The idea of Mixtapes or underground rap music might seem a little vague to non commercial hiphop lovers in Nigeria,but, it is one which is gaining wide acceptance in the Nigerian Rap industry.Heavy weights such as Mode9,Saucekid,Terry da Rapman,M1 all started out with Mixtapes.
So when I discovered this very talented young rapper's mixtape online,I just had to have a little chat with him.From his unique art cover to his brilliant songs.Meet the future of rap called SPARKS.
REAL NAME
Omuvwie Peter Aghogho
PLACE OF BIRTH
Born in Sapele, Delta state.
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION
Building technology graduate of Covenant University.
INTERESTS
Staunch lover of music, art and the strategies behind contact sport. Also an avid reader and song writer.
Ist MIXTAPE RELEASE
Released a self titled mixtape called 'LIMBO' hosted by Dj Buzzle.
WHY NAME IT LIMBO
Named Limbo to suggest the artiste is in a kind of vacuum or space from where he has to take his career to the next level.
ACHIEVEMENTS
Achievements include the general success of the mixtape (downloads and circulation), airplay in different radio stations across the nation (abuja, lagos, benin, ph city, ibadan) and the feedback that came along. Performing in Rhythm unplugged alongside A Listers like sauce kid, long time friend Samklef, Dr sid, Tiwa and others.
MIXTAPE VS COMMERCIAL RAP
Don't see releasing a mixtape as a variation from a commercial rapper, mainly as a step in building a long lasting career by reaching out to the true fans of hip-hop before the mainstream.
Music has always been a passion.
DOWNLOAD Full mixtape: HERE
1st singles:HERE
2nd singles: HERE
Track 7 (number 1 ft Muno) :HERE
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