Spit Somethin  

Edwin Wilson a.k.a Future
. . . . . is a powerful force in the Spoken Word movement.
An accomplished spoken word artist, song writer and actor… Future has the
power to turn a few simple words into a life-defining statement. Noted for his
unparalleled depth, adeptness and agility in imparting knowledge, commentary
and humor, Future moves and inspires audiences with his unique delivery, vocal
projection, prolific writing skills and social consciousness, all while speaking with
the conviction of a general, the intensity of a middle linebacker and the wisdom
of a sage.
A Flint Michigan native, 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 where he received his bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications
Media. Although he was always very creative with words, he never focused on those skills due to athletic aspirations. Years later,
with dreams of the NFL behind him, he finally picked up a pen and began a new future.
In his very first Slam competition, Future 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.
Future is amassing an impressive collection of accolades, awards and championships
including winning the Erotic Poetry Slam at The University of Michigan and being a
member of two teams that won the Michigan Intrastate College Team Slam
competition, and placing 9th overall in the Independent World Poetry Slam. Future has
become one of the most sought-after spoken word artists in the country.
After only a few years writing and performing, Future became the Redemption Poetry
Slam Champion - Detroit Region, a nationwide poetry slam contest sponsored by FX
Movies. He also was a showcased artist for the BET Pantene Total You Tour in
Detroit and Washington, D.C. He shared the stage with the talents of poet Nikki
Giovanni, hip-hop pioneer MC Lyte, BET anchor Jacque Reid, Grammy-winning
gospel recording artist Yolanda Adams and comedienne Myra J. He has toured with
The Manhattans, and alongside Ray, Goodman & Brown. Future was invited to open
for soul singing sensation Dwele at the famed Southern Theater in Columbus, Ohio,
where he shared the stage with fellow artist Eric Roberson. He has performed at the
New Hazlet Theater in Pittsburgh with R&B artists, Donnie and Amel Larrieux. He
has also performed with Saul Williams and opened for artist such as Common and
Slum Villiage.
The amazing power of his words has allowed him the opportunity to be featured on radio from Detroit’s FM 98 WJLB to
Nashville’s 92Q. His second album, Future Presents: The 6th Day Phantom Menace, has been played on Flint’s local radio station
94.3 as well as Flint’s local TV station and Detroit’s internet radio station badgals-radio.com.
Future has been a performer on the nationwide television show, Spoken, on the Black Family Channel. During his television
acting debut, he played the role of Q in a made-for-BET film called “Multitude of Mercies,” where he performed alongside
Malcolm-Jamal Warner. Future has also shared the stage with performers such as Silk, Case, Chico DeBarge, Rome, Mighty
Sparrow, Lady Calypso, Taalam Acey, Jessica Care Moore, Sonia Sanchez, Omar Tyree, Sonya Renee, Will “Da Real One” Bell
and has recorded with Abiodune of the legendary Last Poets!
Continuously developing his craft and the genre by pushing the boundaries artistically and aesthetically, he is laying his own path
stage after stage. Being a well-traveled artist, Future, has performed all over the United States, including but not limited to
Detroit, Miami, New Orleans, Washington, D.C., Atlanta, Nashville, Columbus, Cleveland, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, New York
and Houston.
Future is active member of the Flint and Genesee County communities, where he devotes his time, energy and talent
as a member of Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. as well as birthing the biggest stage for local talent with the “Future’s
lyricist Lounge” showcase.
