CHIMI

CHIMI is a Cleveland based Nigerian artist who channels her African and American gospel roots to conjure up divinity and truthful expression in her art. You will see her, out in the wild, composing, creating improvisational music, spoken word, visual art, and performance art. CHIMI has worked on an array of art programming initiatives throughout Cleveland. She founded her company, Manic Media in 2022, with this, she facilitates creative connections between artists and the communities surrounding them, alongside cultivating unique and engaging art experiences. Most notably, this winter, she collaborated with 6 branches of the Cleveland Public Library to lead free songwriting and music production workshops for Cleveland Residents, this program garnered participation of residents aged 3-70. From live and engaging installations at the yearly Rooms To Let, to touring internationally with her band Mourning [A] BLKstar, CHIMI has formed genuine connections with her audiences that transcend the physical and allow the participants to elevate into the spiritual. CHIMI’s sound is a unique blend of influences that exceed cultural boundaries and expectations.