George Mpanga, popularly referred to as George the Poet, is the pioneer of a really unique branch of poetry. As a lyric artist, his work presents rampant issues in society in a creative way whilst incorporating poetry smartly. He is also available to speak at events on topics that he covers in his work – topics that may be considered controversial in nature or difficult to talk about openly.
George’s podcast ‘Have You Heard George’s Podcast?’ is an amalgamation of anecdotes from his life, music and pristine storytelling covering topics of huge social significance. Since its inception in 2018, the podcast has won several accolades including the 2020 Podcast of the Year Award by Broadcasting Press Guild. Another amazing feat this podcast achieved was receiving the Podcast Award by Peabody Awards in 2020, making it the only non-American podcast to win this award. A wordsmith like no other, George’s craft benefits from his education in politics, psychology and sociology from the University of Cambridge.
Considered an iconic artist of his time, several entities like the BBC are interested in what George has to say. He was therefore given the opportunity to cover the Hackney Weekend and to write a commissioned piece for Sky Sports F1. His talent was even considered befitting to be chosen to be a part of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s wedding in 2018. George has rightly earned his membership in the National Council of Arts Council of England as well.
In a world full of creative people, George has been able to form a niche for himself and receive well-deserved recognition from people all over the world. His one-of-a-kind style of talking about issues that deserve due recognition in a way that makes people want to hear about them, is truly phenomenal. Now available to speak on pertinent issues our world is faced with, George the Poet is most definitely an artist you should consider hiring for your next event. Enquire now!