http://futurethepoet.blogspot.com
www.myspace.com/futurepoetry
You can download Future’s album
Short list of performance cities and venues:
"The Darker Side of Black" at:
Ontario, Canada
Windsor
District of Columbia
Washington, D.C. – Java Head, Zanzibar, Urban Energy, the Tacoma Theatre, Bar
http://cdbaby.com/cd/futuretunes
Nun, Washington Convention Center
Illinois
Chicago – The Green Mill
Florida
Miami – Church Hills, Power Studio, The Wall Flower, (Southern Fried Slam 2004),
You Tube Video Links
Kola Nut Café, Funk Jazz Lounge
Tallahassee – MT. Zion (Black on Black Rhyme)
Tampa Bay – Club Fushia (Black on Black Rhyme)
http://www.youtube.com/Futurethepoet
Coral Springs – Funky Buddha Lounge
Jacksonville
Georgia
Atlanta - Apache
Mirror Mirror
Louisiana
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yY63GqYwsm4
New Orleans - Sweet Lorraine’s, Ebony Square, Club Caribbean, Hard Rock Café,
the Dragon Lounge, the True Brew Cafe
Massachusetts
Worcester – IWPS 2005
Just Getting Warm
Michigan
Ann Arbor – The University of Michigan, OZ, U-Club
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ggrzD1qhxw4
Big Rapids – Ferris State University
Detroit – The Key Club, Half Past Three, Steve’s Soul Food, Chameleon Café,
Café de Troit, Redd Apple Gallery, Club Envy, 1515 Broadway, Hart Plaza, Hockey
Arrogance
Town, Meatery Eatery, Fifth Avenue, Saint Andrews Hall, WJLB Radio, 546
Flint – , Michigan- Beans and Leaves, Good Beans Café, University of Michigan-Flint,
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rCWFS2M6Oas
the Lunch Studio, National Urban League, Courtland Center Mall, Purple Moon Night
club, Soggy Bottom, Brown Sugar Café, Whiting Auditorium, club after shock, Baker
College, Mott Community College, Greater Flint Arts Council
Letter 2 My Wife
Kalamazoo – Western Michigan University
Lansing Michigan – Michigan State University
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IqGiBXonuQI
Midland Michigan – Northwood University
Saginaw – Decades, Saginaw Valley State University, Cadillac Club
South Field Michigan – Casbah Night Club, Crème Café
For Booking, Casting, Feature Requests, Appearances,
Ypsilanti – Eastern Michigan University, Theodore’s
Nevada
or Business Questions: Contact Keith Napier
Las Vegas – Untamed Tongues @ Café De Tout
Wisconsin
email: napier2525@comcast.net
Milwaukee - Mecca
New York
Buffalo
Publicity: Black Market Publicity
Virginia
Richmond
email: blackmarketpublicity@gmail.com
NOTE TO MEDIA: For review copies of Future’s new Album "SPIT PERSONALITY" or “THE DARKER SIDE
OF BLACK” send name, media outlet and mailing address to blackmarketpublicity@gmail.com
Future is available for interviews, please contact blackmarketpublicity@gmail.com
Upcoming Shows
“Future”
. . . . . is a powerful force in the Spoken Word movement.
Apr 22 2009
8:00P
Spoken Word cafe
Chicago, Illinois
Apr 23 2009
8:00P
The Dukester
Cincinnati, Ohio
Apr 24 2009
8:00P
Huggy’s Joint
Huntsville, Alabama
“Expressions of You” coffee
Apr 25 2009
8:00P
Louisville, Kentucky
house
Apr 26 2009
8:00P
Private
Lexington, Kentucky
The Cellar @ Lewis and Clark
Apr 27 2009
8:00P
Saint Louis, Missouri
Community College
Apr 28 2009
8:00P
Soul Sessions @ the Jazz Spot
Saint Louis, Missouri
Apr 29 2009
8:00P Soul Stage @ House of Comedy
Saint Louis, Missouri
Soul Communication @ The
Apr 30 2009
8:00P
Gary, Indiana
Palace
May 1 2009
8:00P
Legacy Book Store
Saint Louis, Missouri
SOULTERNATIVE, SELENA J,
May 2 2009
8:00P SAT 7-9PM, WWW. KMJM. COM
Saint Louis, Missouri
MAGIC 104.9
May 3 2009
8:00P
Outspoken @ Harpers
Kansas City, Missouri
May 7 2009
9:00P
Expressions after Dark
Shreveport, Louisiana
May 13 2009
8:00P
TBA
New Orleans, Louisiana
May 15 2009
8:00P
TBA
New Orleans, Louisiana
May 16 2009
8:00P
TBA
New Orleans, Louisiana
May 17 2009
8:00P
tba
New Orleans, Louisiana
May 19 2009
8:00P
MR. A’s
Houston, Texas
May 22 2009
8:00P
TBA
Houston, Texas
May 24 2009
6:30P
Shadow bar
Houston, Texas
Neo Soul Lounge @ Club
May 28 2009
8:00P
Pflugerville, Texas
Illusion
kileen poetry slam and open
May 29 2009
8:00P
Kileen, Texas
mic @ the coo coo’s nes
May 31 2009
8:00P
Kick Butt Coffee
Austin, Texas
PRESS INVITATION
The Press is invited to all ‘FUTURE” appearances.
Please contact blackmarketpublicity@gmail.com for pre & post Show interviews.