Ryan James Summers, aka ‘Some-Sum’, is an Indigenous songwriter/storyteller, spoken word poet, freestyle performance artist & emcee from Amiskwaciwâskahikan (Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.). 

‘Sum’ started writing at the age of 16 & began to freestyle whilst living on the streets of Edmonton at age 17. His submersion into hip-hop culture built the foundation of his ability to cypher; write poetry & experiment with lyricism. This enthusiastic devotion for ‘word smithing’ as an art form, has cultivated an adept ability to express with purpose, passion & power for intentional, conscious, culturally informed performances. His work covers anti-colonialism, Indigenous spirituality, the relationship between self & the world around us. Whilst making sure he doesn’t take himself too seriously.

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