This Is It!
tjil speaks to artists KK and Lioness on what it means to be part of The Dogg's final concert line-up.
Martin Morocky, popularly known as The Dogg, has revealed that his long-awaited 'This Is It' concert and charity cup is slated for 29 September at the Unam stadium.
The concert is anticipated to be one of the biggest event in the country and will see an audience of over 12 000 in attendance as unity is created among old and new artists in the country. The concert will see local and international artists perform.
We caught up with newcomer, female rapper Lioness, who says she's honoured to be part of the concert. Having been noticed by an industry giant like The Dogg is a confidence booster, according to the Dreams singer.
“The Dogg is one of the artists that I know who scouts for young, fresh and truly talented individuals; he always gives his honest opinion and has gained so much experience in the industry that he isn't shy to share. He deemed me as the one of the best rappers in Namibia, which really humbled me. I am inspired to just do bigger and better,” she said.
Lioness says the “premature game” will not be the same without him and that she will miss his vibrant character and his signature laugh.
“I've learned one of the most fundamental lessons: To always preserve no matter what, accept criticism and rise up when knocked down.”
Khaima singer KK says the role of artists, besides making music, is to be role models and an inspiration to their communities. He further said The Dogg is a legend in the industry and has contributed tremendously to “the growth of our small industry” and for that he will always have his respect.
Asked what he will miss about the Mshasho founder, in terms of releasing new music, KK said it is his superstar status and the great records he made.
“I think it might be a personal decision for him to close the chapter now, so I don't really want to comment on that, but he is young and still has a few albums in him.
“But like I said, it's a personal decision. I've learned from him to believe in yourself, regardless of what people might say or think of you. Always keep your eye on the prize.”
June Shimuoshili
The concert is anticipated to be one of the biggest event in the country and will see an audience of over 12 000 in attendance as unity is created among old and new artists in the country. The concert will see local and international artists perform.
We caught up with newcomer, female rapper Lioness, who says she's honoured to be part of the concert. Having been noticed by an industry giant like The Dogg is a confidence booster, according to the Dreams singer.
“The Dogg is one of the artists that I know who scouts for young, fresh and truly talented individuals; he always gives his honest opinion and has gained so much experience in the industry that he isn't shy to share. He deemed me as the one of the best rappers in Namibia, which really humbled me. I am inspired to just do bigger and better,” she said.
Lioness says the “premature game” will not be the same without him and that she will miss his vibrant character and his signature laugh.
“I've learned one of the most fundamental lessons: To always preserve no matter what, accept criticism and rise up when knocked down.”
Khaima singer KK says the role of artists, besides making music, is to be role models and an inspiration to their communities. He further said The Dogg is a legend in the industry and has contributed tremendously to “the growth of our small industry” and for that he will always have his respect.
Asked what he will miss about the Mshasho founder, in terms of releasing new music, KK said it is his superstar status and the great records he made.
“I think it might be a personal decision for him to close the chapter now, so I don't really want to comment on that, but he is young and still has a few albums in him.
“But like I said, it's a personal decision. I've learned from him to believe in yourself, regardless of what people might say or think of you. Always keep your eye on the prize.”
June Shimuoshili
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