Hailing from Chicago's South Side, Monsoon is a gifted lyricist who combines powerful messages with a humorous delivery. His songs are heartfelt and deep, but at the same time they are to the point and easy to identify with. His style and approach are firmly rooted in the fundamentals of Hip Hop culture, at the same time offering a fresh new perspective on life, love, politics, and human nature. Monsoon is an Emcee, not an entertainer, not a thug, and not a pimp. He tells a story with amazing clarity and detail, but is also willing to battle any Emcee who steps up. Monsoon lives for Hip Hop music and culture.

The Chicago underground first got a glimpse of Monsoon as a member of the group "The Chairmen Of The Board." "The Chairmen Of The Board" were formed in 1992 when Monsoon came together with members of the defunct "Chi Rock" crew. He continued to record underground songs and rock shows with the "Chairmen" until 1996 when they split up. At this point, Monsoon hooked up with some friends from the b