Russell Simmons Def Poetry Jam — artist
Russell Simmons Def Poetry Jam has 1 upcoming show, next at New Jersey Performing Arts Center on Sat, Oct 17. Dates, venues and tickets on Ckord.
Russell Simmons Def Poetry Jam is a performance series that blends spoken word poetry with elements of hip-hop, jazz, and soul. Emerging in the early 2000s, it provided a platform for poets and performers to address social, political, and personal themes. Influenced by the rich traditions of African American oral storytelling and the rhythm of hip-hop, its sound is characterized by dynamic verbal expression and rhythmic delivery. The series is notable for its diverse range of voices and its role in popularizing spoken word poetry in mainstream culture.
Russell Simmons Def Poetry Jam upcoming shows
- Def Poetry Reunion — New Jersey Performing Arts Center — Oct 17, 2026