Shihan is undoubtedly one of the most dynamic spoken word artists of our generation. This National Poetry Slam Champion (2004) and National Poetry Slam Finalist(2nd in 2001, 5th in 2003 and 3rd in 2005) has been featured on a variety of media outlets such as 6 appearances on HBO’s Def Poetry, NBC, Oprah Winfrey’s Oxygen Network, Al Gore’s Current TV, Nike’s Battlegrounds, Reebok, Adidas, NBA, CNN, Artisan Films’ Belly DVD, Complex and Billboard Magazine, several national commercial spots, 5 National Tours including the Tony Award Winning Russell Simmons presents Def Poetry Jam International Tour and 2 upcoming spoken word documentaries with theatrical releases, SP!T and the sequel to 1997’s cult doc Slam Nation, Slam Planet. His abilities to transcend cultural and generational boundaries have made Shihan a much sought after talent. In addition, Shihan has independently released 2 CD’s The Poet(Best of 2005 Honorable Mention-Baltimore Sun) and Music Is The New Cotton which have both received critical praise for their honesty and creativity.  

“His lyrics are thoughtful and unpretentious; creating a verbal landscape that drips with sincerity.” Pop Matters Magazine “For poems closer to the truth than most would push for, 'Auction Network' and 'Robots' are what this man does best...”(5 Star rating) DJ Magazine (UK)

“Shihan’s words flow without regard to iambic parameter or strained couplets. If my writing were this coherent and consistent, I’d be a Pulitzer author by now.” Metro Pop Magazine

“It’s grown folks hip-hop for heads jaded by the icy pseudo thugs ruling the charts.” Remix Magazine

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Groove Gravy Records is proud to present Shihan's official commercial debut "The Poet." The album consists of material recorded over the past 3 years. 15 tracks moving from traditional hip-hop to acapella poetry, with 4 brand new gems, produced by Jazzelicious, including a collaboration with legendary electronica chameleon Ursula Rucker. His ability to transcend cultural and generational boundaries has made Shihan a unique lyrical talent. It's hip-hop the way only a few can deliver - intelligent, free flowing, and with plenty of substance and style.

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The Follow up to my "Official" Debut.  What can I say?  I enjoyed the hell outo of making this CD which was recorded over 3 weeks in 2005.  This is a complete CD which has been repackaged and condensed to 1 CD instead of the original 2 Disc Set.  In it's new form, Music Is The New Cotton, features 79 minutes and 59 seconds of Spoken Word and Hip Hop(which means when the last poem ends the CD stops...how many CD's give you that much quality music?) Includes production from Dert, Who Boogie?! and Raphi.  Collaborations with GaKnew of Fresh City, Sekou Tha Misfit, Gina Loring, Brutha Gimel, IN-Q,  Big Shame, Elsie of New Breed and my wonderfully amazing daughter, Aolani Van Clief help create my favorite CD....until The Balance comes:)  

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The Balance is the product of 2 years of wondering what the hell was I doing with myself and was poetry the right thing and what kinds of sacrifices are being made for the progression of the Art and my place in it.  I wanted to make sure that whatever I returned with after Music Is The New Cotton was just as important to me and I think this is going to be my best work.  Features production by Dert, Wind & Fire, D'mon Fingaz, Dsyfa Blaq AKA Dro The Least and Benny Tones.  Collaborations are on the hush, but, expect The Balance to be brought.
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