I do want to try and tackle worldwide subjects but I realized that the subject I want to focus on is feminism and sexism. Some songs I’ve written are very philosophical but I don’t know if I’ll ever release them. Mainly, my work comes out more in terms of how I am feeling around a specific situation that has happened in the world rather than the situation itself. Do you feel like your work evolves depending on what’s going on around the world or in your environment?ĭefinitely. Historically speaking, artists have created their work as a form of protest or speaking the truth about a political climate. I’m lucky to have parents who let me pursue my dream but at the same time bring me back down to reality when I’m dreaming too much. But when they see how my music reaches people, that I have interviews here and there going on, it gives them hope that there might be something there. They were and still are very supportive - I still have a 9-5 job as a way to sustain myself so I’m juggling a lot. Were your parents supportive when you told them you wanted to transition into doing music full-time? I know you mentioned that your mom heard you sing when you were a child and immediately told you you had a great voice. I had major stage fright but because I wanted to do something with my voice I started going to open mics and made the decision to become a full-time singer ever since I always thought I’d be the singer who covers other peoples’ music, but two years ago I had a job that I was very miserable in so I decided to do something with music as a plan B. I have a Master’s in Food Science so I’m a scientist but deep down I always knew that music was my passion. Mine always emphasized studying first and doing singing on the side as a hobby. As a person who grew up in the Middle East, our parents are very rational with their thinking. Even when I was in school, I wanted to go to a music conservatory instead of going to math class. Honestly, I’ve dreamt of becoming a singer since I started singing which is when I was either three or four years old. Growing up, how important was music in your life? Can you recall the moment when you decided that you wanted to be a musician? And, was it an easy or difficult choice to make? Folds' latest album, "What Matters Most," is due out in June.Interview: Michele, R&B/Neo Soul Singer & Songwriter On July 22, the symphony will welcome singer-songwriter, musician and composer Ben Folds - perhaps best known as the former frontman for the Ben Folds Five, whic h scored a hit with "Brick" in 1999. The symphony and guests will unite on July 15 for "The Concert: A Tribute to ABBA," playing such memorable tunes as "Mamma Mia," "Waterloo" and "Dancing Queen." Rap revolutionary: Rapper KRS-One added to musical lineup at Riverfront Culture Fest on May 27 The symphony will celebrate the Fourth of July with Grammy-winning Broadway artist Tamika Lawrence and the Worship and Praise Chorale on July 1, offering American classics with a soulful twist - and of course, a dazzling fireworks display.Īnother Broadway performer, Rashidra Scott, will come to the Commons on July 8, when Windborne Music and the Columbus Symphony present the music of the late Whitney Houston, including hits like “Saving All My Love,” “How Will I Know?” and the blockbuster ballad, “I Will Always Love You.” The San Francisco band has appeared on "The Late Show with David Letterman," CNN, VH1, Comedy Central and has been featured in publications including Rolling Stone Magazine, Spin and The New York Times. On June 24, Super Diamond will take the stage to pay tribute to pop icon Neil Diamond. He will join the symphony for an evening of hits performed with his band and dancers. The son of musicians, he is a songwriter, actor, dancer, and record producer in addition to a vocalist. Kicking off the series will be Shaffer Smith, known professionally as Ne-Yo, a three-time Grammy Award winner whose influences include Michael Jackson, Luther Vandross, Babyface and Usher. High St., at 8 p.m., with gates opening at 6 p.m. Lawn tickets for children 3-12 years old are $10.50-$15.75. Children 2 and younger are admitted for free. Full tables and single-table seats are available from $63-$998.įair play: Ludacris, Kidz Bop first of acts on Ohio State Fair concert schedule this summerĪll concerts take place at the Columbus Bicentennial Pavilion in the Columbus Commons, 160 S. General admission lawn tickets are $36.75-$47.25 in advance or at the gate. State St., online at or or by phone at 61. Friday in person at the CBUSArts Ticket Center, 39 E. A summer of rhythm and blues, soul, disco, pop and more is coming up for the Columbus Symphony, which will launch its 2023 Nationwide Picnic with the Pops summer concert series with R&B singer Ne-Yo on June 17.
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