Leftist Lounge presents a stellar lineup of artists from Coast to Coast, representing culture through spoken word, MC’ing, theatre and dance!

Invincible

It is truly rare to find an artist like Invincible, with spitfire wordplay, respect from Hip Hop fans across the globe, and active involvement in progressive social change in Detroit and worldwide. Her renouned work with Waajeed and the Platinum Pied Pipers, Finale, the all-female ANOMOLIES crew, Black Star, and many others culminated with the release of her long-awaited album, ShapeShifters. "One of the most talented emcees I've ever heard black or white, male or female..." -Talib Kweli www.emergencemedia.org

Climbing PoeTree

Climbing PoeTree is the combined force of two boundary-breaking soul-sisters who have sharpened their art as a tool for popular education, community organizing, and personal transformation. With roots in Haiti and Colombia, Alixa and Naima reside in Brooklyn between touring their newest work, Hurricane Season, exploring healing from state and personal violence, environmental justice, civil rights, spirituality, global politics, and woman's empowerment. www.climbingpoetree.com

Rebel Diaz

Fronted by Afro-Boricua MC/songstress Lah Tere, and Chilean brothers Rodstarz and G1, Rebel Diaz shows us the true global power of Hip Hop. With roots in Chicago and based in the South Bronx, NY, the bilingual trio has taken the international community by storm with their explosive live shows. The group will be releasing their debut full length LP in the Summer of 2010. rebeldiaz.mvmt.com

ReadNex

Hailing from New York, the ReadNex Poetry Squad performs nationally and internationally uplifting urban communities with their universal message and sound – influenced by Hip-Hop, Soul, Latin and Caribbean music. Comprised of spoken word poets/emcees Decora, FreeFlowin, Jarabe Del Sol, Latin Translator and DJ H20, ReadNex is set to release their newest album, “ Day Before Sound,” in 2010. www.debeforerecords.com

One Be Lo

One Be Lo w/ Double Lo 7 Band – Growing up in Pontiac, Michigan, witnessing the shutdown of General Motors Corporation that left thousands jobless and the city wounded, and living in a home where Motown reigned supreme, would unknowingly plant the seeds of dissent and future artistry. Representing Detroit Michigan, the mastery of One Be Lo’s wordplay, metaphors, story telling skills, and socially conscious lyrics place him in a league above the rest.

Olmeca

Olmeca is the real thing- hailing from LA, he’s ranked as one of the most talented bilingual MC’s that transcends demographics. Loaded with lyrics that teach our children and community about “who we are”, Olmeca is using his skills to teach and uplift humanity just as the ancient poets and shaman did in the past.

Majesty

Representing NYC Majesty stands as a reminder to us that hip hop is far from dead. Using his personal life experiences and raw lyricism, Majesty’s truth is reflected in his music and his leadership within progressive organizations such as the Grassroots Artist MovEment (G.A.ME), taking his disillusionment with the system and turned it into fuel for his activist spirit.

Aidge

Hailing from LA, Aidge of the Aesthetics Crew brings you hip hop you remember loving. Keep your eyes peeled for the Aesthetics Crew, you never know when they’ll be rocking a show in your city… www.AestheticsCrew.com

AshEL Eldridge aka Seasunz

AshEL Eldridge aka Seasunz, originally from Chicago, is an educator with the Alliance for Climate Education in Oakland, CA. He is a co-founder of Oakland's Green Youth Arts and Media Center and teaches music and meditation with Art in Action. His second CD release, Earth Amplified, out this summer, is a fierce tribute to the earth and peoples' struggles for justice. Download it @ seasunz-and-jbless.bandcamp.com

Reyes

Reyes has been performing nationally and internationally for more then 12 years. He is a Chicano /Mexicano poet, emcee, actor, playwright, artist and youth organizer. He combines hip-hop, poetry and the spoken word to create a unique blend of narratives, rhymes, and songs.