Obaro Ejimiwe, Ghostpoet
Life and its alluring unpredictability inspires me ...
UK artist and producer Ghostpoet is hailed as one of the most forward-thinking voices in the British music industry, masterfully sidestepping genre classifications with his unique blend of hip-hop, soul and dubstep. The Mercury Prize-nominated artist is equal parts MC and performance poet, winning fans with his vibrant live performances and inimitable presence. After releasing his debut album Peanut Butter Blues and Melancholy Jam in 2011 and following up with Some Say I So I Say Light this year, Ghostpoet has performed at major music festivals around the world and is set to light up The Spiegeltent at Brisbane Festival this Sunday September 15. The Weekend Edition took five with the gifted whiz kid to talk inspirations and perfect weekends.
How do you like to start your weekend?
By playing some jazz and easing myself into it.
What’s your favourite thing to do on a Saturday morning?
Have a soy latte and an oatmeal biscuit from my local cafe.
How do you like to unwind?
By composing music.
What are your essentials for a well-spent weekend?
Good food, good company, good conversation.
What’s something you’ve been meaning to do on the weekend but haven’t got around to yet?
Read more books.
What’s your favourite thing to do on a Sunday evening?
Reflect on the week gone by and the week ahead.
What inspires you?
Life and its alluring unpredictability.
What was your childhood dream?
To stay alive for as long as possible …
What has been your greatest achievement?
Somehow starting a career in music.
What is success to you?
Being able to pay my bills whilst pursuing a passion.
What are your words of wisdom?
‘Stay hungry, stay foolish.’ – Steve Jobs.
FAVOURITE WEEKED SPOT TO:
Perk up … A run around Victoria Park, London.
Relax … People-watching on Kingsland Road, Hackney.
Dine … It depends – there are so many places, but I do love Boundary Restaurant in Shoreditch on a special occasion.
Indulge … Cake from Violet Cakes, Dalston.
Shop … BOXPARK Shoreditch.
Catch-up … Hoxton Square.
Be inspired … Anywhere in London.
