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66 Spoken Word Artists serving Melrose Park, IL

BluPoetry

5.0 (2)
New member

  • Chicago, IL
  • Spoken Word Artist
  • 12 miles from Melrose Park
  • $50-$500

Asha N. said “Ramica Babers is a powerful and captivating poet whose words are rooted in honesty, resilience, and connection. She speaks passionately about both past and present experiences in a way that is... ”

  • Chicago, IL
  • Spoken Word Artist
  • 12 miles from Melrose Park
  • Contact for rates

Vitalizing Wordsmith with aspiring substance to impact any audience, Christian-based, Mild Content (not suitable for small children) Seasoned Spoken Word...

Kai Love

4.76 (9)
11 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Spoken Word Artist
  • 12 miles from Melrose Park
  • Contact for rates

Vladimir D. said “Kai and the team did an excellent job at our event! They were engaging, energetic, fun and sounded great! Super talented musicians accompanied by a super talented frontwoman. Thank you Kai for... ”

Royal Rkitec

5.0 (1)
4 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Spoken Word Artist
  • 12 miles from Melrose Park
  • Contact for rates

Donna M. said “This poet didn't let us down he hosted a party and uplifted our spirits ”

Amber Whitted

5.0 (3)
3 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Spoken Word Artist
  • 12 miles from Melrose Park
  • Contact for rates

Latavia G. said “I know this review is long overdue but it wouldn't be right if I didn't commend this amazing artist. Ms. Amber Whitted was the spoken word artist at my Juneteenth Event and from the first few... ”

NappyRoots

5.0 (1)
2 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Spoken Word Artist
  • 12 miles from Melrose Park
  • Contact for rates

Rachael C. said “This was our first attempt at putting together a spoken word event and we LOVED every second! We were uplifted, moved, and our spirits refreshed! I will be booking again! ”

The Jasmine Sims

1 Verified booking

  • Chicago, IL
  • Spoken Word Artist
  • 12 miles from Melrose Park
  • Contact for rates

I am a versatile spoken word artist. I perform at a wide range of events from concerts, to weddings with custom poems or pieces to fit you desired theme. I...

Jeronimo Speaks

5.0 (31)
6 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Spoken Word Artist
  • 12 miles from Melrose Park
  • $100-$2500

Celeitra H. said “Jeronimo did spoken word for my Mothers 60th birthday party. His content was really good and everyone enjoyed his words. I would recommend Jeronimo for any event. ”

Ben Ammi

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • Chicago, IL
  • Spoken Word Artist
  • 12 miles from Melrose Park
  • Contact for rates

Kim B. said “Ben did a fabulous job supporting our 2nd shift Black History Month event. Our staff was moved by his poetry, which made the event so much more powerful and inspiring! ”

Vai Shakoor

5.0 (2)
2 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Spoken Word Artist
  • 12 miles from Melrose Park
  • $250 and up

Darnetta A. said “Excellent performance... Prompt and Professional. Will definitely recommend and book again. ”

Wisdom Speaks

5.0 (15)
7 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Spoken Word Artist
  • 12 miles from Melrose Park
  • Contact for rates

Nori J. said “Wisdom delivered with expertise and excellence! She arrived punctual and was creative with ideas for my suprise party hosting . Thank you !!!! ”

Prolific

5.0 (2)
3 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Spoken Word Artist
  • 12 miles from Melrose Park
  • $100 and up

Kim B. said “Prolific did amazing providing spoken word poetry to our staff for our company's Black History Month's event "Black Love." Her passion and love for her work was felt by everyone in the room and I... ”

SoulfulAmbitions

5.0 (4)
1 Verified booking

  • Wheeling, IL
  • Spoken Word Artist
  • 17 miles from Melrose Park
  • $200 and up

Stacie M. said “I was very fortunate to hear one of Ms. Armour's poems live and I truly felt every word deep in my soul! Her voice is very powerful and moving! I hope to hear more of her poetry, one day, soon. She is... ”

Spoken Word Artist - Kevin

1 Verified booking

  • Calumet City, IL
  • Spoken Word Artist
  • 26 miles from Melrose Park
  • Contact for rates

Chicago native Kevin Perry is a Spoken Word Artist, Public Speaker, and Teacher who has impacted countless lives. A two time P4CM veteran known for “Fee fi of...

EQ- Spoken Word Artist

1 Verified booking

  • Chicago Heights, IL
  • Spoken Word Artist
  • 30 miles from Melrose Park
  • $100 and up

I'm a passionate spoken word artist who likes to use testimonial lyrics to engage the crowd in emotion and intellect

  • Chicago, IL
  • Spoken Word Artist
  • 12 miles from Melrose Park
  • $70

Spoken Word Poet Performer and Speaker available for special occasions, events, openings & etc. Contact for booking purposes only.

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Quick facts for Spoken Word Artists in Melrose Park, IL

804 quotes sent

In the past year, Spoken Word Artists have sent 804 quotes to event planners.

161st most popular

Spoken Word Artists rank #161 in popularity out of 539 categories on GigSalad.

4.9 out of 5 stars

There are 1,032 Spoken Word Artist reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 4.9 stars.

1 days on average to book

From request to booking, it takes 1 days (on average) to hire a Spoken Word Artist.

Illinois ranks #6

Illinois is the 6th most popular state for Spoken Word Artists requests in the United States.

About booking Spoken Word Artists in Melrose Park, IL

Add some depth and emotion to your next event by hiring a spoken word artist. A spoken word artist can entertain the audience or relay a message about an important issue at your next corporate event, school assembly, festival, or wedding. Set your event apart by hiring this distinctive form of entertainment.

The cost of hiring a professional spoken word artist in Melrose Park, Illinois will vary depending on the performance length, their skill level, and if you have any requests. The artist may charge more if they have to prepare a custom piece rather than work from their existing repertoire. Contact the local performers above to get a quote customized for your event.

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Spoken Word Artists serving the Melrose Park, IL area

These Spoken Word Artists serve the wider Melrose Park and Cook county area and travel to Stone Park, Maywood, Bellwood, River Forest, River Grove, Northlake, Berkeley, Broadview, Franklin Park, Forest Park, Elmwood Park, Hillside, Hines, Westchester, Oak Park, Schiller Park, Elmhurst, North Riverside, La Grange Park, Norridge, Berwyn, Riverside, Harwood Heights, Brookfield, Bensenville, Rosemont, Lyons, Cicero, Oak Brook, and Oakbrook Terrace.