Lateef the truthspeaker, along with DJ Shadow, Blackalicious and Lyric's Born is one of the founders of the Solesides / Quannum collective.

• 2011 he will be stepping out on his own with a definitive collection of new songs complementing his substantial already catalogue.
• live performance will feature songs form
• his upcoming album "Fire Wire",
• music from the mix tape "Ahead of the Curve" constructed by DJ Z-Trip, and tracks from his Solesides / Quannum recording's including
• his work with Lyrics Born from the classic "Latyrx" LP,
• the Grammy nominated track "Wonderful Night" with Fat Boy Slim from their collaborations on the LP “Palookaville
• his collaboration with Chief Xcel (of Blackalicious) on the definitive underground EP "Ambush."
• Music form his release's with the "Mighty Underdogs"
• Lateef's new work showcases his growth as an MC, singer, songwriter, • And for the first time - producer!