THE ARTS S N A P S H O T S O F E X E T E R ’ S C U LT U R A L L I F E
IN OTHER WORDS Poet, rock star, comedian and all-round cool dude, John Cooper Clarke has been observing the world around him since the 1970s, in his unique, rapid-fire delivery. His poetry collection 10 Years in An Open Necked Shirt, released in the 1980s, is one of the biggest selling poetry books in the UK. Today, JCC is as relevant and vibrant as ever and his influence just as visible on today’s pop culture. Aside from his trademark ‘look’ continuing to resonate with fashionistas young and old, and his poetry being included on the national curriculum syllabus, his effect on modern 20 I EXETER LIVING I www.mediaclash.co.uk
music is huge, most notably with his collaborations with the Arctic Monkeys. The career of the ‘people’s poet’ has been diverse career to say the least. His latest live show is a mix of classic verse, extraordinary new material, ponderings on modern life, good honest gags, riffs and chat – a chance to witness a living legend at the top of his game. Dr John Cooper Clarke will be performing at Exeter Corn Exchange on 29 March; 8pm start (doors open 7.15pm); Exeter Corn Exchange, Market Street, Exeter; www.exetercornexchange.co.uk
