Meshach Abednego

Meshach Abednego is a performing artist from New York. Images come to mind of Robert Johnson and Bob Dylan when listening to his music, but those are quickly replaced by the images and messages his music articulates.

Tony Coke: You play guitar, sing, and write.
Which do you identify most with or which would you rather be known for?

Meshach Abednego: I’m more of a performing artist than anything else. I say that because my work is driven a sense of social mission. So wether its with an instrument, my voice or written words, my aim is to uplift humanity and support social justice. Its my passion for humanity and love for those that suffer that I would like to be known for.

Tony Coke: How has being from Brooklyn influenced your music?

Meshach Abednego: I’ve lived in Brooklyn for most of my life and have been really shaped by its cultural diversity. This diversity has given me a freedom to explore different sounds and genres that you don’t often hear in mainstream music. Its liberating. So I guess you can say, Brooklyn has liberated me.

Tony Coke: You have a great video on your YouTube channel with your son, Thaddeus. It looks like he has passion, I see a possible duo in the future. Has having a child effected your music or musical ambitions?
Meshach Abednego: Thaddeus is my muse. I experienced a creative awakening when he was born. Being a parent has made me keenly aware of my impact on the lives of others. Now its much more important that I follow my passion and teach my son how to live in bliss.

Tony Coke: That is great! The times have really changed, everyone should follow their passion. You have an EP scheduled for release in September, how is that going and what can we expect from that? Will it be just you, or will there be a band backing you? What is the recording process like for you?

Meshach Abednego: I’m recording at Battalion Studios in Brooklyn which a classic indi-rock environment. The songs are all traditional Delta Blues sound with just me on vocals, rhythm guitar and stomp-box percussion (like Son House or Robert Johnson).

Tony Coke: Cool. What’s coming up for Meshach Abednego after the release and how can people best connect with you?

Meshach Abednego: After the album release in September, I’ll be focusing on touring for the remainder of the year. I’ll be performing locally in September and October and am scheduling performances in Canada, London and Paris in December.

You can keep up to date on everything on my Facebook and Twitter pages.
https://www.facebook.com/meshach.nyc
http://twitter.com/meshachabednego