kimba
@shampooyourpoetry
ABOUT
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Kimba has visited more than 150 schools, delivering a fresh and inspiring approach to creative writing and literature to over 70,000 children aged 4–16.
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If life is a battlefield, art is Kimba’s weapon of choice. Since 1999, he has used words to paint pictures that capture hope, framing life as a journey rich with opportunities to learn and discover greatness.
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His versatility has provided a platform to perform for politicians, corporate executives, and festival audiences, as well as to lead programmes for community groups, churches, universities, and schools. He has written for Sony Viacom, CBS, and West One Music Group, with his music featured in film and on television.
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Kimba has also been privileged to serve as a visiting artist at the Victoria and Albert Museum, Tate Modern, and the Houses of Parliament. He is an Oracy Development Artist for the renowned Polka Children's Theatre, London Slambassador for Authors Abroad, and spearheads Creative Writing workshops in schools around the world.
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Kimba has received support from leading figures in hip hop and the music industry, including Chuck D (Public Enemy), DJ Premier (Gang Starr), Lauren Laverne (BBC Radio 6 Music), DJ Jazzy Jeff, and Posdnuos (De La Soul), among others.
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A former All-American football player, Kimba ranked in the top 15 nationally during his collegiate career and went on to play semi-professionally before relocating to the UK in 2006 with his British wife.
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He now lives in London, where he is a devoted husband and father to his young family. When he isn't writing, he enjoys watching his two children pursue their own passions — his daughter is currently performing in the West End, while his son plays football at a London academy. Their experiences have strengthened his passion for encouraging young people to be curious, creative and confident in pursuing the things they love.
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His latest book, Shades of Black, and his is debut book, Write the Wrongs, are available to buy on Amazon.
Class Crown, is available now to stream on Apple Music, Spotify, and YouTube.
REVIEWS
​"Kimba was fantastic to see in action. He was inspirational and empowering. I can not thank him enough for drawing out of our children the confidence and comfort from which to perform their own pieces of work too."
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Eastbrook School
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“Our Year 7 students were captivated by a visit from acclaimed poet and spoken word artist Kimba. From hearing Kimba’s powerful performances to crafting their own imaginative verses, students thoroughly embraced his energising and creative workshops.“
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St Benedicts School
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“Kimba was brilliant! The students can't stop talking about his visit. One pupil has performed his rap 10 times and was still rapping on the way home!"
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Nunthorpe Academy
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“We were delighted to welcome Kimba, an inspiring poet, author and rapper, to our school for a truly memorable visit that left pupils buzzing with creativity and excitement.”
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Littlegarth School
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Thank you for an excellent assembly with our Sixth Form students this morning for National Poetry Day. Our Lower First and First Form students are already looking forward to their assembly this afternoon!
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STAY IN ToUCH
Kimba would love to have your support on his brand new social media channels, and for you to join him on an amazing journey as he seeks to inspire young people to Shampoo their poetry!
contact
For all press enquiries and bookings, please fill in the form below, or email contact@shampooyourpoetry.com and Kimba will respond within 1–2 working days.