Artists often find joy in showcasing their creative talents and sharing their passion with others. In an effort to help such artists at UCR find an audience of their own, Angelena Aguilera a.k.a. PoeticMoment started The Underground, a venue supported by African Student Programs and ASPB. She believes this showcase will fill a void on campus that has been caused by unheard artists who yearn for a stage. The Barn served as that stage as poets, rappers and musicians delighted the audience with their clever verses, humor and emotional delivery.

Event organizer Angelena "PoeticMoment" Aguilera shares an emotionally charged poem about stereotypes of black men and women. Courtesy of Wesley Ng
Event organizer Angelena “PoeticMoment” Aguilera shares an emotionally charged poem about stereotypes of black men and women.
Photo by Wesley Ng
Parris Finnie plays the ukelele while singing a Spanish song. he affectionately named his ukelele "Symphony." Courtesy of Wesley Ng
Parris Finnie plays the ukelele while singing a Spanish song. he affectionately named his ukelele “Symphony.”
Photo by Wesley Ng
The band Ultrasound plays their instrumental rendition of "September" by Earth, Wind and Fire. They were the opening performer for the event and played soulful grooves that kept the audience wanting more. Courtesy of Wesley Ng
The band Ultrasound plays their instrumental rendition of “September” by Earth, Wind and Fire. They were the opening performer for the event and played soulful grooves that kept the audience wanting more.
Photo by Wesley Ng

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