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Diabetes, Life and Loves
Hi there, many might not know that I am a Type 1 Diabetic and have been since 1987. I was 28 years old and at the prime of my career as a musician. I had been offered a job as a drummer with a band signed by EMI and was about to record an album. Of course, I accepted! Then I got sick, very sick, and was tested for everything except diabetes. I was losing weight rapidly and was drinking like a fish. The penny dropped, and I was rushed to the hospital to be stabilized. Two months later, I was back into the world and ready to continue my life. Sadly, the drumming job was gone, and to this day, I do not know who the band was, and I am not sure I want to. Life would become a battle, and I would take on every bump head-on, mostly on my own; as many will tell you, it is a lonely existence trying to manage a chronic disease like diabetes in a world that shows little empathy or knowledge.
Before music, there was sport; my siblings and I played many sports, and besides rugby, cycling was a secret passion of mine, even as a spectator. All I wanted as a kid was a racing bike; I never got one, but I wonder if I had what direction life may have taken. Sporting carnivals in New Zealand were a regular thing for the Manaena families. Besides the running and wood chopping, there were the cycling races.
Fast-forward to 2013, and I got my first racing bike, a Trek Madone, which is lightweight and very sexy gun metal grey. I also discovered Team Novo Nordisk, a team of cyclists who were diabetics. This was inspirational for me, so I began the mutual journey of cycling and diabetes.
I had to give up cycling after neck surgery but continued to follow Team Novo Nordisk's journey. New bike tech has arrived, and I may well get a more body-friendly bike and reap the benefits both physically and mentally. Oh, and of course, the creative side is back as well, especially with my music streaming services bringing Ma9na music to life.
Check out this video on the team, and please pass on this story and/or the link to anyone dealing with something they didn't choose but may need some inspiration. Ask them what they need, and you may be surprised how little it is... perhaps just a hug and shoulder for a moment, Ma9Na.
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Ma9Na is now featured on Poze Productions
Poze Productions/Poze Records Inc. is an artist development company, and pozeproductions.com is more than just a social network—it's a Social Experience! Here, artists can connect with other musicians, industry professionals, and fans from all around the world, which is our main focus. They can showcase their songs while working on their albums and cultivating their image. Being a member of pozeproductions.com not only allows you to get feedback from other members about your songs, pictures, and videos but also gives you the opportunity to ask questions about production, sound quality, and musicianship. Plus, you have a great chance at a demo review. We also provide Pozeproductions.com members with the opportunity to showcase their talent on our home page, through Poze TV and Poze Radio, every month, helping artists gain more exposure. This is indeed a way for our members to submit to labels—YES! Overall, this is a fantastic chance to be heard, similar to the way diabetes and music can be intertwined to express emotions and stories through art.
Poze Productions/Poze Records Inc. has been a music company for over 20 years. We began by selling instrumentals to artists who needed music to present to record labels. At the same time, we were assisting artists in shopping their music while establishing our reputation amongst labels. After developing numerous artists, we built a solid name with our label affiliates. We are capable of submitting your music to labels that typically do not accept unsolicited material from artists. As fellow musicians and artists, we understand the struggles of getting heard or signed. Therefore, we strive to keep our prices low while providing you with opportunities that you won't find elsewhere—true help in the music industry, much like the accessibility of music streaming services that have revolutionized how we share our creative works.
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Ma9na featured on QoBuz
Originally launched in 2007 as a digital download platform for the French market, Qobuz expanded its reach in 2013, becoming the first CD-quality streaming service in the United Kingdom, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, and Spain. It made its debut in the US in 2019. Unlike many popular music streaming services like Spotify and Apple Music that use compressed audio formats, which can compromise sound quality, Qobuz offers a unique option for lossless streaming. Competing with services such as Amazon Music HD, Tidal HiFi, and Deezer, Qobuz stands out for audiophiles, much like how Ma9na music provides an enriching experience for those interested in the intersection of diabetes and music. As of 2021, Qobuz boasts over 70 million tracks in Hi-Fi quality and more than 424,000 albums in Hi-Res quality. Although it initially received little attention, the rapid growth of its extensive library has certainly captured the world's focus. The streaming service is accessible via a web player or a desktop player for Windows, featuring five tabs in the program window: Discover, My Playlists, Favorites, Purchases, and Offline Library. Hi-res albums are clearly marked with the recognizable 'Hi-Res Audio' logo in both the library interface and playback bar.
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click here for QoBuz Ma9Na song links:
QoBuz – SnakeHips’n’LizardLips
Qobuz – Down for the Count (the WAR Mix 2022)
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Ma9Na on drooble
Ma9Na's music, particularly the song "SnakeHips'n'LizardLips," has sneaked onto the main Drooble top 50 at number 44, with all three songs charting at numbers 7, 14, and 15 in the Rock genre. It's amazing how little steps, much like how diabetes and music can positively influence each other, can soon add up! Don't forget to check it out on your favorite music streaming services.
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Ma9na, known for his unique blend of diabetes and music, is about to release his first tee shirt merch. Stay tuned for updates on his latest project and check out Ma9na music on your favorite music streaming services.
Blue Blue Blue Cinematic Orchestral Arrangement
Thank you, Nagamag & SubmitHub for accepting "Blue Blue Blue (Cinematic Orchestral Arrangement)" to be shared as a blog review, in a Spotify playlist, in a YouTube playlist, in a SoundCloud playlist, and on one (or more) of their social networks.
Nagamag is an indie online music magazine that aims to support beautiful music from great artists around the globe! By showcasing extraordinary music, Nagamag plays a crucial role in helping listeners discover tunes that resonate with them, including genres that can positively impact conditions like diabetes and music for relaxation. The platform encourages songwriters, music composers, and music artists to bring more fine tunes to people while expanding their reach through popular music streaming services.
Launched with an initial focus on music genres such as Ambient, Neoclassical, Drone, Psychill, Electronica, Trip Hop, Lounge, Downtempo, Chillhop, Instrumental Hip Hop, and Techno, Nagamag is a platform that celebrates diversity in music, including the innovative sounds of Ma9na music. It plans to be expanded shortly, as good music knows no borders!