Biography: Short Story Of Rising Hip-hop Artiste, Kelvin Eth
“I just wanted to be known for something” those were the words Kelvin Olisa Ifeanyichukwu, better known as Kelvin Eth, told me during a short interview recently.
His statement gave me the highest satisfaction ever. The reason is simple: as a Music Journalist, I’ve always wanted to connect with artistes who aren’t just making music, but purpose-driven.
Eth’s words reminds me of the powerful speech Martin Luther King Jr. delivered in Detroit many years ago. It reads, ‘If a man has not discovered something that he will die for, he isn’t fit to live’
And dear reader, Kelvin Eth, is definitely living his words. From ‘Do It Right‘ to ‘Want More‘, each of his songs not only entertains, but conveys powerful messages.
1) What year were you born?
Answer: I prefer not to say.
(2) What’s your state of origin?
Answer: Delta State, Nigeria.
(3) What state did you grow up in?
Answer: Delta State, Nigeria.
(4) What/who inspired you to start making music?
Answer: I just have a lot to say, and wanted to be known for something. Shiniww inspired me.
(5) In 10 years time, would you still be doing music?
Answer: Sure!
(6) What’s the inspiration behind your latest single, ‘Bomb’?
Answer: Just speaking about the money made, but still grinding. Sometimes, I lose too. The shits I’ve been through that nobody knows. Then just to flex on these niggas I smashed their ride or die.
(7) If given an opportunity, what record label would you like to be signed to?
Answer: I don’t think I want to be signed.
(8) Do you have a particular genre?
Answer: Hip-hop for real. I can flow with any beat.
(9) When did you start making music? Which of your song do you find most interesting?
Answer: I started making music November 2024. Some of my songs I find very interesting are namely: ‘Do It Right’; ‘Want More’; and ‘The Break’ – I recorded with pain.
(10) What’s your one advice for other Nigerian artistes?
Answer: Just do you.
(11) As an artiste, what keeps you motivated/moving ahead when there are no much streams, engagement?
Answer: I’m always motivated because I know I can’t just start and blow up immediately – with time, I know I’ll go far, so I just do my shit.
(12) Should we be expecting any song or music video anytime soon?
Answer: I owe my people one album or EP.
THE END.
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