Back with a Bang

With the release of our new video and the response that you have given us, we think its fair to say that Present Minds have started 2015 with a bang. As a unit there has been a huge level of growth. So far so good - let’s see what the rest of the year has in store for Present Minds. 

Be sure to check out the Video if you have yet to see it. We are sure you'll enjoy it.

Santego at the Hackney Empire

Check out SOLSINE's track Monster ft Santego

This month has most definitely set up a good foundation for a successful year. As well as our development as a group we are each mastering our crafts as individuals.
Santego has had a very busy start to this year making serveral appearances with garage/Drum 'n' bass group SOLSINE. The highlights of the year so far being peforming with SOLSINE both at Hackney Empire on the 8th of January and at their EP launch on the 17th of January.







With the incredible start to the year we've had, its understandable that we would be excited about everything that is in store for 2015. One of them being the Open Mic Night we are hosting February 25th. We have an amazing line up for the show and we hope that you make every effort to be there. Having recently launched our own EP, which may we add, was a success thanks to you all. We are now focusing on bringing out new material.

The flyer for our upcoming open mic night

In the upcoming months as a music collective we look forward to our performing at different shows. In the near future each member of Present Minds will be focusing on their own solo tapes so make sure you watch out for them! 

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Present Minds Plan

Happy new year everyone! Before we get into the blog post we just wanted to thank you guys for your support in 2014 it was much appreciated. We cant wait for you to see what we have in-store.

with that being said, we're sure that you've all heard the phrase:

Failure to plan, is planning to fail.

That is a message Present Minds has heard loud and clear. We have decided to share a brief overview of our plan.

Long Term Goals

Present Minds long term goals is to build our brand awareness, we also plan on performing at bigger events reaching out to a more broad audience.

Present Minds is also planning on releasing on our own solo tapes during this year, this should show our listeners how versatile we are as individual artists as well as a music collective.


Short Term Goals

In the near future we will be releasing a second tape which should provides a different sound from our previous tape 'Hidden Identity’. we also look forward to performing our new songs and see how people react to our music.


Where can supporters see us perform?

Present Minds should be will be performing at a variety of venues including Open Mics all around London. Our closest up and coming performance will be at 333 Mother Bar Old Street. EC1V 9LE London, we hope to see you there.

Remember teamwork makes the dream work. Keep sharing our music and 2015 will most definitely be a big one for present minds.

Signed: Present Minds

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Highlights of 2014

Well its the last day of year and we would like to thank all our supporters for being with us on this journey. I hope you enjoy all our favourite memories from this year, which range from the launch of our EP and our fire in the streets, to Santego quitting smoking and shutting down his set with Solsine. It has definitely been a year of growth for all of us individually as well as a collective. As with every year, this year has had its ups and downs. But like any real family we got through them together and are ready to do it bigger and better in 2015.

We wish you all a...

Here are our highlights of 2014

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Just getting Started

 We officially have our own body of work an it feels nothing short of amazing. The best part, is that we did it together.

Present Minds after a performing at 4i's mixtape launch

 Here are some of our thoughts on our new EP 'Hidden Identity' which is available on soundcloud now

Favourite song: Sweet song

RuChi's Thoughts

How does it feel to have your own body of work? 

How does it feel to have your own body of work?
Present Minds having their own body of own shows progression and growth, it also shows how versatile we are as a collective whilst still being able to have fun with each other which makes the work and effort that goes into making an EP worth while and easy. 

What's it like to perform songs live?
Present Minds performing the songs live off the EP 'Hidden Identity' has been fun and cool. Each performances has allows us to grow and communicate effectively with our audience whilst still catching a good vibe. Performing on stage provides you with an opportunity to goconquer your fears whilst delivering a great performance.

I enjoy performing sweet song because it has got a a nice catchy melody which is easy for the audience to listen recite the lyrics themselves too. 

Santego's thoughts

what is your favourite song on the EP?

My favourite song from our latest EP is "Sweet Song", mainly because I feel it engages with the audience the most and gets the best response.

How does it feel to have your own body of work?

