Michael Franti

Michael Franti
Franti in 2011
Background information
Born	(1966-04-21) April 21, 1966 (age 58) Oakland, California, U.S.
Origin	San Francisco, California, U.S.
Genres	Hip hop funk reggae jazz reggae fusion folk jam band dancehall ska punk rock pop industrial avant-garde
Occupations	Composer musician entertainer poet rapper
Instruments	Vocals guitar
Years active	1986–present
Labels	Alternative Tentacles Island Capitol Boo Boo Wax Six Degrees ANTI-
Member of	Michael Franti and Spearhead
Formerly of	The Beatnigs The Disposable Heroes of Hiphoprisy
Website	michaelfranti.com

Michael Franti (born April 21, 1966) is an American singer, songwriter, musician, poet, activist, documentarian, and rapper. Known for his participation in many musical projects, most with a political and social emphasis, including the Beatnigs and the Disposable Heroes of Hiphoprisy. He is the creator and lead vocalist of Michael Franti & Spearhead, a band which blends hip hop with a variety of other styles including funk, reggae, jazz, folk, and rock. He is also an outspoken supporter for a wide spectrum of peace and social justice issues; he is especially an advocate for peace in the Middle East.^[1]