oseph Oliver Perry II aka Oliver the 2nd was born, November 8, 1985 in Los Angeles, California. Oliver the 2nd is a Producer/Emcee/DJ who hails from the fast growing Inland Empire section of Southern California. He is also the son of acclaimed smooth jazz singer Phil Perry & first cousin to rapper/producer Jeremiah Jae. Growing up, Joseph naturally developed a deep rooted love and appreciation for all music, especially hip hop. Joseph got his feet wet producing and rapping in the duo "The Mindz" along with partner Rapper None Other in 2001. Seeking a change of scenery & connection with extended family, Oliver relocated from California to Chicago. His stay further expanded the relationship between him and Jeremiah musically, and he also began honing his craft alongside artist's such as Young Black Preachers, FABLE, JeanYus, and other local Chicago members of what was called "The Cxllective"(now formally known as Black Jungle Squad) a team of rappers producers based in Chicago, IL started by late great Chicago Producer Arron Butler aka Projeck Jeremiah Jae In June 2011, he moved back to his Inland Empire hometown & decided to start making music under the name Oliver the 2nd. His debut 7 track instrumental EP 'Lava Farts' released through bandcamp in June 2011