Eyedea (Born Michael Larsen)
November 9, 1981 – October 16, 2010
Born and raised in St. Paul, Minnesota, Eyedea grew up to become a popular freestyle rapper. He was also an accomplished guitarist. During the early days of his career, Eyedea was a “battle emcee,” throughout the competive circuit. His victories included Scribble Jam ’99, Blaze Battle 2000, and Rock Steady Anniversary 2000. In 1998, he partenered with DJ Abilities (Gregory Keltgen) to form Eyedea & Abilities, and in 2001, they releaseed First Born on Rhymesayers Records. Two new albums followed over the next few years, helping cement them as two of the most popular artists of the underground rap scene. Eyedea also released several other albums and 12″ singles under names and configurations (Oliver Hart, Face Candy, Carbon Carousel). Eyedea was 28 when he passed away on October 16, 2010. Cause of death was not immediately released.
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