Tongues and Grooves' unique blend of poetical voices and musical talent never disappoints. Sunday's line up more than lived up to my expectation with a buzz and atmosphere that I couldn't quite place my finger on.
Three headlining poets, Anna Robinson, Andrew Bailey and John Haynes read from the new edition of 'The Long Poem Magazine'. Anna Robinson began with a challenging poem on the lives of the five victims of Jack the Ripper, included in her new collection, 'The Finders of London'. Up and coming poet, Andrew Bailey, impressed the audience with his playful reading. Finally, local Costa Poetry Award Winner, John Haynes read from his new collection, 'You', an epic love poem for his Nigerian wife.
The music was headlined by local singer/songwriter, Krystyna Jankowska supported on guitar by Chris Collier. Krystyna's voice captured the audience's imagination and hearts in both Polish and English. Natural Voice Practitioner, Janet Ayers encouraged audience participation with a rendition of a May Song. Sue Apicella lowered the tone wonderfully with her version of 'The Kitchen Man'.
The open mic was excellent and included local poet, Denise Bennett reading her prize winning poem, 'Anniversary'. Poetry duo, Pretty Vacant, had the audience laughing with their bawdy poem written in rhyming couplets. The next Tongues and Grooves on Sunday 27 June will be an open mic evening for local poets and musicians. Anna Robinson said afterwards,‘Tongues&Grooves has got to be the best poetry club in the world.’
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