Elveektor

Hip-Hop Infused

When did you first get into music?

The first time it came to my head, I was doing dishes and I had just finished seeing a Lil Bow Wow documentary. Then, I was in secondary school (High School) around 2004. Been rapping ever since, but I started doing music professionally in January 2018.

Who or What inspired you to pursue a career in music?

I inspired myself and I also let everything around me, inspire me. After all, those years of practicing and learning, by 2018, I just thought it will be a waste to back down. I believe, I am very good at it. Nobody or nothing motivates me more than I motivate myself. I keep saying to myself… Man Don’t Quit.

How would you describe the music that you create?

My music is mostly about my life and things I’ve been through. I like to also tell eventual stories I have seen or read about. It’s easy to tell stories, because with that you can never run out of what to say. So, I can tell my story or tell another person’s story in my perspective, but the difference is that I bare it all. Raw. It’s usually an untold story, like how I was telling the “Igbo Landing” and “Asaba Massacre” story on my Nsibidi 2 project.

How has your music evolved since you first began performing?

You know they say practice makes perfect. I have been writing and recording for a long time and I am always getting better. It is also becoming easier for me to deliver my ideas. I have more confidence now.

I’m sure you have shared the stage with a lot of talented artists/celebrities along the way. Would you share 1 or 2 of your favorite stories with us?

In 2016, when I was in University, I heard Mr. Raw was coming to my school to perfor m. So, I found a way to get his phone number and while he was backstage, I called him and begged him if I could perform. He said No! … I had lost all my hope and my phone just rang and it was the him. He said, I should come backstage. I rushed there and they let me in, and the rest is history.

If you were forced to choose only one, which emotion, more than any other drives you to stay in this tough business? Is it joy, anger, desire, passion or pride and why?

Passion. It’s something I taught myself, all my life I have been dreaming about it. Oh no! I work all night and I still wish my body won’t feel like resting. Lol.

Which ingredient do you think makes you special and unique as a performing artist in an industry overflowing with new faces and ideas?

My lyrics and rap flows are my greatest strong point. I carefully choose what I have to say on a song. I feel like I just say what everyone wants to say (but haven’t thought about it yet) and the way I say it is just so different and special.

What has been your biggest challenge as a musician/singer-songwriter? Have you been able to overcome that challenge? If so, how?

My biggest challenge is the funds required. But I am very resourceful because I know that I cannot just sit and wait for money to come. I must be doing something. Frankly, there is a lot you can do even when you don’t have money.

A common phrase in the industry is, “you must suffer for your art.” Do you agree with this statement? If so, how have you suffered for your art?

Yes! You must bleed for your art to be recognized and stand the test of time. You must put in work. There is no shortcut, but hard and steady work.

How do you feel the internet has impacted the music business?

The internet has helped the music business in a lot of ways. One of the best ways is the reach. It’s a lot easier for artists to know and reach their desired fans.

Have you done or plan on doing any Live-stream Concerts? If you have, how has the response been from your fans?

I do live stream shows on my Instagram live all the time. People don’t stay a long time watching you. They easily get bored and I understand because it’s way different trying to catch the vibe from your couch compared to when you are at the event.

If you could change anything about the music industry. What would it be?

If I have to change anything then it will be the payola and all other corruption practices in the industry..

What are the 5 albums that have helped make you the person you are today? And why?

50 Cent - Get Rich or Die Trying Eminem – Eminem Show Drake – So Far Gone Lil Wayne – Carter 3 Kanye West – College Dropout

Tell us about your current project. Are you working on new music? An EP or Album?

I just dropped an EP, Nsibidi 2. It’s a project that goes deep into the history of Igbo People, highlighting the steep fall and philosophies of the tribe. It’s my 4th studio project since 2018.

What’s next for you?

I am planning to shoot a few videos to help promote Nsibidi 2.

How can fans-to-be gain access to your music?

I am the only Elveektor in the world so they can search, Elveektor on all digital platforms. Also, my handle across all social media platform is @elveektor, My email is elveektormusic@gmail.com.