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Spoken-Word Pioneer Lamar "Black Ice" Manson Dies at 54
Episode 2630
Published 2 weeks, 6 days ago
Description
Lamar "Black Ice" Manson helped bring spoken-word poetry into the mainstream as the first poet signed to Def Jam Records and a standout performer on HBO's "Def Poetry Jam." The Philadelphia native died at 54, leaving an enduring impact on poetry, hip-hop and generations of artists he inspired.
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