User:IDthePoet/Id the poet

"iD the Poet" is an American Hip Hop artist and poet. iD the Poet was raised in LA and now lives in San Diego. He's rocked shows with Guru (Jazzmatazz), Myka Nyne, Little Dragon, Crown City Rockers, 2Mex, and Awol One to name a few. Since 2005, he's released two LPs, four EPs, and a single 45' on vinyl. His 2007 album "Sleep Now" was nominated for Best Hip Hop Album by San Diego Music Awards, and his 6 piece hip hop band Genius of Soul was nominated as the Best Hip Hop Group by Lifeswork Entertainment in 2009. He has just released his first full-length album titled 'Raincheck', and of his band, Genius of Soul's first full length album, 'A Project For The New American Century'. iD's music has been featured on KPBS 89.5 fm, FM 94.9, and Pandora.com.

2005-2007 In 2005, iD released his first album; "inkpots...”, a concept album exploring capitalism and self destruction. It featured production from Timeless, Kendall Carter, and DJ Norm Rocwell.

2007-2009 iD then released two records with a 6-piece band under the name 'Genius of Soul’, earning the nomination for best Hip Hop album in 2007 [SDMA], and Best Rap Group in 2009 [Life's Work Entertainment].

During that time, iD joined in collaboration with LEIF(kolt) and Dusty Nix to form Tidepool. After releasing a mix CD of their collaborations, they briefly toured California. The trio continue to collaborate regularly. www.TidepoolMusic.com

2010-PRESENT iD's first full-length solo album "Raincheck" was released April 8, 2010. www.iDthePoet.com

Genius of Soul released their first full-length album "A Project for a New American Century" Oct.31, 2010. www.GeniusofSoul.com

iD and Dusty Nix are currently working on a new album together titled "BULLY FREE". Find out more at www.BullyFreeHipHop.com