Suzanna Owiyo Blog
Nyatiti Basics: Strings, Tuning, and the Shape of the Instrument
A beginner-friendly guide to the nyatiti’s eight strings, bowl resonator, variable tuning, layered playing technique, and place in Luo musical life.
Showcase Festival vs Public Festival: Different Goals for Artists
A music showcase prioritizes discovery and professional visibility, while a public festival builds a broader audience experience. Here is how artists can prepare for each format and assess events that combine both.
Writing Lyrics in More Than One Language: Sound, Meaning, and Audience
Learn how to write multilingual lyrics that sound natural, give each language a clear purpose and welcome listeners without explaining away the song’s mystery.
How to Write About an Artist’s Influence Without Making Every Claim Grandiose
A practical method for tracing an artist’s influences through listening history, musical choices, relationships, places, and verifiable evidence without resorting to hype.
Ed Sheeran’s Gutless Macklemore Response Shows the Emptiness of Celebrity Neutrality
TLDR There are plenty of celebrities who love talking about kindness, unity, compassion and using their platforms responsibly when none of those things cost them
How Musicians Can Use QR Code Stickers to Promote New Music at Live Shows
TLDR A good live show creates attention that most online campaigns would struggle to buy. The audience has heard the songs, seen the performer, and