Nkan is a multi- talented , recording Artist based in California, from the Yoruba speaking part of Nigeria, West Africa. her style of music is Afrocentric with an infusion of Afro, Jazz, pop and Highlife. Hey lyrics are mostly in Yoruba language and pigin English. As she loves to project her culture through her music. She started making Arts in order to share her gift with the world.
Where are you based?
U.S.A
How long have you been making music?
How long have you been making music? I started making music since 2005, but I had to take a long brake in 2010, to take care of my nephews. Just lunched back in 2020 when I released a song titled Revolution on #End Sars. That was a way to lend my voice to the current issue then. All together I will say, its almost 17 years. You can say I am sure a great fighter. No given up.
What genre would you consider your music to be?
Afrocentric, highly Kosmopolitan with a “K ” what does that mean? My genre of music is an infusion of culture married to my heritage where you will find Afrobeats, Afro pop, Afro Jazz and Highlife.
What inspired you to pursue a career in music?
God, the Talents, the desire to discover who I am. It’s just in me and I can’t hide. The inspiration comes from within. My husband encouraged me a lot. and I am so grateful for that. I will also say having a theater background influenced my decision.
What are your biggest musical influences?
Firstly, I will say my vocal power. Other influencers were listening to female artists, like Mariam Makeba, Comfort Omoge, Angelique Kidjo, Lijadu Sisters, Yvonne Chaca Chaca, Oyenka Onwenu, Christy Essien-Igbokwe and Brenda Fassi whom people says we look alike.
Are you signed to a label or are you an independent artist?
I am an independent Artist
What have been the biggest challenges in your music career?
When i lost my sister.
How many songs or albums have you released to date?
One Album, 3 singles
Can you tell us a few things about your latest release?
Mr. DJ was actually inspired by Rehana in 2005, when I watched her video, I wrote out my lyrics and knowing one day I will sing my version someday, while I was ready to hit the studio in 2010, my kid sister got sick and passed right in my hand. I chose to take responsibility for her children and I do not want history to repeat itself. In addition, I just want to do a song for the DJ’s all over the world, just to appreciate their efforts on how music generally is promoted through them. As a great dancer, I like to enter into a club or party to see people sweating it out. This song is mostly for the DJ’s, dancers and lovers of good music world wide.
Any plans for new music or upcoming projects we should know about?
Absolutely yes, but right now. my focus is on Mr. Dj which will be release on the 9th of July and will be streaming on all social media platforms, My team and I are planning to be on location for the video shot of Mr. Dj
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