Korede Bello Opens Up About His Mavin Contract and More

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We all knew when popular producer and label boss Don Jazzy signed his three ‘children’ – Di’ja, Korede Bello and Reekado Banks.
With each one doing well musically, it’s no doubt evidence Don Jazzy made the right choice.
Talking about choices, let’s put one of the three musketeers under our spotlight.
Here’s a sneak peek into Korede Bello’s life and career:

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Who exactly is Korede Bello?
Korede Bello is a young man who is passionate about music and life. He is also passionate about using his voice to spark life in people
What’s your fetish?
To be honest, headphones.
Headphones? Do you have a collection?
Yeah I do, actually. I have one from almost all the notable brands like – JBL, Beats by Dre, BMO and I’m on a quest to gather more.
So, basically I have a fetish for quality sound. My ears always itch for quality sound.
What’s your fashion sense?
I just like to look simple, Mega and a touch of African.
Are you particular about wearing designer outfits?
Not really. I wear whatever is in my wardrobe on my WOODIN fabric and I’m good to go.
What’s with the jheri curled hairdo?
I just wanted a vintage look. I liked it, people loved it, and so it stuck.
How has the musical journey been so far and when did it start?
It has been really great, I kid you not. It’s been a wonderful journey.
My musical journey started before primary school; I loved moving to beats. So, yeah it started a long time ago and I still have a long way to go by His grace.
Despite the fact that there have been ups and downs, mountains to climb, rivers to swim, bridges to pass, still, no regrets.
What is the major difference between you now (all famous) back then as an upcoming artiste?
I’m still the same Korede Bello. I still enjoy doing what I do, with the same hunger I started with. The only difference is, of course, alerts are coming in which I’m grateful for and I’m also a part of a wonderful family. (Mavin)
Are you saying no attitude change(s) towards the people that have known you during the days of humble beginning?
Our people say “20 friends no dey play for 20 years”. In other words, as you journey on the path to success or greatness, you lose some, you gain some; a few will stay. But, I’m still in touch with those ‘few’.
What genre of music are you most comfortable with?
I won’t say it’s this or that because if you put me on any beat, I’ll still sing. If you’ve noticed, my songs are of different genres. My kind of music isn’t boxed up in the genre folder.
I do different genres but with one message or purpose which is ‘make people happy and spread love, togetherness’.
Does your music have a particular target audience?
That’s a very intricate question. I can tell you it’s for young people; girls, guys… But to be honest, the way I thought my fan base was isn’t how it is in reality. Judging from my social media, the demography shows ages 2 to 90 years. So basically, my music cuts across different works of life and ages.
It reaches people as young as they can be and as old as they get.
Do you have any dream collaboration(s)?
Yeah. Ed Sheeran.
About five years ago, when people asked me this same question, I said ASA. Four years later, it happened. So, I’m positive I’ll get an Ed Sheeran collaboration someday.
Speaking of collaborations, are you working on any? And with who?
Not really, especially for my first project. I want people to get to know me and my music for now.
Are you saying collaborations are on hold?
Not necessarily. We keep recording if any opportunity comes up. We record and keep in our folder; when the need arises, we put it out there.
Any latest nomination and how’s Awards shelf looking like at the moment?
To be very honest, I’m not keeping track of awards for some reasons…
Reasons like?
I feel like I just started even though I didn’t just start. I believe people that deserve awards are those that have been in the game for a long time and are still relevant.
But yeah, if it comes I won’t decline.
What major shows have you performed at of late?
Not keeping track. But my next major show is taking place this month, that’s the “Bellovers Connect, UK”
Did you partake in the recent One Lagos Concert?
Of course.
Is the ‘Mega Superstar’ in a relationship?
I’m in a relationship with the one and only… Baba GOD and my fans.
You never know, ‘the one’ may even be reading this interview.
Rumour has it that you are Dating Dj Cuppy’s younger sister…
Where did you get that from!? (laughs)
Anyway, I’m a big fan of her.
Just a fan?
(laughing) Fan is a fan… I’m a big fan of Temi and we’re cool.
Speaking of fans, how do you handle the female ones?
I love all of them and we have an understanding. They are my people.
Tell us about the famous wink…
That wink was spontaneous. It was a reflex action. I literally forgot I closed one eye but when the (Dorobucci) video was released, my timeline was buzzing and I thought to myself in this whole video that has plenty fine girls, the one that caught your attention during my only scene was a ‘wink’!
That was when I knew that God indeed is powerful. HE can use anything as insignificant as you may think it is and turn it into a big deal.
What’s your relationship like with your fellow Mavin crew and Don Jazzy?
Hmm. Like I said earlier, we’re a family. We’re good. We support each other, emotionally, mentally, musically etc. We have our down moments that you guys don’t hear about. We share these moments within ourselves and sort it out. Plus, the fans see us as a family oriented label, that keeps us strong as well.
Rumour has it that your Mavin contract expires next year (2017), and you plan on leaving when it does…
(laughs) You really need to tell me where you are hearing all these rumours o!
I don’t know where you heard it but I’m going to be with Mavin for a long time.
What’s Korede Bello up to when he is not working?
I’m sleeping o! Or I’m waking up.
No extra-curricular activities?
I go to the movies, once in a while. I travel a lot, so most of the time I’m very busy; either playing the guitar and recording. The little time off I get, I rest.
When should we expect your album?
Hmm… Ghen Ghen!! You did not say ‘rumour has it’ for this one o!
Anyway, this album, the MEGA album, the Mungo Park journey to discovering this album… will be revealed to you shortly!
No way!! Give a hint, at least! End of the year or next year?
I don’t want to put a date out there and have to postpone because I’m not totally ready.
I want to be completely done with it before I say anything, but I promise it’ll be revealed shortly.

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