In “Spoken Word: A Cultural History,” Joshua Bennett traces the roots, rise and influence of a movement that continues to reverberate. By Tas Tobey When you purchase an independently reviewed book ...

We may receive an affiliate commission from anything you buy from this article. In "Spoken Word: A Cultural History" (Knopf), Joshua Bennett looks back on the development of this vibrant form of ...

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New year, new Lana Del Rey. The singer-songwriter announced Thursday night that she’ll release a spoken-word album next month for “around $1,” and half of the profits will be donated to Native ...