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Who is Hotokegi? James Cutright from Northwest Florida.

I am 28 years old - Full-Time Chef, Computer Tech Specialist is one of my side skills and of course Music Composition is my passion. If you've ever wanted to get to know me, listen to my Music. The tracks I've uploaded here are heart-inspired soul-spoken Electronic Compositions. I don't play around when it comes to Music. Music is as serious as staying alive and surviving in this world. Without it, this world cannot function; and I feel I play a small part in the Earths' survival, not to mention the countless people who find my Music relaxing.

Hotokegi: Japanese for Compassionate. I got this name because of my affinity for Japanese names and because I was seriously passionate about my Music. Compassionate Heart is something 'Hotokegi' can stand for; thus I chose to be known as this Artist Name.

I aspire to be a really good Ambient, Instrumental and Electronic Music Artist. I practice every day with new ideas and when I find something that sounds really good, I work with it, and progress it into something more. I hope to give everyone something they can enjoy, and eventualy, something that I can make a living from so that I can keep on making Music, as a full time career instead of my off-time hobby.

Who are my favorite Musicians? Singers? ... Kenny G., Phil COllins, Boney James, Anita Baker, Elton John, PhuturePrimitive, Withcraft (As I Hide), Ape to Angel, Grey Area, Enya ... to name quite a few. Not to mention all the Artists on OurStage who I've chosen to be a fan of. If I am a fan in your OurStage Profile, take that as a compliment; I don't just become a Fan of someone unless I really like their work.

There isn't much more I can say about myself; therefore you should let the Music tell the rest of the Story.

~Hotokegi

Let your Heart guide your Destiny, and let Destiny arrive when due.
 
 
 
 

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December 2007 Experimental
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November 2007 Electronic
 
 

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The Defense of OurStage

I just got this EMail from Paramount Contest something or other about a Summertime Song & lyric contest. I was kind of excited about it until I saw the requirements for joining the contest was a $20.00 entry fee.

!!! LAUGH OUT LOUD !!!

So I wrote them back and told them why would I want to pay $20.00 to enter a contest that I know I probably would not win when I can go to OURSTAGE.COM and get it all for free? Exposure, Friends, Fans and even Contests … FOR FREE!!!

It also said in their message they were looking hard to find new talent and wrote up a whole story about that being the reason for their opening the Summertime Song & Lyric Contest. So I laughed again and told them that they can find all the ...

 
 

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31 comments

  • Posted by jtyasuda on Jul 6 at 7:42 AM EDT
    the ambient effect in just keep going is great ... keep it up!
    - jon
  • Posted by Tamed Animals on Jun 28 at 5:02 PM EDT
    Hey I'm doing pretty well in experimental this month (12th) and I need to move into the top 10, could you vote for me?
    Thanks!
    T.A.
  • Posted by mark hoevet on May 24 at 10:23 PM EDT
    hotokegi, hey thanx for stopping by...I've been listening to your new stuff I hadn't heard before and it's Fantastic...You're right about having an ambient channel on ourstage also...I've just moved got my studio back up and hope to get some new ideas..you keep up the good work, you'll make it to the finals before I will!!! later markh
  • Posted by rubizakan on May 24 at 8:13 AM EDT
    hey james ,, love your sound , my fav is tweaked ,, very nice arangments also,, thanx for the visit ,,, tk care ,,,ps ,, i used to be a chef also..spent 17 years cooking , & im still passionate about food/.,/.,/., steve
  • Posted by marsipus on May 23 at 4:55 AM EDT
    i love your music man keep it up!
  • Posted by Alexis Star on May 9 at 1:41 PM EDT
    Thank you! Good Luck to you too.
  • Posted by Mike Tracy on May 8 at 4:26 PM EDT
    Great imagination.....I'm stuck in verse bridge chorus modeHappy-dark

    I wouldn't know where to start on tunes like this;)

    Did you play the guitar solo?
  • Posted by Rocco Ventrella on May 5 at 5:42 AM EDT
    Thank you for the Friendship request.

    All the best,

    Rocco
  • Posted by Distortion on May 3 at 6:38 AM EDT
    Hey, thanks for adding Distortion as your friend, much appreciated. Some good tunes on here. Hope you are successful in the future.

