Future
. . .has the power to turn a few simple words into a life-defining statement. As an accomplished spoken word artist, he is most noted for his unparalleled depth, adeptness, and agility in imparting knowledge, commentary, and humor. He captures audiences with his unique delivery, vocal projection, and prolific writing skills while exhibiting social consciousness. Speaking with the conviction of a general, the intensity of a middle linebacker, and the wisdom of a sage, this Flint, Michigan native is amassing an impressive collection of accolades, awards, and championships all over our nation.
Born Edwin Wilson Jr., Future was an industrious student and gifted athlete, most notably in football, throughout his time at Flint Public Schools. After graduating from Northern High School, Future attended the University of Michigan–Flint where he received his bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications Media Studies. Although he was always very creative with words, he never focused on those skills due to athletic aspirations.
Three years into college, Future finally picked up a pen and began his quest to what would soon become his new future. Two weeks after writing his first poem he entered his very first Slam competition. He placed second and missed a tie for first by a mere half point. The response and respect had an immediate effect on him, and a new home was discovered on the stage. It did not take long for him to put his NFL aspirations behind him and accept that writing is his calling.
The day after graduation, Future began his first tour with no plans of giving up. After only a few years of writing he became the champion of the Detroit Region Redemption Poetry Slam, a nationwide poetry slam contest sponsored by FX Movies. He has also been a showcased artist in the BET Pantene “Total You Tour” in Detroit and Washington D.C. He has shared the stage with the talents of poet Nikki Giovanni, hip-hop pioneer MC Lyte, BET anchor Jacque Reid, Grammy-winning gospel artist Yolanda Adams, Silk, Case, Chico DeBarge, Rome, Mighty Sparrow, Lady Calypso, Jenise “Ccep” Dew, Jessica Care Moore, Sonia Sanchez, Omar Tyree, and comedienne Myra J. Shortly after, he was opening for artists Common, Dwele, and Slum Village and recorded with Abiodune of the legendary Last Poets!
Today, after recording four albums and a live record, Future is laying his own path. He has moved on from Slam Competitions to travel all over the country to be featured at numerous venues. So, not only is Future artistically and aesthetically pushing the boundaries of his craft to continuously develop his art form, he is also pushing the boundaries of the our cities and states, becoming one of the most anticipated and well traveled artists in the country. With a fan outreach from one border to the other, Future is striving to remain active in his hometown. He devotes his time, energy, and talent as a member of Iota Phi Theta, Inc. and has also gone on to birth the largest showcase in the Midwest. Founded in 2006 and formerly known as “Flint Unplugged,” Future changed the name to “Future’s Lyricist Lounge” and hosts the showcase every two to three months.
Without doubt Future has become one of the most powerful forces in the Spoken Word movement. Soon, he plans to expand his career outlook by incorporating acting and modeling.
Check Out Future
Mirror Mirror:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?
Dance Poem:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?
Dance Poem:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?
Purchase his albums on line:
"The Darker Side of black" at: http://cdbaby.com/cd/
"Spit Personality" at: http://cdbaby.com/cd/
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