Born and raised in the French-speaking former colony of Gabon, I write, perform, and mix genre-blending music out of Washington, D.C., as well as provide music consultation to other artists. I'm a skilled recording engineer and songwriter focused on helping artists find their sound, and have worked with artists from writing to release.Though predominantly focused on hip-hop, my own musical style is heavily influenced by my cultural upbringing and styles I was exposed to along my journey. The breadth of my own style is also reflected in my consultation experience; I have 8 years of experience working with artists across geographies (United States, France, and Gabon) and genres. In addition to writing, recording, and mixing, I have 4 years of experience booking and promoting artists, as well as marketing artists via press promotion and and digital marketing tactics. Follow my work at @minkoemmanuel (Instagram) and @thankuwithlove (Twitter). If you'd like to discuss collaborations, consultations, or other partnerships, email me at emmanuelminko@gmail.com. You can find my music on all streaming platforms as Ya Minko.