It's great to have a body of work that we can promote and showcase to our followers. In my opinion, I believe it's imperative to have a foundation of work that people can always refer back to, inevitably this will demonstrate our growth as musicians. 

What is the best thing about performing your songs live?

Performing our songs live is a helpful way to understand our strong and weaker areas. Seeing how the audience responds gives us an idea of different ways to approach our music, song writing and developing our sound

It seems like 'sweet song' is a popular choice amongst the group. Check out the rest of our EP on our soundcloud.

Keep your eyes open of next weeks blog to view all our highlights of the year.  

Signed: Present Minds

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Getting to Know Present Minds Part 5

Getting to Know...

Age: 19

Role within the group: Ellsz is a Rapper/ Poet in the Present Minds movement.

Background: At a young age he found himself in and out of school because he says; and I quote, he had 'A problem with authority' during secondary school he found that he had a very creative mind and every creative art he put his mind to , he excelled in.


Question Time...

What made you start Rapping?

"Music stood out for me as it was a place where I found comfort , I could pick up things easily , instruments , rhythms and it gave me a way to vent out my emotions in art form."




What are your Current Pursuits?

"In 2015 I aims to develop my understanding on music and instruments further and broaden the arisen for myself and the PM collective.

In addition to that I also learning more about spirituality and obtaining a more conscious mind

Looking into the history of rap and the culture of hip hop"




What inspires you to continue Rapping?

"My everyday life inspires me to write, circumstances, situations, encounters etc. But my family inspire me the most; my mother Sonia Smith & my sister Christina (ChrissieFizz) the positive energy and support from the both of them is kind of what keeps me going, not to mention my team PM"




What do you Feel you Bring to the Group? 

"The people I work alongside are so talented they inspire me to progress , we keep a healthy competition between us which forces up to remain at the top of our game."




What is the best thing about being in Present Minds?

"The best thing about being a part of Present Minds is watching my team grow and progress."

Signed: Present Minds

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Getting to Know Present Minds - Part 3

Diamond

Age:20

Role within the group: Rapper, Singer
and Dancer

Current Pursuits: Being a man of many talents Diamond is focused on developing all his skills in order to be the best all round artist he can be

Quick Fire round...

What Made You start Rapping, Singing and Dancing?

"I didn't rap for years because I had a stutter , until I noticed that I could rap with out stuttering, even now I still stutter just rarely. I've been around a dancing environment from my school days, training every evening after school. I then auditioned for and got into the Brit school furthering my ability to dance. This gave me the ability to develop my skills by allowing me to learn more technical styles. Being around so many musicians at the Brit school allowed me to experiment with my rapping more especially as I know from experience that I could rap without stuttering. That then brought me Into vocal training and starting singing , gradually found my style

and practiced!

What do you feel you bring to the group?
"I brought the group together so I guess I have a strong bond with everyone , I feel like I bring unity to my peers and brothers"







Signed: Present Minds

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Getting to Know Present Minds - Part 4

Age:20


Role Within the group: The Main Singer within the group


Current Pursuits:
RuChi is currently working on various projects with Present Minds including their latest E.P “Hidden Identity”. At the moment Present Minds has been focusing on raising their brand awareness through performing at Open Mics and different shows.

Step into The Hot Seat...

What inspired you start Singing and Rapping?

"From a young age I’ve been raised up listening to Hip Hop, so I would say music is something natural to me. I grew up hearing quite a lot of old school 90s music e.g. Hip Hop, Neo Soul, Jazz and Funk so that’s where the journey started. Also my past experience has inspired me to write songs and produce music that is tangible to my listeners."


What do you feel you bring to the group?

"I feel like as a singer within the group I’ve been told I bring an authentic soulful funk to the group."


What do you enjoy about being in Present Minds?

"I would say the most interesting thing about Present Minds is that individually we bring different musical aspects to the table whether it be Rapping, Singing, Dancing or Graphic Designing we have different roles to play which allows us to be versatile. As well as enjoying what we love to do and setting a high standard for the music we create as young musicians."

Signed: Present Minds

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Twitter: @Presentminded_
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