XOBOI, is an artist, rapper, and song writer. Besides his love for music, XOBOI also has interests in film, art, and skateboarding. He credits ATCQ, Busta Rhymes, OutKast, E-40, Slum Village, RasKass, and Freestyle Fellowship as his major influences. He wants his music to inspire today's youth for its creative nature, and to "Keep good music alive...that involves youth and creative positivity." Born in Minneapolis but raised in Omaha Nebraska this downtown native started rapping in '99 during high school and later became the frontman of a 5 man HipHop band in which the live performances showcased each members abilities to venture from drums to keyboards and back to the Mic. Securing a foothold in todays growing Omaha music scene he attempts to keep traditions alive.