A poetry tour de force, Bill Campana has done what few poets could ever dream of in writing sharp, entertaining poetry that doesn't cater to anyone but is enjoyed by all. A veteran of the 1990's poetry slam movement, Said Beauty to the Blues proves Bill is a writer of many styles and ideas. In his live performances, he comes at you like a machine gun of short, powerful linguistic observations. Having this book gives you the opportunity to give each piece it's due. Bill's live performances are the thing of legend, if you get to see him, you might get lucky enough to hear one of these.