1. Tell us more about your background and journey.
I’m a singer-songwriter. Born and brought up in Goa. I moved to Mumbai 2 years ago for college and to pursue music. Being a Goan, music is a big part of my life. I learnt to play the violin and picked up the guitar and ukulele.
My parents always encouraged me to learn different genres of music ranging from Indie acoustic, Pop, R&B and Blues. I started playing at school programs, competitions and sang with a few bands in Goa. After moving to Mumbai, I performed at open mics & jams around the city.
I was one among the two artists selected from all over the country by Sonu Nigam himself to sing his international hit, ‘Fire In The Sky’ along with him on 94.3 Radio One.
I was also one among the five artists selected from all over the country for the #UnboxingArtists campaign carried out by ‘Numero Uno Jeans Wear’ last season in Delhi. I also played at the Camp Tinder lounge at the Nh7 Weekender in Pune. I’ve played at various venues in Goa, Mumbai and Pune.
2. When did you first decide you wanted to pursue music and how did you start?
I don’t think I can say I had a sudden revelation that music was something I wanted to do. It’s always been such a big part of my life, that growing up I knew it was something I wanted to get into.
I used to watch a lot of musicians & their live performances and I’ve always wanted to experience that feeling of being a stage in front of a crowd singing your music back to you. It's still a far-fetched dream but I’m hoping to get there someday.
3. Who is your favourite artist and why?
Justin Bieber. He was my music idol growing up and watching him motivated me to pick up the guitar. His story has always inspired me to work hard towards achieving my goals. But Amy Winehouse, Ed Sheeran, Rihannce are some of my top influences.
4. Can you throw some light on opportunities one gets as a singer?
If there’s one thing I’ve learnt these years, it’s just that no opportunity comes walking to you. You have to put yourself out there. You have to market yourself and your work. When I was new to Mumbai, I kept going to open mics which helps with networking and with opportunities. You never know who’s sitting in an audience.
5. Is format training required or can one train themselves purely on the basis of talent?
No matter how good you are, it is very important to practice & rehearse. You have to work on your art. Training definitely helps to sharpen your technique. And voice exercises and warm-ups make all the difference.
6. What piece of advice would you like to give to future and aspiring artists?
I would say, practice as much as you can and take every opportunity you get to showcase your art. You have to push yourself out of your comfort zone and keep trying new things.
Interview by - Shamayla
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