Just havin Some Fun!!!

So I'm in Orlando, FL now. How I ended up here? I don't know but in any case Im still making beats. I was playin around with a new concept. Its still in the early pahses. Its sorta techno-ish but I think this beats some bounce. What you think?

The Element of Freedom

Hey guys. I know its been a while since my last post but a lot has been going on. I won't bore you with the details but to make it simple I've moved out of my old place in YBs spot (cause I need every penny I can save for the tour). I wanted to write this post because I been experiencing life in a new way. I left my job and started this new project, or way of life rather, and I have never felt more free. Almost every thing I do is about my music. Wow! From producing tracks, building concepts, spending hours upon hours in the studio, recording, mixing, tweaking, and even performing. The artists that I am working with are phenomenal. This is the element of freedom that I have been dying to experience.


Now don't get it twisted cause it ain't all glitter and gold yet but the essence of what I am fortunate enough to be able to be doing with my life is incredible. The material things haven't manifested yet....by far. I say this because I think it is important to believe in what you want and go after it regardless of money, credentials and what you consider lack. Just do it as best as you can, with passion, love & belief, the rest will fall into place.

For my FL Studio heads!!!!!

This is a little showcase of this beat I made in FL Studio 8. The sample comes from Ella Fitzgerald and Louis Armstrong's "I've Got Plenty." I love jazz and I love the classics. I thought I would remake one of my fav's. The video quality ain't all that but you can click on my reverbnation link at the top the page to get the full effect of the song. What do ya think?

Press Release - Come Out and Support

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: NENELWA TOMI MARCH 16, 2010 NENELWA.TOMI@GMAIL.COM / 413-512-0745 Goucher College Presents “A Glimpse of Africa” on Saturday, April 17, 2010 Cultural Exhibition Will Raise Funds for Local Charities BALTIMORE -- Goucher College’s Programming Board is hosting “A Glimpse of Africa,” a cultural exhibition and fundraising event, on Saturday, April 17, at 7 p.m. in the Hyman Forum of the Athenaeum. This event is open to the public, but tickets are required. Tickets may be purchased for $3 at the door the night of the event. For more information, contact Nenelwa Tomi at 413-512-0745 or nenelwa.tomi@gmail.com. “A Glimpse of Africa” will feature vendors and performances by The Nu-World Art Ensemble, a community-based theater and dance ensemble that addresses important issues affecting youth; E the Poet Emcee, a spoken-word/hip-hop performer and social-change advocate; the Rhythm Step Team from Towson University; Nsomniak, a local musical duo that blends African sounds with contemporary hip-hop; and others. A portion of the proceeds from ticket sales will benefit Ivorian Hope Charities Inc., a Maryland nonprofit that provides humanitarian assistance, economic relief, and educational opportunities to help rebuild the Ivory Coast; and to the Community Organized Response (COR) Mental and Physical Fitness program, a Baltimore-based community organization that promotes health and exercise among young people worldwide. This event is sponsored in part by Goucher College’s Programming Board and the Social Justice Committee.

How cool is this?

This is why I love technology so much. From the first guitar invented hundreds of years ago, who would have thought this would be where we end up today? Incredibly fascinating. Can't wait to get one of my own. I wonder if you actually have to be good at the guitar to play this?

J Dilla the Legend

J Dilla is one of my favorite hip-hop producers (may he rest in peace). James "J Dilla" Yancey was probably one of the most versatile, original, creative and brilliant producers I've ever heard. His music and ideas were pure genius and he continues inspire me as I create. For those of you that don't know J Dilla was the mastermind behind countless hip/neo-soul classics and produced for a plethora of artists from Common to Slum Village to Busta Rhymes to Dwele to Erykah Badu (you get the idea). With that being said I will leave you with a track he produced for Erykad badu. Im sure you heard this one before. Also if your a Dilla fanatic like me then you will be able to appreciate a recent documentary about his life that was made by Stussy Records. Check it out HERE. Hope you enjoy and feel free to let me know your favorite Dilla track(s). Peace ya'll!

Call me nerdy.....

But I can't help but think how cool this is. Who says there ain't a science to all this music production stuff? This guy built a Frankentein MPC, wtf? Pure genius!!!