The Ocean City Arts Center proudly presents ‘Words’ Worth’ 2023, featuring the duo of Kuf Knotz and Christine Elise, along with a few special surprise guests. It is an evening of poetry and music. The free public event will take place on Friday, April 21st at 7pm in the Chris Maloney Lecture Hall within the Ocean City Library.
Kuf Knotz’s sound has been described as spiritual lo-fi with a mix of 90s R&B. He was recently named 2022 Rapper of the Year by Philadelphia Magazine, and is known for his blend of soulful hip-hop and poetry. In 2008, Kuf gained recognition when he performed as the opening act for Bruce Springsteen and was featured on the track “Unstoppable,” written for the World Series win by Philadelphia Phillies. He expresses his creativity through acting (earning on-screen credits for ‘It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia’ and multiple commercials), publishing albums, and opening for artists such as Lauryn Hill, The Roots, and Common.
Christine Gallagher, known by her stage name Christine Elise, has toured across North America as a classically-trained harpist for the past four years. Having earned a master’s degree in music therapy, Christine leads group sessions throughout the United States, Peru, Jamaica and South Africa. Christine has been commissioned to compose for various organizations and causes, including the Pennsylvania Humanities Council, Autism Across the Globe, and St. Mary’s College of Maryland.
In 2018, Christine and Kuf founded ‘Higher Ground Music,’ a community music therapy outreach initiative to foster personal growth, increase motivation and support self-care. The pair host music workshops from Alaska to South America. Started in late March, Christine and Kuf visited multiple cities on their Wax Tailor International Tour to promote their 2023 album, ‘Hypnagogia.’
Ocean City Art Center’s ‘Words’ Worth’ series celebrates the power and beauty of words, particularly through the medium of poetry. Executive Director Chase Jackson invites the South Jersey community to come out and take part in this free event.
For further information, please call Lynn Sullivan or Sarah Fertsch at (609) 399-7628. The Arts Center is located at 1735 Simpson Avenue, Ocean City, NJ. Hours of operation are 9am to 9pm, Monday through Friday, 9am to 3pm on Saturday and closed Sunday.
This program is made possible in part by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts.
