The modern era of music has given way to enigmas and artists of all shapes and forms who break the norm of what we have come to expect as far as what an artist truly is. #9 is one such artist that epitomizes the essence of the modern era. A multi-talented vocalist and born in West Baltimore Maryland. #9 is making music that is thoughtful, conscious and driven by a desire to motivate, inspire, comfort , spread love and joy to all those that hear it. Born Shawn Thornton, #9 is making music for the people. His overarching ambition is for people to feel the Soul he brings to Hip hop with his word play and catchy hooks. He has ultimately developed a style of songwriting that is transparent, daring and full of hope and reflective of his experiences, thoughts and ambitions, turning his family story of purpose and lessons into studio sessions. #9 uses his music as a vehicle to express his perspectives and tell stories. His lyricism is a uniquely constructed piece of musical artistry. His music exhibits not only his versatility and vocal prowess but has surely cemented his Raw and Vintage style which has paved the way for the varied expressions of his musical ideas and artistic craft. This is the music that will push the boundaries of our perception as well as inspire and drive us to introspective conversations. It’s the music that may not change the world, but can change the people in the world.