Born to Nigerian parents, Chris Akinyemi, (a singer/ songwriter based in New Jersey, NY) pulls listeners ears with his visual storytelling, captivating melodies and charismatic persona. He teamed up with producer Dboy (Souldiggaz, Missy Elliot, Dirty Money) to record his first single “Radio”(Attached) off his debut EP “Autumn” . The song is mixed by industry veteran Harry Conyers (Foo fighters, Vanessa Williams, Mint Condition….). In the song, Chris depicts how he feels about the state of music today. Although in a gentle vibe, he makes his point elusively with his folk lyricism and doesn’t shy away from his pop sensibilities. The single is currently available for download on iTunes. Chris is a writer who creates music that truly speaks to the soul!
His first EP will be independently released under the Tannaz imprint in the Fall of 2010 [click to continue…]
I remember writing a blog titled, “To Master or Not to Master, That is the ?“ back in December of 2009. In that blog, I weighed the negatives, and positives about pursuing a masters, and I still struggle with those same questions to this day! I talked about leaning towards pursuing a masters, and I am proud of the fact that I am taking that chance on myself, instead of being easily content with my current situation. Fast forward to September 2010, and I will starting graduate school on the 1st. I was able to set a goal, and see it through. Even though I have yet to step foot in my first class, I am excited, but at the same time I am a bit hesitant of the unknown! But as readers of YPblogspot, we know we cannot fear the unknown, but embrace it and face it head on, which is what I intend to do. I would never have pictured myself in this position when I graduated from Rutgers College back in 05, but life as we all know can take unexpected turns. [click to continue…]
