Live from the Afrikan Resistance! is the first collection of
spoken word poetry by Halifax's fifth Poet Laureate, El Jones. These
poems speak of community and struggle. They are grounded in the
political culture of African Nova Scotia and inherit the styles and
substances of hip- hop, dub and calypso's political commentary. They
engage historical themes and figures and analyze contemporary issues
-- racism, environmental racism, poverty and, violence -- as well as
confront the realities of life as a Black woman. The voice is urgent,
uncompromising and passionate in its advocacy and demands. One of
Canada's most controversial spoken word artists, El Jones writes to
educate, to move communities to action and to demonstrate the
possibilities of resistance and empowerment. Gathered from seven
years of performances, these poems represent the tradition of the
prophetic voice in Black Nova Scotia.