT)
Xero, Mona, Dorian, and Pimp--I need your bio's for the National Slam Program. I figured this was the quickest way to let you know I need them NOW; I have to e-mail them by tomorrow morning to make the printing deadline. Send to me at rlsibley@bellsouth.net Sorry for the short notice; I just got notified today. peace/love
Ray
Ethel, USA - Tuesday, July 09, 2002 at 12:49:26 (EDT)
Hey Mike! Glad you made it home safely. It was nice to finally meet you. Hope all is well. Until the next encounter...
JB
Bust, USA - Tuesday, July 09, 2002 at 12:25:53 (EDT)
Liberty, thanks for the info. I have updated the website accordingly. Sorry to everyone about the lapses in the website for the last week or so. I've been on vacation in Baton Rouge and Texas and haven't updated it. It *should* be all caught up now, though. It was great seeing everyone at Mortorano's Wednesday night. My best to all of you in BR.
mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Monday, July 08, 2002 at 16:02:32 (EDT)
Hey Mike I have the winners of the second open RC and Becky Larkin tied for 2 place and Miss Dawn is 3rd.
Liberty
USA - Monday, July 08, 2002 at 14:58:50 (EDT)
Hey Yall!!! I've got a hold on the teams our National Poetry Slam Teams is schedule to face in Minnesota!On Wednesday,at 7:00pm in bout 5 it looks like 17 Baton Rouge, La vs. 18 Boston/Cantab vs 19 Alaska vs 20 Hamtramck/Detroit Cap E is Jack McCarthy site undecided.On Thursday 9:00pm it gets a little tougher when our 17seed Baton Rouge La face off with the National #3seed Oakland,Califorina vs the #10seed West Palm Beach,Fl vs the #24 Powerhouse Monteclair,New Jersey.How ever New Orleans,La is NOT one of the 56 cities schedule to compete I don't understand who's team finished 3rd in the Southern Regional tournament will not compete in this years national poetry slam it's bazarre!!! On a more Positive note we will not face the host team in the 1st 2rounds.Defending Champion Dallas Drew Delray Beach fl vs Connecticut vs Vancouver, B.C. Nevertheless Xero,Mona,or Donnie you might want to get in touch with New Orleans,La and let them know that they are not schedule for nationals.peace
Libertysmooth
Nationalpoetryslam, La USA - Sunday, July 07, 2002 at 16:12:28 (EDT)
Peace.I've Just updated my webpage!!!I think It's cool,featuring updated slam results,poem of the month,and my future goals etc...I plan on getting in contact with poetry slam.net (a site that features National slam teams, venues,and touring slammers across the nation.)To maybe feature Moonlark.org my web site and the Original Red Stick Poetry Slam on there National Web site.We have talented poets in Southern Baton Rouge also in surrounding areas.I hope everything will fall threw as plan.Cosmos it takes a lot of guts to do what you did ,I'm very proud of you don't give up keep your words flowing Bro!!!peace Oh!!! my web page address is www.hometown.aol.com/libertysmooth check it out peace!
Libertysmooth
Baton Rouge, La USA - Saturday, July 06, 2002 at 16:22:56 (EDT)
Peace.I've Just updated my webpage!!!I think It's cool,featuring updated slam results,poem of the month,and my future goals etc...I plan on getting in contact with poetry slam.net (a site that features National slam teams, venues,and touring slammers across the nation.)To maybe feature Moonlark.org my web site and the Original Red Stick Poetry Slam on there National Web site.We have talented poets in Southern Baton Rouge also in surrounding areas.I hope everything will fall threw as plan.Cosmos it takes a lot of guts to do what you did ,I'm very proud of you don't give up keep your words flowing Bro!!!peace
Libertysmooth
Baton Rouge, La USA - Saturday, July 06, 2002 at 16:21:36 (EDT)
Well...i see i'm the first to comment to the Wednesday slam. It was good, i sucked, total blank out. The food was great. See ya'll next Wednesday, Later
Cosmos <PhoenixBarret@aol.com>
Outer rim ofthe galaxy, USA - Saturday, July 06, 2002 at 09:48:17 (EDT)
HEY, anybody know a cafe', bar & grill, backyard patio, hell anywhere, that might be interested in having a poetry reading hosted by a coupla young "urban" poets, holla at ya folk, the Poetry Alliance, we are still looking for a location to start a new reading, if anybody got ANY leads, get back at Xero, Mona, or myself. Signing off, a frozen homeless poet. donney brasco P.S: ok, I know it's been only about 2 weeks since the BS was hoisted, but it feels like 2 eternities, holla back.
donney brasco <dbrasco_gwt@hotmail.com>
novenue, LA USA - Wednesday, July 03, 2002 at 11:57:32 (EDT)
Cool yall, I'll should talk to Eternal tomorrow. I'm sure she will be thrilled about featuring at Poet's Anonymous. O.K. I have to go write a poem!
XERO <bootstrang@aol>
Baton Rouge , LA USA - Tuesday, July 02, 2002 at 22:34:44 (EDT)
"EXTRA, EXTRA" Read all about it! Straight from the cover of "The Bunkie Busybody" (Louisiana's foremost authority on literary gossip). Front page headline reads: "Naked Poet Appears Without Briefs" Chastised by Judge Judy for attempting to defend himself against charges of operating a motor vehicle while possessing only a Poetic License. The Naked Poet got a big break today when, citing a lack of evidence and the arresting officers adverse, predisposition to poetry. The judge elected to throw out two superfluous, trumped up charges of driving while barefoot AND the use of a suspicious appendage to signal left hand turns. The two female officers in question, have been formally reprimanded and placed on administrative leave with pay. Pending a complete, comprehensive, internal investigation attempting to determine if the Naked Poet's rights were actually violated. In what appears to have been a contemptible, road side strip search where, no stone was left unturned! Granted a continuance to acquire proper legal representation. Rumor has it that the Naked Poet, is attempting to secure the services of high profile defense attorney Johnny Cochran. Not so much for his legendary legal prowess mind you, as for his inherent rhyming skills. If it doesn't fit, you must acquit! Stay tuned, I'll fill you in on the outcome of the trial as soon as it hits the press.
WOOF!!!!!!!!!!!
USA - Tuesday, July 02, 2002 at 18:07:57 (EDT)
Jackie Brown, R. C., and Mona Webb. Country Roads has done an article on the Slam for next month's issue. They are sending a photographer for some pictures this weds. at Mortorano's. They want pictures of the whole gig but they mention y'all in the article and want some photos of you. Where is the Naked Poet? Maybe we could get a poignant, philosophical, dirty quote from him for the article. Peace/Love
Ray
Ethel, USA - Tuesday, July 02, 2002 at 12:59:11 (EDT)
Miss Shelley knows the score, traveling Poets are always welcome a Poets Anonymous! Lucas should be hosting this week, I'll be there early to get set up and if you can get Eternal there by 7:30 or so, we'll let her open the show with a couple of pieces then bring her back to close the show and pass the hat. I'll make mention of her appearance in the weekly e-mail. Piece!
WOOF!!!!!!!!!
USA - Tuesday, July 02, 2002 at 11:24:03 (EDT)
we like it when the judges suck...anyway, xero, i was gonna ask you myself about whether or not eternal could feature @ the moon, but i didn't want to steal your thunder with her. if r.c.'s about it, i'm definitely all for it. i'll try to be @ the slam this wednesday, funds and other things permitting....(gotta have some of that food, at least!)
shelley <pincushioN@antisocial.com>
br, la USA - Tuesday, July 02, 2002 at 08:59:08 (EDT)
P.S. About the whole "who got robbed" deal, I think we should never forget that in slam the judges always suck. THEY ARE SUPPOSSED TO SUCK!!! If all the judges were poetry experts, we would all be badly mimicking Shakespeare for high scores. Instead we are free to cuss and degrade poeple for low scores...but at least we are FREE!!! Slam on, my fellow low-lifes!
XERO <bootstrang@aol>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Tuesday, July 02, 2002 at 00:27:55 (EDT)
Jackie, RC is right. You definitely want your sincerity to come across to the audience. People are never more honest and sincere than when they are afraid. I've also come to realize that channeling my "jitters" into my reading of the piece makes for a more passionate performance and, as I'm sure you all know, in slam passion is everything. Hey, RC there's a New Jersey poet coming down this week who's on their slam team. She wants to feature somewhere in Baton Rouge. As I told you I'll be featuring in N.O. this Wednesday so let me know if I can bring her Poets Anonymous this Thursday for a little passing of the hat! I was originally supposed to feature her at Backstage but, well, you know how that turned out. Her name is Eternal. I haven't heard her read, but hey, she is on the New Jersey National Poetry Slam Team for God's sake! Yo, Ray! Get a cell phone, be home sometimes, or RETURN MY MESSAGES!!!! Peace, poets.
XERO <bootstrang@aol>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Tuesday, July 02, 2002 at 00:17:38 (EDT)
me and Xero were looking at the tape of last Wednesday's slamyesterday, and he's right.. u got to be able to have a variety of pieces to choose from, so again did the poets get ROBBED or did the poets ROB THEMSELVES, I mean, be realistic, either some people performances were not as hot as they thought they were at the time they were doing it, while others simply chose to do the wrong type of material for the environment they were in, what's the remedy, create more UNIVERSAL pieces, because SOMETIMES u might go to a slam where the judges do not even remotely relate to your age,race, gender, body type, social class, or philosophical outlook on life, so if YOU WANT TO SLAM, you gotta do something to appease their asses, if not, then don't have great expectations... although sometimes judges do the darndest things. Donney B.
donney brasco
baton rouge , la USA - Monday, July 01, 2002 at 14:01:39 (EDT)
Thanx for the advice u guys. I do agree about last week and choice of material. I've had to learn that the hard way a few more times than I would like to remember. Live and learn as they say... RC, I don't know about the alcohol thing...*smilin* Who would drive me home?????? Besides, I think Im cuter with my eyez open and my drool contained! I have a few tricks to try...but keep the advice coming. We shall see what happens... Xero, are u guys still looking for a temp location for the oral climax?
JB
Bust, USA - Monday, July 01, 2002 at 13:34:18 (EDT)
I have to agree with Xero's assessment. With the older judges and children on hand, some material just doesn't go over that well and selection of poetry definitely hurt a few poets last week. Having a large repertoire does help but, being able to read the room and make the right selection of material is still quite a challenge. To address Miss Jackie's question about how to get over the nervousness that goes along with being on stage. I've got two words for ya, "DRINK HEAVY"!!! WARNING!!! Side effects may include drowsiness, slurred speech, blurred vision, slobbering all over the first three rows and just out right forgetting your material. This approach is not for everyone however, it does tend to eliminate the on stage jitters. Sincerely, I guess the best advice I can give is to read regularly. Spread the beauty of your words at every venue that will open the door to you. Eventually the nerves will subside but, you don't want to throw them all away. Maintaining a certain amount of sincerity that comes from the nervousness is a very strong asset that you don't want to lose.
WOOF!!!!!!!!!!!!1
USA - Monday, July 01, 2002 at 13:16:03 (EDT)
Hello fellow poetry fans! I would first like to thank all of the poets who participated in the Smackdown. Thanks also to Tony Norwood who always takes time out of his busy schedule to design flyers for the team. Jackie, the only advice I can give you is to keep writing and slamming. You will experiment with and invent different techniques to become as good as you want to be. I think many poets were robbed because it has been my experience that judges have a tendency to be bothered by "adult" poetry when young children are present. I don't think it's a conscious decision to give a low score but they enjoy the raunchy stuff more when they are not worrying about a child's innocence being harmed. This is why slam poets fare better at slams when they have a larger and more diverse collection of performance ready poems and not forced to read one of the only two poems they have memorized. I'm not trying to offend anyone, I'm just sharing what I've learned from my own slew of mistakes. The ability to adapt to the room can only be brought about by more of us slamming on a REGULAR basis. Oh, Pimp competed in a big talent show yesterday out in the boondocks against all kinds of singers, rappers, and dancers. Once again poetry proved to be more artistic and entertaining as Pimp took home the first place trophy and $150 in prize money! There was another poet in the contest but she read while Pimp SLAMMED!!!! I'll see yall later, peace!
XERO <bootstrang@aol>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Sunday, June 30, 2002 at 16:36:17 (EDT)
Hey, y'all. Thanks to Cosmos, who hooked me up with some pictures, I've added some images to the Moonlark Slam picture album. Go the Moonlark homepage and click the link that says "Poetry Slam Pictures". In particular, you must check out the one of Ray doing...well...I'm not really sure what he's doing. One note - when I added the new pictures, I broke the thumbnails for the old pictures. I'm working on getting them back in place, but it might take a couple of days. I'll be in BR Saturday through Wednesday, but since I'm leaving Wednesday AM, I won't be making the slam. I plan on going to check out the theater, though. My best to all.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Friday, June 28, 2002 at 15:19:44 (EDT)
That was one bad-ass slam Weds. There were a whole lot of new people there and they really got treated to what slammin' is all about; lotta love and lots of very fine word-flying. If you saw this as your first slam how could you not want more? I can't wait for next week. I have to agree with you ShellEy, La-Di-Da's poem is definitely national slam quality and so was Knowledge's "Friends" poem and Liberty's "Basketball Player." We do not live in a shallow pond here in BR when it comes to poetry; I think we could have made two teams of poets for nationals that would have represented well. I'm just thankful to be part of this community of poets and poetry lovers. We are headin' into a new chapter in slam with our move to Mortorano's next Weds.; these are good people and they love the slam people, the food is good, and I also like the idea that we will have poetry spilling out onto third street sidewalks, and an audience that is totally respectful of the poets. Also, Tom got his liquor license and there will be wine served along with the food. Peace/love...
Ray
Ethel, USA - Friday, June 28, 2002 at 15:11:19 (EDT)
THANKS ShellEy...I really appreciate that. Although Knowledge's team would have faired better had they had a SEASONED slam poet to represent them in place of the Drunken Poet or if they had just had the Drunken Poet. I felt honored that he asked me tho, but I hate that I was the reason they scored so low. Im in need of tips on how to overcome stage fright. It's killing me! And none of that, picture the audience naked stuff... it no worky for me. Suggestions, suggestions...anybody? Now that Im addicted to this, need to work on perfectin' it. Until the next encounter...
JB
Bust, USA - Friday, June 28, 2002 at 10:45:33 (EDT)
damn, i said, "great" a lot...see why i haven't been slammin? lack of vocabulary.
shelley
USA - Friday, June 28, 2002 at 08:27:55 (EDT)
i don't give a gnat testicle what anyone else thinx, LaDiDa WAS robbed!!! i hope everybody had a great time, tho...there were some really great performances going on, and jackie, you were great! i'm gonna hide out again now. laterz.
shelley <pincushioN@antisocial.com>
br, la USA - Friday, June 28, 2002 at 08:27:04 (EDT)
I wanna give props to the 2k2 slam team, the asshole was right, they handled their business, much love folk! Also I wanna congratualate and give mad props to my team for being right up on the national team's asses, y'all did a wonderful job (cliff, taaj, and melanie). Also peace to team Spanish Moon and my man Knowledge's team, y'all would have faired a lot better if you didn't have those problems about teamates who couldn't make it, but Jackie and Mohammed served very well as replacements, I think the other teams had an advantage of chemistry because we didn't have to make any last minute adjustments. But all in all everyone did well, I don't personally feel that anyone really got robbed, except for maybe Taaj, I think everyone's score was reflective of the performance they put forth and the poem they chose to read. Well, have fun everyone, and hopefully some more people will travel to N.O next month for "Dispute over Tha Boot II", support your team, show 'em your love by showin' your dollars. peace poets, Donney Brasco
donney brasc' <dbrasco_gwt@hotmail.com>
sct, la USA - Thursday, June 27, 2002 at 20:54:42 (EDT)
A lotta folk were ROBBED last night and those that were are all 30's in my book *smilin'*. Usually, the lowest scores are at the beginning and they steadily increase. Last night was a roller coaster ride with some very unforseen dips. *shakin'my head* It's all good tho...just makes me wanna read...and write more and more for whatever that's worth. Hope it has the same effect on yall. Slam on, yall!!!! Until the next encounter...peaches and lub...
JB
Bust, USA - Thursday, June 27, 2002 at 19:36:04 (EDT)
LaDiDa WAS ROBBED!!!!! AS WELL AS MISS DORIAN! I don't know what else to say?????
WOOF!!!!!
USA - Thursday, June 27, 2002 at 00:40:34 (EDT)
Oh!I hope the female poets of our generation brang the fire on because the highest scoring female poet will get a brand new silk dress value over $150.00 Peace.
Liberty
silkdress, la USA - Wednesday, June 26, 2002 at 15:31:28 (EDT)
YEAA!Man pump that stuff up like that.Cause It's going down tonite Ya heard me!
Liberty
smackdown, la USA - Wednesday, June 26, 2002 at 15:28:08 (EDT)
whoever thought that war is not fun would be wrong because they don't know how it's goin' down tonight. 4 teams, going at it, it's gonna be a battle, but i'll be damned if it don't be a good time, or entertaining at the least. i think the storm outside today is just a prerequisite to the storm everyone will see erupt tonight at the smackdown, so tell a friend, tell an enemy, bring all those you know, oh yeah, and don't forget to bring your damn money too. see ev'rrybody tonight. team Brasco, Tha Captain
donney b <dbrasco_gwt@hotmail.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Wednesday, June 26, 2002 at 15:03:48 (EDT)
Tell me Xero,What effects do (Endorphins)have on the human mind if any?(ha! ha! just kidding...)I'm just here trying to soak up all the emotions evolving around Back stage;and the concerns,feedbacks,hopes,and admorations of it's owners.My prayer goes out to the owners of backstage and there family, I know first hand that they invested a lot of money in there business for someone to come snatch it away.I pity them who were involved in any fashion and I hope Justice will be served.I don't care if there white,black,yellow,or blue;Thieves are cowards and there souls are dark;they all need to be locked up.Good luck to all the poets that will take part in the Poetry Smack Down I hope every member to each team will be able to make it and represent there team to the fullest and may the best team win peace.
Liberty crazy shaman
endorphins, la USA - Wednesday, June 26, 2002 at 14:33:29 (EDT)
I wasn't offended at all Miss Jackie, merely looking in your thoughts a little deeper. I guess I just don't want to believe that any one in our circle could be involved with something like that. I appreciate your concern though. Thanks!
WOOF!!!!!!!!!!!!
USA - Wednesday, June 26, 2002 at 13:21:37 (EDT)
I think the point I was trying to make was misinterpreted and maybe offended a few folk. Sorry RC, (and anyone else I may have cut) that was not my intent. Peaches and Lub yall...JB
Jackie Brown
Bust, USA - Wednesday, June 26, 2002 at 11:18:58 (EDT)
Oh, I forgot to mention that the 2002 Baton Rouge National Poetry Slam Team will rule tomorrow night! We didn't get out a lot of flyers so everyone must bring someone with them! The team still doesn't have half of the money it needs! Heeeeeelp!!!!!
XERO <bootstrang@aol>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Tuesday, June 25, 2002 at 23:55:19 (EDT)
Hey yall! This goes out to you all. Before Backstage was jacked, I had set up a feature for a New Jersey poet named Eternal. I told her that I would see about setting up a feature after our slam on July 3rd. Since she first contacted me she has made the New Jersey Slam Team so she will definitely give us a great show. My last entry on this site said that I would see you guys Wednesday at Mortorano's but I was on drugs (endorphins). I'll see yall at Richoux's tomorrow! Peace, poets!!!!
XERO <bootstrang@aol>
Baton Rouge , LA USA - Tuesday, June 25, 2002 at 23:41:35 (EDT)
Damn, I screwed that up! My last response was not to Miss Rage, but to the comments Miss Jackie made about who these assholes may look like. Sorry bout that#@*//$^*!!!
R. C. Sanders
USA - Tuesday, June 25, 2002 at 18:13:38 (EDT)
On an even more serious note (seeing that my name was mentioned in an earlier call for harmony). Although I can honestly say that I have not used this forum to launch personal attacks or malicious insults against my fellow poets. I am unfortunately guilty of occasionally stirring the pot for the sole purpose of entertaining my own warped sense of humor (hey, I can't help myself sometimes!) I personally find the trash talk and lively banter to be very amusing. If this offends some of you, please forgive me. In direct response to Brasco's disclosure that the Baton Rouge Poetry Scene is the only REAL thing in his life, please include my name on that list. My life was for crap until Poetry yanked me from my near comatose state of transcendental self centeredness almost four years ago and is quite possibly the only reason for my still being amongst the living. For this I will be forever grateful. To address Miss Rage's assessment of who the perpetrators and conspirators of the Backstage atrocity may look like. If there's one thing I can say I'm proud to have learned over the past few years, it's that if we were able to look at those guilty of this crime. To peek into that hidden place where it really counts. I believe we'd find that neither the conspirators nor the perpetrators would bear even the slightest resemblance to any of those(us) in our poetry community. Of this I feel confident. While I respect the requests and pleas put forth to keep it friendly and cordial here. I'd like to think that the guest book will remain a place where we can continue to share not only our thoughts and ideas, but express our dissatisfaction and displeasure as well. Most important though, KEEP HAVIN FUN!!!! On occasion this requires having thick skin as they say and one thing about Slammin, it does tend to toughen you up! So with that said, piece of sex or what ever it is poets are supposed to say. I Love you all! Sincerely, R. C. Sanders
WOOF!!!!!!
