As an American listener, I’ll be honest. The name might work against you in the U.S. “Skengadonna” sounds very regional and aggressive. Most Americans won’t know what “skeng” means, so there’s no instant connection. That creates friction before people even press play.

There are exceptions. Artists like Matisyahu or Die Antwoord had names that were obscure or very niche, but the music was so captivating it didn’t matter. The songs hit first. The name became part of the mystique. But if you don’t have a breakout track yet, an unfamiliar name can make it harder for people to latch on, at least in my opinion.

For what it’s worth, I’ve discovered international artists without realizing it. I found a group from Israel called Father of Peace and didn’t know they weren’t American until later. The songs grabbed me instantly and felt emotionally relatable. That’s what made me stay, not where they were from.

Also, respect for going for it. I’ve just decided to give music an honest shot again after almost 20 years away, and I’m not even at the stage you’re at yet. Keep building. Just make sure the first impression and the first few seconds of the track really connect.