Thanks for checking in folks, I'm Ka-Chi. If you need to remember the name, think of something "catchy" (Yes I can be quirky:) I'd like to share my music with you here, and even better if you can make it out to a show.
You can scroll down to hear what other folks say about my music, or better yet, take a listen and decide for yourself. If you like what you hear, support independent music by buying my EP, tell a friend, come out to a show, or just make a connection. I like to meet folks who listen and feel what I have to say. Thanks and hope to see you around sometime!
STORIES BEHIND SOME OF THE SONGS
(Give my) Soul Liberty
- A self empowering song. I wrote this in December 2005 with the New Year a few days away when contemplating on resolutions for the coming Year. My resolution was to get up and go do what I really wanted to do and take control of my destiny. Also to live life the way I know it should be rather than the way it is. I think its very relevant to everyone at one point or another. For various reasons, some seemingly very practical, we are often confined by what society at different levels expects from us, and are afraid to step out as the unique individuals that we are. View the lyrics in the song player for more clarification
I Love You
- Like most of my songs, this one is close to the heart. A song about a loved one who is unsure about your feelings. How do you provide reassurance? Those three words are said so much.
Date With the Law
- A song I wrote as a composite of a few negative experiences dealing with the police. Nothing personal or malicious, just raw expression. I wrote this after returning home in Towson from Baltimore city one evening after being pulled over. It brought back memories of a few irregular traffic stops and I just wrote it as it came to me. I've also recorded a fleshed out version of this song, more aptly titled "Mr Policeman". Oh, and I don't own a gun either and am a very peace loving guy, but it appears some metaphors used in this song have been misread and misheard by some. Such is life.
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Ka-Chi's motto and calling is Soul Liberty, a term which he defines as
1) Seeking Freedom,
2) Pursuing Happiness through Love
3) Living in truth.
The honest singer songwriter cites philosopher Abraham Maslow's writing on Self Actualization when describing his theme; evidence of his deep thinking nature which is obvious in his songwriting. When you hear Ka-Chi's story, it becomes obvious to why this is so relevant to him.
Ka-Chi has lived in three continents, drawing material for his art from a wealth of cultural mixes and experiences. Music came at an early age, first as a listener from as far back as a toddler, then as a songwriter in pre teenage years when his parents brought home an electronic keyboard. His early influences ranged in style and genre from Bob Marley whose influence was heavily felt in Africa during his youth, to indigenous artists such as Afrobeat King Fela Kuti and Onyeka Onwenu.
Ka-Chi is an artist with an academic background in electrical engineering as ironic as that would seem. However as fate would have it, in 2005, music came around full circle and returned in the form of an acoustic guitar. Ka-Chi began putting his songwriting skills to work again, this time with a new instrument. His first recording, a 5 song EP titled "Soul Liberty-demos sessions" featured the critically acclaimed single, (Give my) Soul Liberty; a song that captures his theme. This debut EP was self produced and released in 2006.
The musical journey has led to a growing list of eclectic songs with a signature soulful world-folk/reggae flavor. Lyrical dexterity is the underlying strength - the ability to tell stories and deliver messages over entertaining rhythms and with such soul, are some endearing qualities of the music.
The early songs have themes dealing more so with the journey of self discovery through personal struggle and growth, and also carry messages of love, relationship, social concerns, and the occasional whimsical collection of intelligent lyrics.
Through his music, Ka-Chi shares experiences both real and fictional, personal or from an onlooker's perspective, and sometimes controversial, but the direction is always positive and inspirational, a trait lacking in a lot today's music.
Ka-Chi has performed extensively in the Mid-Atlantic area with appearances at World Cafe Live and other notable venues in Philadelphia, New York, Baltimore Maryland, New Jersey and Virginia. He has also made a number of FM radio features and his music is now receiving airplay on various stations including WEAA 88.9FM, WLOY 1620AM, and a number of internet radio and other streaming avenues. In December 2007, Ka-Chi embarked on a month long tour through the eastern half of the US covering 10 cities and received a rousing welcome at every stop. He is now working on the follow up to "Soul Liberty-demo sessions"
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"Ka-Chi sounds like the voice of a one-man revolution that is willing and able to spark a change for good, whether it be socially or in your way of thinking. It is as smart as anything else undiscovered you will hear for some time...... His music reflects how real his ideals are, and how honest of a person he is.....Plain and simple, this is music that begs to be heard; so do it. ".... Brian Campbell, www.DCathome.com
"With just a guitar and his rich, soulful vocals, the Baltimore based and Nigerian born Ka-Chi has released a very impressive debut consisting of 5 tunes that often walk the line with a sound reminiscent of the acoustic sides of Bob Marley and Ben Harper (the last cut on the disc is a great cover of Marley's "Redemption Song"). With a delivery that's very confident and laid-back, Soul Liberty - demo sessions shows that he is just as impressive lyrically as he is musically with lyrics dealing with subjects like life, relationships and taking control of your destiny. With a demo this good I can't wait to hear what Ka-Chi has in store for us next.... "
Geoff Melton, The Music Korner
"Ka-Chi's song "(Give my) Soul Liberty" entertains, soothes and inspires. He implores you to take control of your future and steer your destiny to the direction you want." ...www.naijajams.com
"(Give my) Soul Liberty" is one of the best songs by an indie artist that I've heard in a really long time (and I hear a LOT of indie music).
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Our 7/4 party @ the Red and the Black made weekly picks by the Washington Post’s Going out Guru’s and Dcist! If you’re in town, we hope you’ll come by and if you’re not, we hope you’ll help spread the word to your friends who will be here :) It’s a Name Your Cover show – as in pay what you want to get in the door and that cash is going to some great non-prof organizations. The night kicks off with a cover song contest and then we’re opening up the dance floor with some great DJs. $3 rail drinks all night. Hope to see you there - we'll still be going long after the fireworks cool off!
I could always use some more support from my friends. If you would please go to the following link and listen to my song it'd be greatly appreciated. Let me know what you think. http://www. wemix. com/clip. aspx?key=AB8868531C2C5042
The Marina district is a beautiful part of San Fran, enjoy~yes I got back from San D the 27th and it was jump back into the thick of work load. Phew I think I may have almost caught up again. Ha ha but probably not. Take care and have a great set tonight!
Just stopping by to say hello and see how you are liking my hometown area. Hope you're having a great time and sharing your music with lots of new fans. DeAnna
hi ka-chi...it's been a good minute eh? how now? i don't come on myspace as much as i used to. how is life? your music? hope all is well! are you on facebook too? that is my preferred poison it seems, lol. take care and have a wonderful weekend! :)
What's up and where you be? Hopin to link up but I know you are makin moves and situating.. so if I don't see you soon, surely I will hit up a show. Peace, Newsha
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