Open Mic, Featured Poet and the Slam:Email info@seattlepoetryslam.org for more infoKlute, The: A rare breed of Southern Arizona slam poet, originally raised in Southern Florida (however, he’s not a native Floridian - rumors trace his origin back to Illinois). Abhors use of rhyme schemes in poetry, writes almost exclusively in free verse. Frequent targets: the goth subculture, neoconservatism (especially Dick Cheney), and crass-commericalism. Member of the 2002, 2003, 2005, and 2006 Mesa National Slam teams (Mesa’s 2005 slam champion). Former slammaster of the Mesa Poetry Slam. Has released two chapbooks of his work: 2002’s “Escape Velocity” and 2005’s “Look at What America Has Done to Me”. Ask him nicely and he might send you a copy (”Look at What America Has Done to Me” is much, much better than “Escape Velocity”). Primary habitat considered to be raves (especially desert parties), goth clubs, and dimly lit dive bars. Prefers vodka, rum, and absinthe when drinking. Is considered friendly, but when cornered, lashes out with a fury not seen since last Thursday. He’s totally smitten with his girlfriend, Teresa - so don’t ask him to dance. Feel free to buy him a drink, but remember, he’s not putting out. No matter how much you beg.