The world of music and poetry has lost another brilliant artist. Gil Scott-Heron passed away yesterday, May 27th, at St. Luke’s Hospital in New York City. A major poetic force, known for his political and radical writings, especially his legendary spoken word piece ‘The Revolution Will Not be Televised’. Heron was also a musician, thought of as the staple of funk and soul music through the 70s, and his work would become one of the major influences in the creation of the rap genre. Always controversial and out spoken, he was a man truly committed to his beliefs and the idea of standing up for what you believe in. His latest album, I’m New Here, showed that his musical prowess was incredible and constantly changing with the times. He will be truly missed and has inspired and influence not only myself but countless others.
– Adam Murray
