Dasan Ahanu is one of the main reasons Southern Fried 2009 came to Durham this year and a young legend on the Southeastern poetry scene.
Congratulations to Slam Team Charlotte who took it all this year (in addition to Moon Pies and RC Cola).
When Dasan stopped by the studio we talked about the 17th Annual Southern Fried 2009 Poetry Slam, his current and future projects, and why it’s so important to nuture the youth and their creative offerings. Be sure to check out Dasan’s ‘Top 5 For Southern Fried’ poem; straight freestyle off the top of the dome. Dope!
Thanks to Dasan and the whole Southern Fried family for their hospitality. It was my first slam competition and boy let me tell you, the experience was like none other!
Pictures from the event can be viewed here.