Bradley Taylor

Bradley Taylor stands out in the UK’s vibrant literary landscape as an award-winning poet from Birmingham. Garnering widespread attention after triumphing at the 2024 Roundhouse Poetry Slam—an event notable for being the largest poetry slam in history—Taylor has established himself as a compelling voice in contemporary performance poetry. His debut collection, ‘You Missed The Best Part’, arrived in 2025, prompting a nationwide tour and further solidifying his reputation for evocative live performances.

Deeply rooted in Birmingham’s creative scene, Bradley Taylor curates and hosts Piece of Work, the city’s leading poetry night at the Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery. His dynamic poetry has taken him to renowned stages such as Hay Festival, Cheltenham Literature Festival, and The Inspirational Youth Awards, and he has been featured on BBC News and BBC Radio 6 Music, where Craig Charles praised him as “a brand new voice and a fresh perspective on the art of poetry and performance.” Taylor’s words have appeared in respected publications like Gutter Magazine, Shooter, and Strix, and his creative commissions include a poem for Steven Knight, creator of the Peaky Blinders. Notably, his 2025 Roundhouse performance earned a Sky Arts award nomination for poetry.

For those keen to experience Bradley Taylor’s distinctive poetic artistry live, he is billed as a support act for BIG SPECIAL at THE CRAUFURD ARMS in Milton Keynes in December 2026. Follow Bradley Taylor for more news and discover his latest gigs and live poetry events.