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NOBLE POETS: MEN ON A MISSION
“NEVER FIT IN” TELLS POIGNANT STORY OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Northern California duo, NOBLE POETS, has come to shine a light on the darker side of life. Jevon ‘ODW’ Barnes and Caleb May are bringing an honest, earnest brand of Hip Hop, derived from real life to real fans of the genre.
Discovered by Brian ‘Head’ Welch of KORN, NOBLE POETS brings something fresh to the scene. "I met Jevon around 2012 and it didn’t take long to realize how much we had in common. Years ago, after hearing some of his demos, I noticed right away there was something appealing about Jevon’s flow and how he opened himself up so completely with his lyrics,” Welch explains. “No flash, no pretense, just REAL life and real suffering laid out, in order to connect with others. With the addition of Caleb, the missing ingredient was discovered and the formation of Noble Poets was the logical next step. I really believe Noble Poets put something together that goes deeper that just music and will affect their fans in a profound way."
The new track and video for NOBLE POETS’ debut single, “Never Fit In,” speaks to the trauma caused by domestic violence. The video was inspired by Barnes’ real life experiences. He brings forth his story in order to help others deal with the trauma that is so prevalent in society.
The organization Futures Without Violence lays out statistics to show the need for more talk about violence against children.
“The landmark Adverse Childhood Experiences Study (ACES) launched in 1995 found a significant relationship between childhood experiences of abuse and violence and a host of negative adult physical and mental health outcomes, including depression, suicide attempts and substance abuse.” *
At the finish of the “Never Fit In” video, NOBLE POETS provides info on where those in need can get help. This is the logical progression of Barnes’ youth outreach over the years – always doing what he can to set young people on the right path.
This is the first single from NOBLE POETS forthcoming album, due out in 2022.
** Felitti, V. J., Anda, R. F., Nordenberg, D., Williamson, D. F., Spitz, A. M., Edwards, V., et al. (1998). Relationship of childhood abuse and household dysfunction to many of the leading causes of death in adults. The Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Study. American Journal of Preventive Medicine, 14(4), 245–258.
Interviews
Ryan Ries co-founder of The Whosoevers movement, and he is joined by Jevon Barnes of the rap group Noble Poets. Jevon's testimony is a RADICAL STORY of redemption of how Christ met him right where he was at!
The Rockman Power Hour:
Catch an in-depth conversation with Brian “Head “ Welch from KORN & Jevon “ODW” Barnes of Noble Poets on The Rockman Power Hour.
Talk Toomey Podcast:
Brian "Head" Welch introduces you to Jevon "ODW" Barnes on Talk Toomey Podcast. ODW and Head join Joshua Toomey to discuss ODW's past and tackling tough subjects in his music and videos. ODW talks about his past in drugs and his struggles. Head discusses meeting ODW and connecting through faith. Head updates us on Love and Death and also talks about the latest Korn tour and struggling through other members getting Covid and finishing the shows.
Barstools & Bandtalk:
“Dave and Sean from Barstools and Bandtalk sit down with Noble Poets - ODW, Jevon Barnes. Jevons’ story will blow you away! There's somewhat of a counter-culture associated with the music of Noble Poets as Jevon does not encourage the gangsta-lifestyle per se, it is heart felt lyrics with real life experiences that will affect you at your core. Jevon and his partner Caleb May, after getting the nod from Brian "Head" Welch of Korn, have their sights on reaching a truly diverse audience with these songs that depict the ups and downs of life which any person will relate to.”
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ABOUT THE ARTISTS
Watch the NOBLE POETS TESTIMONY ABOVE!
NOBLE POETS are a rap duo formed out of Northern California, comprised of rapper Jevon ‘ODW’ Barnes and singer Caleb May. The intense heart felt lyrics, heavy hitting subs, and angelic melodies invite the listener to a front-row experience of the ups and downs of life.
Caleb’s soaring melodies represent light and redemption in contrast to ODW’s gravel-filled raspy delivery. The vocals stylistically compliment each other: one spitting darkness and despair and the other personifying light and hope. As you are drawn into the authenticity of the NOBLE POETS, prepare yourself to experience Hip-Hop like you’ve never heard before.
“Jevon seems like a game-changer for the world…his testimony blew me away!”