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David Romero
Spoken Word Artist and Poet
David A. Romero is a Mexican-American spoken word artist, poet, and activist from Diamond Bar, California.12 Born on November 20, 1984, he is a graduate of the University of Southern California with a double major in Cinema-Television and Philosophy.2
Career Highlights
Romero has established himself as a prominent figure in the spoken word and poetry scene:
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Published Works: He is the author of several books, including "My Name Is Romero" (FlowerSong Press, 2020), "Diamond Bars 2" (Moon Tide Press, 2024), and "Diamond Bars: The Street Version" (Dimlights Publishing, 2010).12
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Performances: Romero has received honorariums from nearly 100 colleges and universities across 34 states in the USA.1 He has also performed internationally in Mexico, Italy, and France.2
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Collaborations: He has opened for Latin Grammy-winning bands like Ozomatli and La Santa Cecilia.1
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Achievements: Romero won the Uptown Slam at the historic Green Mill in Chicago, known as the birthplace of slam poetry.1
Themes and Impact
Romero's poetry primarily focuses on:
- Family
- Identity
- Social justice issues
- Latinx culture1
His work has been published in various literary magazines across the United States, Mexico, England, Scotland, Canada, and Hungary.1 Romero has also been featured in anthologies alongside renowned poets laureate such as Joy Harjo, Lawrence Ferlinghetti, and Luis J. Rodriguez.1
Additional Roles
- Co-founder and editor-in-chief of El Martillo Press1
- Former host of the Between the Bars Open Mic in Pomona, CA2
- Offers the "Romero Scholarship for Excellence in Spoken Word" for high school seniors interested in spoken word and social justice1
David A. Romero continues to work as a self-employed spoken word artist, performing and teaching at various venues including colleges, universities, youth detention centers, libraries, high schools, and private events.3
