Spearhead
Michael Franti released only one album as half of the Disposable Heroes of Hiphoprisy, but it was praised for his insightful raps and Public Enemy-influenced beats. After disappearing for two years, Franti resurfaced in 1994 with Spearhead, a band more rooted in '70s funk; their debut Home was followed in 1997 by Chocolate Supa Highway. ~ John Bush, All Music Guide
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In a rap world set predominately on a limited range of topics to cover, politically and socially charged hip-hop is a breath of pure, fresh air. For the past decade, Spearhead and Michael Franti...
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| recent albums | date | score | reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chocolate Supa Highway | 1997 | 8.00 | 0 |
| Home | 1994 | 9.00 | 0 |
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