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Bob McNeilBob McNeil creates artistic stun guns and language Tasers, weapons for the downtrodden in their battle against tyranny. His art wants to stand like a citadel against reactionary politics. Moreover, his work is dedicated to one cause—freedom. A known UB collaborator, you can find Bob at any of the happening Literary or Artistic festivals in New York City. A host of the Harlem Book Fair's stage of excellence, his voice carries the words of hope to the entire borough of Manhattan. Bob McNeil has illustrated The Kitchen Poet's Cookbook Volume 2: White Fangs & Hunger Pangs available at the New York City Poetry Festival w/ Underground Books.
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NOW AVAILABLE BOB McNEIL'S NEW POETRY COLLECTION
VERSES OF REALNESS
Blurbs about Bob McNeil
“Bob’s use of personification and metaphor muckrake the status quo into a defensive posture; his words of agitation set the right tone for other things to come.”– Bruce George, Co-Founder of Def Poetry Jam
“Bob McNeil is relentless in so many ways. His poetry takes unexpected turns, connecting this moment with that idea in a manner that is both engagingly fresh and enlightening. And he does not let go until he has connected every turn of an idea, and then, he'll offer another perspective. Thoughtful, relevant, and intelligent, McNeil's work is always a worthy read.” –Max Rodriguez, QBR/The Black Book Review
"Bob McNeil bares his heart and soul into his poetry. His style is unrestrained and unforgettable. Bob McNeil would make James Baldwin holla, ‘Hallelujah.’” –Cheryl Wills, Television Personality/Author
“The message is clear, the music is solid and the presentation is strong. The consciousness in Bob’s poetry is so very much needed today.” –Abiodun Oyewole of the Last Poets
“Bob McNeil is a genuine American poet with a feel and the heart to carry the word.” –Danny Simmons, artist/poet
“Your poetry is beautiful. It has the spirit of revolution and renaissance carried in the world. It is an unforgiving stand to understand what is around us and to speak it. I was also very touched on how much you talked about the power of a woman. I loved it. Thank you for sharing your work with me.” – Ramya Ramana, Youth Poet Laureate
“Wow, Bob, you are a true poet. Thank you for sharing. Powerful.” – Ingrid Chavez, poet/singer-songwriter
“It is very common knowledge brilliant writers say one thing while meaning something totally different. In that regards, the three pieces I read fit this criteria. Your use of language was far more interesting than most spoken word artists I've encountered over the last five years. It's inspiring to find someone who obviously studies the art form, which means you must read other Black poets.” –Reg E Gaines, spoken word artist/poet
“Very nice work with a good vision.”--Gary Johnston, Literary Editor Blind Beggar Press
“A fantastic trip through the mind of a poet who doesn't flinch at the truth.” -- Hal Sirowitz, Queens Poet Laureate
“Bob McNeil is the most prolific magician of the urban conscience in the country today as he weaves words into powerful statements, questions, and exclamations that reflect the African-American experience in America. His is the vital, eloquent voice of the ever-strong African-American male.” -- H Victoria Hargro Atkerson, Author
“Bob’s use of personification and metaphor muckrake the status quo into a defensive posture; his words of agitation set the right tone for other things to come.”– Bruce George, Co-Founder of Def Poetry Jam
“Bob McNeil is relentless in so many ways. His poetry takes unexpected turns, connecting this moment with that idea in a manner that is both engagingly fresh and enlightening. And he does not let go until he has connected every turn of an idea, and then, he'll offer another perspective. Thoughtful, relevant, and intelligent, McNeil's work is always a worthy read.” –Max Rodriguez, QBR/The Black Book Review
"Bob McNeil bares his heart and soul into his poetry. His style is unrestrained and unforgettable. Bob McNeil would make James Baldwin holla, ‘Hallelujah.’” –Cheryl Wills, Television Personality/Author
“The message is clear, the music is solid and the presentation is strong. The consciousness in Bob’s poetry is so very much needed today.” –Abiodun Oyewole of the Last Poets
“Bob McNeil is a genuine American poet with a feel and the heart to carry the word.” –Danny Simmons, artist/poet
“Your poetry is beautiful. It has the spirit of revolution and renaissance carried in the world. It is an unforgiving stand to understand what is around us and to speak it. I was also very touched on how much you talked about the power of a woman. I loved it. Thank you for sharing your work with me.” – Ramya Ramana, Youth Poet Laureate
“Wow, Bob, you are a true poet. Thank you for sharing. Powerful.” – Ingrid Chavez, poet/singer-songwriter
“It is very common knowledge brilliant writers say one thing while meaning something totally different. In that regards, the three pieces I read fit this criteria. Your use of language was far more interesting than most spoken word artists I've encountered over the last five years. It's inspiring to find someone who obviously studies the art form, which means you must read other Black poets.” –Reg E Gaines, spoken word artist/poet
“Very nice work with a good vision.”--Gary Johnston, Literary Editor Blind Beggar Press
“A fantastic trip through the mind of a poet who doesn't flinch at the truth.” -- Hal Sirowitz, Queens Poet Laureate
“Bob McNeil is the most prolific magician of the urban conscience in the country today as he weaves words into powerful statements, questions, and exclamations that reflect the African-American experience in America. His is the vital, eloquent voice of the ever-strong African-American male.” -- H Victoria Hargro Atkerson, Author
CHECK OUT THE KITCHEN POET'S COOKBOOK VOLUME 2: WHITE FANGS & HUNGER PANGS ILLUSTRATED BY BOB MCNEIL AVAILABLE AT THE NEW YORK CITY POETRY FESTIVAL JULY 30, 31st!
POEMS BY BOB McNEIL
VIDEO OF BOB McNEIL
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