USA - Tuesday, June 25, 2002 at 17:47:38 (EDT)
I must say I'm appalled, yet somehow not surprised at the heinous acts committed against the Backstage. I've been following their fight over zoning problems in the papers and based on what I've seen, smart money would not bet against Xero's assessment of the situation. It's a damn shame and unlike the loss of The Bayou that I made humourous light of in this forum, the Backstage was really a nice club. Hopefully they'll get it back together and the Poetry Alliance will continue to have a home. ////// Hey Liberty, yeah, tonight, seven or so at Ichabod's, hopefully Brian will remember too.
WOOF!!!!!!!
USA - Tuesday, June 25, 2002 at 13:01:24 (EDT)
I GUESS THINGS HAVE NOT CHANGED AS MUCH AS WE THOUGHT IN THE SOUTH OR THIS COUNTRY PEOPLE.. MY HEART GOES OUT TO THE OWNERS OF THE BACKSTAGE...AND I HOPE THAT THIS WILL OPEN PEOPLES EYES HERE AND BATON ROUGE.. SO MAYBE WE CAN COME TOGETHER AND FIGHT AGANIST THIS RACIAL INJUSTICE...PEACE AND LOVE.. AND IF I DON'T MAKE IT TO THE SLAM....GOOD LUCK TO YOU ALL
RAGE <POETICRAGE2001@HOTMAIL.COM>
BAKER, LA USA - Tuesday, June 25, 2002 at 11:43:36 (EDT)
The greatest (person, place, or thing) always suffers the most adversity, but also always emerges from them greater and more victorious than before. That's little consolation, I know, for the owners of Backstage, but I believe that their efforts will be resurrected. I also believe that the perpeTRAITORS (I believe the eyes of this operation was someone who looks like us and the brains was someone who doesn't) will be apprehended and the truth will be told. Until then, Ill be praying that this crime does not cost us and BATON ROUGE, Backstage. On another note, is Wednesday's slam at Richoux's or Mortorano's? Until the next encounter...Peaches and Lub.
Jackie Brown
BUSTed, USA - Tuesday, June 25, 2002 at 10:32:11 (EDT)
i'm so sorry to hear about the backstage...i hope they can rebuild and i know you guys are gonna fight to the finish...let me know if there's anything i can do to help. mike, could you please delete the ichabod's reading from the website? it's been cancelled due to lack of attendance. i'll see everyone @ the slam-off...good luck!
shelley <pincushioN@antisocial.com>
br, la USA - Tuesday, June 25, 2002 at 08:28:45 (EDT)
My heart goes out to the Backstage crew. I know the Poetry Alliance will survive this, but I hope Backstage is able to re-open. I hope Xero is wrong about the motives behind the robbery, but I'm not naive enough to dismiss it as a strong possibility. While I was in Memphis, I went through the Civil Rights Museam in the old Lorraine Motel, and it served to remind me in a powerful way how far we have come, and how very far we have to go. Change the world, poets. That's your job. My best to all, and y'all tear it up Wednesday night.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Tuesday, June 25, 2002 at 00:36:46 (EDT)
Hey, yall. As Donny said, Backstage was completely cleaned out last week. They took all the TV's, most of the tables and chairs, the jukebox, all of Sean's sound equipment, the kitchen's fryers, THE DAMNED TRASHCANS!!!!...everything. Terry and Romnie are dealing with it as best they can. I feel it was a political thing but we have no evidence. It is well known that certain powers did not want an African-American function going on in "their" part of town. Just days after Backstage got back it's liquor license it was destroyed! We all support each other's readings, but Backstage in the Poetry Alliance's home. We take this attack very personal. Anyway I'll see yall Wednesday night at Mortorano's with my mojo working overtime! We need all competing poets to be on time because we can't start if one of them isn't there! Team leaders please pass that info on! Peace, poets!!!
XERO <bootstrang@aol>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Monday, June 24, 2002 at 23:23:58 (EDT)
everyone keep in your thoughts and prayers the owners of the Backstage, home of the "Oral Climax". The establishment was robbed last week and now nothing remains. This has temporarily place the Poetry Alliance out of a home to perform, but we're in the process of finding a new place in the near future. Just keep in mind the owners of the Backstage as they try to rebuild, and I hope to see everyone at the 4-way slam Wed. out, d.brasco
donney b. <dbrasco_gwt@hotmail.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Monday, June 24, 2002 at 16:15:34 (EDT)
It's nice to hear from ya WOOF MAN! Glad Ya made it home safely,congrats. to the 2002 NO National slam team Mad Shout Out Indie winner.As for the slam back home Jackie Brown is the forth place winner with one of her deepest heartfelt performance I ever saw her performed,our very own THA MADD KATT knock down third,Finally in the first ever slam off at our new venue TAJ was a solid second who graced us with a raw performance of overcoming struggles and trials as a woman and I came in first.Tell me this are we still on for Ichabods tomorrow night at 7 o'clock so I could be ready.Shout out to Team Poet Anonymous who's gonna kick butt at the smack down.peace.
Liberty
bottombarrel, La USA - Monday, June 24, 2002 at 15:42:57 (EDT)
We're Back!! Kudos out to Miss Karen of Team New Orleans, the "2002 Southern Fried Regional's Indie Slam Champion". She really rocked and certainly earned the honor. Congrats as well to Team New Orleans for a very solid third place finish. Ya'll we're great and probably should have won! As for Mike and the Dog, well...... somebody has to fill out the rest of the list. Along with Miss Cindy we saw the sights, ate ribs, compared Beale Street to the French Quarter and had a really nice time. Except they wouldn't let me bring in my twelve gauge at the Peabody when I went to see the ducks in the lobby fountain, DAMN! So who won last week, inquiring minds wanna know? And Shelley, believe it or not, we we're having such a good time that I never even thought about the Poets Anonymous show. I left town knowing things were in good hands. Lucas has come along really well and always does a GREAT job when he host's. Werd out to Brasco and Knowledge, (my fellow bottom of the barrel poets). We gotta bring the heat come Wednesday night. The way I see it, it's us against them and we've got em out numbered three to one so... LETS KICK ASS! One of us has to beat the elite! Looking forward to seeing everyone Wend. night
WOOF!!!!
USA - Monday, June 24, 2002 at 12:36:04 (EDT)
HEY DB...consider this a returned shout out...(I don't EEEEEEVA wanna be a poster child for the prissy chick list...*smilin*) See ya Monday! Peaches and Lub JB
Jackie Brown <pwrfulwrdz@aol.com>
Bust, USA - Friday, June 21, 2002 at 13:35:48 (EDT)
Well the Wednesday slam was small,but good. MIKE - i'm hoping to be at the Peorty Smack Down. I'll try and get pictures of all the teams and whoever wins. I'll try and get them to you as fast as i can after i take them. Everyone come out the the Poetry Smack Down benefit slam. Later
Cosmos <Phoenixbarret@aol.com>
Outer Rim of the galaxy, USA - Friday, June 21, 2002 at 12:19:02 (EDT)
hrm...don't know if it'll raise your points, mike, but it might raise something...anyway, tell buddy i said, "hello," if you see him again up there. let r.c. know that poets anonymous ran smoothly last night; i know he's probably got his lace panties in a wad. ;) have a good time!!! later, everyone!
shelley <pincushioN@antisocial.com>
br, la USA - Friday, June 21, 2002 at 08:33:09 (EDT)
GREETINGS TO ALL FROM MEMPHIS! Me (Mike) and the Junk Bard Dog are kickin' it in Memphis at the Southern Fried Regional Slam. RC, Cindy, and I just got back from Beale Street (it's cool, but not Bourbon St.). Word from the slam...RC and I had to compete at different venues, but we were both happy with what we did. At my venue, Buddy Wakefield was the top indie - he kicked much ass, I humbly admit. But, the big news (I think) of the evening is that the New Orleans team won the first bout - they all turned in great performances. I gave 'em hugs, but told them that the Baton Rouge team was going to whup them in the Nationals. They sent their love to y'all. Gonna do it again tomorrow night and Saturday afternoon, and if the planets are all aligned correctly, maybe either RC or I will make the finals (yeah, right!). I was thinking I might get more points from the judges if I slammed with no clothes on...peace, y'all!
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
(temporarily) Memphis, TN USA - Friday, June 21, 2002 at 02:49:50 (EDT)
the slam turned out wonderful last night TAJ and Jackie Brown brought that fire.I want to think the regulars at the slam for sticking with us threw thick and thin.TAJ testimony really touched my heart and inspired me to write another new poem call my survivor.Sometimes we go threw things and grow threw things that we don't understand why we go threw them until sometimes down the road we look back and say "that is way that happen to me"to help someone else who's going threw what I went threw.I want to think all of yall the poetry alliance,moonlark,spanish moon,backstage for your support.recent testimonies from taj,mona,jb,at the slam convinced me that it's not about the points or winning but about sharing their most intimate resources.peace and good luck to all the poets at the 4 way slam off.and highest scoring female poet will get a brand new dress peace.
liberty
moonlark, la USA - Thursday, June 20, 2002 at 14:00:54 (EDT)
O.K. gee I feel you yall right I'm very sorry for all this confusion and hope that it want happen no more.
liberty
USA - Thursday, June 20, 2002 at 13:38:32 (EDT)
Shelley, I feel u a 100% about leaving personal shit off tha site, so with that in mind I'll address this one issue, one last time. Liberty, me and Xero were just playin', I didn't respond harshly to him, that's just how we talk to each other, you see you never know, while you're puttin up posts trying to keep the peace between us, me and Xero,we could very well be at his house AT THAT TIME, watchin' old slam tapes or listening to Stevie Wonder or some shit like that, why; BECAUSE WE'RE COOL. It's not that people didn't think of you as being a cool cat, it's just that your timing for making certain statements were way off, so it's like when YOU SAY IT it sounds way more fucked up. But there's no animosity between me and anyone else, why, cuz I love my poetic community, much like I'm sure you do, because as you obviously stated... you do so much for us all at the readings! As far as the situation with Rage is concerned, take it from me she has said all that she needed to say to you about what y'all discussed, please don't bring it back up to her, her tolerance level aint that high, and I wouldn't want her to tell u off, because at the moment she still thinks something of you as a person. If we all can just use these "internet incidents" as motivation to be a lot more accepting of each others faults, or at least be a whole lot more honest about how we truly feel about each other, the impeccable harmony that exists amongst the artistic community will stay in tact. So to put it in laymens(or idiot's) terms: If you have issues with someone, tell them as opposed to spreading your business across this wonderful website which is designed for us to share our poetic experiences, IF YOU CAN'T DO THAT, just DON'T FUCK WITH THA PERSON, nobody will fault anyone for not convening with certain people in the poetry readings, it'd be a lot better than pretending, and then getting on the page and blasting someone. So to Liberty, Xero, Shelley, Mike, RC, Jackie Brown, Naked Poet, and all the other contributors to this guest book, let's make a concerted effort to address each other personally about pertinent issues that affect and/or offend us. In a world of fakeness, the only thing I got real is this artistic community and this poetry, let's not turn this into something soiled like the rest of the world is. out of words, Donney Brasco
d.(dot) brasc' <dbrasco_gwt@hotmail.com>
REALITY, MTRX USA - Thursday, June 20, 2002 at 13:23:23 (EDT)
lmao (laughing my ass off)...okay liberty.. i anit saying nothing else to you about this stuff..i have already got my view on you locked down so with that in mind u are pure comedy to me...that post had nothing to do with what i am talking about..but okay liberty..lol.. okay.. i told u what i had to say on sat and i will leave it like that.. u know the deal... lol...peace
rage <POETICRAGE2001@HOTMAIL.COM>
baker, la USA - Thursday, June 20, 2002 at 10:31:19 (EDT)
howz about we just get the personal shite off the book??? i think that would be a nice change of pace...thanx for the review, xer0...it was nice to be @ the backstage and i'm really gonna try to return...get me some flyers and i'll definitely help to distribute them...drop by with a few tonight @ p.a. and we'll give 'em out then...so now that i've put semi-personal messages up, i'll get my hipocrite ass on outta here. ;) noodles!
shelley <pincushioN@antisocial.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Thursday, June 20, 2002 at 08:30:01 (EDT)
the benefit slam at backstage was a awesome experience of high profile performences form both teams as well as lidadi of the PA shelley bush and taj.I had a wonderful time.Ok Rage I've read your message and I truly took it to heart"your concern of my behavior"and so on,I've waited two day's to respond so I could do some soul searching and not respond negativly but truthfully.I want to thank you for the way you feel and taking up for what you believe in.But understand this there are roles I play in the poetry community that you are not aware of like when I come to backstage I help put down the chairs,set up the speakers,check the bath room making sure they have soap and other things,to make it a pleasent experience for everyone.As well as at the slam I have consistently played an important behind the sence role to help anyone who come out enjoy themselves.I do not like bragging about what I do,the point im trying to make is don't just respond to the negative side of a person which we all have,If you have to judge someone judge them in rightousness judge there quilities also which we all have.to brasco I'm sorry for offending you, you are a cool person and a great poet now I know where your understanding is at.But bro I feel you've taking this matter way to personal,in that you can not convence me that you and Xero was just joking on this website by reason of your harsh response to what he said about poets at the bottom of the barrell.But as for GETTING MY MIND RIGHT,I'm trying.On a more positive note Tonight at the slam I will unveil a BRAND NEW silk dress at a value of $160.00+tx by Jaslene that will be awarded to the highest scoring female poet at the benefit slam on the 26th.In apperciation of the dedication of our dynamic female poets in Southern Louisiana Poetry slam.peace
Liberty
slammingstrong, la USA - Wednesday, June 19, 2002 at 15:07:45 (EDT)
XERO...Ill distrubute flyers...let me know. JB
Jackie Brown <pwrfulwrdz@aol.com>
Bust, LA USA - Wednesday, June 19, 2002 at 11:19:48 (EDT)
mad congrats to the baton rouge slam team who brought the heat sat p.m. i felt it all the way over here in florida. i miss y'all and got mad love for y'all and the poetry alliance. you can't do nothing but get better. peace and blessings, the "renaissance woman"
Maurica <beautifulone908@blackplanet.com>
USA - Wednesday, June 19, 2002 at 02:02:36 (EDT)
Hey people! I gotta say thanks to all the great poets who came out to perform and attend the benefit slam with a BIG shout out to Tony Norwood for designing the flyers! A team from B.R. never just goes to nationals, the B.R. poetry community SENDS THEM TO NATIONALS every year. I love the love we have here. Shelly and Pimp blew me away with brand spankin' new and memorized pieces that were superbly written and performed. The Drunken Poet was a hilarious host. The N.O. team brought some serious competition. The house was packed! (over 120 people!) I'll have flyers soon for the "Smackdown" and would appreciate anyone who would like to volunteer in their dispersal. If we pass them out they will come. I feel a poem coming on! Peace!
XERO <bootstrang@aol>
Red Stuck, LA USA - Wednesday, June 19, 2002 at 01:10:07 (EDT)
yeah, cosmos, i'll prolly be draggin' my ass out to the slam this wed., if only to unload those pics from ya...and saturday night @ the backstage ROCKED!!! unfortunately, i couldn't see the actual slam-off itself, but i'm sure you guys beat some poetic arse out there... see ya later.
shelley <pincushioN@antisocial.com>
br, la USA - Tuesday, June 18, 2002 at 08:33:00 (EDT)
Good luck Mike and RC, I know ya'll will do fine.
Cosmos <Phoenixbarret@aol.com>
Outer rim of the galaxy, USA - Monday, June 17, 2002 at 19:34:51 (EDT)
Normally, weather patterns in Oklahoma move from west to east, which was why I was intrigued to see an enormous amount of thunder and lightening coming from the southeast this past Saturday night - but then someone explained that the Baton Rouge and New Orleans teams were slamming over in Louisiana. Ray told me the BR team was awesome and that it was a hell of a fundraiser. Many congratulations! And, speaking of slams (ahem-ahem), I will be meeting the Junk Bard Dog over in Memphis this Thursday for the Southern Fried Regional Slam. Since this is the first slam I've done in a LONNNGGG time, I'm pretty freakin' nervous. So, y'all wish us luck.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Monday, June 17, 2002 at 18:24:16 (EDT)
Saturday June 15,2002, ranked as one of the top 3 poetry events i have ever been to. The Baton Rouge team is so much of a force to be reckoned with, why? because they all scored at least a 29.5 or above WITHOUT USING THEIR BEST MATERIAL!!! I'm damn near trying to scrape up some money to go to Minnesota to see my peoples put it down, damn it going to be hard for anyone to f#@k with y'all. Keep supporting this team, and much LOVE to my New Orleans poets and a special shout out to my first cousin, Peaches, the only poet sat. night to post a score of a perfect 30, it's in the genes i'm tryna tell you. Mona and Dorian gonna "Pimp" the competition until they reduced to "Xero", so please watch out for my folks. The next test for team "Incredible", Wed. the 26th when my squad, RC's squad, and that deadly team Knowledge squad, go head up with the juggernauts for the battle of poetic supremacy in B.R, but when it's all said and done, we can all go to IHOP and have a few pancakes. Once again, congratulations team B.R not only for the victory, but for the incredible job on promotions, that shit was packed like Simple...But Dope did it (shameless plug). Keep it POSITIVE and PEACEFUL EVERYONE, signing off, the tallest poet.
donney b <dbrasco_gwt@hotmail.com>
brc, la USA - Monday, June 17, 2002 at 15:42:32 (EDT)
BRAVO BR slam team! Although I was there, I missed the majority of the slam but I knew yall would represent. I heard PIMP and Dorian brought the heat and NO went away a little singed and smokin'. But it was all about luv, right...*smilin* I hope somebody videoed. If so, can I have first dibs on the viewing? Congrats again! KEEP SMOKE ALIVE! Peaches and Lub...JB
Jackie Brown <pwrfulwrdz@aol.com>
Bust, LA USA - Monday, June 17, 2002 at 15:00:52 (EDT)
CONGRATS TO THE 2002 SLAM TEAM LAST NIGHT AT THE BACKSTAGE..YALL ARE FUCKING AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!THE READING AND SLAM WAS TIGHT.. THE PERFORMANCES WHERE OFF THE HOOK.. THE BEST I HAVE SEEN SO FAR!!!!!!!! I MEAN YALL ALWAYS TIGHT BUT DAMN....THEY BOUGHT IT LAST NIGHT YALL.. RAW!!!!!!!!.. MAY THE 2002 SLAM TEAM BE BLESSED AT NATIONALS..
rage <POETICRAGE2001@HOTMAIL.COM>
baker, la USA - Sunday, June 16, 2002 at 14:40:44 (EDT)
Ok, i know it's been a few days, but the Grand slam was good. The italian cafe had good food. (please don't ask for the name of the place, i can't spell it) It's smaller then Richoux's.I kind of like Richoux's atmoshpere. MIKE-i got a few picutres, don't know how they came out, i'm going to get some more, i'm almost finshed with this roll. I'll E-mail the pictures when i get them. SHELLEY - i have your pictures, are you going to be at the the slam Wednesday? see ya'll later
Cosmos <Phoenixbarret@aol.com>
Outer rim of the galaxy, USA - Sunday, June 16, 2002 at 00:33:48 (EDT)
GOOD LUCK 2002 SLAM TEAM!!!!!!!!!!! BRING THE HEAT!!!!!!I LOVE YALLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL
rage <POETICRAGE2001@HOTMAIL.COM>
baker, la USA - Saturday, June 15, 2002 at 17:46:43 (EDT)
liberty baby iam sorry boo.. but clearly u need to scroll back and see what the hell u wrote.. and u a lie cause donnie did not know shit about u bashing him if his team did not win...read his post.. there was no fun ingames in it.. and as far as me not being a slam poet.. that has nothing to do with the fact that the stuff u say is ill.. u say a bunch of ill stuff..then when somebody say something about it.. u play the i was just joking roll.. donnie is my boy.. a very close friend of mine and i could give less than a damn if i don't slam...when u speak of donnie/dorain u speak of me..me and xero not as close but him too.. and like i said u need to scroll and see what u wrote before u come with your statements..the bottom line is i have been reading on here and it seems as if u got alot to say about the alliance poets..all the time lately.. not about nobody else and i doubt u would..say what u want.. but trust me peeps know what i am talking about.. they just anit gonna say it.. i will.. u been acting a fool.. only on line i may add..and when somebody say something.. u make it seem like u meant something else.. and as far as my language.. i curse when i talk in general..u know that..everybody know that..so i am not gonna bite my tounge just cause i am on this board..no faking here..but u need to face up to the shit u do.. if u go say something..say it and don't back off and try to say sorry when u get checked...and as far as your last statement..how about this.. i will holla at your personally on that..cause if u meant what i think you mean.. i need to get your mind right... so i tried to tell you.. so get on here and dog donnie and xero if you want to and trust u will get told.. not from me... from them.. i can't speak for xero..but i can for donnie.. i suggest u be a good little boy and hush up.....and anything else u wanna say... say it to me..cause trust from now on.. i will say it to you..so that way we anit doing no slient poet type stuff..oh wait!!!!! that was you.........peace
rage <POETICRAGE2001@HOTMAIL.COM>
baker, la USA - Saturday, June 15, 2002 at 17:43:59 (EDT)
I look foward to welcoming New Orleans to Baton Rouge and give them a warm welcome of graditude the two times I went down there was a very pleasent experience so I will try to return the favor to them.to brasco I know you xero was joking we talk about that before hand.I'll never do anything to disrespect you are xero good luck to the both slam teams.AND MAY THE BEST TEAM WIN.
