Idoko kelvin idoko also known as DNero Born on the 5th of November . He’s originated from Benue State. He had his early life in akowonjo/alimosho Lagos before moving to Apapa in Lagos.
DNero is a graduate of criminology and security studies from the university of illorin .
A prolific song writer, musical artiste major in making Afro beats music.
Questions :
At what point did you discover that singing is the career you want to pursue?
I have been making music since 2018 attending grassroot entertainment events . I recorded my first song in 2021 my inspiration is from real life affairs from within and around me. I love keeping fit, singing and growing my mind.
Tell us how the audition days and early age when struggling for studio bookings were, how frustrating and challenging were those days?
In 2021 I had an accident and my life flashed right before my eyes so I decided to do what I love to do as life is short. Thank God, I have an uncle who base in Abuja sometime ago he was the person that made payment for my first studio recording.
Facing the crowd on stage as a music artist is another issue on its own, how did you overcome the fears, if you were nervous at first?
I don’t really feel nervous at the first moment I faced huge crowd in a music concert.
I’m a confident and outspoken person who is always expressive of himself. I’m socially grounded to relate with people, so I have never had fright online fear when it comes to facing crowd.
Which song was your first hit track and was it a viral song that trend for longer period of time?
‘Control’ was my first hit track but I have other tracks hitting harder right now.
Since you started singing, have you landed on any big stage with other music stars. Tell us how the event went?
Yes I have shared big stages with a couple of stars, my encounter with 9ice was one fascinating encounter .
If you’re not into music , tell us other profession you would have dab into ? And why ?
To be candid, if I wasn’t into music I would have dabbled into fashion because am also a fashion designer, I have a brand called 4shot wears and as the music is growing, the brand is also growing gracefully.
Are you under a record label deal presently ? If not tell us why ?
I’m not under a record label deal for now, I’m still an independent music artiste. I’m still hoping for the best because I desire a very juicy deal .
What has been your biggest challenge in music industry ?
Fake promoters. The high rate of fake promoters is so alarming.
Tell us about your new song project that is coming out soon?
I have a few songs I’m working on for my next EP, one of it is titled D’DON which is coming out real soon. I urge my fans and good listeners should get ready for the jam.
What advice would you give other fast rising music artists?
My special advice to young stars is to keep grinding and stay real to their talents.