Album Notes

Just be yourself - everyone will like you for who you are. That's what people say
about great first impressions. In the cut-throat industry of music, setting yourself apart is
equally important. Blending in is not an option, especially when you're new on the scene.
With the above mentioned in mind, Enter Chris Greenwood, a.k.a. Manafest.
Checkmark in box one: Setting himself apart. Chris is a Toronto-bred hip hop artist
making a permanent mark on the national music scene with the "Manafest" style that is
both remarkable and not easily forgotten. Successfully fusing hip-hop beats with edgy
rock is already a musical accomplishment in itself. This unique genre is Manafest's
backdrop to an emotionally-charged message performed with one of the rawest lyrical
deliveries heard for some time. His lyrics are bold, brash, riveting and are backed by a
message that is both uncompromising of his steadfast beliefs and strongly influential.
Checkmark in box two: Just being himself. Here are the undeniable facts on Chris
Greenwood. He's white. He skateboards. His music has a genuine message and he can
freestyle like the wind. You never get a second chance to make a great first impression.
Quite frankly, Manafest doesn't need one. He is who he is and after creating a stir with his
debut album "Misled Youth", Manafest has now released his first full-length album:
"My Own Thing". "This album is a personal look at real life and delves into things that
carry real meaning," says Chris. The message is indeed an honest one of the taboos,
unspoken truths and struggles of everyday life. It's relatable, it's intense, it is as only
Chris Greenwood can express it.
Bonus checkmark in box three: Manafest live is where it's at! The crowd is vibin', the
beats are thumping, the energy level is off the hook. Manafest is home at last. Most
artists enjoy live performances; Chris Greenwood thrives on them. On stage, he is at his
prime. Backed by the mixin', scratchin' and fresh cuts of DJ Versatile, Manafest to live
performance is like Spinach to Popeye. To the roar of the crowd, his uncontainable
energy and enthusiasm boost his music to a new level, revealing the Manafest they all
want to see and hear.
Album Sales box: The numbers do the talking. On word of mouth alone, Manafest's
record sales now stand at over 2000 albums sold. As a record deal gleams on the horizon,
Chris maintains a dedication to doing what he loves - writing new songs and performing
them like only Manafest knows how. The bottom line: Chris Greenwood has distinguished
himself in the music scene as an artist true to his craft. He's honest, talented and
motivated - a lethal combination for a rising hip-hop artist from T.O.
WHO IS
?
"I stand for the righteous, in the middle of a crisis."