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Less Talk, More Walk.. |
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| Location: | DC, |
| Country: |  United States |
| Last Login: | Jun 14, 2008 (570 days back) |
About Me |
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| KOKAYI (ne’ Carl Walker) was born and raised in the Southwest quadrant of Washington DC. He cites that the study of music and improvisation began at his father’s feet. KOKAYI’s name is Swahili for “ to summon the people”. It’s a title given to an artist who holds true to the spirit of hip hop. And how appropriate for an artist whose been known to move everyone from a group of songwriters to a house of spiritual leaders in Saudi Arabia. “Honestly I pour everything out on a song. It allows me to free myself from any inhibitions. If I can move people that say they don’t like hip hop, than I know my job is done.” KOKAYI’s solo debut album Mass Instructions (Pho13music) was released November 1, 2007 and he’s received great reviews from peers and fans alike who appreciate the diversity of the record. KOKAYI who self-produced and wrote all 12 tracks on the album describes Mass Instructions as eclectic, honest, and accessible to everyone. “I want to speak to all the artists and everyday people who still believe in their dreams,” says KOKAYI who himself has managed to balance his family and musical career while maintaining a regular 9-5.
Kokayi has toured 25 countries with ecelectic Mbase saxist Steve Coleman and has appeared on six of his albums. Kokayi formed the fusion group Opus Akoben with longtime friend Sub-Z. To date the group released two records in Europe under French Labels (BMG/France-Art of War and Label-Bleu-Raw Life). In February 2006 Kokayi, along with his band Opus Akoben, toured the Middle East as part of the “Rhythm Roads” program where they performed and facilitated workshops in Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Egypt, Israel and Palestine as United States Hip Hop Ambassadors. Recently, the group traveled to China, Mongolia and Russia. In 2007 KOKAYI also collaborated with DJ/Producer Sharkey and C-Rayz Walz for their release “Monster Maker” (Babygrande Records) in which he appears on five tracks. In December 2007 he joined Monster Maker as a the opening act for Bone Thugs and Harmony at the 9:30 club in Washington DC.
In 2008 KOKAYI continues to bring his live show and Mass Instructions to the people throughout the US, Europe, and the world. In February 2008 KOKAYI inked a two-year licensing deal with French label Just Like Hip Hop. The label will release “Mass Instructions” throughout France and digitally worldwide. KOKAYI has also been busy in the studio recording and producing his first mixtape the Misadventures of Korky Kalhoun featuring artists from the US and abroad. designated for a Spring/Summer 08’ release in London and the US in mid summer. He also plans to officially release his rock/electronica project The Caezars. KOKAYI continues to produce for various artists including upcoming projects by Wayna and Tamara Wellons(Ocha Records). Kokayi believes “ that if people want to hear good music then that’s what they’re going to get.” Currently the Kokayi produced single “Midnight Rendezvous” from Ethiopian singer Wayna’s forthcoming release Higher Ground has charted at Number 5 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip Hop Singles Sales (up from number 10) and Number 22 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Sales charts (up from 41). Listeners need to take heed. KOKAYI is an artist and producer who not only pushes the envelope but deconstructs it and turns it into something else br for press and interviews contact publicist seshat yonshea at massinstructions@gmail.com for bookings contact tishia p. at pho13music@gmail.com production credits and discography-www.kokayi202.com |
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My Interests |
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Music:Member Since: 4/11/2005Band Website: kokayi202.com Band Members: kokayi-voce.beats.instruments.vicadin. Influences: KRS 1, PREFUSE 73, Organized Konfusion, PE,RUN DMC, Pete Rock, Preemo, Antonio Carlos Jobim, Cachao, Bob Marley, Nina Simone, Steve Coleman. View Kokayi's EPK Record Label: pho13myuzik Type of Label: None |
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My Background and Lifestyle |
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| Occupation: | Music Artist (Minimalist / Breakcore / Lounge) |
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| Hey friends and Fam,
Here are some updates and reminders.
If you haven't already go to youtube and peep my music video "Know Us Mayne" directed by Trent Watts.
Don't forget I pe... Posted by kokayi on Tue, 20 May 2008 07:25:00 PST |
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ARTSCAPE |
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| Aww damn , it's that time again, time to vote for me for some contest somewhere. i know i've asked for your support at URB.com (to the chagrin of some due to their 1769 layered polling process..theirs... Posted by kokayi on Fri, 02 May 2008 08:54:00 PST |
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the Caesarz |
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| Free 99. that's what they call it. I'm making new shit all the time and i get tired of hoarding. Not hoarding cats and things of that nature i hord music. I create tons and then let it bubble awaiting... Posted by kokayi on Mon, 28 Apr 2008 10:05:00 PST |
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Eddie Black black |
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| This is a message from my folks out LA doing this internet tv jont. I'm scoring some portions of the shows and i did the theme on it. so peep the next episode..whhhurr we whurrrrrnt..K
The second epis... Posted by kokayi on Fri, 25 Apr 2008 03:23:00 PST |
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Reveiw from popcesspool.net |
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| In the midst of filling out my 08 RBMA app. I found this...peep the review from popcesspool.net. As suggested, i’ll gather all the lyrics and post them here with history and all. if you ha... Posted by kokayi on Wed, 02 Apr 2008 06:57:00 PST |
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SXSW-the recap. |
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| The Austin SXSW excursion is complete. Awash with whisky sours, Fogo de Chao, SOCO n-tea, parties and new bands., I’m good. Follow that up with a 5am drive to San Antonio, factor in TSA a... Posted by kokayi on Wed, 19 Mar 2008 09:09:00 PST |
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Mass Instructions French release.. |
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| No, i didn’t license the record for French porn jonts. It comes out (snicker)... it is arriving in stores on the 12th of May throughout all of France. So all my french folks, ple... Posted by kokayi on Tue, 18 Mar 2008 04:28:00 PST |
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On Sale |
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| Off to Austin manyana..but look here. the record is now available on UGHH.. peep it..buy it. and the true vid is back up. I’ll have fun and free drinks on your behalf.
my name is kokayi and i ap... Posted by kokayi on Wed, 12 Mar 2008 12:31:00 PST |
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R. AYE DEE EYE OH! |
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| While i'm at it. i know i said call the lines and request Moonlight Rendezvous by Wayna..for sure do that..and while you are at it.. call them and mention that good Knowus Mayne as well. call them and... Posted by kokayi on Wed, 12 Mar 2008 09:10:00 PST |
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Five on IT! |
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| Aiight so Moonlight rendezvous is number 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 R&B/Hip Hop Single Sales. the pimp hath begun. look if you are in the are start hitting up the stations. Hot 99.5, WKYS, PGC, WH... Posted by kokayi on Sat, 08 Mar 2008 09:06:00 PST |
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My Friends |
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