liberty
USA - Saturday, June 15, 2002 at 15:03:20 (EDT)
Rage have you ever heard the song two wrongs don't make a right.I was just having a little fun like Xero,I'll NEVER disrespect nobody on this web site.Understand this with all grace your feedback on this website toward me have been Ill in it's own way when none of it, I MEAN NONE OF IT was about you.I never use vulgar language on this website (as in your last statement toward me).Your making it seem like Im saying New Orleans slam team will beat BR slam team where in fact I was referring to something already happen.Besides you don't even slam,that's like a doctor who never drunk alcohol trying to counsel alcoholics.let me let u know something about me I LUV TO SLAM,I LUV TO PERFORM,FOR ALL VENUES,they had times when I walked in the rain to perform.so BACK THE WHOOPIE!off me sweetsister soul.
liberty
USA - Saturday, June 15, 2002 at 14:42:34 (EDT)
Traaash talkin, traaaash talkin, we be traaaash talkin, traaash talkin! What's up everybody! Man, I just gotta thank everybody for all the moral and financial support we've received from this beautiful poetry community in Baton Rouge. If we (the team) don't make enough money to go to Minneapolis we'll still know that we represent a city whose artists and patrons share a love for each other that know no equal. I'll see yall Saturday night at 9 p.m. at Backstage. Our 2002 Baton Rouge National Slam Team will face off against the 2002 New Orleans National Slam Team. The New Orleans poets have always been extremely hospitable to us whenever we have visited them. If we out-do them in any way I would love for it to be in hospitality. I'm sure I can count on the help of all of you. I'm outta here! Peace yall!!!
xero <bootstrang@aol>
ya mama, la USA - Friday, June 14, 2002 at 17:19:06 (EDT)
LIBERTY!!!!!!!!..what is wrong with you.. u been tripping lately..how are u gonna get on HERE and do that.. u in the poetry alliance and yet u stay bashing members.. how the hell can u get on here and say new orleans gonna fuck over baton rouge in they own stuff.. that is some ill stuff to say brother.. u really need to stop and calm down..and as far as u bashing xero or donnie.. DON'T!...it is not smart..cause i take hits at my peeps very real..very very real... and lately u anit been acting like u really feeling my peeps(the alliance)...cause u wrong... u been wrong.. and u my boy so i really am trying to help u out..i mean u were just on here telling xero and donnie to chill.. and now u kicking up shit again.. so my question is WHERE?..cause clearly u have lost your damn mind...so find it boo and get it right.... peace RAGE
RAGE <POETICRAGE2001@HOTMAIL.COM>
BAKER, LA USA - Friday, June 14, 2002 at 17:09:58 (EDT)
Liberty, haven't u learned from previous instances that bashing poets or even threatening to is not cool, in case Xero aint make it clear, we were just playin', mere trash talkin', HOWEVER, if u take it upon yourself to degrade whoever loses on the 26th, understand that u don't want it one way or the other. Me or Xero, that's like a double-edge sword, and either one of us could make a mockery out of your attempts. So as a friend of mine, LET ME FOREWARN YOU, NOT TO DO THAT, Everyone is cool, but know that if you say something about me if my team lose, I'M GONNA GIVE IT 2 YOU RAW, AND TRUST ME,MY MAN, I OVERDO IT!!!!!!!!!!!! A FOREWARNING, GET YA MIND RIGHT, it's still ALL LOVE, Donney Brasco
donneybrasc' <dbrasco_gwt>
jaguarnation, la USA - Friday, June 14, 2002 at 13:24:50 (EDT)
Oh! To Xero and the Ghostwriter DB yall have built quite a rastamania & macho reputation wit trash talk bashing heads off at ths slam type funk.So I the tolit bowl poet who got flushed at the slam, is making it my business that whoever lose on June 26,will recieve The ULTIMATE NO SLACK FEEDBACK like never before.No peace.
Liberty
UASKFORIT, LA USA - Thursday, June 13, 2002 at 15:11:47 (EDT)
Hats off to the SISTERS OF SLAMS Ms.Mona Webb and TAJ it takes a lot of guts to get up and perform poetry written as a result of personal tragities.The Grand Slam turned out fantastic,poets that didn't make the finals had a chance to read before during and after the slam,congrats.to Ms.Megan,Lidadi,and soulsista Jackie brown for flawless performances.also to Xero my Hero Numero uno dude who had people fipping out there chairs and running out of the building singing his poem on the sidewalk from the westbank.speaking of westbank the New Orleans slam team is coming down this Saturday to beat the Baton Rouge slam team right in our own backyard believe it or not there up 1 to 0 by outslamming BR at the Nationals last year so Vengence should by on your mind.To the mouse without a teacup(CAN YOU HEAR ME NOW.)GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOD!HA HA HA! PEACE.
Libertythecrazyshaman
Poetrysity, La USA - Thursday, June 13, 2002 at 14:47:37 (EDT)
guess who's bizzack, never coming SHORT poetically, ask Xero, he know. Anyway i just came to re-invite y'all to the National Slam team's benefit vs New Orleans at the Poetry Alliance's home stomping grounds, the NON-ALCOHOLIC ... BACKSTAGE-STAGE-STAGE(echo effect). Come support the team, even if you a hater, the team still needs your support so pay at the door, and gripe to yourself later about how u should've made the team or how u really don't like Xero (just bs'in, well maybe some folks really don't). Anyways support my fam' cuz they gotta to get to Minnesota and since xero accidentally slammed Dorian's thumb into his car on Monday, it makes it that much harder for them to hitchike. It's only $5, Saturday night, so we'll see y'all there. That's 2 national slam teams, a Drunken poetic host, and features by Knowledge, Shelley Bush, and yours truly, Donney Brasco. Oh yeah, don't forget about the 26th, I have assembled team "Loser" and we're ready to give the best we don't have to help the team raise money. Aiight then, see everybody Saturday. one, D.Brasco
donney b <dbrasco_gwt@hotmail.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Thursday, June 13, 2002 at 12:12:37 (EDT)
Congratz, Mona(u reign)! Well done, June 12th grand slammers! Hats off 2 u again (all uppercase)QUEEN Taj(I think that's right), u rocked! Looking forward 2 Saturday. Im bringing all 3 of my friendz! Happy day before Friday! Cyall soon...
Jackie Brown <pwrfulwrdz@aol.com>
Bust, LA USA - Thursday, June 13, 2002 at 09:08:37 (EDT)
we're looking forward to having the br team @ poets anonymous tonight!!! i'll be hosting, and i think we're gonna have a good time...so please, everybody, come out and support your fellow poets. we'll be passing a hat for $ to help out, and we'd love to get a good crowd (not like we don't already). for those of you too lazy to look @ the list on the index page, it's 7:30 thursday nights @ the spanish moon on highland rd. their # is 383-6666 if you need to get directions (or if you're on the slam team, please call that # if you're gonna be hella late--thanx). see you tonight!
shelley <pincushion@antisocial.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Thursday, June 13, 2002 at 08:34:47 (EDT)
First off I gotta say congratulations to Miss Mona Webb for kicking ass at the Mortorano's slam! I know it's not easy to read SURVIVOR OF RAPE but I've always told you it's your most well written piece. When you memorize it no one in Minneapolis will have a chance! But if it tends to become too much of an emotional strain to read it, we'll understand. You've got plenty more where that came from. Well yall, there's the team feature at Spanish Moon on June 13th, the N.O. vs B.R. slam at Backstage on June 15th, and the 1st Annual All City Poetry Smackdown at Richoux's on June 26th! We're also planning an outdoors, after-dark sidewalk performance where poets will take it to the streets of Baton Rouge in a desperate attempt to get tips from passers-by. They'll probably pay us to shut the hell up, but a damn dollar is a damn dollar! Please, please, please attend and bring four friends! I hate to sound so grim but if these benefits are not extremely successful the 2002 Baton Rouge National Slam Team will NOT go to nationals! Yes, it's that serious. Thanks for the support yall, peace.
xero <bootstrang>
ya mama, la USA - Thursday, June 13, 2002 at 01:17:25 (EDT)
Thanks Shelley. Im sorry u missed it 2. Im slowly overcoming my stage fright tho. Thanks once again 2 the alliance. U guys played and are playing such a huge part in that and I will always and forever be grateful. See you all on Wednesday...hopefully u 2 Shelley. Peaches and lub!
Jackie Brown <pwrfulwrdz@aol.com>
Bust, La USA - Tuesday, June 11, 2002 at 11:39:34 (EDT)
well, if i can scrounge up the funds and the energy, i may just make it to the cafe this wednesday...sorry i haven't been around, in case anyone missed me...and jackie, i'm so glad you read (and sorry i missed it)! you'd better keep doing it!
shelley <pincushioN@antisocial.com>
br, la USA - Tuesday, June 11, 2002 at 08:40:23 (EDT)
Never doubted your priorities Ray, merely an observation. You are the man!!!
WOOF!!!!!
USA - Monday, June 10, 2002 at 19:34:07 (EDT)
I ain't gonna book no place where you can't smoke; we will have tables set up on the sidewalk and we will have the doors open so everybody can smoke that wants to. It's and in and out together thing. The food is good, the place is cool weird, and the poetry will be smoking up and down third street wednesday night at 7pm.
Ray
Ethel, USA - Monday, June 10, 2002 at 17:28:59 (EDT)
Liberty, thanks for the information. I've updated the site accordingly. Somebody break the news gently to Ray that it's a no smoking place. He's quite likely to go into convulsions. ;)
mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Still-H2O, OK USA - Monday, June 10, 2002 at 15:54:04 (EDT)
Yes Ray, I am the resident "Red Stick" cynic and if I'm not mistaken, this place is designated "NO SMOKING"! Sure hope they've got an assigned flatulence section, I've got to emit noxious gases one way or the other? Look forward to seeing every one there.
WOOF!!!!!!!!!!!!
USA - Monday, June 10, 2002 at 14:12:37 (EDT)
I found it mike It's a Deli name Mortorano's at 301 3rd street.
Liberty
USA - Monday, June 10, 2002 at 11:25:36 (EDT)
Yes Jackie Brown you deserve to be in 2nd no matter who didn't show up good luck in the finals.OK Mike the slam is at an Itialian Restrurant right on the corner of florida and 3rd.I forgot the name.
Liberty
bite you, la USA - Monday, June 10, 2002 at 11:18:16 (EDT)
I don't know where it is. I think Megan told me across the street in the other cafe. Butnever fear i will have my camrea and i will be there. Later
Cosmos <Phoenixbarret@aol.com>
Outer rim of the galaxy, USA - Monday, June 10, 2002 at 01:49:16 (EDT)
JACKIE - thanks for the correction, I have updated the list of slam winners accordingly. Thanks, also, for your nice comments recently in the guestbook. I hope you continue to enjoy the active and talented poetry scene in Baton Rouge. LIBERTY - set me straight on something -- the reading this Wednesday - is it in the coffee shop/cafe thing across the street from Richoux's? Does anyone know the name of it? Let me know what's going on ASAP so I can update the website accordingly. Peace to all of you.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Monday, June 10, 2002 at 00:21:52 (EDT)
hey yall. it is almost time. pick up the phone and call someone who used to be a regular or someone who has never been to a slam. this is the perfect time to pick up new patrons of all our weekly b.r. poetry events. bring your family, friends, enemies, one-night-stands, and inflatable lovers! this WILL be the greatest exibitions of slam poetry baton rouge has ever seen! ALERT THE PROPER AUTHORITIES!!!!!
xero <bootstrang@aol>
ya mama, la USA - Sunday, June 09, 2002 at 20:31:07 (EDT)
Actually, Liberty, u r mistaken. It was I who placed 2nd on last Wednesday. I know because I couldn't believe it mydangself! And since this is a first for me...can I at least be allowed to wallow in my second place victory for an entire weekend?????? Pretty pleezzzzzzzzzzzzzze!? It may never happen again (it was a fluke because most of the usual slammers were absent) and my chances are even slimmer if the powers that be are relying on various folk's memories of the auspicious event to determine who placed where. JB
Jackie Brown <pwrfulwrdz@aol.com>
Bust, LA USA - Sunday, June 09, 2002 at 11:15:58 (EDT)
Correction we have enough poets to make up the team if the original poets who were pick can't make it.
liberty
USA - Saturday, June 08, 2002 at 14:23:08 (EDT)
peace Jackie Brown and thank you for your kind words.Ok Mike here is my unofficial list of poets that will make up the benefit slam on June 26th.team Poet Anonymous is RC,Shelley Bush,B. Edward Longwell and Liberty.Team Backstage is Knowledge,LiDaDi,The Drunken Poet,and Fever.and team Donnie Brasco is tha Ghost writer himself,Clifford B. Young and Tazz yet to pick a forth. It should be a fantastic slam and as Xero told me we have enough Mascot's as the Junk Bard Dog Put it to brang forth a great show.peace
Libertysmoovefromthebayou
love, la USA - Saturday, June 08, 2002 at 14:08:43 (EDT)
Hey yall, This is my very first visit to moonlark and I came with specific intentions to thank the Poetry Alliance (u all know who u r right?) and additionally Ray, R.C. Shelley, and all the folk who make up baton rouge's poetry cirle for all the kind words, and support that u all have shown me. (I must say tho that after reading some of the shytin this guestbook...well, Im glad that this isn't regular static and people don't get to see all this at the poetry venues) I have thoroughly enjoyed my experiences over the last several months and look forward to many more to come. Also, I have been spreading the love of my recent poetry experiences to the folks I come in contact with on LSU's campus. I expect to see some fruits of my labor on this coming monday (at backstage) and wednesday (across the street from richoux's). But then again, these are poets and/or lovers of poetry and u know how we roll. Anyway, again, thanks all. Here's Some Peaches and Lub for now and a lil more Peaches and Lub for later. Until the next encounter...JB
Jackie Brown <pwrfulwrdz@aol.com>
Gratefully Yours, LA USA - Friday, June 07, 2002 at 23:35:50 (EDT)
Correction Mike! This week Grand Slam will be at the restaurant across from richoux'at 301 florida blvd.peace
liberty
bite me, la USA - Friday, June 07, 2002 at 16:10:29 (EDT)
Thanks for the info, Liberty. Between you and RC, I got enough to put the winners on the website. However, if anyone notices a mistake (or two, or ten), let me know. You can send me email at melancon@moonlark.org Happy Friday, y'all.
mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Friday, June 07, 2002 at 15:37:17 (EDT)
Yea Mike,I use to keep track of all the winners but some didn't understand why I did that and shamed me for it,so I stopped.But I can tell you this that RU is our 1st place winner our 4th place winner was Li DE DI out of backstage our 2nd place winner was a 1st time poet I forgot her name. and I think Jackie Brown won 3rd place.I'm positive it was Jackie Brown so there you have 3/4 of the June 5th 3rd open slam winners.peace
Liberty
bite me!, la USA - Friday, June 07, 2002 at 13:22:58 (EDT)
Hey, kids. Greetings from the land of tornados and cow poo. Someone tell me who won the slam last night, and I'll update the home page of the website. Also, Xero, shoot me an email about the benefit at Backstage on the 15th. (Is that the right date? Still a BR vs. NO slam?) Give me enough words to make a nice announcement for the website. Also, somebody (RC, Xero, Ray) tell me if the Richoux's 4-way ("menage a quatre"?) Slam is on. And, by the way Xero, speaking of sticks in my ass, I noticed I was having difficulty sitting, so I did a "self inspection" and found a damn security camera in there, planted by John f***ing Ashcroft! So, I've decided to begin the process of revising "Stop Filming Me". I hope reading inflamatory poetry is not a violation of the USA Patriot Act. Peace to all (even you, John f***ing Ashcroft).
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Thursday, June 06, 2002 at 18:51:07 (EDT)
Yes!My poetic wizards it's the crazy shaman in the flesh,adjust your calender the grand slam will not be at Richoux',instead it will be at 301 florida blvd.across from Richoux'on this Wednesday.Politicians will be get there party on at Richoux'.
Liberty
USA - Thursday, June 06, 2002 at 12:09:58 (EDT)
so who won last night???
WOOF!!!
USA - Thursday, June 06, 2002 at 10:26:50 (EDT)
A thousand sorries to Shelley, IT WASN"T MY FAULT!! I swear i will be there for the grand slam and you will get your pictures. I missed ya'll....well some of ya'll, till next time, Later
Cosmos <Phoenixbarret@aol.com>
Outer rim of the galaxy, USA - Thursday, June 06, 2002 at 00:12:51 (EDT)
Man! Yall, we are only poking fun at each other! Please don't think that I meant any of that stuff! I'm only having a little fun, so please remove the sticks from your asses. Speaking of asses with things stuck up them, everybody remember to come to the benifit slams on the 15th and 26th! I'll do a poem so heavy that it will squash any listeners down three feet shorter! (Donny already heard it) So, pick your teams much better than you've all been picking your poems week after WEAK and maybe my ego can be taken down a peg. (like Donny) Peace for now! Sorry this was so short.(like Donny) I'll see you all SHORTLY!!!! HA!HA!HA!HA!
XERO <bootstrang@aol>
Ya Mama, LA USA - Wednesday, June 05, 2002 at 23:34:58 (EDT)
"the odour of scorched flesh preceding the wet bedraggled lady mouse" deep sigh - greetings poets! have finally been dug out of the rubble. as she looks out over the lot // she contemplates a new tea pot. // seeing four teams // defending venue dreams. // she will be there on the 26th // just to make sure nothing gets fixeth. // no nookie - just lookie // maybe she will be the bookie!
mouse WITHOUT a teacup
homeless, USA - Wednesday, June 05, 2002 at 17:55:56 (EDT)
Yea!Shelley I'm reading a good book call Elohim the Archtype(original)pattern of the Universe volume 3,subjects include the Circulatory system,the Excretory system,the Digestive system,the Endocrine system, the reproduction system, the Skeletal system and the muscular system proving the existence of a creator with unerring proof.
Liberty
USA - Wednesday, June 05, 2002 at 14:43:50 (EDT)
Hey Shelley, DON'T let me leave the slam to night without giving you your pictures. knowing my memory i'll forget at the last minute. As for books, i don't care who complains, I'm rereading Harry Potter #1. Later
Cosmos <Phoenixbarret@aol.com>
Outer rim of the galaxy, USA - Wednesday, June 05, 2002 at 11:04:12 (EDT)
Other than the guest book?
WOOF!!!!!!!!!!
USA - Wednesday, June 05, 2002 at 09:17:41 (EDT)
see me not replying to anything...see me starting my own conversation...um...so...anybody read any good books lately?
shelley <pincushioN@antisocial.com>
br, la USA - Wednesday, June 05, 2002 at 08:33:28 (EDT)
Come on fellow poets "let's keep the peace".Our recent altercation on this website should serve as an example of better communication in the future.We all have love for each other, and we are all winners.But it's evident we have issues that runs deeper than poetry,and it's not so much the way we feel concerning a matter but the way were going about to handle the matter that's disturbing.to Xero you are a cool person and theres nothing wrong with "HYPING UP"a competition of this magnitude but attempt to do it in a manner that won't violate the intergity of them that will hopfully play a major roll in the success of this benefit slam and make it a pleasent experience for the poets,judges and supporters.So in the future let the web-site be a platform of lifting each other up and encouraging one another.If we have a matter concerning someone that offend us we should bite our tounge until the proper time permit itself,to use the guestbook for more pleasent behavior.Truthfully we all play a major roll in this and should be no "Big I's and Little U's"in performance poetry.When is the next Poetry Alliance meeting.
Liberty
USA - Tuesday, June 04, 2002 at 13:47:49 (EDT)
Come on fellow poets "let's keep the peace".Our recent altercation on this website should serve as an example of better communication in the future.We all have love for each other, and we are all winners.But it's evident we have issues that runs deeper than poetry,and it's not so much the way we feel concerning a matter but the way were going about to handle the matter that's disturbing.to Xero you are a cool person and theres nothing wrong with "HYPING UP"a competition of this magnitude but attempt to do it in a manner that won't violate the intergity of them that will hopfully play a major roll in the success of this benefit slam and make it a pleasent experience for the poets,judges and supporters.So in the future let the web-site be a platform of lifting each other up and encouraging one another.If we have a matter concerning someone that offend us we should bite our tounge until the proper time permit itself,to use the guestbook for more pleasent behavior peace.
Liberty
USA - Tuesday, June 04, 2002 at 13:39:31 (EDT)
B.Edward Longwell is a cool Pick R.C. I look foward to slamming with him, you, and shelley,it should be a lot of fun.Brasco you have a cool team also it'll be interesting to see who will be your 4th member.To Lola you truly touched my heart in a special way,I'am thankful for your testimony. You are an overcomer to endure unpleasent circumstances and be able to stand in front of us and talk about.you are a beautiful person full of love and compassion.thank you for your presence.
Liberty
USA - Tuesday, June 04, 2002 at 11:58:33 (EDT)
!!!!!!!!
dorian
USA - Tuesday, June 04, 2002 at 02:51:14 (EDT)
Werd out to the "Naked Poet"! If I were to ask very nicely. Do you think you could see your way to being our Alternate on the "Poets Anonymous" Slam Team that will compete in the Benefit Slam on the 26th? You'd be able to maintain your anonymity and having your name on the roster would surely serve to help intimidate the competition. It would really mean a lot to us. Sincerely, R. C. Sanders, aka the Junk Bard Dog
WOOF!!!!!
