Friday, May 14, 2010

Why I'm Not Performing...

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So I was at an event tuesday and I got asked am I performing by a few people. It surprised the hell out of me. I usually don't get invited to perform at events in "the circuit". I get the side eyes when I ask to perform. That look like um, um, I'm booked already. I just give them my best jay-z impersonation face like yeah, aight...

No one is bold enough to actually say to me they don't like my music. However, I don't get invites to do interviews on online radio stations, or perform in venues. I was banned from one promoter's events, but that's another story that's not worth even telling or addressing.

The actions shown by some of these people though imply that they don't like my music, and I just let it be. From the radio shows down to the showcases. I'm not getting paid or getting a deal at these venues, so its not really a big big deal to me. The internet radio is mostly political here. They wait on co-signs. It is frustrating at times, but I get over it quickly. Very quickly.

When I have a good situation or can do something for them, that's when I get a phone call or a text or a bbm message. Especially with the camera! That's the way it goes I guess. I think about it. When I do get in a position where I'm on websites and the brand is pushed, then I will get the hey what's good's or the you wanna rock messages...

I did this radio interview a few weeks ago where my music got cut off because it was time to go (mind you there were 10 minutes left). It pissed me off but I could tell by the vibe once I get to a certain "spot" ill get asked to do that radio interview again. And I will deny it. I'm not with the kissy kissy games.

I believe in earning mines. Who you know helps, but I will never abuse that "power". I want to earn that spot on a show or a website. It feels better for me when I gain exposure that way. You know?

Until next time, peace!

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