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Adisa

Adisa, also known as Adisa Andwele or AJA, is a pioneering performance poet and cultural figure from Barbados. 

About Adisa Andwele

Key points about Adisa (aka AJA) include:

  1. He is considered one of the pioneers of performance poetry in Barbados and a leading exponent of the art form in the Caribbean.
  2. Adisa began his artistic career as a musician (trombonist) before focusing on poetry in the late 1970s.
  3. He started experimenting with performance poetry in 1982, initially incorporating percussion instruments into his performances.
  4. In 1990, he took performance poetry in Barbados to a new level by incorporating full musical accompaniment in his presentations.
  5. Adisa has released several albums combining poetry and music, including “Mike Richards & The Re-Emergence Band Live” and “Conscious” (1993).
  6. He has collaborated with renowned musicians like Eddy Grant and has performed at international festivals and venues.
  7. Adisa has published poetry collections, including “Antiquity” (2002).
  8. Beyond his artistic work, Adisa has been involved in social and humanitarian causes, serving as the Eastern Caribbean’s UN Spokesperson for Poverty & Peace.
  9. He uses his poetry and photography to raise awareness about social and economic issues in developing areas of Africa, South America, and the Middle East.

Adisa’s work blends Caribbean rhythms with poetry, addressing themes of social justice and cultural identity. His contributions to performance poetry and cultural activism make him a significant figure in Caribbean arts and literature.

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