USA - Monday, June 03, 2002 at 21:47:59 (EDT)
donnie and xero i love how mature yall can be about things..ya know the way you take a slam that is suppose to help the 2002 slam team and turn it into some type of ghetto trailer park type thing..damn that is cute....bottom of the barrell?....flukes?.....look how wonderfull poetry can be... i know i feel the love!!!!!!!!! peace
rage <POETICRAGE2001@HOTMAIL.COM>
baker, la USA - Monday, June 03, 2002 at 19:35:46 (EDT)
Ok Xero! Finally heard back from Lenny Bruce's ghost, seems he's got a conflict with some kind of rage against the machine protest that night and won't be able to make it. Maya Angelou said she'd love to but, has a book signing that evening. So, we're going with B. Edward Longwell. You'll love him, he's one of our regulars at "Poets Anonymous". I'll let you know about an alternate maybe tomorrow? (I know we really don't need one but, we're gonna get our money's worth here, you know me!)
WOOF!!!!!!!!
USA - Monday, June 03, 2002 at 17:42:07 (EDT)
Tell him bout it Brasco!!!!
WOOF!!!!!!!!!
USA - Monday, June 03, 2002 at 17:07:38 (EDT)
hey Xero, don't forget how the team from Southern served tha BR slam team their asses last year at the 4 way slam, and don't think cuz y'all got one of our members it can't happen to the 2002 slam team, besides you don't believe that bottom of tha barrel shit yourself, so in the immortal words of the "silent poet", make sure your other 2 team members show up!!!, cuz all y'all gonna make a name for yourselves that night, as the 2nd national slam team out of Baton Rouge to get your asses handled once again by a team of "rejects". oh yeah, real clever to divide me, Knowledge, and RC, but when i get this squad together, everybody who aint on it, will be subject to lose, and REMEMBER the ball is in y'all court to win, cuz NOTHING is expected out of us "poetic maggots" that didn't make the team. Prepare for the slaughter, and we all still love y'all anyway, but on the 26th u and your team of flukes we'll get ya issue, trust me.
tha ghostwriter <dbrasco_gwt@hotmail.com>
Scotlandville, LA USA - Monday, June 03, 2002 at 15:13:54 (EDT)
We're trying to get the ghost of Lenny Bruce but our psychic's crystal ball is having problems with ozone related smog and he hasn't returned our calls yet?
WOOF!!!!!!!!
USA - Monday, June 03, 2002 at 13:10:04 (EDT)
Ok Xero, I'll have you a roster for the "Poets Anonymous" team sent out in a day or two, It's gonna be Shelley, Liberty and myself, still trying to get a fourth. I have to tell you man, your talking awful cocky for someone who'll be short their best Poet and have to settle for(tsk,tsk, snicker, snicker), The Doctor as an alternate!
WOOF!!!!
USA - Monday, June 03, 2002 at 12:53:41 (EDT)
Hey, R.C. please e-mail or call me whenever you can confirm that you have put your team together for the 26th! Or you can just put it up on this guestbook. I need to make sure that the teams have been assembled so we can go ahead with getting the flyers out! My home phone number is 344-3593. Please remember that time is of the essence. Peace, toker!
XERO <bootstrang@aol>
Ya Mama, LA USA - Sunday, June 02, 2002 at 10:49:04 (EDT)
In my eyes, we are all naked.
The Naked Poet
Bunkie , LA USA - Saturday, June 01, 2002 at 23:06:32 (EDT)
Thanks Xero, it doesn't matter about the score. what matters to me is the fact i was able to get up there and read it. And in my eyes we are all winners. i'll see everyone on Wednesday.
Lola <Serenity903@yahoo.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Saturday, June 01, 2002 at 03:31:06 (EDT)
Correction: "...in our lives." Oh, Ray, everyone willing to buy a video tape from me wants the one with all of the poets on it. The one I don't have. We probably shouldn't even bother making copies of the other one, but that's up to you. I think Dorion may be working on the 26th so you may have to be our alternate-alternate since R.C. will have his own team. It really won't matter with Mona, Pimp, and I on deck. It's going to be a slaughter! RESISTANCE IS FUTILE.
XERO <bootstrang>
Ya Mama, LA USA - Saturday, June 01, 2002 at 00:43:21 (EDT)
Hey yall. I'm here to tell everyone about the two benefit slams coming up. On Saturday, June 15th (tentative date), 9pm at Backstage we are going to have a slam between the Baton Rouge team and the New Orleans team! THIS HAS NEVER BEEN DONE!!!! The alternates will be sacrificial goats and we are going to try to allow two or three exceptional poets do a piece. I'll know by tomorrow morning if the date is workable for the N.O. team. I also trust the Baton Rouge poetry community will show our guests as much love as they have shown us over the years. On Wednesday, June 26th, 7pm @ Richoux's there will be a steel cage slam match between the 2002 B.R. National Poetry Slam Team and three other teams comprised of Baton Rouge's leftovers (those who sucked too much to make the team). Donny, Knowlegde, and R.C. have been instructed to pick their teams from the bottom of the barrel that is everyone else in the city. I wonder who'll win? HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA!!!! (taunting laughter) See yall there! P.S. Shout out to Lola for one of the best damn poems Melana and I ever heard in my life. We truly felt you. In our hearts you were the winner!!!
XERO <bootstrang@aol>
Ya Mama, LA USA - Saturday, June 01, 2002 at 00:34:20 (EDT)
for any gutter minded people out there, it's NOT DIRTY, just weird like the one Ray picking his nose while hosting. Later
Cosmos <Phoenixbarret@aol.com>
Outer rim of the galaxy, USA - Friday, May 31, 2002 at 01:25:01 (EDT)
Thanks RC. Yeah, the slam at Rays was cool. Now if only we had Mrs. Edith cooking it would have been pucking cool. HAY Mikei got some pictures, i don't know how they will come out, but i got some and one of Ray in a....*cough* weird position. Later
Cosmos <Phoenixbarret@aol.cm>
Outer rim of the galaxy, USA - Thursday, May 30, 2002 at 22:57:58 (EDT)
Despite thunder and lighting accompanied by rain, the Slam at the Moonlark Theater last night was really nice. Thanks to Rowdy for his hospitality and having us all into his home, (we slammed in the living room). Turn out was pretty good considering the drive and we read twelve poets. Hey Cosmos, hang in there man! We'll make the cut one of these days!
WOOF!!!!!!!!!!!
The Sticks, USA - Thursday, May 30, 2002 at 16:01:53 (EDT)
hay Shelley, that's cool. I'll keep them inmy bag so i don't forget and i'll see you next week. For the rest of ya'll i'll be there tonight, Later
Cosmos <Phoenixbarret@aol.com>
Outer rim of the galaxy, USA - Wednesday, May 29, 2002 at 11:49:41 (EDT)
i heard about that bridge dealio, mike...glad to hear you weren't on it @ the time. cosmos, i won't be @ the slam this week...too far to drive to get to work afterward...catch me next week. they're thinking about rebuilding the bayou better than ever, and my main concern is highland coffees...i've frequented that place for years...if anyone's interested, they can stop by highland on chimes st. to sign up as a "friend of highland coffees," similar to the m's deal. anyway, enough boring info, have a good slam tonight, pplz!
shelley <pincushioN@antisocial.com>
br, la USA - Wednesday, May 29, 2002 at 09:10:09 (EDT)
Thanks,R.C. I'll be ready.
Liberty
USA - Tuesday, May 28, 2002 at 12:54:21 (EDT)
DAMN SHAME ABOUT THE BAYOU..IT WAS A NICE SPOT....PEACE POETS
RAGE <POETICRAGE2001@HOTMAIL.COM>
BAKER, LA USA - Tuesday, May 28, 2002 at 12:15:43 (EDT)
Whoops, I forgot to post the link - here it is. http://www.salon.com/news/wire/2002/05/28/barge/index.html
Mike
Stillwater, USA - Tuesday, May 28, 2002 at 11:48:49 (EDT)
Tragedies abound. I was shocked and saddened to hear about the Bayou and Highland Coffees. I spent many formative years in the Bayou. I hope they are able to rebuild. Baton Rouge can't afford to lose independent, interesting nightclubs. All that'll be left are corporate yuppie-holes. In other news - Oklahoma recently lost a bridge due to a barge hitting it. In one of the articles discussing it, a Baton Rouge poet (and riverboat pilot) was quoted. See Salon.Com story
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Tuesday, May 28, 2002 at 11:46:44 (EDT)
Hey Shelley, sorry the slurpy comment, but RC said the guest book was getting boring so i thought what the puck. I'm getting your pictures today, and you should have them tomorrow, you are going to the slam out at the theater. Later
Cosmos <Phoenixbarret@aol.com>
Outer rim of the galaxy, USA - Tuesday, May 28, 2002 at 11:20:32 (EDT)
Hey Liberty! My truck will be passing by the little blue house across from the grocery store tomorrow afternoon between five and five thiry. If you still want a ride, have your smile on and be waiting by the side of the road.
WOOF!!!!
USA - Tuesday, May 28, 2002 at 10:36:08 (EDT)
Yes, the Bayou was a landmark and it's a shame however, it's hard to imagine something soaked in urine, puke and spilled beer would be dry enough to actually burn????
WOOF!!!!!!!!!!
USA - Tuesday, May 28, 2002 at 09:39:13 (EDT)
disturbingly disgusting, cosmos...and good for you, mike!!! you need to keep going to these readings until you realize you're good at it!!! and any poets you'd like to send the way of poets anonymous, we'll be glad of it. by the way, does everyone know that the bayou and highland coffees burned down this last weekend??? 'tis a sad state of affairs...at least for one locale, if not both...
shelley <pincushion@antisocial.com>
br, la USA - Tuesday, May 28, 2002 at 08:32:18 (EDT)
if i had a slurp , it'd by CHOCOLATE BUBBLEGUM YAAAAAAAAAY!!!!!!!!! chocolate bubblegum......
Cosmos <Phoenixbarret@aol.com>
Outer rim of the galaxy, USA - Sunday, May 26, 2002 at 00:59:12 (EDT)
Yes, it's this Wednesday Cosmos peace.
Liberty
USA - Friday, May 24, 2002 at 22:37:50 (EDT)
OK, i'm asking this again because i wasn't thee Wednesday. When is the slam in Ethal? Is it this wednesday, because i want to take pictures to sendto Mike. Later
Cosmos <Phoenixbarret@aol.com>
Outer rim of the galaxy, LA USA - Friday, May 24, 2002 at 11:12:58 (EDT)
o'er cup edge, bright eyes peek // friendly faces she does seek // congrats to our Okie poet Mike // whose poetry she doth like. // peers at the dog -- stirring shit // watch out - don't step in it. // (sniffs and returns to her cup)
mouse in a tea cup
on a ledge nearby, USA - Friday, May 24, 2002 at 11:08:26 (EDT)
Well, it's certainly not as exciting as the Hatfields/McCoys, but I did my very first poetry reading in Oklahoma last night. I trucked down to Oklahoma City (about an hour) and kicked it at their open mic. It was pretty cool. Being the slam-dork I am, I wore my Providence 2000 shirt, so I met some of the OKC poets who went to nationals. Pretty cool people. I still am loyal to my peeps in the River City, though. I was telling a couple of people in OKC about how HUGE the poetry scene is in Baton Rouge. I'm going to try and send travelling poets your way, so take care of them...peace, love, and eat lots of fiber!
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Friday, May 24, 2002 at 01:35:13 (EDT)
As much as i enjoy peace, the guest book has become boring. HAY, how did th eslam go? When is the one at Ray's place, i want to take picutres for Mike. Later
Cosmos <Phoenixbarret>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Friday, May 24, 2002 at 01:28:05 (EDT)
Ok people, I'm bored here! I don't know about the rest of you but, I miss the Hatfields and McCoys?
WOOF!!!
USA - Thursday, May 23, 2002 at 15:24:23 (EDT)
yes, mike...yes, we do. ;)
shelley <pincushion@antisocial.com>
br, la USA - Wednesday, May 22, 2002 at 09:01:58 (EDT)
Hay, Mike, we didn't you put the picture of Ray picking his nose on the website, it was one of his good ones. Later
Cosmos <Phoenixbarret@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Tuesday, May 21, 2002 at 13:17:54 (EDT)
FORMER BATON ROUGE POET WINS DALLAS GRAND SLAM - Hey, y'all, check it out. I'm sure many of you remember Will Richey, who slammed quite a bit at M's last year. Well, he is now the reigning champion poet in Dallas, and a member of their 2002 Nat'l Slam Team. I've put a writeup of the slam-off here. Here's a quote from the writeup - "which allowed Will, the rookie by way of Baton Rouge to reign as Dallas's Grand Slam Champion. I've got to give it to Will; he had that "MAGIC" last night..." Note that in the writeup, they kept calling him Will Richard, but oh well... Yep, I guess we train pretty good poets in BR.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Tuesday, May 21, 2002 at 10:36:22 (EDT)
charlock: a wild musturd, having lobed ovate leaves and clusters of small yellow flowers. often troublesome as a weed in grain fields. just thought yaw should know that
charlock
USA - Saturday, May 18, 2002 at 21:32:18 (EDT)
The angels in blue....they protect; they serve; and sometimes, when one has been naughty, they administer strict strict discipline.
The Naked Poet
Bunkie, LA USA - Saturday, May 18, 2002 at 19:49:38 (EDT)
Oh yeah, I'm also known as "The Original Poster Child for the Politically Incorrect", "The Master of Really Bad Barroom Theater" (a moniker coined by my buddy Jeremy), The Mascot for both the 2001 and 2002 Baton Rouge National Poetry Slam Teams and "The Token(ing) White Boy". DAMN!!! Now that I think about it, I've likely got more alias' than that Sub Zero, Permafrost chick from N. O.
WOOF!!!!!
USA - Friday, May 17, 2002 at 16:09:42 (EDT)
Last night, after having spent the better part of the evening worshiping the beauty that is the female body. I was exiting the parking lot of the Jiggly Room. When I noticed that infamous five window cab pickup truck parked on the side of the highway, bathed in the red, white and blue flashing lights of Baton Rouges finest. With the "Naked Poet" assuming the position against the front fender of the truck. The two female officers had found themselves in some what of a quandary. Arguing over who would get to pat him down and trying to determine whether or not frisking him, would constitute an illegal strip search? All the while the "Naked Poet", remained persistent in his pleas for a full cavity inquiry! P.S. As to not be accused of hiding behind a nom de plume, I am R. C. Sanders, aka R. C.& a Moonpie, aka the "Junk Bard Dog"(and yes I know some of you refer to me as the Drunk Bard Dog behind my back but hey that's ok, call me anything but late for Poetry Slam!)
WOOF!!!!!
The parking lot of the Jiggly Room, Sin City USA - Friday, May 17, 2002 at 15:03:01 (EDT)
oops, sorry: ms. bitch.
shelley
USA - Friday, May 17, 2002 at 08:15:06 (EDT)
i gotta say, i thought miss bitch was neat-o, too...(and it's not me...i'm just me) so let's get on with the real stuff... i'd like to congratulate mona on getting a car!!! now she's got no excuse for being late. ;) laterzzz
shelley <pincushioN@antisocial.com>
br, la USA - Friday, May 17, 2002 at 08:14:03 (EDT)
I've been following this conversation for a long time, and applaud those of you who subscribe to Word-of-the-Day.com as a means to build your "vo-slang-ularies." However, I would like to give some of you a couple additional tips: 1) put Ray's dissertation down and pick up ANY grammar book and study the section addressing Subject-Verb agreement; and 2) always use spell-check before you send your precious words forth. A word DIRECTLY to Miss Bitch: I like your style. Let's meet at Starbucks this weekend and discuss our future. ;-)
Kindergarten Lexicographer <humane1@yahoo.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Thursday, May 16, 2002 at 19:20:13 (EDT)
Congratulations to Shelley Bush, Xero, and Mona--the winners of last night's grand slam. Don't forget next week is the slam team benefit at Richoux's. Blue Monk press will be there with the new editon of their magazine for everyone who attends.
Ray
Ethel, USA - Thursday, May 16, 2002 at 19:13:49 (EDT)
Am I the only one who thinks this whole poets signing under different aliases is kinda old? First we had "the silent poet".. who really was Liberty, now we got "mouse in a tea cup", and dammit we still don't know who tha hell the "naked poet" is. Having a secret name is cool, just please for God's sake, don't use your little code name to talk shit about other poets, not saying the aforementioned have been doing this, but I can see where this can be a vehicle that some folks may use to express their REAL feelings behind the aliases. peace everybody
Donney "Brasco" <dbrasco_gwt@hotmail.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Thursday, May 16, 2002 at 15:26:48 (EDT)
oh, and thanx, cindy, for letting me know about mike's vowel problems...i hope they get cleared up soon...we'd hate to see everyone become "mik" or "Xr0" or something. ;)
shelley <pincushioN@antisocial.com>
br, la USA - Thursday, May 16, 2002 at 09:00:07 (EDT)
sorry if i'm "negative"...guess it's that old warrior spirit shining through...little mouse in a teacup, come out and play. i promise we won't eat you up...you're much too small of a meal anyway ;) (only referring, of course, to physical size, not poetic. it was a nice slam last night; congrats to all. see ya...
shelley <pincushioN@antisocial.com>
br, la USA - Thursday, May 16, 2002 at 08:57:54 (EDT)
no i have never read // tho' i am quite well bred // i listen in fascination // to those of you with such imagination. // my poetical self is much to tender // to go head to head in a mind bender. // so tho' i watch in peace // & in my mind run thru my piece // i invert my cup & hang it up // i could have won tonight if only i had stood up.
mouse in a tea cup
beyond space & time, USA - Wednesday, May 15, 2002 at 23:39:19 (EDT)
Hello, this is the first time I have graced the lines of this web site. I really enjoyed getting to know the multiple talents of what you all are doing. With all due respect to you people that have been "swapping spit", I am not feeling your correspondence. Moreover, the multiple personality Liberty, you do realize that everyones preception is 100% of their reality. Therefore, you must veiw other persepectives before opening your mouth and even more so before you put your thoughts on a permament medium, for you words will always be the measure by which others view you. In addition, you might want to keep this in mind...... Be careful of your thoughts because they become your words, be careful of your words because they become your actions, be careful of your actions because they become your habits, moreover be careful of your habits because they become your character. And finally, be careful of your character, because it defines your destiny. ************For your wisdom************(FYW) The Bitch
Ms. Bitch <MsBitch@aol.com>
USA - Wednesday, May 15, 2002 at 20:32:34 (EDT)
This comment will be my first and last. For the record Liberty, i do not attend the slams,why? Because i am a college student who most of the times is very busy. I do not and have not ever tried to simply "make a name" for myself. Poetry is my art and what i love to do. something in which i do EVERYDAY!!! not just on mondays and wednesday...i don't limit my art to my attendence at a poetry slam and or reading. This summer of course i will try to attend more often....but for you to make comments about me or my teammates was completely out of line... I did not appreciate what was said by you...i didn't interpret it wrong, i took it how it was said.... To Xero, i can't fault you really for your responses...and thank you for having my back.....Liberty, i will continue to speak to you, but honestly dude...i will forever have issues with you....Not for your opinion but for how you came at the situation. In the future if you ever have a problem with me, or anyone else for that matter, you should come at me or them like the man that you claim to be and speak on a one on one... I also felt that is was a low blow how Xero basically tries to end the whole situation, but yet you still found the need to insult him further...That was plain wrong...but that is only my opinion.... To all my teammates let's do it this August!!! To everyone that was in the slams and came to the slams...thanks for the fire performances and support....Like i said this is last time i will address this situation...I hope it's over....peace!...divinity
Dorian
USA - Wednesday, May 15, 2002 at 19:30:44 (EDT)
Oh! to the mouse in a cup,if you are truly who you portray to be my apology to you is sincere.On the other hand if you are a regular who used the incident for a means to downplay someone then to the hell with you sincerely.
liberty
USA - Wednesday, May 15, 2002 at 18:17:38 (EDT)
Is it my turn now? Ok good, just wanted to say Kudos to Mike and Cosomos for the new pics in the Moonlark Sampler. I espcially like the Drunken Dog shot! Hope to see every one tonight.
WOOF!!!!!!!!!!
USA - Wednesday, May 15, 2002 at 16:49:29 (EDT)
To the mouse in a teacup,I Apologize to you also for my rudeness,We are all humans we all make mistakes,Truthfully we all have good quilities in one form or another.I just truly hope that this unpleasent incident would make us all stronger not only as poets but as individuals.We are all winners and caring poeple and I'am proud of everything I accomplish in the poectic community,I love to perform and I love to write.I'am not trying to take what I said about Dorian and PimP off the subject I was wrong.I also with all sincerity would admonish everyone who had a roll in this to take responsibility for their actions like I'm taking for mine.Once again I wish I could personaly apoligize to you as well as Dorian and Pimp.There are some things I'am powerless over,If I could change this sitruation I would But I can't.I just hope we will all grow in understanding,love,and communication so in the future we could all handle unpleasent sitruations in a more apporiate manner. Good luck to all the poets in the finals and Peace to the mouse in a teacup.
Liberty
USA - Wednesday, May 15, 2002 at 15:41:03 (EDT)
You are right Donnie,I take responsibility for what I said about Dorian and Pimp to the fullest, and I was wrong according to the way they interpret it.I was rude for what I said and I will apoligize to them (if the time permit)respectly.It truly wasn't about me making the team or not.Xero and everyone around the slam could testify that I made it clear I wasn't going to Nationals win or lose,I don't take winning slams serious.the fact of the matter is I was wrong.But to you Xero It's pathetic the way Justify all your bull shit and take reponsibility for nothing.You call me a liar about the 2001 slam team openly.If you didn't criticize R.C.for performing "OZ ZONE"at the nationals saying,"Ray would have never let him done that at the nationals and he know it",I'll stop performing slams.You are a liar who think that everything evolve around you.
