…Upcoming Acts should have other streams of income – MFK
To stay afloat in the current Nigeria economy, rising acts must have other streams of income.
The Magic EP artiste, Eric Chigozie popularly known as MFK, meaning Most Favoured King who is also an entrepreneur said this in an interview recently.
MFK said: “Considering the state of the economy and with the way artistes earn which is majorly through streaming, as a rising act it’s smart to have other streams of income, be it merchandise, or any legit work that can be combined with the craft. This is why I ensured to have a stronger earning power through a thriving nine to five. I am into entrepreneurship running a clothing line, and more recently starting a podcast I host, called ‘The Afrocool Podcast’.”
MFK, who recently released a new EP titled ‘The Magic’ revealed that it is a body of work that screams professionalism all the way.
According to the rap cum Afrobeats artiste, the latest release is a five-song body of work that encompasses fun, consciousness, love, flirtation, and still has the all-round feel of a complete body of work. “From great production to amazing mixing, it screams professionalism all the way.”
On his style of music, MFK said: “I’d describe my style of music as a unique blend of rap and Afrobeats. Mixing rap, flow, and rhythm with major elements from African music like the drums, percussions, lingo, and general vibes. Giving it a sensational and pleasing aura. When you mix originality and blend with the best of rap intertwined with African-ness, it’s only natural that the outcome makes one unique. That’s what I possess on a default.”
Speaking on making music, MFK explained that he found music in the early 2000s while listening to the likes of Lil Bow Wow, Usher Raymond, Sisqo, Lil Romeo. “That was when the extra love and enthusiasm for the craft grew. “As much as I always planned for a plan B, I always had music as a forefront choice when I thought about a career path. I didn’t know how it was going to be or how I’d go about it, but that was always there.
On his musical inspiration he said: “Life inspires my music as experiences encountered are what I translate into music. Be it personal experiences or third-party experiences.”
While weighing in on the music industry and recognition, MFK said,: “although I’m not big on awards, a few nods from some of the notable academies that recognise musicians would be nice. Whether Headies or Grammys, it’s all welcomed. But personally, the fan love and support would be my greatest and most notable award.”
Remarking on the future, MFK said, “I’m contemplating dropping a deluxe version to it. I’m a little undecided for now, but let’s see what the next few months hold. If a deluxe doesn’t drop, I’d start working on a new body of work.”
MFK’s latest EP ‘The Magic’ is a vibrant journey through the artiste’s aspirations, love life, and undeniable charisma. With five tracks that blend Afrobeats, R&B, and Hip-Hop, MFK delivers a mix of catchy tunes and heartfelt lyrics.
Some of the tracks include, ‘I am Magic’, ‘Sweetest Sound’, ‘Close Marking’, ‘Lover Boy Music’, and ‘For You’.
