We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Dakar Harrigan. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Dakar below.
Dakar, appreciate you joining us today. When did you first know you wanted to pursue a creative/artistic path professionally?
The first time I new music would play a roll in my life, was when I was young beating on pots and pans. I always had a love for music or instruments coming together to create something beautiful sound.
Dakar, before we move on to more of these sorts of questions, can you take some time to bring our readers up to speed on you and what you do?
Yo, I go by the name Dakar, also known as Dakaribanz, out of Monterey County, Greenfield Ca. At a young age I knew music would play a big role in my life when, I was a baby beating on pots and pans. I grew up into learning how to play the drums. It was something about instruments coming together to make a joyful noise. What inspired me most as a child was seeing my cousin rap and create beats. That pushed me to go on and do the same. It wasn’t until 2016 where I decided to take music seriously. 2017 I went on to sign with this small label called AVAV. Which stood for Astonishing Vision Amazing Views. Did My first paid gigs with them and toured many schools and private events, however the relationship went bad. Since then, I’ve moved on to LA to pursue my Entertainment career. Recently start a Youtube channel with my partner Zeo Vert and have accumulated, 5420 Subscribers. Thats where we drop all of our content to cooking shows, Blind Dates and much more. You can find us at “Zeo x Kari Tv”. I am looking to entertain not only with my music but also with my personality and character. Giving fans and new views and escape from reality to freely veer off into a space of fantasy and comedy. Staying focused on my goals and dreams has led me to a great place. I know as I continue to work hard and believe in myself and show love to the ones around me the sky is the limit.
What do you find most rewarding about being a creative?
The most enriching and soul-nourishing facet of being an artist or creator, as I see it, lies in the profound ability to be a guiding light for young minds that once walked a path similar to mine. In my formative years, the scarcity of positive role models propelled me towards avenues that lacked the transformative influence they should have possessed. Becoming an artist has bestowed upon me the extraordinary privilege of not only embracing the values, principles, and upbringing that my parents instilled in me but also amplifying these sacred messages to resonate with the upcoming generation through my artistic expressions, musical compositions, and creative endeavors.
Is there something you think non-creatives will struggle to understand about your journey as a creative?
In a world where distractions and negative forces abound, I find profound solace in knowing that my creative efforts can be an antidote, thats something only a handful of people know. Looking to draw youth towards a brighter path. The allure lies not merely in crafting compelling content, but in masterfully interweaving that allure with a message that uplifts, encourages, and empowers. This is the compass that guides my creative South—offering substance that is both irresistible and transformational.
Contact Info:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dakaribanz_/
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUiXvC9hopKe16uAPIRKXDg
Image Credits
Photo Credit : Createdbydeem