Liberty
slam nation, la USA - Wednesday, May 15, 2002 at 14:50:18 (EDT)
Oh yeah, peace to everyone who attended Simple..But Dope Production's "Smooth Soulful Soiree". To those who missed it, we'll be putting on the same type of show later on in the summer, SO DON'T MISS IT TWICE, it was a real good showcase of some of the finest talent the city of Baton Rouge has to offer. Good luck to tonight's grand slam participants, I should've gotten it I could REALLY use the winning money... go Starchild!!!.. who would've thought our little poetic "project" would grow into a grand slam competitor, handle your business kid. I'm out fa real, D. Brasco
Donney "Brasco" <dbrasco_gwt@hotmail.com>
USA - Wednesday, May 15, 2002 at 14:03:47 (EDT)
What's up family? yo, i'm for one am glad that all this internet bickering has come to an end. Chancelier (Xero) you address the manner initially the way you should have, however I do have to agree with you when you said you let your anger get the best of you, because some of the comments were kinda far out there, but that's some real shit, so I understood where you were coming from, but let's in the future keep some of this "in-house" shit, in-house. To Liberty, folks still got love for you, but to be straight up with you, you owe Dorian and Pimp an apology upon seeing them. Folks found out what was said, and I know Dorian especially didn't take very kindly to it. So try to resolve those issues when the time permits. Poetry is bigger than points and egos... it's representative of the highest form of self expression, so let's keep it positive, no more back and forth mud-slinging whether it's warranted or not. If you got issues with someone, holla at them, and let's keep the guestbook reserved for positive feedback and comments and not as a muthaf%^kin' tabloid section of "The Poetry Enquirer" much love to the ENTIRE Poetry "family", Donney Brasco P.S: Shelley, darling u will always be cool enough to attend anything I have anything to do with.
Donney "Brasco" <dbrasco_gwt@hotmail.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Wednesday, May 15, 2002 at 13:55:39 (EDT)
i have made wanting to read my quest to bare my thoughts for the best. but disharmony makes it plain to see why i'm still in my cup drinking tea!
mouse in a tea cup
beyond space & time, USA - Wednesday, May 15, 2002 at 11:38:12 (EDT)
Slack-jawed assistant to the village idiot's towel boy? Hey man, ya gotta stop dissin my posse like that. Sincerely,
The Village Idiot
It takes a Village, USA - Wednesday, May 15, 2002 at 11:36:18 (EDT)
It's 7:50 a.m. and I'm about to leave for work. I just wanted to ask you guys what damn poem I qualified with! I did it right after I dedicated the little piece to the loud lush at the bar. It may have been ANTI-BITCH but I'm not sure. I hope to see all of my beloved poets, Liberty included, at the slam tonight. I look forward to a positive and "frictionless" night. At least until I climb into bed. Love you ALL! Peace, poets!!!!
XERO <bootstrang@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Wednesday, May 15, 2002 at 09:00:18 (EDT)
Liberty, at first I only taunted the silent poet in order to get him to reveal himself. I suspected it was you but I wasn't sure. I apologize for that and all of the "friction". As for the cocaine joke, I'm sure you knew it was just a joke. You laughed. The truth still remains that you made unfair accusations. My only regret is that I allowed my anger to bring out a side of me that I don't necessarily like. The same way you have perfectly reasonable excuses for not coming to Backstage, so could've Dorian and Pimp. You could have simply said you wished they would come more but you went so far as to assume that they initially competed in the Grand Slam to "make their names look good". To me it looked like you were jealous. Maybe I was wrong, but you would get along better with everyone if you first investigated the situation before posting up assumptions about your fellow poets.
XERO <bootstrang@aol.com>
Baton Rouge , LA USA - Tuesday, May 14, 2002 at 22:10:36 (EDT)
On a DIFFERENT subject...Shelley, I keep telling Mike to change your name on the Slam Pictures page. He has a serious problem with the second e in your name. He's working with an alphabet therapist to address the issue.
Cindy <rcelind@okstate.edu>
USA - Tuesday, May 14, 2002 at 21:55:00 (EDT)
Good luck sorry
Liberty
USA - Tuesday, May 14, 2002 at 12:45:44 (EDT)
I understand your concern,but you are not judging this matter truthfully "especially"you shelley.You talk about the fans that visit this web-site, yet you are responding to every feedback in ill-fashion.How that I could admonish poets to slam more and get 3rd degree feedback yet Xero could say, poets tore me a new rectum at the slam and no one tells him nothing.To RAGE my girl before you cast judgment about how sad people are or why their not showing up at the reading,make sure you understand the facts about there present sitruation.I recently got a job at the Baton Rouge Aids Society and I work every monday doing out reach,moreover the bibleschool I attend form a baseball team in which I'am a part of and we train monday night to prepare for a tournament in Texas. I love backstage and I will return as soon as could adjust to this new schedule.To Xero I don't know how your girlfriend got involved in this but you are all she need,and I only keep track of the poetryslams is to write a book concerning all the poetry and poets in the Louisiana area to benefif the 2003 national poetry slam team peace.P.S to all the poets in the grand slam finals.
Liberty the crazy shaman
slam city, la USA - Tuesday, May 14, 2002 at 12:42:46 (EDT)
see? :)
shelley <pincushion@antisocial.com>
br, la USA - Tuesday, May 14, 2002 at 10:41:17 (EDT)
this should not even be an issue.. and this is one of the reasons why i don't slam.. i really think people coming to the slams has nothing to do with nationals.. they don't have to come..they came out to do what they did..make the team... no one has to come out there every week.. nor do they need to start if that is not what they want..i think people are being bad sports about losing.. if ya did not make it oh well.. no need to make up reasons why people did not make the team..and liberty u my boy.. but i must say i thought you were better than that..ya know.. plus u saying others need to come out to the slams and my brother we almost never see you anymore.. boo ya did not make it.. not cause of the judges or no other reason..other than it was not your time..come on.. this about the art..we all suppose to be cool..make it about the poetry..and try not to be so ill about it.. i love yall all....and mad props to the slam team!!!!!!!!!!!!! i think yall all really will make us proud..everybody who needed to win...won..and for that i say..........work out alliance and they first cousin pimp..:}
rage <POETICRAGE2001@hotmail.com>
baker, la USA - Monday, May 13, 2002 at 15:09:13 (EDT)
man, a little more of this shite and i'll show you why they call me "pincushion." thanx, Xer0, for attempting to take this offstage, and liberty, hon, please respect the people curious about slam who may have heard rumor of negativity that could dissuade them from attending...they may come here to read about our venues, and we want them to know that this is NOT the way it usually goes down (and indeed, isn't even the way it currently goes down, except right here). i think you're great, and we all respect your opinions and right to bitch, but once it gets past pseudo-friendly griping or debate, please, please, PLEASE take it behind the scenes...thanx...and believe me, people, there really IS a lot of love in the scene, i promise!!!!
shelley <pincushion@antisocial.com>
br, la USA - Monday, May 13, 2002 at 09:02:13 (EDT)
Dear Slam Team 2001, I have never in my life criticized any team for low scores, just judges. And when I do that I don't hide behind false names or make those remarks public domain in order to lift my self esteem by belittling others. I am no longer addressing the silent poet since lies have found their way into this "conversation". Liberty, my phone number is 344-3593. If you still feel you need an audience I'll see if I can get my girlfriend to listen in.
XERO <bootstrang@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Sunday, May 12, 2002 at 22:53:39 (EDT)
As I was saying,when you make an assumption about something that don't apply to you it makes you look bad.You could say stuff like yall tore me a new rectum at the slam and I need thearpy.Man I'll never disgrace nobody like that,you are crude and out of line,Yet make it seem like IM THE MONSTER!To Dorian and Pimp yall did a Fantastic job in the finals but I feel that you should show up a little more.
the crazy shaman
slam nation, la USA - Sunday, May 12, 2002 at 16:42:59 (EDT)
First of all,the subject wasn't about you,it was about dorian and pimp to show up for more slams.You were the one who said"if you slam and perform more you will get better".Speak for yourself,not only I but other poets aggree with me that they need to show up a little more.The comments you made about me is pitiful.like I said the subject wasn't about you.You call me a local towel boy slack-jawwed assistent, Yet you never been to a Regional Poetry Slam and you deleberatly skip Nationals 2001 but had the nerve to critize chap, r.c.,mona,and becky for their low scores.When I performed "Automobile Wars" on Wednesday night,your first comments was "see what cocaine could do to you".I was gonna tell you about it soon as you said it but humblely decline to.Did it ever occured to you that my brother served 9 1/2 years in prison behind cocaine or how sensative people are to blantant comments like that, yet you could get on the microphone and tell women there snail Gravey over maget rice like Thats normal.my time is up.
Liberty
Baton Rouge, La USA - Sunday, May 12, 2002 at 16:01:46 (EDT)
Liberty, it's so cool how you can take stabs at Pimp and Dorian under a false name but as Liberty your their biggest damn fans! It's also clever of you to agree with Shelly about the friction when your the one who keeps starting it! Like you did when you criticized Ray's picking of the judges the night Mona won. And how you later said you were speaking for some other "mystery people". I'm the same person every day, try it sometime. If you have a problem with a fellow poet it would be cool if you call or talk to that person one on one,like we did before the internet, instead of attempting to drum up support by airing your dirty, loud, and colorful laundry. Buddy Wakefield told the same thing about hogging all the spotlight and we both laughed. That was called a joke. It's just a shame that physical height does not keep them from going over one's head. And who walks around with records of past slams?!! YOU NEED THERAPY!!! I use my poems as a tool of hosting to help keep the crowd engaged during shows at Backstage because I don't write jokes or tap dance. If you don't like people in the spotlight get a life and stop hogging up the space of this damn guestbook! "Thank yall for coming out tonight." There are no rules against milking the audience before your poem but at least be unpredictable! I apologize to you all for the truth (or friction as you call it). From now on I'll respond to all attacks on a person to person basis. I hope the attackers can do the same, but I doubt they will. Liberty, I respect you and your opinions but I disagree with the way you publicize unfair assumptions about us without first finding out why we do what we do. We're still friends and probably know each other a little better for this experience. I guess what I'm really trying to say is...don't hit me when you see me. Peace, poet!
XERO <bootstrang@aol>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Sunday, May 12, 2002 at 12:13:30 (EDT)
Peace and Blessings to the artistic world of poetry.I've just celebrated my 1 year "Anniversery of Performance Poetry".I would like to thank Chris the D.J. at the Spanish Moon for telling me about the Poectic venues of Baton Rouge. If it wasn't for you I would not have been here performing today.Also to the Poetry Alliance President Mona Webb who was there at my first ever performance & Blowed my mind away,you keeped me around & inspired me greatly,Keep the words flowing.To Dorian you are a very sharp poet and deserve to represent Baton Rouge at the 2002 National Poetry Slam Good luck.To all the Poets and host at Backstage,to Ray SlamMaster of Louisiana,to the Junk Bard Dog for all your support,to Shelley Bush,to M's were gonna miss you so much keep in touch.to Xero for all your help and inspriation for helping me become a better poet.To RU and the crew, To Recioux the offical venue of the 2002 Baton Rouge slam team finals.Last but not least to all the Fans who supported all the venues of Baton Rouge's finest poets. Thank you for all your support I'am truly blessed for each one of you.
the silent shaman
slam city, la USA - Friday, May 10, 2002 at 21:58:43 (EDT)
Hey, all. Thanks to some pictures Cosmos shot for me, I've added some slam pictures - you can follow this link or just hit the main page, and go from there. Also, I updated the Moonlark Sampler page. It now has some updates to the 2000 slam team page , some pics and stuff of the 1999 national team, and last years poetry contest. I encourage some of you new folks to check out some of these things. Major props to Cosmos for the phat pics! (man, I'm so cool, I use words like 'props' and 'phat'...) Peace y'all (especially the warring poets...;) )
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Friday, May 10, 2002 at 18:56:14 (EDT)
thats a beautiful recommendation for the politically inept. nevertheless it's good to hear from YA,how's the sheep doing?
the silent poet
anywhere, la USA - Friday, May 10, 2002 at 15:26:14 (EDT)
My hero, my idol, my mentor.... Where have you been????
WOOF!!!!
USA - Friday, May 10, 2002 at 15:16:45 (EDT)
For problems with friction, The Naked Poet recommends safflower oil - it's slippery, edible, and relatively low in calories!
The Naked Poet
Bunkie, LA USA - Friday, May 10, 2002 at 15:06:20 (EDT)
your right shelley I never thought there be so much friction and anger just for wanting poets to slam more.
the silent poet
USA - Friday, May 10, 2002 at 13:37:31 (EDT)
sweetheart, i said stop it. listen. remember that people have appreciated us in the past for being such a welcoming and loving crowd...let's keep that up...or i'll smack ya. ;)
shelley <pincushion@antisocial.com>
br, la USA - Friday, May 10, 2002 at 09:00:25 (EDT)
the silent poet is no other than the crazy ass shaman in the flesh, and of course, I can relate to the poets having no cars because I don't have one. Oh! speaking of jack-asses isn't you the 1 that said to a crowd of people at backstage that I show up at the slam early to put my name on the list last.making statments like you got to be smoking dope to come up with a poem like that.your the champion I give you that not that so much your poetry is better than anyone else,you put yourself in the middle of the spotlight at every show.At backstage you host every week doing at an average 4 poems a night when every else do 2. you host every other show at richoux,making it easier for people to apperciate you more.When Buddy Wakefield came down from seattle,he was going over my file of slams and shows.I first won money for a slam in november grand slam $25.00,and he said look at xero hogging all the spotlight,hogging up all the slams.you talk about ass whipping, I knew I wasn't going to nationals because I know i'm not ready.But what goes around comes around.Nevertheless I had a wonderful time at the slam the crowd ate that shit up.I even got feedback that my performance was better than some of them ASS KICKING PERFORMANCES AT THE FINALS can you imagine that!
the silent poet/crazyshaman
slam nation, la USA - Thursday, May 09, 2002 at 12:35:35 (EDT)
damn. well, i think that was clear. xer0, if you don't live to make it to the next slam, i'm gonna personally head the team that resurrects your bitch-ass and makes you show up!!! now, everybody, be nice or i'll break your face(s). :)
shelley <pincushion@antisocial.com>
br, la USA - Thursday, May 09, 2002 at 08:26:53 (EDT)
Hey everybody, thanks for coming out to the slam! The crowd was huge and the poetry was huger (if that's a word). If I live to see the next one, I hope it's half as good as tonight was. Y'all be good! P.S. To whatever retard is calling themselves the silent poet: Jealousy will get you nowhere! Take some of that negative energy and channel it towards learning usage and grammer, you damned slack-jawed assistant to the village idiot's towelboy. Grow a pair of testicles and put your name where your ass-kissing mouth is so we can all know who is salty because he got ripped a new rectum at the slam! It's hard for some poets to get to the slams because they don't have cars. I'M SURE YOU CAN RELATE!!!!!
XERO <bootstrang@aol>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Thursday, May 09, 2002 at 00:20:50 (EDT)
9:20am in tornado country, and I'm just checking in with my peeps. Ray, glad you and Pete got things rolling - are you really going to cook? You should make fried chicken. Shelley, I think you are cool enough to go to Mr. Brasco's gig (or anywhere else you choose). I want to join you in a sad and fond goodbye to M's Fine and Mellow - word on the street is that Marion's going to open a jazz joint in downtown Lafayette (road trip?). Maybe Lady M will chime in on the guestbook from time to time to keep us updated. A line from a Townes Van Zandt song seems appropriate for M's - "I'll miss the system here / The bottom's low, and the treble's clear / But it don't pay to dwell too much on the things you leave behind..." My best to all. Mike
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Wednesday, May 08, 2002 at 10:33:47 (EDT)
hm..i wonder if i'm cool enough to go, mr. brasco...? ;) i just wanted to let everyone know that the word is that this past sunday (may 5th), M's fine and mellow cafe had its last night in business...a sad goodbye to the venue that introduced me (and i'm sure quite a few others) to slam poetry...
shelley <pincushioN@antisocial.com>
br, la USA - Tuesday, May 07, 2002 at 10:48:58 (EDT)
What: Simple...But Dope Productions presents a "Smooth Soulful Soiree'," the official summer kick off event for the CULTURALLY REFINED AUDIENCE OF BATON ROUGE. When: Friday May 10,2002 7pm-11pm, at Mickey's Cafe (located diagonally across from Richoux's) on Florida Blvd. and Fourth St. Who's featured: The Michael Foster Project, jazz ensemble, Maurica Roland (acoustic guitarist/singer extraordinaire), select members of the Baton Rouge Poetry Alliance. Cost: FIRST 25 LADIES ADMITTED FREE, $5 cover until 8:30pm Why you should come: Because it promises to be one of the coolest events of 2002. Dress Code: Jazzy (however u perceive it) Simple...But Dope Productions "The cool alternative for cool, alternative people"
Donney "Brasco" <dbrasco_gwt@hotmail.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Tuesday, May 07, 2002 at 10:25:46 (EDT)
HEY RAY, I thought I was the official farm animal of Slam, (seeings how the Naked Poet never shows up with his sheep)
WOOF!!!
USA - Tuesday, May 07, 2002 at 09:57:35 (EDT)
WAH!! score one for Ray. Hey-Mike check your e-mail, i got the pictures. See ya Wednesday
Cosmos <Phoenixbarret@aol.com>
BR, LA USA - Tuesday, May 07, 2002 at 06:56:34 (EDT)
We will be at Richoux's Wed. night at 7pm. We will have food. Pete and I talked and we will have food at the slams; I'm still working on nude waiters and waitresses and farm animals.
Ray
Ethel, USA - Monday, May 06, 2002 at 21:32:18 (EDT)
I wonder if the other 1/2 of the national slam team would show up for more slams than just 1 or 2 out of a year or only when it make your name look good.
the silent poet
slammin.BR, la USA - Monday, May 06, 2002 at 13:27:07 (EDT)
congrats.on your new name cosmos, thats a cool name for you. hey necked poet talk to me,I would like to get to know you better.to inquiring mind don't worry about me,I didn't show up for the monday night reading either.I'm gona help you out ray.Hey where's the MADD CATT.Well I figure a lot of people didn't approve of the move.peace
the silent poet
slamexterme, la USA - Monday, May 06, 2002 at 12:44:54 (EDT)
Sorry I missed the slam THis last week. I had to take a break, plus I picked up a side job. You know sometimes you gotta go where the money flows. Jon G
Jon Garrett
BR, LA USA - Saturday, May 04, 2002 at 00:41:11 (EDT)
Let it be known that i'm now known as Cosmos. I kind of like it, it's got a kind of hippie/poet style to it. Anyway, i hope everyone is rest up for the try outs. If you missed Wednesday, you missed Xero's inprod poem that basiclytold this woman at the bar to shut the fuck up. And RC's poem about the naked poet. See you'll wednesday. Peace
Cosmos (Alex) <PhoenixBarret@aol.com>
BR, La USA - Saturday, May 04, 2002 at 00:10:21 (EDT)
i missed you wend. too... and Thursday!!!
inquiring mind
USA - Friday, May 03, 2002 at 22:52:18 (EDT)
What is a poetry reading without the Crazy Ass Shaman? Are you OK Liberty? We missed you big time.
Ray
Ethel, USA - Thursday, May 02, 2002 at 17:36:26 (EDT)
thus saith the silent poet to the necked poet "would you highlight some barnyard grafitti spray paint in mexcian writing for me."and to inquiring MIND who know who I'am that name wasn't meant to be the secert of a mysteriours poet revealed.But only an revelation of the role he would play.peace
the silent poet
slam, la USA - Thursday, May 02, 2002 at 16:49:40 (EDT)
Sibley did such a wonderful job in directing "Paradise Orange" for "of moving colors" in Baton Rouge. I'm glad I found this web site,by mistake,by looking up "Becky Larkin" the wonderful poet who wrote many poems for "Paradise".Keep up the good work,people !
cathy <higgalot@yahoo.com>
LA USA - Wednesday, May 01, 2002 at 22:41:23 (EDT)
just here to add my congrats to the 2002 national slam team!!! you guys did a beautiful job wednesday!!! see you tonight...
shelley <pincushioN@antisocial.com>
br, la USA - Wednesday, May 01, 2002 at 08:46:43 (EDT)
Alex - I'd love to get a couple of your pictures of the Grand Slam and National Slam Team. I'll shoot you an email, or if you're coming to the Slam this Wednesday (5/1) I'll talk to you then. Thanks for the offer!
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Baton Rouge (this week), LA USA - Monday, April 29, 2002 at 11:05:03 (EDT)
Hi, was visiting the site and just wanted to drop a line to all the peeps and congrate the 2002 Baton Rouge National Poetry Slam team one more time. Y'all are going to kick some serious poetic ass up in Minni. Peace, Love and Hair Grease The ever lovely Squirrel Lady Melody Cool
Melody Cool <MusicallyMotivated@hotmail.com>
Port Allen, LA USA - Sunday, April 28, 2002 at 21:09:40 (EDT)
I want to thank the poets, patrons, host (Chris), scorekeeper (Megan), timekeeper (Alex), and judges who came out to make the Championship Grand Slam a truly dramatic and memorable event. We have a wonderful team and I can't wait to take it on the road. The New Orleans team has agreed to participate with us in two, yes two, slams! One in Baton Rouge and the other in New Orleans. The best thing about this arrangement is that both slams will be benifits for both teams to help with the cost of the trip to nationals. The New Orleans teams and all of the poets of that fair city have always been ultra friendly and supportive of us, so it will be cool to have them root for us in Minneapolis just like we'll be rooting for them! The South shall RISE again like R. Kelly at a preschool! Like a priest at a cub scout meeting! Like Micheal Jackson at a maternity ward! Like...well, yall get the pediatric picture. I'll see yall Wednesday! Peace... Of Ass!
