I am a Spoken Word Artist, event host. I've been performing for over 20 years. I have an array of poetry from Inspirational for Churches to Erotic poetry for the club. I've performed at comedy shows and opened and hosted over 38 concerts. I have poetry for any event. I write custom poems for events as well.
4 reviews
Gio S.
February 23, 2026JC was great to work with, flexible and well spoken. Will definitely consider booking him again for a event like that.
Hired as: Spoken Word Artist
Karen L.
November 17, 2025JC is absolutely incredible to work with! He knows how to move a crowd and create an unforgettable atmosphere. He is not only one of the best spoken word artists, but also one of the greatest emcees you can hire.
Hired as: Spoken Word Artist
Kristi W.
December 1, 2022JC the Poet is nothing short of amazing! I am the Chief Creative Officer and Director of Entertainment for Vegan Vibe Music Series and we have had JC as our event host for our 7 week Summer Series for the past 4 years. He is amazing with time management and our patrons LOVE him. Super professional! We will never do an event without him!
Hired as: Spoken Word Artist
JC the Poet
Thank.you so much. I enjoy working with other professionals that take the entertainment industry seriously and look forward to hosting Vegan Vibes Music Series every year.
Shawn B.
November 20, 2022JC has been the face of the Charlotte spoken-word community for the past 20+ years and a familiar face as the host of some of Charlotte’s largest social events. His company Touch One Productions has put on amazing events throughout the city for years, many of which I’ve been blessed to attend or even partake in. If you need a versatile, entertaining poet or an amazing host for your event, book JC today!!
Hired as: Spoken Word Artist
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Jaycee Cowan aka The Godfather of Poetry is a Gulf War Veteran. He moved to Charlotte NC after an honorable discharge from the US Army. His vision was to go to Barber School and start a Poetry movement in the Charlotte. Originally from Fayetteville NC he wanted to stay grounded on the Mason Dixon Line of the South. For over 25 years he's been a barber, Spoken Word Artist, event promoter and host. Hosting over 45 Concerts and traveling with Grammy Award winning artist Anthony Hamilton as an opening act and host. He began a spoken word event in NODA at Wine Up in 2004 on Tuesday and Thursday nights bringing Poets from all over the U.S.A. to feature. The events ran for 13 years until Wine Up closed in 2017. Jaycee is a pioneer of Spoken Word to the city of Charlotte and he continues to curate events. He has spoke at churches, schools, colleges, Organization Fundraisers and clubs. His latest project is first artist on Black Charlotte The Album streaming on all platforms.
Sunday
Worship Service
7:30am - 11:30am
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Charlotte, NC
Wednesday
Worship Service
10:30am - 12:30pm
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Charlotte, NC
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Fundraiser
7:00pm - 10:00pm
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Charlotte, NC
Spoken Word Artist
