The dirty little secret

October 10, 2018 Emmanuel Aboagye

The dirty little secret is that it’s not even really a secret any more. There is a reason that companies like LIVE NATION and AEG LIVE are the largest companies in the music industry today. For years, the entertainment industry has been built on live performances. Through the Evolution of technology, the one thing that has remained constant is that live performance is at the core of the majority artists revenue. From LPs, CDs, MP3s and now streaming, live performance usually plays a big part in generating revenue for an artist.

So with that said, you know where the money is, how do you plan to get to it?

How are you building a team to focus on mining this potential gold mine for the business of “YOU” as a performing artist?

There is no need to reinvent the wheel, it has all been done before. Where you can be different is in your performance, where you are putting your talents on display.

But a part of your talent needs to be in how you win the business in the first place. How you network, negotiate and strategize on what gig to take and not take. How much money you will charge and how much you will choose to leave on the table.

All of this is part of the process too and each step can have your unique personality and flavour added to it.

Music And... (How Different Paths Lead to Greatness)

August 25, 2018 Emmanuel Aboagye

Recently I’ve been working on numerous projects, here is one that I am excited to share with you.

I am SUPER excited to be a part of this SXSW Panel.

There's still time to vote for this panel. If it gets enough votes, it has a stronger chance of being selected at the SXSW Music Festival 2019 in Texas USA. So if you are or know any artists or talented musicians that are doing music part time and would love to learn how to make a living from their art, this panel is for you. Share it!

Voting closes on the 30th August 2018.

How to Vote:

1. Click the link and sign in, then create an account.

2. Verify your email

3. Use the same link to log in, hit the Vote Up button. When it turns green, YOUR JOB IS DONE and you can logout.

Click the below link to vote.

http://panelpicker.sxsw.com/vote/82152

Thinking Chair

June 20, 2018 Emmanuel Aboagye

It doesn't really have to be fancy in order for you to get the job done.

"If you want to be a writer and you don't know how or when; Find a quiet tree and use a humble pen" - Paul Simon

Or in our case... A highly connected, fully charged, picture taking, Super Computer that can fit into your pocket.

Times may change, Technology may change, But the key principles of discipline, consistency and focus are fundamental laws that are timeless.

Use what you have. Don’t always think you need more, because generations before you have achieved a lot more with a lot less so we have little excuse.

Operate using the Bare Maximum.

EMAN ft BENJI KRUZ - BETTER (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

March 11, 2018 Emmanuel Aboagye

BECAUSE EVERYDAY SHOULD BE WOMEN’S DAY

Stream it here.

Purchase here .

Quick Announcement & A Favour

November 29, 2017 Emmanuel Aboagye

I’ll be sharing the link to our latest music video and single very soon. But first I need to ask you a favour…

We’re really close to wrapping up our long-awaited Single BETTER. We will be releasing worldwide but before we do, I would like to ask you a few questions to help improve our musical sound going forward.

QUESTIONS:
1. What do you think songs should be talking about?
2. How does music make a difference in your life?
3. And what would you like to hear more of in today’s music?

If you can answer these brief survey questions in the comments or by just tagging me on Social media it would be greatly appreciated.

I look forward to reading your comments.

Download vs Upload

November 15, 2017 Emmanuel Aboagye

In our fast food consumption culture it’s easy to get sucked in. Consumption is easy. We consume more content, download more videos, podcasts, PDFs, pictures. More, more, more. Click, click, click.

But what if we decided to swim upstream.

Taking the path of more resistance. Walking the road of the artist.

Instead of consuming, we are creating. Uploading our art, sharing our songs. Spreading our ideas. Giving instead of taking.

Wouldn’t that be an interesting twist?

My new single just dropped. You can check it out here.

BETTER - [Lyric Sheet]

November 8, 2017 Emmanuel Aboagye

BETTER
(E. Aboagye, B. Duba, T. Adamek)
Thesis: The tragic tale of women abuse and how courage is needed to change it.
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Intro:
Breaking your heart, breaking your soul
You say you got it, but he is still in control
Trapped in the dark, stuck in this hole
But you still hold on when you should just let him go

[V1]
Okay, I’ve had enough let’s cut to the chase
Black eye, tears dried; left arm in a brace
Got me wondering when last I saw a smile on your face
That beautiful face; I tell you girl your man’s out of place
I know I’m out of place too; it’s none of my business
Don’t mean to pry or intrude, but how can I witness, such a crime, see the signs and not do nuttin ‘bout it.
I know you got pride girl, so don’t you live without it, for a second
How long do you reckon you can carry on this way, every day it’s the same, promises he’ll change
And I know you know he cheats on you, that’s why he’s acting strange;
Leave him behind, so that his fists are out of range

Pre-chorus:
You know it’s time that you let him go
And it’s time that you climbed out the rabbit hole
Believe you’re beautiful and then it’s time to take control, of your life
I thought it’s time that I let you know, I’m ‘a let you know...
Chorus:
Just let him go... Girl I promise you that you can do so much (better) x3
I want you to know... I can show you love, and I’ll treat you so much (better) x3

[V2]
But that's what you were raised to do
Stick it out, or stick it through
You say you keep on holding on
Because your kids depend on you
It's wrong the way he's treating you
Every day he is beating you
You fight but he keeps defeating you
Inside I know it's eating you alive
Every day is a struggle to survive
But you deserve better girl so don't believe the lies
When he tries, to belittle you and cut you down to size
Things will get better when you start to realize
That you are more than a conqueror
So never let him conqueror ya
You were meant to move mountains with the spirit that’s inside of ya
Coz you are fearfully and wonderfully made
And it ain't gonna be easy girl but don't be afraid

Better.

October 25, 2017 Emmanuel Aboagye

Artwork by: Lauren Lee Aboagye, Jean-Pierre Gonneau & Johan van Loggerenberg

Lyrics that tell a story - Check

Melody that moves your soul - Check

Eye catching video - Check

Thought provoking artwork - Check

New Music Single loading... 14th November 2017

Thinking back to SXSW 2017 [Video]

May 18, 2017 Emmanuel Aboagye

After over 18 hours on a plane, we arrived in Austin Texas. Tired but excited! The next few days were an absolute whirlwind for the senses.

Here are some of the sights and sounds of the trip.

5 Reasons Why Blogging is like a true Digital Dojo

January 20, 2017 Emmanuel Aboagye

After 7 long years, of literally blood sweat and tears. I did it! I completed my black belt grading in Ninjitsu. The year was 1999 and I had just turned 17. The final grading test after a full two days of combat training and sparing was to take on 7 attackers at once, who were ordered to... How would my Sensei put it; "Make sure you break something."