The Dope Poet Society | |
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Origin | Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
Genres | Hip hop |
Years active | 1995 | –present
Labels | Justus League Records |
Members | Professor D aka ProfessorD.us, DJ Spinister, Ghost MC, DJ Kevindicator |
The Dope Poet Society is a hip hop group from Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Their music is characterized by clever and sometimes controversial lyrics.[1] ProfessorD.us (formerly Professor D) is the lead vocalist of the group. The group has been active since 1995 and has toured around the world.[2] They have also performed and collaborated with artists including Public Enemy,[3] Dead Prez, Jeru the Damaja, and Boot Camp Click.[citation needed]
Professor D changed his name to ProfessorD.us with the release of his 2008 album, Third World Warriors Vol.1, which lists the artist as "ProfessorD.us - The Dope Poet Society".