XERO <bootstrang@aol>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Sunday, April 28, 2002 at 11:48:36 (EDT)
Oh yeah! Page one of the Metro section in the Thursday Advocate. Eric Johns, more commonly referred to as "Scottsdale" of truck poetry fame at the Slams. Has a nice picture and write up about his day time gig at WBRH-FM radio. I'll try and remember to bring it with me Wend.. Piece and Sex!
Junk Bard Dog
USA - Saturday, April 27, 2002 at 11:50:52 (EDT)
I had just located the shelf where K-Mart keeps the Boudreaux's Butt Paste, when the airy whine of East Texas Attenuated Vowels came wafting through the public address system announcing. "BLUE LIGHT SPECIAL ON EDIBLE UNDERWEAR, AISLE FOUR!" Come to find out, I was on aisle four and was almost trampled to death! By the time I managed to get back to my feet and regain my senses. I became witness to the most incredible act of violence I had ever seen. Three little old ladies (one with a walker), beating the crap out of some poor smuck with their purses and canes. It seems the "Naked Poet"... had grabbed the last pair in red!
WOOF!!!!
USA - Friday, April 26, 2002 at 10:37:36 (EDT)
First off, the grand slam was AWSOME, so many good poets. Good luck, and may God and any other god and/or goddess be with one a ya'llgo the national. Finally, to the on named Mike, ihave pictures of the Slam Team, also pictures from the slam it's self in case you want toup date, when i get the roll finished and developed i'll scan them to desk and give them to you...some how. Till next Wednesday Peace out!
Alex(need a new nickname) <PhoenixBarret@aol.com>
BR, LA USA - Thursday, April 25, 2002 at 22:26:01 (EDT)
Damn, I always miss the good slams. It sounds like y'all had one hell of a final competition. Congratulations to all the poets who competed - your immense artistic energy was felt as far west as Oklahoma, where it spawned several tornados, sent herds of cattle into orgiastic fits, and made Governor Keating swallow his tobacco juice. I have updated the front page of the website with the winners, but will continue to tinker with it. I will be in town next week, so if the poets from the 2002 Slam Team will come to the Wednesday night slam, we can take some team pictures. See y'all soon.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Thursday, April 25, 2002 at 15:34:05 (EDT)
Now I'am truly excited about the grand slam winners who will represent Baton Rouge in the National poetry slam.My hats off to all the poets who competed .CONGRATS TO THE 2002 BATON ROUGE NATIONAL SLAM TEAM WINNERS XERO SKIDMORE,PIMP,MONA WEBB,AND DORIAN.WHO PUT UP REMARKABLE PERFORMANCES OF DETERMINATION.You all deserve to be right were your at .4 of a point seperated the top 4 winners it was truly a reamarkable experience.I ask one thing please shut the new orleans slam team DOWN were ever possible.As for me I was happy to make it to the final round,it's truly an honor to be considered a finalist against a group of fantastic poets.I'm about to update my web page in support of the 2002 BATON ROUGE NATIONAL POETRY SLAM TEAM.GOOD LUCK.
the silent/messy poet
Slam national , La USA - Thursday, April 25, 2002 at 12:11:34 (EDT)
hey guys! i'm sad to be missing all the brilliant baton rouge poetry that seems to be going on right now... but i'm really writing just to brag a bit... i finally went back to the open slam here in boston and kicked some ass. *curtsey* can't wait to see all you crazy poets again! -gayle p.s. who won last night, i must know! :)
gayle kees <gjkeez@hotmail.com>
boston, ma USA - Thursday, April 25, 2002 at 09:46:26 (EDT)
who is the silent poet inquiring mind.
libertycrazyshaman <libertysmooth@hotmail.com>
slamnation, la USA - Wednesday, April 24, 2002 at 18:24:37 (EDT)
Tonight is that night!, I just wanted to wish everyone GOOD LUCK in the grand slam. The city of Baton Rouge has never seen the likes of talent that will be competing to go to nationals. Poets make every syllable, every word, and every body movement count. Most of us are so cool with each other that there is bound to be tears of joy and disappointment because everyone has worked so hard. But there can only be 4, so I hope everyone is ready for the poetic fight of your life... I KNOW I AM. D. Brasco
Donney "Brasco" <dbrasco_gwt@hotmail.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Wednesday, April 24, 2002 at 11:20:57 (EDT)
i may not know who the naked poet is but, i know who the silent poet is
inquiring mind
The , Poetry Inquirer - Tuesday, April 23, 2002 at 17:56:45 (EDT)
Hello Ray! I'am at L.S.U. reading your DISSERTATION on Poetry Slams.I'am on the Rationale for the study in chapter 1,and I plan on reading to the end notes of chapter 1 thank you once again for your gift.Liberty the crazy shaman.
Libertysmooth <hometown.aol.com/libertysmooth>
slamcity, la USA - Tuesday, April 23, 2002 at 14:34:38 (EDT)
To the poet who acknowledge to a crowd of people that I be the first poet to show up at the slams to put my name last on the list(as if to benefit from score creep),or whatever NEED TO UNDERSTAND THIS. I show up early because Ray told me to. I've been charge to set up the signs, bring out the speaker and amp, put up posters, set the tables, sweep, put up the curtain, collect the money, and set the lights.For them who spend there hard earn money to have a pleasent experience.If your gonna make such statements to an entire group of people make sure you be truthful in every aspect of the operation and don't just acknowledge negative feedback in an attempt to make your operation look good.besides your the one who showed up and put someone's name on the list last who wasn't even there.and put another poets name on the list last next to yours who didn't show up.it seems to me your the one who put more attention on who goes last than i do.If you can dish out such statement be ready to recieve feedback.
libertycrazyshaman <hometown.aol.com/libertysmooth>
slam city, la USA - Tuesday, April 23, 2002 at 12:28:36 (EDT)
hey! necked poet I have one thing to say,"show Thy self"as a workman not being ashamed.
The silent poet
parts unknown, la USA - Monday, April 22, 2002 at 12:56:41 (EDT)
thank you sweetie-pie....;)
shelley <pincushion@antisocial.com>
br, la USA - Sunday, April 21, 2002 at 15:53:42 (EDT)
HEY! Ray, I've recentely visited the LSU Libuary and I found your book and read a few pages of it.I plan on reading the whole book in the near future.You are a great writer and a true inspriation to us all.
libertycrazyshaman <hometown.aol.com/libertysmooth>
slam finals, la USA - Sunday, April 21, 2002 at 15:36:00 (EDT)
ARRRRGGGGHHHH -- DOH! Shelley, I humbly prostrate myself before you in apology, and I have corrected the misspelling of your name in the "neat picture banner dealio."
mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Sunday, April 21, 2002 at 01:15:20 (EDT)
damnit, mike, no you didn't get the "e"!!! at least not in the neat picture banner dealio....:P~ that's ok, i love you anyway...see you guys wednesday...it's on.
shellEy <pincushioN@antisocial.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Saturday, April 20, 2002 at 09:31:13 (EDT)
Last night was great, I don't know how the judges did it but somehow the found a way to pick only six winners out of the absolutely fabulous artists that read last night. To all those who qualified I want to wish good luck, and break a leg when they lay down the lyrics at next weeks grand slam. Bring IT :) Squirrel, Melody Cool, AnTonette PS One day I will have one name...and one name only...
A. Angelique Roche' <MusicallyMotivated@hotmail.com>
Port Allen, LA USA - Thursday, April 18, 2002 at 20:35:10 (EDT)
Congrats to the winner of all three open mics. last nights was really good. The Baton Rouge slam team is going to kick poetic ass in the national however goes. Good luck to to everyone in the grand slam try outs. And next years try watch, i'm going after blood (wahahaha)till wednesday, see you. And watch Ray, i'm going to get back for the cosmic ass thing.
Alex <Phoenixbarret@aol.com>
BR, LA USA - Thursday, April 18, 2002 at 16:25:56 (EDT)
Congrats to the 13 finalists for the BR Slam Team. I've updated the web page accordingly. Everyone please double-check me and make sure I didn't misspell anyone's name, or leave anyone out. Shoot me an email or post it here if you have a correction (I got the "e" in Shelley!).
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Thursday, April 18, 2002 at 12:20:30 (EDT)
Wednesday April 17th the final try out for the National slam team. Everyone come out and support performance poetry as you all know, the comments I've made on this guestbook spark a lot of controversy concerning poets performance and scores they recieved for those performances.I've even recieved feedback that my comments was an issue of black and white. I try to convence them otherwise that it wasn't but to no avail.Now in the pass few months poets have used racial statements in their poetry in slams that sparked poets of a oppisite race to respond to such statements in their poetry.I on the other hand have not used racial statements in my poerty,as a matter of fact in the 2nd tryout of the nationals I used a poet of an oppsitite race as a prop for my poem,to go against the gran of such Racial statements.It's not about winning or losing,it's not about black or white.It's about performance poetry nothing else. And I feel if a poet even of renown national standard fumble threw a performance and get high scores,compare to a poet who did not make a mistake along with a desent poem get lower scores is unfair.Because your judging the poem as well as the performance.my time is up.
Liberty <hometown.aol.com/libertysmooth>
Slam National, La USA - Tuesday, April 16, 2002 at 17:24:03 (EDT)
Hey, guys! The new issue of "The Legacy" hit the stands yesterday, and we got a pretty nice little write up. Lots of information. It looks really terriffic to me (even if they did spell my name wrong). I've picked up a couple of extra copies to bring with me on Wed. for anyone who wants to look at them (one of them's for Ray, tho, I know he's gonna want one ;). But yeah, just letting y'all know. XD
Ru <Griffin903@aol.com>
USA - Tuesday, April 16, 2002 at 12:01:21 (EDT)
I understand Brasco that I was one of your pre-season slam team favorites, but the fact of the matter is Liberty is not putting together the proper poetry and Performance worthy of National Attention from a Baton Rouge Standpoint.But don't you worry, I'll try to put together a performance my people can remember on the 17th. Thank you for your concern peace.
liberty
br, la USA - Monday, April 15, 2002 at 14:23:19 (EDT)
No fair RU, I don't have breasts!!!!!!!!!!!!
WOOF!!!!
USA - Monday, April 15, 2002 at 11:18:46 (EDT)
Yah mike that's the best hint. good luck to the final four poets that will quqlify for the finals on the 24th see you around.
liberty
slamfinals, la USA - Monday, April 15, 2002 at 11:06:58 (EDT)
Yo, Mike, that last tip sounds like a good idea! ;D See you all Wednesday!
Ru <Griffin903@aol.com>
USA - Monday, April 15, 2002 at 11:06:16 (EDT)
Xero said "Do any of you other poets have the balls to share some of your own helpful hints and tips to the guestbook?" ... Here's my helpful hint to win poetry slams....two words....topless poetry...
The Mikester <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Sunday, April 14, 2002 at 13:58:48 (EDT)
yo, my f#ck up I didn't realize it was Cliff, not Liberty who qualified, Lib what's up dog? u gotta get in the fight game man, I thought u woulda have got in there by now, anyways u got next week to do ya thang, anyways everybody keep strivin 4 perfection, Shelley, congrats sweetie I see those workshops have paid off, keep bangin' and I'll see y'all next week. holla back, Brasco
Donney "Brasco" Rose <dbrasco_gwt@hotmail.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Friday, April 12, 2002 at 12:00:40 (EDT)
Congrats, to ALL THE 2ND ROUND QUALIFIERS, ESPECIALLY MY POETIC "SON" PIMP, AND TO THAT PA cat LIBERTY. The finals is gonna be a helluva competition, HOPEFULLY I'll be ready, because it's gettin' extremely real in the battlefield. ALSO: POETS NEVER BEGIN TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE IDEALS OF A "CONSPIRACY THEORY" WHEN IT COMES TO WHO QUALIFIES, THE JUDGES ONLY DO THEIR JOB, AND THEY CAN GIVE A DAMN LESS WHO QUALIFIES, THEY'RE NOT COMPETING, THEY'RE ONLY DOING THE JOB RAY ASKS THEM TO DO. SO WHEN U DON'T MAKE IT, SUCK IT UP, AND COME BACK AGAIN. THAT'S WHY THERE'S 3 WEEKS TO QUALIFY, AS OPPOSED TO ONE. peace folks, Donney "Brasco"
Donney "Brasco" Rose <dbrasco_gwt@hotmail.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Friday, April 12, 2002 at 11:52:14 (EDT)
I can suggest that if you attempt to recite your piece, that you actually have if memorized! Does that help?
WOOF!!!!
USA - Friday, April 12, 2002 at 09:47:46 (EDT)
Do any of you other poets have the balls to share some of your own helpful hints and tips to the guestbook? Please don't be so stupid that you forget to save a few secrets for yourself!(Like my stupid ass did.)
XERO <bootstrang@aol>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Thursday, April 11, 2002 at 20:46:12 (EDT)
Congradulations to all of the poets who came out last night, no matter what your score was! I want to urge everyone who hasn't qualified to come out next week ready to blow the crowd away. Tip: Bring your best poem. Even if you've it for us a hundred times. As long as you keep taking your performance to another level, the piece keeps growing and getting better. What's more dramatic than seeing a poet outdo themselves? You're probably tired of reading it, but many people probably haven't heard it, so to them it's still new. And also if you're going to read it off paper please rehearse reading it off paper so you don't sound like your reading it off paper! Much of the physical performance takes place in the vocal cords. Did I just tell yall how to kick my ass? Somebody shut me up!!!
XERO <bootstrang@aol>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Thursday, April 11, 2002 at 20:42:00 (EDT)
thanx, liberty...flattery will get you nowhere... ;) and by the way, in case anyone forgot...my name is shellEy.. ;P~ love and chickens (but not @ the same time, baby)...~s
shelley <pincushion@antisocial.com>
br, LA USA - Thursday, April 11, 2002 at 13:21:25 (EDT)
I want to give a shout out to the 2nd round winners SHELLEY THE BUSH, PIMP, BEVIL, AND CLIFF it was a good night of poetry and the performances was tight.To XERO me and ray was talking about your performance then he said that you was one of top 5 performers that he ever saw on an international level.It's truly an honor to be in your presence, to hear you read, and your tireless energy that you davote to the community not only to poetry but to you job and your daughter. I tell you that that was the highest honor that i ever experience anyone give a poet, you are a true inspriation to us all. keep up the good work. and Shelley I witness a lot of growth in your performances the pass three months and you deserve to be in the finals you looked very relaxed on winning the 2nd round, In my eyes you are peaking. and to PIMP ray loves your stage presence and your performance are fire and he acknowledge that they woul love you at the nationals good luck on the finals. It will be one heck of a finals I look foward to the experience
liberty
USA - Thursday, April 11, 2002 at 12:06:38 (EDT)
thanks for the comments alyson, you are 100% correct. Now it's time to move on and continue to support all poets and venues and end pointing fingers and negative feedback that profit nothing. We are all humans and we all make mistakes, but when I find myself CONSTENLY POINTING FINGERS at the worlds mistakes i got three fingers pointing back at my own mistakes.
liberty
USA - Thursday, April 11, 2002 at 11:47:40 (EDT)
Hey, the page looks so kickin! Congrats to everyone who placed at the slam tonight, it was a ball, even though half my crew was missing. =P And I'm working on new poetry for next time. My muse is getting an ass whuppin', I tell you what. c_c
Ru <Griffin903@aol.com>
USA - Thursday, April 11, 2002 at 00:49:47 (EDT)
Quick question, i have a friend who wants her poem read, but can't because she has something she can't under anything miss. She doesn't want to enter it for the slam or get any points, just see if people like her stuff. I told i don't know, but i would ask. If you can goat it or have the host do it. Please let me know so i don't get my ass kicked. Anyway, I loved Shelly's poem and Xero's. Ray liked your, i think the record for being hit by lighting is 7-12. See ya'll next week.
Alex (need a new nickname) <PhoenixBarret@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Wednesday, April 10, 2002 at 23:51:04 (EDT)
Hey fellow poets! I want to start out on a positive note and congratulate the poets who made it through the first two rounds of tryouts for the National Slam Team. I am mad as hell that I am missing all of the slams, but I am sure that the performances are PHENOMENAL. Unfortunately, I made a prior commitment that cannot get out of (except in the event of my demise)until the 27th. Xero and Mona, IN MY OPINION, you on point about the judging. I agree with your points of view, but for different reasons. First, the poets are not responsible for picking the judges, usually Ray does that. Second, to suggest that intellectual people are incapable of being impartial is both absurd and insulting. Third, even if that was the case, unless there is a complete collaboration (or some bizarre psychic phenomenon), the scores even out since both the high and the low score are thrown out. Also, I have seen comments about the judging, but can I get some comments on the performances (since I have to live vicariously through you all)? Liberty, since you stated that other people made the comments, in the future, it would probably be best to express yourself for yourself ONLY in the future. How smart is it to be a spokesperson for people who are not willing to stand behind you? To those poets who placed and to the judges, I hope that you are unaffected by the negative comments. To those who placed already, again, congratulations. To those who are waiting to compete, good luck. To those who will be representing Baton Rouge, kick some national ass and make us all proud. Also, Xero, your c.d. is off the chain. I purchased a second copy for my mom and she thinks that you are some kind of linguistic genius.
Alyson McCord <armresipsa@aol.com>
Baton Roug, LA USA - Wednesday, April 10, 2002 at 23:46:44 (EDT)
your right mona and i was out of place. But understand it wasn't me that said, " I was forsaken by so call regulars it was xero".I never thought anyone ever forsaked me at any time.As far as the judges goes i was only passing on what was passed on to me, not as to target any poet or judges,we been doing this all year long without any frection, and I don't have any anomosity in my heart toward no one. Because I beleive we are all winners, and I will not place anyone on a peddlestol above another poet. And I will not give glory to one poet that I would not give to another based upon points in a slam,It's not that serious.
liberty
USA - Wednesday, April 10, 2002 at 17:33:52 (EDT)
Peace and Blessings to all of those in the wonderful world of artistic creation:) Thank you to all who have purchased my chap book. In response to last wed. slam I disagree with the idea that judges who know NOTHING about the slam should be choosen to judge especially for Nationals or the try outs. Liberty you need to double check your math from the last slam your exaggerated score example is inaccurate and if you want better judges then bring some with you. But, Ohh that means you know them too as you know every one who attends the slam being that YOU WORK THE DOOR and that makes you everyone's friend or acquaintance in the room if you want to point fingers at bias.So this is my shout out to all new slam participants and I encourage their participation in slamming and judging!!! And Liberty no one has forsaken you WE ALL LOVE YOU AND YOUR POETRY! Peace Love and Creativity 1:)
Mona Webb <monarwebb@yahoo.com>
Baton Rouge, - Wednesday, April 10, 2002 at 16:36:48 (EDT)
I check out your new picks of the theater you did a fantastic job hey shelley you are already flying high in all that you are doing for the community and dedication of showing up week after week in support of poetry and r.c. you are an inspriation thank you. be sure to check out my web page at http://hometown.aol.com/libertysmooth it features poetry & art, My interest, My favorite links,My online life, a poem of the month, my accomplishments and goals, and all the venues Baton Rouge has to offer. I look foward of hearing another week of fantastic poetry you will be in for a treat peace.
Liberty
USA - Wednesday, April 10, 2002 at 14:03:04 (EDT)
thanx, liberty...guys, if i'm floating on air a little tonight, just consider it blissful relief...some of you will understand the reason why...ask if you don't. ;) see you @ the slam!
shelley <pincushion@antisocial.com>
br, la USA - Wednesday, April 10, 2002 at 08:44:32 (EDT)
Liberty, thanks for the great feedback. I've added some more stuff to the website - there are pics of Two Noble Kinsme and, I've redone the Moonlark Theater section. Coming up soon - I'm redoing the Slam pictures. To all competing in the Nat'l Slam tryouts, break a leg.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Tuesday, April 09, 2002 at 19:37:08 (EDT)
Hey!Mike the new web page look fantastic you caught some nice images. Ray don't be disapointed in my decision not to go to Minnesota, I need to work on a lot of issues in my personal life that needs attention.Nevertheless I will make the 2nd, 3rd, & grand slam finals to put every one who competed and the winners on my new web site peace i mo gin.
Liberty
slam nation, la USA - Tuesday, April 09, 2002 at 16:08:41 (EDT)
I've just updated my web page, thank you for the advice xero.I truly apperciate you all for helping me.Keep up the good work shelley and I hope you fulfill your dream of making it to 2002 National Poetry Slam. Peace see yall Tomorrow night.
