Spearhead

Spearhead, the musical project of singer/songwriter Michael Franti, blends reggae, rock, hip-hop, funk, and EDM in a politically charged manner. Initially solely credited to Spearhead, the name evolved to represent Franti's backing band, with a changing lineup over the years. Franti's socially conscious lyrics have transitioned the band's sound from funk and rap to a more laid-back style in albums like The Sound of Sunshine and SoulRocker.

Franti's transition from his rap outfit the Disposable Heroes of Hiphoprisy to Spearhead in 1994 brought a funk/rap hybrid sound influenced by '70s funk. Over the years, Spearhead albums like Stay Human and Everyone Deserves Music continued to explore social issues through Franti's unique blend of music genres. The band's later releases, such as All People and SoulRocker, showcased a mix of electronic pop and organic sounds, culminating in the multifaceted musical approach found on Stay Human II.