Detroit Artist Mayaeni Goes Full Circle

After Being Signed to a Major Label, Mayaeni is Back in Detroit An Independent Artist Once Again

Mayaeni subscribed to the DIY method of managing her career, then got signed to Jay-Z’s label, Roc Nation. After writing songs with other artists including Macy Gray, she decided to get back to Detroit and her musical roots. Now she’s putting out a song a month on her website and doing some of the best work of her career.

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  • Ann Delisi
    Ann Delisi hosts Essential Music, the Essential Conversations podcast series and the Essential Cooking broadcast and podcast. Born and raised in the Motor City, Ann is a broadcaster, interviewer, producer, music host, storyteller and proud Detroiter.