Liberty
USA - Tuesday, April 09, 2002 at 13:53:32 (EDT)
thanks for the advice, and i will use the correct punctuation when i could figure out all the options of a web page.I'am not a regular at this, and the only reason I people have there favorites because in the pass 3 months i slammed every week and encountered poets at least 4 of them who told me poets are not getting the scores they deserve even in the 1st round of the national slam team, who thought that judges had there favorites you are all fantastic preformers, and a positive unit.I'am not a sore loser because truthfully art cannot beat art in any form or fashion. i only interpret your message as you so call regulars forsaken me, as we so called regulars should finish higher in the final rankings than poets who never been there.Now If I interpret you wrong I apoligize, but if i disagree with you on a subject concerning poetry that doesn't make me wrong or you wrong. But I refuse to think that any one is a sore loser just because they did not get the scores that other poets get. If i think that then I'll be saying Art just Defeated Art.I won't bring competition winning or losing into a artform.
liberty
USA - Tuesday, April 09, 2002 at 12:05:55 (EDT)
thanks for the advice, and i will use the correct punctuation when i could figure out all the options of a web page.I'am not a regular at this, and the only reason I people have there favorites because in the pass 3 months i slammed every week and encountered poets at least 4 of them who told me poets are not getting the scores they deserve even in the 1st round of the national slam team, who thought that judges had there favorites you are all fantastic preformers, and a positive unit.I'am not a sore loser because truthfully art cannot beat art in any form or fashion. i only interpret your message as you so call regulars forsaken me, as we so called regulars should finish higher in the final rankings than poets who never been there.Now If I interpret you wrong I apoligize, but if i disagree with you on a subject concerning poetry that doesn't make me wrong or you wrong. But I refuse to think that any one is a sore loser just because they did not get the scores that other poets get. If i think that then I'll be saying Art just Defeated Art.
liberty
USA - Tuesday, April 09, 2002 at 12:01:16 (EDT)
Thanks for clearing that up, Shelly. Hey Liberty, congradulations on the web page. I really hope you decide to use some punctuation on it! I've just always had this crazy desire to know when one sentence ends and the next one begins. To all my fellow poets who have had a problem with certain judges being chosen, all I can say in defense of the slam is that we can only pick judges from the crowd that actually shows up AND thoses who are actually willing to stick around and judge. You can either accept that or do like I plan to do and bring your mother to the remaining open slams. EXCUSES ARE THE TOOLS OF THE INCOMPETENT!!!! Besides, we all know that the judges are supposed to suck. If they didn't, I would never win! Congradulations Mona, you handed out that ass whippin' with an intense performance and a very profound work of literature. I should have been takin' notes. CURSES!!!
XERO <bootstrang@aol>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Tuesday, April 09, 2002 at 03:09:49 (EDT)
to my embellishing poectic brethen i have my new web page you type http://members.hometown.aol.com then go to search and type libertysmooth then click on libertysmooth poetry & art its my first web page i will be making changes on it in the future and good luck to all the poets for the 2002 national poetry slam team.
liberty
Baton Rouge , la USA - Monday, April 08, 2002 at 13:35:26 (EDT)
thank you for your energy shelley keep up the good work i simply will not take slams seriously to the degree that i slam to win every slam enter or if ive been slamming at the same venue for a year and some one comes in score higher than me give me you right to downgrade that poet or forsake that poet. if i go to nationals just for the sake of winning it then shame on me i'll be missing the big picture.
liberty
baton rouge, la USA - Monday, April 08, 2002 at 13:16:23 (EDT)
um...i don't think Xer0 was upset about the slam except for the fact that the "regulars" didn't show up to be participants or audience members!!! we need people out there to keep up the energyk on libertysmooth poetry & art its my first web page i will be making changes on it in the future and good luck to all the poets for the 2002 national poetry slam team.
liberty
Baton Rouge , la USA - Monday, April 08, 2002 at 13:35:26 (EDT)
thank you for your energy shelley keep up the good work i simply will not take slams seriously to the degree that i slam to win every slam enter or if ive been slamming at the same venue for a year and some one comes in score higher than me give me you right to downgrade that poet or forsake that poet. if i go to nationals just for the sake of winning it then shame on me i'll be missing the big picture.
liberty
baton rouge, la USA - Monday, April 08, 2002 at 13:16:23 (EDT)
um...i don't think Xer0 was upset about the slam except for the fact that the "regulars" didn't show up to be participants or audience members!!! we need people out there to keep up the energy, so show up, everybody...and to those of you who don't usually show who did, i agree with Xer0...thank you...laterzzz
shelley <pincushioN@antisocial.com>
br, la USA - Monday, April 08, 2002 at 12:36:34 (EDT)
Forsaken You come on xero every body knows the best poet never win and judges have there favorite's as for me I don't need to win every slam to know i'am a good poet i do not write to win i write to teach as you may have heard iam not going to minnesota and for the finals i hope ray pick judges that never heard or seen none of yall other than a poets best friends and relatives who gives 8.8 to 9.0 all threw the night untill well you get the picture. nobody have not forsaken you or denied you 3 times 20 time grandslam champion good luck.
liberty <libertysmooth@hotmail.com>
Baton Rouge, La USA - Monday, April 08, 2002 at 10:56:57 (EDT)
Last Wednesday evening, suffering severe disappointment over my lackluster performance in the National Team tryouts. I stopped off at the Pitt Grill to drown my sorrows in a large vanilla milk shake in hopes that the waitress would cheer me up. (She possesses the unusual talent of being able to spit chaw juice from the gaps in her teeth on both sides of her mouth at the same time without getting any on the gargantuan, star shaped mole that adorns her lower lip) There was a commotion over in the corner. My curiosity got the better of me so, I got up to go check it out. It was Elvis... and The Naked Poet! Rolling around on the floor, fighting over a fried peanut butter and nanner samitch. There was peanut butter EVERYWHERE! Well, at least I hope it was peanut butter. If you'd seen what Elvis was trying to do with the nanner, you'd know what I mean.
WOOF!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
USA - Friday, April 05, 2002 at 12:43:55 (EST)
This is XERO. I want to thank all of the new faces who showed up to the first of the audition slams. Your presence was truly a gift. And to the so-called regulars, all I have to say is, "Why have you forsaken me!!!!"
XERO <bootstrang@aol>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Thursday, April 04, 2002 at 23:48:34 (EST)
good luck poets for national slam team i really enjoy your support come out at richoux tonite and enjoy performance poetry at it's best.congratulations xero on your cd and i wish future success on it. although it's an open round the poem you qualify with will have an impact on your chances of making the team.peace
liberty <libertycrazyshaman@hotmail.com>
B.R.nat.slam, LA. USA - Wednesday, April 03, 2002 at 10:54:44 (EST)
Hey people, this is XERO and I want to thank everybody who has purchased my very first CD and everyone who will! (thanks for the plug Mike) It's time to pick the team. I would like to tell all of my fellow poets ahead of time that I harbour no hard feelings towards anyone who attempts to cut my poetic throat this coming Wednesday. As usual, I expect the competition to be stiff, yet amazingly friendly. (no, I won't make a penis joke with that) I look forward to some of the best slams that BR has ever experienced...that I have ever experienced. The best won't win, the judges will suck, and we all will have the most fun you can have without farm animals and whipped cream. U.N.H! Peace!!!
XERO <bootstrang@aol>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Tuesday, April 02, 2002 at 02:54:57 (EST)
YES!! This Wednesday is the first of the three open slams that will determine the finalists for the Grand Slam on April 24th that will determine the team for this year. Spread the word. This will be a round of slams to beat all; we've got an incredible group of poets trying out this year. This will be a tough competition and the poets are ready. Be there.
Ray
Ethel, USA - Monday, April 01, 2002 at 23:33:03 (EST)
I have a question, is try outs for the national slam team this wednesday?
Alex <Phoenixbarret@aol.cm>
Baton Rouge , LA USA - Monday, April 01, 2002 at 22:49:24 (EST)
Hey everyone. I really enjoyed seeing all of you at the play and the slam. To the cast of Two Noble Kinsmen, excellent job. You folks endured some pretty extreme circumstances, and put together one hell of a production. I got some cool pics of both the play and Wednesday night's slam, and will be putting them up on the web as soon as I can. Also, I apologize for not having the slam scores up - I just got back to my house tonight (Sunday) at about 10:30. So, I'm too tired to play with web pages. Instead I'm going to just pour myself a whiskey, and put on UNH! and chill, baby. Peace out to all you poets and actors, and supporters of the arts. From Stillwater, this is your bud Mike signing off.
mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Monday, April 01, 2002 at 00:53:26 (EST)
Every damn body best go out and see Ray's play this Sunday, it's your last chance! Go see it! I'm gonna try myself, even tho I've been. I know we're all starving poets *koffkoff* but we can spare a few hours of our long weekend to go see some EXcellent entertainment, yes?
Ru <Griffin903@aol.com>
USA - Thursday, March 28, 2002 at 17:27:07 (EST)
So who won last night?
Junk Bard Dog
USA - Thursday, March 28, 2002 at 10:01:53 (EST)
The question is, can you use that tongue to turn over a quarter in the bottom of a milk bottle?
WOOF!!!!!!!
USA - Tuesday, March 19, 2002 at 12:12:19 (EST)
Greetings, my name is XERO. I am a budding young poet who is very intersted in checking out your poetry contest or "slam" as you call it. I would like to invite all of the sexually active young ladies to attend. I am a single white male who just happens to be a handsome millionaire with a nine inch long penis and a 10 inch long tounge. I'll see you there!
XERO <bootstrang@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Monday, March 18, 2002 at 18:44:38 (EST)
hey!shelley how u b can u b leave the trreye 0uts 4 the nat. r o ly 3 wks. away as 4 I, I jus orrr chillin sea u at the color red stick po+try slam baby!
libertycrazyshaman
red stick, la USA - Wednesday, March 13, 2002 at 15:48:15 (EST)
his sheep must've run off with liberty's punctuation...not that i'm one to talk...after all, i am the queen of ellipses. see you peoples tomorrow night!!!
shelley <pincushioN@antisocial.com>
br, la USA - Wednesday, March 13, 2002 at 00:09:06 (EST)
Stopped off past the Walgreen's on my way home to pick up a package of prophylalatics and have my Prozac perscription refilled and there it was. That nefarious five window cab pickup truck, baring the unmistakable aroma of sheep. With apprehension I went in and there he was, standing at the sundries counter purchasing a bottle of 5000 SPF sunblock. It was the NAKED POET! No sheep were in sight?
WOOF!!!
USA - Tuesday, March 12, 2002 at 23:48:48 (EST)
EXTRA! EXTRA! Read all about it! The Bearded One, our own Chap Gary is featured in the People section of todays "Advocate". It's a really nice article with a picture and mention of Poetry Slam. I'll try to remember to bring it Wend. for those who missed it. WOOF!!!!!!!!!
Junk Bard Dog
USA - Monday, March 11, 2002 at 13:13:38 (EST)
this is liberty on the set I'm not a cheater Cancelier Im a poet a taaalll one at that and i don't play basketball the marathon slam was crazily entertaining but yall who miss it can come out to backstage tonite and hear the best of baton rouge poets perform on the open mic peace.
libertycrazyshaman <libertycrazyshaman@hotmail.com>
Backstage, La USA - Monday, March 11, 2002 at 12:42:26 (EST)
Xero, I modified the Oral Climax time. Everyone, I'm going to put some new pics of the theater online. You can get a sneak peak by clicking this link or, just go to the Moonlark homepage and see "New theater pics" on the Hot Links section.
Sir Mike-a-Lot <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Sunday, March 10, 2002 at 22:31:25 (EST)
Ray, I love the drawings of the school, it's going to look great when it's finished. I really enjoy reading at Richoux's, thank so much for doing it, as long as you have it i will read till ya'll run me off.
Alex <Phoenixbarret@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Sunday, March 10, 2002 at 00:45:42 (EST)
Hey poetry-freaks! This is XERO reminding yall that auditions for the slam team are closer than Sigfreid and Roy! (pardon the spelling...I'm not a fan) This Sunday, March 10th, there will be a slam workshop at my crib @ 5:00pm. It's open to anyone who wants some constructive criticism and to be timed in preparation for auditions. Also don't forget Wednesday is the third and final open slam. Hence, the last chance to qualify for the grand pappy! I'll be hosting, Liberty will be cheating yall out of your loot at the door, R.C. will be howling, Mona will be missing, and Ray will be...he'll be there. I'm also pretty sure The Ru Crew will be on hand also. It'll be the most fun you've had since...last Wednesday! Be there or be bare! (it rhymed, okay!) P.S. The Oral Climax now opens it's doors at 8 p.m. Someone please make this change on the "Poetry All Week" bulletin board. Thank you and loooong live my erections!
XERO <ChancelierXero@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Saturday, March 09, 2002 at 20:07:15 (EST)
hey there...will, i am SOOOOOO proud of you!!! kick some arse!!! and come back and tell me poetry...we miss you. yes, yes, jeremy g. came to the slam! imagine that! he rocked it, too. laterzzzz
shelley <pincushion@antisocial.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Saturday, March 09, 2002 at 16:23:11 (EST)
One other thing...to all of the cast and crew of Two Noble Kinsmen I just want to say BREAK A LEG! I talked to Ray about your opening performances and he raved about you. I will be in town in a couple of weeks and cannot wait to see the play.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Saturday, March 09, 2002 at 14:55:25 (EST)
Tres bizarre! I went to the winners page, and saw Chris Champagne and Jeremy "Slammed in Class Today" Garland. Damn, I thought I was flashing back to 1999, or something. I was starting to have a Y2K crisis all over again.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Friday, March 08, 2002 at 17:42:54 (EST)
Peace and blessings to all aspiring artists of the original red stick poetry slam as always i look foward to the slam to compete with the best there is out there come on down new orleans to the great bayou town of Moulon Rouge and lets do this try outs for the nationals is one month away and when the smoke clears the 4 best poets will form a dynamic team of performance poetry at its best.
libertycrazyshaaman <libertycrazyshaman@hotmail.com>
Baton Rouge, La USA - Wednesday, March 06, 2002 at 13:48:41 (EST)
Chris Champagne and a bunch of his friends from New Orleans will be coming tomorrow night. Xero, Liberty, and R.C better tighten up. Cogratulations to Will Richey on the Dallas Slam Team Romp--we miss you.
Ray
Ethel, USA - Tuesday, March 05, 2002 at 23:16:41 (EST)
Has Ray Sibley taken leave of his senses? Will the Baton Rouge poetry scene ever be the same? Come find out tomorrow night as YES, the Junk Bard Dog takes to the stage in a special guest host appearance at the "Red Stick Poetry Slam". Don't worry folks, it's just a temporary gig to help out as Ray applies the finishing touches to this years Shakespearian Extravaganza. Along with the usual line up of high calabur local poets and aspiring hopefuls, we'll be serving up kick verbs and kicking back a few cold ones in the true Slam tradition. As for Xero, don't let him kid ya. His and Liberty's assignment lies more in making sure the Vodka doesn't flow too freely and I don't alienate too many of you than moral support I assure you. Yes, we're gonna have FUN,FUN,FUN, until The Doctor takes the microphone away. Hope to see you there! WOOF!!!!!!!!!!!!
Junk Bard Dog
Slam Central, USA - Tuesday, March 05, 2002 at 09:59:20 (EST)
Howdy yall! This here's good ole XERO a writin' ta tell all yall poets n'such ta get on out ta them there slams on Wednesday. This next one is gon' be a real hoot! We gon' have that ole junk bard dog a hostin' and as usual XERO and Liberty is gonna be on hand for moral support. So til then I guess I'll see yall Wednesday! Take care and remember what my uncle Cleotis said right before he died, "Hand me my lighter so's I can check the gas tank, ya dang fool!!" Stay warm and be loud, poets!
XERO <bootstrang@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Monday, March 04, 2002 at 19:38:59 (EST)
What's up Baton Rouge! This is Will, formerly known for my summer appearances with sideburns, bald sightings in December, and the baratone voice Ray and Shelly love. I just wanted to give ya'll a shout out and let you know that I've been SLAMMin it up here in Dallas with the reigning National Champions. In the process, with five top three Friday finishes, I've recently qualified to try out for this year's team! I also enjoyed my first invite by SLAM Master, Clebo Rainey, to feature at the weekly spot, the Red Room down in Deep Ellum. Rock Baby was the host and introduced me as a Fresh Dallas Lyricist via the Mississippi and Baton Rouge...babyay-babay! It was a packed house and all seemed to embrace me cordially. So, may it be known how appreciative I am for the warmth and hospitality you and M's showed me in nurturing me through my first few appearances on stage. With tryouts at the end of April, whether I make the team here or not is secondary to the love I owe ya'll for getting me started. I miss ya'll and can't wait to check out Richoux's when I'm back in town. Take care and be blessed. Will.
Will Richey <wrichey22@hotmail.com>
Dallas, TX USA - Monday, March 04, 2002 at 16:23:07 (EST)
Hey guys Southern University is having their first production of the Spring Season. Opening night is tonight 7:30 but there will be performances Thursday-Saturday at Frank Hayden Hall on Southern Universit's campus, the cost is $1 with student ID $5 without. I will be starring in the play, it's called Stealaway WE would everyone to come out and pack the theater. Support the Arts Love Squirrel "The Missing Poet" PS Feb 27 - March 2 COME OUT AND SUPPORT THE ARTS
Squirrel Lady <SquirrelLady319@aol.com>
Port Allen, LA USA - Wednesday, February 27, 2002 at 17:14:09 (EST)
twilight amber mystical thought patterns flows through the brain of LIBERTY THE CRAZY SHAMAN HA HA HA.i want to give a shout out to all poets and poetess who rock the show at backstage on monday night if U missed it SHAME ON U next week Mona Webb will be our feature it will be one hot ticket don't miss out on the excitement.
liberty <libertycrazyshaman@hotmail.com>
Baton Rouge, la USA - Wednesday, February 27, 2002 at 16:45:21 (EST)
"Let us be thankful for the fools. But not for them, the rest of us could not succeed." Mark Twain as well!
Junk Bard Dog
USA - Wednesday, February 27, 2002 at 14:58:41 (EST)
"Man will do many things to get himself loved; he will do all things to get himself envied." -Mark Twain
Jody
Tampa, CA USA - Tuesday, February 26, 2002 at 14:27:28 (EST)
last night i had a dream that donnie brasco was the naked poet... don't ask me what that means...that's the same night i wrote a poem saying that i felt like a lima bean, so i wouldn't take it too seriously...
shelley <pincushion@antisocial.com>
br, la USA - Tuesday, February 26, 2002 at 01:49:28 (EST)
Had to go to Alexandria this past weekend. Decided to stop by Lea's and get me a piece of that delicious pie. I pulled into the parking lot and there it was, parked right next to the Sheriff's car. A pickup truck with three sheep in the back. All dressed in black nylons and garters. Apprehensive as I was, I went in. There in a booth, in the back, in the corner, in the dark admiring the Sheriff's big gun. It was the Naked Poet! As bad as I wanted an autograph, I couldn't get up the nerve to approach him. What with him being a big celebrity and all. Damn, why am I always such a
WOOF!!!!!!!!!!!!!
USA - Monday, February 25, 2002 at 14:13:22 (EST)
Had to go to Alexandria this past weekend. Decided to stop by Lea's and get me a piece of that delicious pie. I pulled into the parking lot and there it was, parked right next to the Sherif's car. A pickup truck with three sheep in the back. All dressed in black nylons and garters. Apprehensive as I was, I went in. There in a booth, in the back, in the corner, in the dark admiring the Sherif's big gun. It was the Naked Poet! As bad as I wanted an autograph, I couldn't get up the nerve to approach him. What with him being a big celebrity and all. Damn, why am I always such a
WOOF!!!!!!!!!!!!!
USA - Monday, February 25, 2002 at 14:12:18 (EST)
I just wanted to thank all of ya'll for being so helpful and welcoming. I really enjoyed myself!I'm reeling off of the whole experience.justa big ol' "right on". Thank you.
Erin <Klimtsbeza@aol.com>
BR, la USA - Friday, February 22, 2002 at 02:18:23 (EST)
Hey shEllEy congradulations I told ya! your pick up first prize before the slam started they don't call me the crazy SHAMAN for nothing! way to go RU on your 1st grand slam win See Yall wednesday!
liberty
USA - Thursday, February 21, 2002 at 17:32:07 (EST)
well, mike, i'd harass you in private, but you're taken...
shelley <pincushion@antisocial.com>
br, la USA - Thursday, February 21, 2002 at 10:22:58 (EST)
Hey, hey, hey, everybody! I had a great time tonight. It was my first chance to go to a slam in a long time. My parents have given me permision to come once a month! Thats great because they used to only let me go when I didnt have school... Thanks for all the inspiration you have given me. Peace, Love, And Chicken Grease, Eric
Eric (the truck guy) <babousit@aol.com>
USA - Wednesday, February 20, 2002 at 23:03:39 (EST)
Greetings and salami my fellow griots, Yesterday was the performance of Mrs. Allison Adams' 8th grade class show entitled DANCING WITH HIDDEN VOICES. I helped the class with writing their poetry and the phenomenal Garland Wilson did the choreography. The show was spellbinding! I HAVE GIVEN BIRTH TO POETS!!!! (insert mad laughter here) The Grand Slam is this week and I look forward to hopefully starting a new winning streak since I've officially come out of my writing slump. Can you believe I was only writing about two poems a week? (humble ain't I?) Well, I'll see yall at Richoux's. Peace, poets!
XERO <bootstrang@aol>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Sunday, February 17, 2002 at 13:40:37 (EST)
Groovy dude (dudette). Everything is relative. Correct?
Catherine Lake
Los Angeles, CA USA - Friday, February 15, 2002 at 22:36:26 (EST)
Okay, Shelley...I have now fixed the time for the Ichabod's gig. Please continue to publicly harass me whenever you find errors in the website. ;) Hope everyone is well. I celebrated Mardi Gras here in Oklahoma by marching up and down my street throwing beads at the neighbors and showing them my breasts. I hope to be able to make bail by the weekend.
mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Wednesday, February 13, 2002 at 11:03:33 (EST)
thank you soo much, mike, and yes, christa, if i have a cookie anytime i see you, you may have one...now, if someone could just correct the time on the ichabod's reading...heh... it's 7-9...this is entertaining, to point out mistakes...
shellEy <pincushion@antisocial.com>
br, la USA - Tuesday, February 12, 2002 at 02:45:33 (EST)
Hello Ray. It sometimes seems to take my email a while to get to you, so, if that be the case in this instance, just know that I say "YES!"
