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BIOGRAPHY -FOCUS is a Spoken Word Artist currently involved in the movement that’s making its way back to the forefront of creative expression. Focus is originally from Flint, MI and has been a resident of Atlanta, GA, since 1986. He has performed poetry throughout the Metro Atlanta area and abroad since 1997. His love for music and intriguing lyrics has become a lifestyle for giving back to communities all over the world.Focus began to explore his creative writing skills during his senior year of High School. As he grew older, his writings became a journal leading to self-discovery. Years of expression took on a purpose for helping others understand the benefits of knowing themselves. His poetry is known for delivering a dynamic mix of metaphors, improvisation, and musicianship.Focus has dedicated himself to creative writing and public speaking to help spread his vision. He understands how self-expression has helped to shape the lives of others as well as his own. He believes that writing and sharing knowledge can help resolve the issues that face society today. Therefore he plans on traveling the world to experience life and promote trends of self-discovery while upholding artistic and spiritual values. Focus invites individuals to challenge themselves and establish a new foundation for the generations to come...........Show Locations -- Fox Theater, Atlanta Civic Center, Earthlink Live, Churchill Grounds, Atlanta Jazz Festival, Montreaux Jazz Festival, Sweet Auburn Festival, National Black Arts Festival, Underground Atlanta, Legendary Ying Yang Café, Apache Café, Café 290, The Jazz Loft, Ketch-A-Vibe, Taping for HBO’s Def Poetry Jam, Taping for Bet Lyric Café, Poetic Episodes (Host ‘99-‘00).........Radio/Television--- WVEE 103.3, WCLK 91.9, WRFG 89.3, Good Morning Birmingham, Various Internet Radio Stations..........Educational Programs/Seminars--- Morehouse College, Spelman College, Clark Atlanta University, Clayton State College, Georgia State University, Auburn University, New York University, Metro Atlanta Youth Detention Ctr., United Way Youth Center, Various Metro Atlanta Schools.........Performances Abroad--- New York, New Orleans, Memphis, Miami, Jacksonville, Washington, Detroit, Flint, Cincinnati, Charlotte, Birmingham, Orlando, Freeport, Bahamas, Las Vegas, Oklahoma City, Little Rock, Nashville, Chattanooga, Columbia, Savannah............Support Independent Artists and Conscious/Soul Music!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Member Since: 9/8/2005
Influences: Rakim, Meshell Ndegeocello, Black Thought, Stevie Wonder, Mos Def, Talib Kweli, Common, 2Pac, Dr. Dre, Nas, Jay-Z, Prince, Marvin Gaye, Erykah Badu, The Chronicle(Atl), Ying Yang Cafe, Apache Cafe, Live Poets Society, Disturbed Chemistry Foundation, Scarface, Ice Cube, Public Enemy, Danny Harper, John Coltrane, Miles Davis, Thelonius Monk, Julie Dexter, My Moma, Flint Michigan, Cookhood, Cola Rum, Aqiyl Thomas, Spinxx, Abyss, Pharoe Monch, Pete Rock, Madlib, Timberland, Teddy Riley, Jill Scott and so many more!!
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