    Jason
    Distortion
  • Posted by The Dave Pepper Band on Apr 29 at 4:00 PM EDT
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    Cool arrangements man!Have a great week! Stay LOUD All the best, Dave Pep.
  • Posted by marsipus on Apr 24 at 11:48 PM EDT
    The Truth Isn't Out There..
    It's In Our Heart...beat...
    Theodore*
  • Posted by marsipus on Apr 24 at 11:40 PM EDT
    Thank's for your friendship man.You've got a the sound of an experienced musician who knows where he's walking in the street's of the imaginative perception.Good luck, nice tracks, interesting personality.Keep in torchin' and light it up felow!
  • Posted by Wanted Tambo Toco on Apr 24 at 6:19 PM EDT
    welcome in my world, thank you for friendship
    peace and love silke
  • Posted by Pat Ramsey and the Blues Disciples on Apr 21 at 11:21 PM EDT
    Nice, smooth, relaxing, enjoyable...
    These are words that came to my mind while listening to your music.
    Thanks
  • Posted by Lauren Barrett on Apr 21 at 4:23 PM EDT
    I like letting "your Heart guide your Destiny, and letting Destiny arrive when due." Waiting for Destiny sometimes feel like "Waiting for Godot" You're really great....Lauren
  • Posted by Sly-Chi on Apr 21 at 12:56 PM EDT
    Thanks a lot! Look forward to the Finals! haha.
  • Posted by Cathie Fredrickson on Apr 17 at 11:57 PM EDT
    Hey, just wanted to say letting your heart guide your music is serving you wonderfully!!!!!! Incredible sounds, thank you for sharing, Peace to you on your continued heart felt vibe. Cat
  • Posted by TREVENO on Apr 16 at 12:30 AM EDT
    Thanks for the request!!! And thanks for the compliment, Great sounds, expressive yet indulging..


  • Posted by DICARLO on Apr 15 at 9:08 AM EDT
    THANKS FOR THE FRIENDSHIP!!!!!!!! Happy-dark
    JUST STOPPING´BY TO SHOW SOME LOVE.
    "LIFE" IS A NICE TRACK.
    GOOD LUCK TO YOU.

    DICARLO
  • Posted by GARDIAN ANGLE on Apr 14 at 11:50 PM EDT
    THANK YOU VERY MUCH SHAREING A TIME I THOUGHT PEOPLE FORGOT.. STAY REAL "GARDIAN ANGLE"
  • Posted by Grayscale on Apr 10 at 3:00 PM EDT
    Thanks for your comments. We dig what you're doing: lush and engaging!
  • Posted by 1voyce on Apr 3 at 9:59 AM EDT
    Humbled by your request... honored to be a new friend Happy-dark
    Beautiful arrangements. You are an inspiration, thanks so much for finding me. Good Luck!

    Peace~
    1 Voyce
  • Posted by Timothy Rogers on Apr 2 at 2:53 PM EDT
    Very good music, best wishes to you.
  • Posted by PhiJayy on Mar 1 at 8:03 PM EST
    Hey Hotokegi,

    Just wanted to drop by to say hi we haven't spoken in a while. I don't know if we said so already but I'm diggin your new website looks cool.
    You create some impressive ambient music which is always awesome!

    Come by our page when you have a chance!

    All the best...

    ~PhiJayy
  • Posted by mark hoevet on Dec 31, 2007 at 4:10 PM EST
    Congrats on your top 10 finsih in Experimental and other high finish..Your music is excellent, keep up the good work...mh
  • Posted by DaddyC on Dec 29, 2007 at 10:46 PM EST
    Keep up the GREAT work!!! I know you can do it!!!
    Dad
  • Posted by allalonesuka on Dec 12, 2007 at 12:12 PM EST
    loved.... your music is loved by me.

    R
  • Posted by CharFL on Nov 30, 2007 at 12:42 PM EST
    WTG on coming in 2nd! Love your music! Love ya!

    and nice pic!

    Sis
  • Posted by rolypoly on Nov 30, 2007 at 11:13 AM EST
    Thanks for the congrats!! I love your tunes my friend. So much emotion going on. I feel a change in the air today. It seems like exciting talented bands are going to surge to the top of the billboard charts. We need a change!!
  • Posted by mark hoevet on Nov 28, 2007 at 11:20 PM EST
    You've got a great sound and tons of talent, keep up the good work and keep in touch!!!
  • Posted by PhiJayy on Nov 26, 2007 at 10:53 PM EST
    Hey just wanted to say that So Close, So Far is one of the coolest ambient songs. I like the synths a lot. Keeps you in a good mood. Happy-dark

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