Gil Scott Herron: The Man, The Poet, The Legacy

Join RSP this evening as we reflect on the life and times of Gil Scott Herron (1949-2011).  Call in and help us celebrate Herron’s contributions to eternal struggle for human rights and dignity in a dehumanized world.  Gil Scott Herron is the last of a dying breed among African-Americans, meaning artists who use their craft to confront racism, imperialism and oppression.   In addition to assessing the impact of “protest art” upon our political landscape, Herron’s legacy provides an excellent point of entry to examine the state of contemporary Hip-Hop.

Guest:  Yung 1

Harlan Reece – Host/Producer

Asani Charles – Co-Host/Co-Producer