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Truth Thomas

Truth Thomas is "just a prayer warrior with a higher cause", that's what he'll tell you in his signature spoken word poetry piece. He used it to introduce himself to the audience while competing in a slam at Teaism* in the fall of 2002. Immediately, one is aware this is an individual who is committed to the truth, the whole truth and nothing but…. This genuine man of God has purposed in his heart to lift up the name of Jesus in all things.

First impressions are lasting. Truth is unique in his appearance and approach. There is the name he legally changed from Glenn Edward Thomas to Truth Thomas. Then there is that one very long dreadlock at the back of a clean-shaven head: unforgettable. He'll tell you that it represents his allegiance to one God. His recently released CD single, "If the Spirit is Willing" showcases his smoky tenor voice and his skills at the keyboard, while clearly communicating Jesus as a lifeline out of gang violence. His music blends Gospel, R&B, Hip-Hop and Jazz stylistic influences, to connect effectively with those to whom he ministers: namely the youth and the homeless.

The truth is he is multitalented as a poet, singer, musician, writer and producer. Without a word from him, it is easy to see he knows what is most important. Born in Knoxville, Tennessee, he makes his home in Maryland with his wife and son. He ministers the gospel of Jesus Christ in his art and through street ministry with Higher Cause Productions (a DC based outreach ministry) presenting the good news and meeting the needs of the impoverished with this organization up and down the eastern U.S.

In his honest and energetic spoken word presentations, which have won him numerous slam victories, he shares his observations, aspirations and introspection, relating to the audience as only he can. He'll make you laugh, but he'll also make you think. He has also co-hosted Poet-a-tete**, a poetry open-mic and slam competition at the Barnes & Noble in Rockville, where he has been a frequent slam finalist and winner.

Raised in D.C., Truth attended Howard University and currently works by day as a database designer. As an outspoken crusader for the rights of artists, he has lobbied this cause on Capitol Hill. He joyfully attends to his responsibilities as a loving husband and dad, balancing his day job with music, Church, and poetry slams. Inspired by Jazz great Sonny Rollins' two-year creative sojourn on the Williamsburg Bridge, Truth removes himself nightly from public view to shed (a term derived from going to the woodshed - to practice) just off the Red Line in a subway garage in Silver Spring. He refers to it as his "bridge." There Truth spends countless hours, usually very late at night, seeking God, singing and refining his gifts as well as allowing the Lord to speak to him and bring forth that new thing.