Our Story
The Poetic RNB DJ Battle Series was created to bring the art of DJing back to the forefront — not just as background music, but as a performance, a skill, and a true experience.
What started as a vision to create more intentional music spaces in Winston-Salem has grown into a platform where DJs are challenged to go beyond playlists and truly move a crowd. Every battle is built on energy, creativity, and connection — where the audience isn’t just watching, they’re part of the outcome.
This isn’t about who can press play.
This is about who can control the room.
With each round, each transition, and each moment, DJs are tested in real time — and the crowd decides who earns the crown.
Poetic RNB is building more than events.
We’re building a culture where music, storytelling, and community meet — and where every experience feels alive.
Meet the curator
Poeticlee is more than a host — he is the visionary behind Poetic RNB and the driving force behind creating elevated music experiences in Winston-Salem.
His journey in music began early, learning the art of DJing under the guidance of his father. That foundation gave him a deep understanding of how music moves a room — not just through sound, but through timing, energy, and intention.
Today, as a music producer, national touring spoken word artist, and curator, Poeticlee blends music, poetry, and storytelling into experiences that resonate far beyond the stage. His work is rooted in creating spaces where artists can express themselves fully and audiences can feel something real.
Through Poetic RNB, he has curated some of the city’s most talked-about live music experiences, bringing together talent, community, and culture in a way that feels both authentic and unforgettable.
The R&B DJ Battle Series is an extension of that vision — a platform that brings DJing back to the forefront, challenging artists to truly control the room while giving the audience a voice in the outcome.
For Poeticlee, it’s never just about the music.
It’s about the feeling you leave with.