aja monet - the color of rain [CD]

Experience the sophomore studio album from Surrealist Blues Poet, recording artist, and bandleader aja monet. the color of rain showcases her fluid movement between poetry, music, and political expression, rooted in jazz, blues, and experimental sound.

Artist Background

Emerging from New York City’s Lower East Side spoken word scene, aja monet became the youngest recipient of the Nuyorican Grand Slam Poetry title. Her debut poetry album, when the poems do what they do, earned a Grammy Award nomination for Best Spoken Word Poetry Album in 2024. Her work explores themes of resistance, love, and joy through a collaborative, ensemble-driven approach blending poetry with live instrumentation and improvisation.

• Sophomore studio album from acclaimed artist aja monet.
• Genre-defying musical performance rooted in jazz, blues, and experimental sound.
• Features the artistic expression of a Grammy-nominated poet and musician.
• Language: English.

• Artist: aja monet
• Album Title: the color of rain
• Binding: audioCD
• Release Date: 2026-05-22
• Manufacturer/Label: drink sum wtr
• Number of Discs: 1
• Weight: 109g
• Best Sellers Rank: #459 in Rock (CDs & Vinyl)

This CD release of the color of rain is an essential addition for fans of contemporary Black music and performance art.