Theo Mawali

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Theo Mawali is a Jamaican born songwriter, hip hop/rap artist and producer currently residing in the U.K. 
Theo seamlessly weaves his way through genres such as Rap/HipHop, Reggae, Dancehall, And RnB, whether it be from a producer or a recording artist standpoint. "Though it might seem, i popped up unto the scene, I have been recording music and practicing my craft for over 10 years"

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What is music to you? What does it give you?

For me personally music is therapy, its energy, it's life. Music gives me vehicle to make a positive influence on the world.

What is your music dream?

To be able to tour the world and perform for people

If you could change the world - what would you start with?

I would start with education; In particular history, I believe history as we know it has been truly distorted, I would fix that. The world around us as we see it, is based mainly on our perceptions, our perceptions are formed by information we accept as truth. If our truths are really based on fiction, then we have the world we live in presently....not a very good one.

Which is the most memorable song from your childhood?

That would have to be "War" by Bob Marley

Who are your favorite musical artists or bands?

The music I listen to is eclectic, I go through different periods, where i binge on a specific artist, but at the moment I cant say a favourite.

What inspires you to make music?

There is an energy within me drives my creativity, I want to inspire people, just like other musicians inspire me. Initially I made music just for myself and close friends, who have convinced me to release songs to the public, I guess the drive also comes from the reaction i get form other people when they hear a song I did

What is the message you want to send with your music?

Positivity

How do you feel when you perform in front of an audience?

Euphoria, I get lost within myself, I zone out , there is a deep connection with music at that point

How do you see the musicians’ reality nowadays? What could be improved?

At the moment, I think the leap technological advancement has given many talent in the musical landscape and around world the a voice that could be heard globally, while earn a living form doing what they love, without gate keepers, I think that's great. There is not a lot I would change at the moment.

What do you think of Drooble?

Great platform to get you music in font of a huge audience, one of those essential tools an artist need!

What frustrates you most as a musician?

Issues with patience, I like to get things done ASAP and sometimes things don't pan out that way

Do you support your local scene as a fan? How?

Yeah, I go out to see shows of upcoming talent , and I support there work on my social platforms, by sharing, liking and commenting.

What qualities should a musician nowadays have in order to get their music heard by a larger audience?

I believe musician nowadays have to have stamina and perseverance, and being able to create and delivery great content consistently.

Share some awesome artists that we’ve never heard of.

a artist form the UK artist called "Cashh" and a RnB artist from my city called "Skeete"