Poetry

Corrina Kehkét is a writer, poet, composer, and spoken music performer. Corrina was the winner of last year’s slam poetry contest (put on by WCIA). She has various poems and spoken pieces published by Dark Poet’s Club. She was also shortlisted for the Dark Poet’s Prize (edition IV) and a finalist (top 3) for the Dark Poet’s Prize (edition II). Her artistic works explore the nature of intense emotions and take inspiration from her mental health journey. Corrina is passionate about exploring, honing, and sharing her unique genre of artistic expression: Spoken Music. Spoken music is a fusion of spoken word, drama/theater, and traditional poetry. It heavily emphasizes sound and rhythm to reveal the music hidden in everyday language, which makes way for a bold performance style and a visceral emotional experience for each audience member.

SoL, aka Mista STAYonLIT, is a Writer, Artist, Vocalist, Performer & Musician from Cincinnati, Ohio in the Arts of Hip-Hop/Rap Music & Spoken Word Poetry. As his name implies, SoL is a light in the arts scene both on stage and off. Providing impassioned and engaging performances rap, song, poetry, and speech that express stories of adversity, triumph, and the roads in between with palpable authenticity. Fueled by years of consistent practice, his stage presence is both energizing and calm, inspired by his appreciation for theater and the live aspect of creativity. With rich baritone vocals that flow as a wind instrument, his lyricism immerses you in a clever texture of confessionals that are inspiring and entertaining.

Joi is a proud Wyoming grad who has been writing poetry since she was seven. As she wrote across her life in a variety of ways, the love for spoken word and written poetry grew. She has had pieces displayed and read during Juneteenth, school programs, in jazz bars, and at poetry events around the city. A graduate of UC, she is the mom of a fantastic six year old and an active community member. We are grateful for her leadership this year!