mOody bLaCk - Priceless Poem | by Ian Morris | August 2024

mOody bLaCK is a TEDx performer, a National Award-Winning Poet and Host, a Smart Arts Teaching Artist, Motivational Speaker, Spoken-Word and Visual Artist, Actor/Voice Over Artist, Chess Instructor, Story Teller and Comedian from Spartanburg, SC who now resides in Greenville, SC.

mOody is a product of Spartanburg County School District; Spartanburg Technical College; 
Spartanburg Community College; and USC Upstate.

He’s passionate about teaching poetry to youth and adults, as well as, speaking about purpose and challenging depression.  Each time mOody is on the stage, he aims to uplift everyone in the audience.



​Highlighted Achievements:

2023 Men of Excellence Award Recipient 
2022 Metropolitan Arts Council/Smart Arts-Greenville SC: SEW-Eurodrive Minority Teaching Artist Fellow
2020 Upstate SC Music Awards- Artist of the Year
2020 Presenter for Summer Online Arts Integration and STEAM Conference
2019 Carrie and Skip Gordon Teaching Artist of the Year Award
2019 South Carolina Underground Music Awards Nominee for Best Male Model and Best Male Entrepreneur 
2017 TEDx Greenville Presenter


Other Achievements:

Performed at several elementary, junior and senior high schools, universities, and colleges
Competed in hundreds of poetry slams
Poetry Slam Master and Coach
Poem published in Still Home (Book of Spartanburg Poets)
Featured artist at dozens of festivals
Opened up for multi-platinum recording artists Trey Songz  and Lyfe Jennings 
TEDx Greenville and TEDx Furman Performer
2011 Pecha Kucha Performer- Greenville SC
2014 & 2016- Champion of the 2nd and 4th Annual Slam Madness Poetry Slam Competition,
2012  and 2018 Grind Flu Magazine Spoken Word Artist of the year
2015 Annual National Poetry Awards- Best Open Mic Host  
2015 Annual National Poetry Awards nominee for best Spoken-Word CD (Rebuilding Hope),
2016 GANSPA Awards for Best South Carolina Poet
2017 GANSPA Awards for Best Male Poet in the Nation
2017 ALL DEF Poet
2017 Certified Smart Arts Teacher Trainer through the Metropolitan Arts Council of Greenville, SC
2018 Brand Ambassador for Empire Limited Men's Consignment and Genius is Common

Ian Morris

Ian Morris is a distinguished figure in the realm of wellness and self-discovery, widely celebrated for his groundbreaking Frequency Minded Music and the transformative LTS Method. This unique approach artfully combines healing frequencies and mesmerizing sounds, providing an oasis of tranquility that encourages relaxation and reduces stress. His innovative methods have resonated with individuals across the globe, guiding them towards discovering their authentic selves and unlocking their inherent potential for health and happiness.

As an accomplished artist with a passion for fostering holistic well-being, Ian collaborates with an array of holistic practitioners and thought leaders in prestigious institutions across more than twelve countries. His impressive body of work includes the creation of a monthly digital album aligned with Vedic astrology, showcasing his boundless creativity and commitment to nurturing global connections. Beyond sound healing, Ian is also an accomplished visual artist, poet, and multi-instrumentalist, boasting proficiency in over 28 instruments. His remarkable ability to traverse various creative disciplines has solidified his status as an influential and imaginative force within the artistic community, inspiring countless individuals over the past 12 years. https://www.listeningtosmile.com/

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