In this new generation of performance artist, songwriters and activists,
Sharrif Simmons is a poet among poets. His writing career has spanned more
then a decade, beginning in the early 90’s, his prophetic poetry has become
incredibly relevant to today. Few poets possess the incredible life
experience, political insight and musical ability found in his work. His
education as a writer began at U.C.L.A. also known as (University on he
Corner of Lenox Avenue), at the famed Liberation Bookstore on 131st St. &
Lenox Avenue. Founded by his Great Aunt, Una Mulzac, the bookstore has
served the Harlem community for over 35 years, 5 of which found Sharrif
spending his days there as a book salesman. That experience made him into the writer he is today.
Sharrif’s accomplishments are astounding. He became a phenomenon earlyin
his career, astonishing audiences with his political humor and musical
performances. His reputation as a performer quickly gained him
comparison to
legends like Gil Scott Herron and Amiri Baraka, both of whom he would
eventually share the stage with.

“Sharrif Simmons is one of the most profound young poets writing and
performing today”

Abioudun Oyewole
of The Last Poets

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