In this episode we talk with Mason Parker about an artist's grind(2:40), how artist can level up their craft (5:05) and what the grind is worth (10:42). We talk a little snitch culture (13:00) use metaphors (15:25) and talk about how Dare Devil influenced Mason to keep grinding (35:20). And as always, we freestyle (68:00)

Mason Parker Info:

Mason Parker is a modern day renaissance man. The poster child for versatility, Mason is a lyrical genius, displaying his creative prowess as a lyricist, spoken word artist and writer. While his start is deeply rooted in southern hip hop, his buzz around the country continues to grow. Every lyric, every word, every ebb and flow of his unique delivery is soulfully honest, rich with pain, victory, self-realization and truth. 

Stream his latest album Quantum Leap available on all streaming platforms and his website.

Website: www.iammasonparker.com

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6qIfI5slOofyWz8U7TAPLG

Freestyle Beat: "Fly Girls" Used with permission by Steven Carter Follow him on Twitter and IG @scarterway

PoetUp Crew:

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Today we talk about how the pandemic and resulting quarantine is affecting artists and how artists are in return providing virtual content and what future monetization of virtual content may look. Also, Jamaal gets chocolate wasted. 

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In this episode we speak with Terry Creech founder of Slam Charlotte and Executive Director of Breathe Ink Youth Poetry. We talk about what drew him to start slam in Charlotte, what led him to working with teenagers and how his drive is reflected in his weight loss journey. We find out how Terry got on Def Poetry (HBO) Terry and Bluz reminisce about Miami, Terry gets Mall Chi super motivated and Jay Ward has a few moving stories to share and we get into wrestling.

Terry Creech Info:

Facebook: @Terry Creech @Breathe Ink Charlotte

IG: @terrycreech95

Website: www.charlottepoetryslamleague.com

Terry Creech Lost Birds Def Poetry Video: https://youtu.be/6wm-U21Mgsg

Freestyle Beat: Used with permission by 24K and Mall Chi "Whatever It Is"

PoetUp Crew:

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This week we talk with Shane Manier about the obligation of a poet and how that intersects with activism. We discuss poetic license in telling stories that may not be their own. We decide that we're an environmentally aware podcast. We debate where and how cats get money for milk. Shane explains experimenting and the shadow self. And as always, we freestyle.

Shane Manier contact info:

IG: @shanemanier

FB: @ Shane Manier Creative Coach and @Guerilla Poets

website: www.shanemanier.com

Playing For Others: https://playingforothers.org

Freestyle Beat: Used with permission by Lofi Brown "From The Soul"

IG: @mpt1210 Twitter: @Lofi_Brown

PoetUp Crew:

Twitter: @PoetUpPodcast @mallchi @MrBluz @jayward2030

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In this episode, we discuss how artists can create their own lane through non - traditional methods and ideas. We talk about Bluz and his start in spoken word. We discuss the poet of the decade and somehow end up making fun of Trick Daddy's mugshot. Come laugh with us 

Freestyle Beat: Used with permission by Lofi Brown "De La Skeleton" 

Twitter: @Lofi_Brown IG: @mpt1210

PoetUp Crew:

Twitter: @PoetUpPodcast @mallchi @MrBluz @jayward2030

IG: @PoetUpPodcast @mallchi @bluzbluzbluz @jward2030

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Welcome to the Poet Up Podcast. Here's a short introductory trailer to let you know what you're getting from us. Please enjoy.

Underlying Track: Thankful by Mall Chi

PoetUp Crew:

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