Joy Ponder <freddierose@hotmail.com>
Jonesboro, LA USA - Monday, February 11, 2002 at 14:25:51 (EST)
What's up, yall! The slam last night was great! I get goosebumps on my notepad just thinking about it. I would personally like to thank everyone who came...especially the virgins. Was it as good for yall as it was for me? See yall at Backstage Monday night or at Richoux's where I'll be hosting next week! Peace, poets.
XERO <bootstrang>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Thursday, February 07, 2002 at 20:27:09 (EST)
Hail the Great Ekim, fixer of all Erroneous problems!
WOOF!!!!!!!!!!!
USA - Wednesday, February 06, 2002 at 14:15:09 (EST)
ShellEy - I will fix thE wEb sitE by putting in the E in your namE, thE way it is supposEd to bE. PlEasE accEpt my most sincErE apologiEs! ;) I am in town and I hope to see some of you tomorrow at the Slam. I have been missing good poetry.
Mike M <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Tuesday, February 05, 2002 at 19:30:04 (EST)
Tuesdays - open mic reading at Ichabods on Chimes Street near LSU. Hosted by local poet/warrior-princess Shelley Bush. 5:00-7:00pm. That's about all I can do. May I have a cookie now?
Christa <flouer13@hotmail.com>
BR, LA USA - Monday, February 04, 2002 at 23:33:52 (EST)
or he could just shove it up his arse...anyway, somebody pleeeeeze spell my name correctly on the ichabod's announcement, pleeeeeze??? i'll give you a cookie if you do! :}
shelley <pincushion@antisocial.com>
USA - Thursday, January 31, 2002 at 14:17:15 (EST)
I finally figured out why the Naked Poet never comes to the Slams. He doesn't have a POCKET to put his poem in! Perhaps we should take up a collection and buy him a fanny pack?
Junk Bard Dog
USA - Wednesday, January 30, 2002 at 12:17:01 (EST)
WHAT ARE YOU DOING ON VALENTINE'S DAY? Well, here's a suggestion, Simple...But Dope Productions presents to you "Sultry Spoken Seduction", the official Valentine's Day poetry reading, from 9pm-12am at The Fox and Hound Restaraunt, 5246 Corporate Blvd. ALL COUPLES ARE ADMITTED FOR $5.00 AND ALL SINGLES FOR $4.00 until 9:45pm. This event will be hosted by The Poetry Alliance's own Donney "Brasco" & "Knowledge", and will feature special guest poet "Xero". This also WILL BE AN OPEN MIC READING so get there early to sign the list. That's Thursday, Feb. 14,2002, in the Green Room of the Fox and Hound. peace, love, respect, Simple..But Dope Productions Donney "Brasco" Rose marketing/advertisement
Donney "Brasco" <dbrasco_gwt@hotmail.com>
Baton Rouge, La USA - Tuesday, January 29, 2002 at 10:32:59 (EST)
Gentle treasures, eh? The Naked Poet has many gentle treasures to share with special friends. ;)
The Naked Poet
Bunkie, LA USA - Monday, January 28, 2002 at 22:02:27 (EST)
Very nice site!!!!
Carolyn <ccavan@excite.com>
CT USA - Saturday, January 26, 2002 at 09:17:44 (EST)
congratulations to all the poets who made the grand slam a success I'am looking foward for more hot poets to come foward and display their talents to a great crowd.
libertythecrazyshaman <libertycrazyshaman@hotmail.com>
Baton Rouge, La USA - Friday, January 25, 2002 at 18:15:49 (EST)
Spurs huh? Yeehaa! The potential for kink runs too deep for this forum so, all I'll say at this point is, SIGN ME UP! As for whether my plea for participation paid off, who knows? We did have about thirty or so for the Grand Slam. Ray's working it hard and got himself a new PA, it's just gonna take a while to build a following at the new venue. For those interested, congrats to Liberty who got his first win Wednesday night, even if he did have to share the first place spotlight with our own resident Poetry Goddess Miss Mona. Xero and I shared second with "FIVE DOLLARS" each after the winners split up the lions share of the pot. It was really close with all the regulars right there in a tie for third. As for Great Poetry, we had it and with the help of Miss Lesann and Chris, "Really Bad Barroom Theater" was just that. I screwed up my part but, we had fun with it! Glad to hear ya'll are checking out the poetry scene and doing well. Put a noose around that young filly and drive her on down the next time the herd moves to BR. WOOF!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Junk Bard Dog
The Poetry Capital, of the World! - Friday, January 25, 2002 at 16:10:05 (EST)
So, did R.C.'s call to wayward poets work? We need an update about what's going on in BR. Mike will probably send you a report about the OK poetry scene. It's huge but just isn't the same. P.S. R.C. we found a woman for you, but she won't wear anything but spurs.
Cindy <rcelind@okstate.edu>
Tornado Alley, OK USA - Thursday, January 24, 2002 at 23:25:05 (EST)
Xero, RC, and the rest of y'all. I wish I was there for the Grand Slam tonight. I know you will all perform works of astonishing genius, or at least really bad barroom theater. Am heading to Oklahoma City tonight (trivia - up here, they call it "the city") for their performance poetry event. Who knows, someday soon I may even perform something. I will be in Baton Rouge for the slam on Feb 6. Peace and love and eat lots of fiber!
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Wednesday, January 23, 2002 at 16:22:54 (EST)
a fish out of water, on another planet gasping for breath. in seconds he will die. in seconds he will grow legs and walk in another world. he thinks the sky is an ocean. in seconds he will grow wings and swimm in the sky. right now he is asleep at the bottom of a pond.
s.jones
USA - Wednesday, January 23, 2002 at 07:04:54 (EST)
As a follow up to Xero's plea for participation. Let's work an exercise in CONCRETE VISUAL IMAGERY! Imagine this is the back of a milk carton and and were looking for MISSING POETS. No pictures but, the list of Lost Lyricists in no particular order are: David Abbott and his buddy Scottsdale Eric, Miss Kathryn Fortenberry, Miss Dorian, Lady Squirrel, Mike Ferry, Miss Brandon Hebert, Miss Bunny (the tiger truck lady), Miss Sharla and the rest of Brandon's gang. Donnie Brassco and Knowledge (hey I know where ya'll are, you just been dissin us!). Miss RAGE, Ward Bond, Miss Sherry (the little red haired girl), P. J., Miss Sandra Allgood and Aaron (that long haired white boy). Miss Sara Mudcakes (I love her non de plume!), Miss Shannon McGuire, Miss Sharon Andrews and Jamaal. If you know the whereabouts of these Bemused Bards or their current juxtaposition to poetry, please let us know. We miss all of you! If anyone can think of others I've not alluded to in this message (there are plenty and I can't remember em all), please add their names to the list. I guess the next step is to send out a search party! WOOF!!!!!!!!
Junk Bard Dog
Central Lockup, Animal Control - Monday, January 21, 2002 at 17:45:29 (EST)
Hey yall. I will be in the Grand Slam Wednesday looking for all of our loyal slam supporters. Hmmm, where were they last week? Anyway I know yall will come out to Richeoux's and partake of all the great poetry! Peace! P.S. Hey Mike, tell everybody up there that Baton Rouge will kick ass and take names at Nationals this year. They may want to stay home. We miss you man. Take care.
XERO <bootstrang@aol>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Saturday, January 19, 2002 at 19:01:42 (EST)
That's Feb. 26,27,28
The Squirrel Lady <SquirrelLady319@aol.com>
Port allen, LA USA - Thursday, January 17, 2002 at 14:53:02 (EST)
I leave, you move...hmmm, should a take a hint :). anyway, hope the slam was fire last night, like I know it was hope to see ya'll soon. BTW. Southern University will be presenting a "Steal Away" a play of all women! (WOOO HOOO!) the dates are tenativly sceduled for the 27, 28, 29. Please come out and support...if you can claim to be a student it's only a dollar. Everybody else I think it's like three. Peace the squirrel lady Melody cool
The squirrel Lady <SquirrelLady319@aol.com>
Port allen, LA USA - Thursday, January 17, 2002 at 14:51:02 (EST)
Hi, Guys! We miss you already, too! Thanks for the kind words on the home page... we've got references to the move all over, too. Don't forget to drop by before or after the slams, since they're still in the neighborhood! And you can call us for a pizza and we will deliver it to Richoux's for you! Wishing you the best... hope to make it Sunday to Ms. Larkin's reading at the B.R. Gallery, and plan to come read at a slam soon! Thanks again for all the good times! LOVE & KISSES! M
M <missmellow43@hotmail.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Wednesday, January 16, 2002 at 19:58:56 (EST)
"ARF"! No Toto, I don't think a post pardom depression defense would work in this particular case!
"ARF"
The Subliminal City, The Land of Ahzone - Monday, January 14, 2002 at 17:48:59 (EST)
Hey, Ray, I joined the mailing list. Happy now? ;) The Slam at Richoux's went pretty well, I thought (even though I miss M's already *Sniffle*). Let's hope there's even more participation next time (hint hint, you people)! If my sister goads me enough, I might even get up and read something. =P
Ru <Griffin903@aol.com>
USA - Thursday, January 10, 2002 at 11:49:56 (EST)
Hello Zero, Liberty, Donnie, and the rest of the Baton Rouge poets! Thought I would take a peek at your current happenings. Wish that I could make it to your slam, but duty calls!! To all, enjoy yourselves, good luck, and be BLESSED!!
Kharamel <kharamel_one@yahoo.com>
Shreveport, LA USA - Wednesday, January 09, 2002 at 01:03:38 (EST)
Looking forward to a new Chapter in the on going saga of the "Red Stick Poetry Slam" at the new Richoux's venue. Hope to see everone there. Oh yeah Mike, I thought the Naked Poet was into sheep? Then again, he may like both, who knows? Hope your settling in well. WOOF!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Junk Bard Dog
USA - Tuesday, January 08, 2002 at 16:22:32 (EST)
Greetings and salutations from the land of tornados and tumbleweeds. I am missing my weekly dose of great poetry already, not to mention all of you good people. Cindy and I are going to try and get to one of the area slams within the next week or so - there's supposed to be one in Tulsa on Monday and one in Oklahoma City on Tuesday, but I'm sure neither will be as good as Baton Rouge with it's plethora of performance poetry. Y'all email me - melancon@moonlark.org - or even come visit if you want. I've got a place for you. Ray, there's a horse-shoeing school down the road a piece if you want a career change. RC, the Mercruiser plant is less than 3 miles from my house. Naked Poet, there's more goats per capita in Oklahoma than anywhere else in the world, except maybe for Sweden. Bye for now, and y'all slam a poem (and a Guiness) for me.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Saturday, January 05, 2002 at 18:31:58 (EST)
hey there everybody!!! please be sure to come out to m's this wednesday for the slam...and stick around afterward, b/c seattle poet buddy wakefield will be reading his mad chris-farley-in-poetry stylings!!! you can't get more spastic than buddy...unless, of course, you get me on a lot of ginseng and caffiene and love...but that's another story.
shelley <pincushion@antisocial.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Tuesday, January 01, 2002 at 00:17:31 (EST)
Who were the winners Wend. night? Merry Christmas to all and a Happy New Year!
WOOF!
USA - Friday, December 21, 2001 at 11:51:12 (EST)
Hey Trell, We got a new play going. Rehearsals are Thurs. and Friday night 6-9. If you're interested, we got a part for you.
Ray
Ethel, USA - Thursday, December 20, 2001 at 22:22:04 (EST)
HEY WHATS UP I HAVENT SEEN YOU GUYS IN A WHILE! WELL, I HAVE NOT FORGOTTEN THE THINGS YOU'VE SHOWED ME SO THAT I MAY BE COME A BETTER ACTOR. AS OF KNOW WELL, LAST YEAR I PLAYED THE BEAST IN BEAUTY AND THE BEAST AND KNOW I AM KING TITON IN THE LITTLE MERMAID THANKS ALOT TRELL GOOD LUCK WITH THE SCHOOL MAYBE I'LL BE SEEING YOU SOON I THINK I HAVE GROWN UP AND I'M VERY MUCH WISER TO APPRECIATE THE ACTING FIELD. YOURS TRULY, DARRAIN (TRELL) MATTHEWS
DARRAIN (TRELL) MATTHEWS <LILC7182>
ZACHARY, LA USA - Tuesday, December 18, 2001 at 21:12:00 (EST)
HEY WHATS UP I HAVENT SEEN YOU GUYS IN A WHILE! WELL, I HAVE NOT FORGOTTEN THE THINGS YOU'VE SHOWED ME SO THAT I MAY BE COME A BETTER ACTOR. AS OF KNOW WELL, LAST YEAR I PLAYED THE BEAST IN BEAUTY AND THE BEAST AND KNOW I AM KING TITON IN THE LITTLE MERMAID THANKS ALOT TRELL GOOD LUCK WITH THE SCHOOL MAYBE I'LL BE SEEING YOU SOON I THINK I HAVE GROWN UP AND I'M VERY MUCH ABLE TO APPRECIATE THE ACTING FIELD. YOURS TRULY, DARRAIN (TRELL) MATTHEWS
DARRAIN (TRELL) MATTHEWS <LILC7182>
ZACHARY, LA USA - Tuesday, December 18, 2001 at 21:09:54 (EST)
hey....i've got a guy coming in the week of christmas to read @ poets anonymous...his name is buddy wakefield, and from what i hear, he ROCKS! soooo, since mr wakefield will be joining us @ the moon on the 27th, and will have nowhere to go for the next week or so after that, i was wondering if maybe he could come entertain us @ m's the following wednesday... let me know if we've got a band after our slam or if the space is available for him... thanx!!!!!
shelley <pincushion@antisocial.com>
baton rouge , la USA - Monday, December 17, 2001 at 13:16:20 (EST)
Thanks, R.C. I understand that you also will celebrate a birthday this month. You know, all the cool people are born in December.
Cindy <rcelind@okstate.edu>
Stillwater, OK USA - Sunday, December 16, 2001 at 22:07:21 (EST)
Well, it's a day late and a gift short but, "HAPPY BIRTHDAY" to Miss Cindy out in Tornado Alley. I hope it was a nice one!
R. C.
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Thursday, December 13, 2001 at 14:41:29 (EST)
As I was standing there, strangling a hooker down on third street. It occurred to me that it was poetry night just up the road and my successor "Dumbya", will be addressing the audience. Think I'll amble on down there as soon as I blow my wad and watch him stumble through his speech. Hope to see you there.
Slick Willie Clinton
Harlem, NY USA - Wednesday, December 12, 2001 at 11:45:04 (EST)
Hey Jeff,just put your poems in the guestbook. Put a forward slash (/) at the end of the lines.
Ray
Ethel, USA - Saturday, December 08, 2001 at 19:30:50 (EST)
hey i want to put some of my poems on the web site, how do i do that? please e mail me and tell me how. i would like to submit some of my stuff so you all can read it and tell me what you think, before i go on stage. write back please.
Jeff Gentry <djjazzy42@hotmail.com>
St. Francisville, La USA - Thursday, December 06, 2001 at 12:58:03 (EST)
with eight of Bunkie's finest sheep pulling his sleigh...
The Naked Poet
Bunkie, LA USA - Wednesday, December 05, 2001 at 02:03:42 (EST)
Is Santa Claus really the naked poet?
Inquiring Mind
Satsuma, USA - Monday, December 03, 2001 at 22:05:21 (EST)
Is Santa Claus really the naked poet?
Inquiring Mind
Satsuma, USA - Monday, December 03, 2001 at 22:04:41 (EST)
ONE MO' TIME. THIS SATURDAY FOX AND HOUND, POETRY ALLIANCE/POZAZZ 8-12 GREEN ROOM OF FOX AND HOUND. DEC. 1, 2001. MISS IT.... I DARE YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
DONNEY BRASCO
BATON ROUGE, LA USA - Thursday, November 29, 2001 at 10:31:36 (EST)
ONE MO' TIME. THIS SATURDAY FOX AND HOUND, POETRY ALLIANCE/POZAZZ 8-12 GREEN ROOM OF FOX AND HOUND. DEC. 1, 2001. MISS IT.... I DARE YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
DONNEY BRASCO
BATON ROUGE, LA USA - Thursday, November 29, 2001 at 10:31:33 (EST)
What's the deal people? Well, this Saturday it's bout to go down. Fox and Hound, 5246 Corporate Blvd. (same site as one of the Benefit Slams) the Poetry Alliance proudly presents... "Tales From The Bayou", an open mic verbal gumbo that will feature New Orleans' own "PoZazz" poets. Reading will start at 8pm and will last til midnight. THAT'S THIS SATURDAY, DEC.1, 2001 IN THE GREEN ROOM OF THE FOX AND HOUND. ONE NIGHT ONLY, IT WILL BE ONE OF THE BEST READINGS OF 2001, SO DON'T DARE SLEEP ON THIS ONE!!!!!!!!! I'm out, Donney Brasco
Donney "Brasco" Rose <dbrasco_gwt@hotmail.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Monday, November 26, 2001 at 16:41:40 (EST)
Check out my poetry archive at http://www.themarionette.com/marchtenth. They're organized by composition notebooks - the kind you use in school. Peace
Mario Rossetti <info@themarionette.com>
Phoenix, AZ USA - Monday, November 26, 2001 at 09:06:23 (EST)
Where'd the Saturday afternoon R.A.P. Poetry showcase go to? I watched the first week, but have been unable to find it since??????????
Junk Bard Dog
USA - Saturday, November 24, 2001 at 15:02:02 (EST)
Two e's? Wouldn't that make your name "Sheely"? ;)
mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
USA - Wednesday, November 21, 2001 at 16:24:02 (EST)
so...just to let whoever is putting up the scores know.... my name...has 2 e's....damn you. ;} see you ppls tonight!
shelley <pincushion@antisocial.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Wednesday, November 21, 2001 at 11:49:47 (EST)
Operator's Lament ---- 3am, and the machines hum, and I hum with them / the distinction in intelligence between 'artificial' and 'organic' is blurred and inconsequential / right now, these machines are more real than I ... and happier, too.
gnarlySKANKLOVINgoodfernuthin
USA - Monday, November 19, 2001 at 04:15:36 (EST)
you did a great job on the changes congrats.to donnie brasco for winning slam extream and peace to the poetry alliance!
liberty <libertysmooth@hotmail.com>
USA - Wednesday, November 14, 2001 at 16:40:52 (EST)
Hey, the website is sporting a new look! I like the changes. It looks great.
nymphea scooterpie
USA - Monday, November 12, 2001 at 21:12:12 (EST)
The Baton Rouge Symphony Chorus, in conjunction with LSU Symphony, is presenting a ONE TIME ONLY performance of Verdi's Manzoni Requiem, November 19th, 8 PM at the Riverside Centroplex Theatre. Ticket prices range from $10 - $20. Call 389-4940 for box office info. If you enjoyed the Halloween poetry slam, you'll love this bone-chilling, dramatic Latin mass honoring the dead. I guarantee this performance is going to kick operatic ass!! Thanks.
Sharla <sbordel@lsu.edu>
USA - Monday, November 05, 2001 at 11:28:57 (EST)
The winners were, Roger Kees, Miss Claire Sibley, "Xero" Skidmore and the Junk Bard Dog. Hey, I love to see my name in print! (except of course on subpoenas, restraining orders and wanted posters at the animal control office!) WOOF!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Junk Bard Dog
USA - Monday, November 05, 2001 at 10:11:57 (EST)
in my previous message, I meant "hit some of these poetry events Donnie is pushing", not "hit some of these poetry events Donnie is pusing" - Donnie would never pus a poetry event, nor would anyone else I know.
Mike the Mispeller
USA - Monday, November 05, 2001 at 01:41:14 (EST)
Donnie - thanks for all of that info. We've got more poetry in this city than you can swing a dead cat at! (if you were so inclined) Liberty - I forgot to update the web site with the Halloween winners before I left town Thursday. And, I'm embarrased to admit, I don't remember who won! I know, without question, that it was not me. ;) If anyone knows the winners, please post here and I'll put it on the website. Otherwise, I'll talk to Ray or Clara tomorrow and get the winners. Everybody have a great week and hit some of these poetry events Donnie is pusing. Peace, love, and eat more fiber - Mike
Mike the Dilatory <melancon@moonlark.org>
USA - Monday, November 05, 2001 at 01:36:41 (EST)
what's up everyone? hope you all are well and in good spirits. I was wanting to bascically inform everyone about a few upcoming poetry events in the month of November. 1. Poetry Slam @ LSU's African American Cultural Center, Friday, Nov. 2, 2001@ 7:00pm 2. Slam Xtreme @ Backstage, Monday, Nov. 5th @ 9:00pm. 1st place winner takes $100, no second place prizes. Backstage 10450 Florida Blvd. 3. Wed. Nov. 7th Delta Jones: poetry reading sponsored by Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. featuring The Poetry Alliance. @ Amy's Cafe, downtown on Third St. directly across from Richoux's. Starts at 7:00pm, the building will be at the ground level of a law building (McGlynn & somebody else...I don't remember) 4. Sat. Nov. 17th Poetry Alliance collaborative reading with PoZazz (poetry group from New Orleans) time and place TBA. That's all, hope to see everyone at at least one of these exciting poetic events. peace, Donney Brasco
Donney "Brasco" Rose <dbrasco_gwt@hotmail.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Thursday, November 01, 2001 at 14:43:13 (EST)
who won the holloween benefit slam last night i want to know
liberty <libertysmooth@hotmail.com>
USA - Thursday, November 01, 2001 at 09:53:14 (EST)