Ras Amankwatia
Meet Ghana-born UK Open Mic performer Ras Amankwatia:
Hi Ras Amankwatia, thanks for joining us! Let’s get into it:
Do you play solo only, or also in a group?
Solo
How old are you?
35
Where were you born?
Ghana
Where did you grow up?
Ghana
How did that place influence your music? (if at all!)
The social life, the economic system, the circumstances around us .
Where are you based now, and why?
London and the reason is, I am now a British citizen.
What got you into making music in the first place?
It’s a gift since childhood.
What instrument/s do you play?
Singing
Rapping
Rapping
Who would be in your top 10 musical influences, and why?
Buju Banton, Jamiel, Vybez Kartel, Capleton, Shatta Wale, Sizzla, Movado, Culture, Stonebowy, Popcaan. The reason is, I like how their music inspire life and also how they flow.
Do you write your own songs?
Yes
How many years have you been writing songs for?
10
What process, or processes, do you often find yourself using when you write songs?
The life experiences, what I see, what I feel, society issues, economical system.
How long have you been playing open mic nights?
5
Why did you get into playing them in the first place?
I believe as an emerging artist, playing open mics help to build an effective fanbase and also help to gain stage experiences (how to perform well on stage and to engage with the fans).
What advice would you give new performers who are just starting out playing their first open mics?
As a new performer, it is more likely you come on stage and people won’t give you all the attention needed, but once they begging to realise how good you are , you will eventually get the attention needed. Also, performing open mics builds a new performers confidence and help gain stage presence.
What’s the hardest thing, for you, about playing open mics?
None
What’s the most bizarre, or fun, open mic, or gig, you’ve ever played, and why?
The most fun open mic was Box Park Shoredic and Wembley. This is because, the fans felt the energy within a short time and started engaging with me on stage.
If it’s not already, are you hoping to make music your full-time career?
Yes
What do you currently find the hardest and biggest obstacles to moving your music career forward?
A good management and event promoter to put me on shows.
What’s the one truth about you that people often find surprising?
In normal life, I seem to be a cool guy , but on stage, it look monster. I am very energetic on stage and know how to engage with fans.
What’s the most exciting project you’re working on at the moment?
Am working on my new projects for 2025. I have recorded 7 new songs for 2025 releases. I am currently dropping my first single of the year on 6th March titled ” JOURNEY “.
Do you have your own music video, channel or playlist you’d like to share?
https://youtube.com/@rasamankwatia_rtm?si=R2v-seyBhoWyKrO_
Do you have music on streaming? What’s you main streaming channel to send people to?
https://audiomack.com/ras-amankwatia-tafari
Where is the main place should people go to find out more about you?
@ras_amankwatia
What other sites/profiles should people go to to find out more about you?
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https://wa.me/message/ZZIGC5RUMQZDB1
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We’re done! Anything else you want to share before we go?
No thanks!