Abiodun Oyewole

Abiodun Oyewole is a founding member of the pioneering spoken word group, The Last Poets, which emerged in the late 1960s in Harlem. His work blends powerful poetry with socio-political commentary, addressing issues such as race, identity, and activism. Oyewole has voiced concerns regarding the appropriation of their sound in hip-hop, asserting that their essence is rooted in poetry rather than rap. He remains an influential figure in the arts, advocating for the recognition of spoken word as a distinct and vital art form.