My first meditation creation. This composition includes a three-string stick dulcimer, harmonica, singing bowl, vocal chants, and ambient sounds.

morning meditation

This is my first written and produced track made with a great friend I met while in Costa Rica over the summer of 2021.

This song is about letting go, stepping out, and being every version of yourself. 

Start of Me (prod. Alexakus)

This is an entirely improvised song that came from a candid conversation in San José, Costa Rica in July 2021. Mariana, aka Nana, is an artist, musician, pizza shop owner, cool mom, and amazing person. We gathered in her friend’s beautiful recording space and made this song. We hope you enjoy.

What The Hell is Happening to Me? (with Nana)

Hello, my name is Dawaune Lamont Hayes and I am running for Mayor of Omaha. I am learning how to run this campaign and I wish to be as transparent about the process as possible. As a way for people to get to know me, I started doing these voice memos reflecting on who I am and where I am in life. I will use this method to express my views and ideas about the world so that people can begin to understand how I arrived at this point. 

I am aware that most candidates don't do things this way and are super formal about their approach, but I am not like most people nor will I pretend to be. So listen up and you might just hear something you like.

Dawaune for Mayor - Voice Memo 1

I wanted to hear my voice and believe in the sound.

Believe

I got a stick dulcimer this year that I have been learning how to play. This melody and lyric came to me. I recorded the first half of the song on my iPad, replayed it back while recording on my phone, then played the second half live. This was a really playful and organic process. I did not edit or master this at all and that’s okay. Just listen to the expression.

Be Aware

My name is Dawaune Lamont Hayes

Be Where You Are. Feel How You Do. Do What You Must.

Dawaune Lamont Hayes

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