Meet ‘MSM Thrill’, Rave Hip-Hop Group
MSM Thrill is a Nigerian hip hop duo from Lagos State, consisting of rapper/ singer Kelly Vinelly ( Momodu Kelly) and rapper, singer/ producer Bobby( Momodu Robertson).
It was formed in 2012 and became official 2015, and is set to release their upcoming mixtape later this year. All tracks on the album E.H.S.E were produced by Bobby. Momodu Kelly and Momodu Robertson are brothers and took the names Kelly Vinelly and Bobby as rapper names, after which they began to record songs together, learning how to structure songs properly and practising vocal delivery. A prominent theme in Kelly Vinelly’s lyrics is his allegorical use of parts of the speech ranging from word play, similes to metaphors and his experiences in his natural surroundings. Bobby, the other member of MSM Thrill uses different rapping skills to entertain his audience. The group is set to release their debut singles and their debut mixtape E.H.S.E( Eleventh Hour Simple Effects).
How did your journey into music start?
It started during our younger years, we would always gather round and freestyle with other people. We loved the happiness derived from it and that happy feeling has always been our drive.
What is your music style?
Our music style is Hip Hop.
Do you compose your songs and what comes to your mind when composing?
How best to get the job done.
Number of tracks released?
14 tracks.
Tell us about how you came about one of your songs or what inspired that song?
Sometimes, you pass through certain situations and I think it’s best to use your initiative to find inspiration from whatever situation you find yourself.
Any collaboration with other artiste?
Yes.
Who are your inspirations?
A lot, from Kanye west to Jay Z, Jessie Jagz, many good artistes that do good music.
What are your chances in the music industry?
Well, time will tell that.
Aside music, what do you do for a living?
Working for my father as a personal assistant.
As an upcoming artiste, what are the challenges you’re facing in the industry?
Challenges will always be there, we can’t put our fingers on a particular one, our prayer is to always get over them.
If you make it big, what would you do?
I would love my parents to see everywhere in the world.
What is your ambition in the next five years?
By God’s grace, I hope to make Nigeria a force to be reckoned with in the aspect of entertainment.
Tell us your educational and family backgrounds.
I was born into a Christian family of six, our parents and two brothers. My dad is a quantity surveyor and my mom used to be a fashion designer, now a house a wife.
Are your parents in support of your music career?
Yes, they are.
How was growing up like?
Growing up in Nigeria was inspiring.
Are you in any relationship?
Yes.
