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BilaalDaArtist
Overview
Bilaal Muhammad is an award-winning poet, writer, and spoken word artist who now lives in Savannah, Georgia after more than a decade in southeast Georgia. His has read his work in major US cities, several high school, and colleges. His poetry has been recognized by the International Library of Poetry, he received the Editor’s Choice award in 2003, for his poetic artistry. He is a writing Fellow for Deep Center, mentoring young writers, poets, and authors. While perfecting is craft, he has worked as a Police Officer for twenty-two years which makes Bilaal an interesting artist. He shares his perspective as officer in his work.
Reviews
2 reviews
Candice N.
May 1, 2022Inspiring Poet!
Bilaal was a professional, kind, and passionate artist. He opened our family gathering with his big voice and heart. Everyone loved him. Highly recommend!
Hired as: Spoken Word Artist
David B.
November 17, 2019Awesome Artist
Bilal did a great job at my wife’s 50th birthday party. Everyone enjoyed his art. I highly recommend him.
Hired as: Spoken Word Artist
BilaalDaArtist
David, It was my honor to bless your wife and the guest for her 50th Birthday. I had a great time. I appreciate the opportunity. November 16, 2019, will be a night I will remember.
Thank you,
Bro. Bilaal
Booking information
Price range: $300-2000
Languages: Arabic
Gig length: 10 - 30 minutes
What to expect
My audience should expect a professional, intimate, energetic, and insightful performance.
About
Bilaal Muhammad is an award-winning poet, writer, and spoken word artist who now lives in Savannah, Georgia after more than a decade in southeast Georgia. His has read his work in major US cities, several high school, and colleges. His poetry has been recognized by the International Library of Poetry, he received the Editor’s Choice award in 2003, for his poetic artistry. He is a writing Fellow for Deep Center, mentoring young writers, poets, and authors. While perfecting is craft, he has worked as a Police Officer for twenty-two years which makes Bilaal an interesting artist. He shares his perspective as officer in his work.
Bilaal is a staunch advocate against injustice and his mission is to utilize his words to activate the masses to make change. Bilaal believes that spoken word poetry is the epitome of the performance arts. Bilaal has performed at various venues throughout Georgia, Florida and several venues in Philadelphia.
Bilaal is the author of three books of poems, The Humble Poet, his first publication and He Wore Long Sleeves, and Love Have No Boundaries.
Additional booking notes
All I need is a venue full of expectant eyes and ears, and I will give them a performance to remember.
Services offered
Past booked events
April 2022
30
Saturday
House Party
7:30pm - 8:30pm
•
Savannah, GA
January 2022
02
Sunday
Corporate Event
7:30pm - 8:00pm
•
Savannah, GA
November 2019
16
Saturday
Birthday Party
9:00pm - 9:15pm
•
Fleming Island, FL
Influences and inspiration
I have been influence by quite of few artists, I believe I carry a little of them with me when I sit down to write.
Gwendolyn Brooke's, Langston Hughes, The Last Poets, Gil-Scott Heron, Marvin Gaye, Taalam Acey, Bob Marley, Emily Dickinson, Paul Dunbar Roberson, just to name a few
Setup requirements
Sound system, microphone and stand
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