GOT SOMETHING TO SAY?
1)who were some of your early influences, growing up, in music and the entertainment industry that made you want to become a great singer?
Because I play the piano, musical influences of mine were mainly classical composers like Chopin, Bach and Mozart. I was also influenced by 80’s musicians like the Eagles and Eric Clapton. I was very influenced to always be a creator of my music so artists that also sang and played instruments were always my favorites. Mariah Carey was a major female influence in my life as well.
2)Did your family show great support of your singing ability?
Every person in my family plays multiple instruments or sings. Every holiday everyone brings their guitars and we all sing popular English and Spanish songs. My mother had gotten me started in piano lessons when I was only 4 years old so she definitely laid the foundation for me.
3) Have you ever got to work with any major music artist and if so which did you enjoy working with most? and if not which would you really like to work with?
I’ve featured on various albums with other artists though I don’t think anything could compare to being able to do a song with someone like Bryan Adams. His music is very inspiring to me.
4) how would you describe your music?
Mainly pop and adult contemporary. I play the piano so most of my songs are soft ballads though I have a few dance tracks that are also going to be featured on my new album released this summer.
5) you know many artist come and go in terms of their music,people like whitney Houston,Mariah or Celine Dion have very long lasting music,how do you think you would assure that you'd be around for a long time?
When someone builds their career off of image or something other than the talent of music, they ensure their career will only last a short time. I’ve built a career off of good music, and the years and hours I’ve put into becoming a developed pianist.
6) what would you like your music to say to people? like some of todays music seems stuck in one mode,have fun, make money,have sex, do you feel a lot of the story telling is not into days music?
I do agree that there isn’t as much storytelling as there used to be in music. I write music that I identify with, and as a result others also identify because the subject of my songs are always about my experiences. I like to hear that my music helps others get through certain circumstances.
7) Ive mentioned some of your early influences growing up, who are some now?.
I still very much look up to artists like Eric Clapton, Bryan Adams, and the Eagles. My influences haven’t really changed much. I don’t feel that recent artists have the heart that my influences I mentioned did.
8) where do you see yourself in the future? movies? producing? family?marriage?.
I love all forms of entertainment. Movies and acting is something I’d be interested in though music will always be my priority. When I was in high school I wrote a lot of plays and also had my own show where I wrote comedy. I’d definitely be interested in that still
9) would you want to be a role model?
Sure. I love to take on that role. My morals are very concrete. I’ve always been an influencer instead of one to be influenced and I love to voice my opinion.
10) thank you very much Kristine for taking time, I wish you much success now and in the future:-)
KRISTINE MIRELLEMy Autobiography
My mom had me start piano lessons when I was about 4 years old. I still remember sitting on my chair and dangling my feet off of the sides because I was too small to touch the ground. We lived in Lovington NM, a small town populated at about 8,000 people. My mom told me I could take lessons for a year and then decide if I wanted to continue. I objected but finally gave in to my mother's wishes.
At that age I started writing silly songs about things like Maceroni and Cheese and recording them onto little tapes. Instead of the typical hairbrush, I sang in front of my mirror using pens and markers so that I could perfect my performance. At age 5 I was ready to hit the stage, so I did. My first performance was on a kitchen table in my grandma's house. The kitchen light was my spotlight and my family was my crowd. I always craved the attention.
I started taking parts in school plays and musical events. I started writing classical music when I was about 7 years old and practiced while I wrapped toilet paper around my eyes so that I could play when the lights were off. I always told myself that one day I would perform on stage blindfolded so that I could display what I had been practicing.
I continued to do talent shows and practicing in front of my mirror. As I continued into high school I decided that I wanted to be a concert pianist so I started doing competitions in Lubbock, Roswell, California, and other places. It was my first step into competing with the rest of the region's talents. We would play songs by Beethoven, Bach, etc. and were judged on who played it the best. It was amazing to perform in the auditorium at Texas Tech at such a young age.
When I was 16 I decided that I wanted to try a different route. I quit taking piano lessons and focused more on writing my own classical music. Progressing through high school I set my heart on being accepted into Julliard. Because I wrote music, I wanted to major in Musical Composition. I submitted the sheet music to my original compositions "Vevaci" and "Tuesday". Clips of these two pieces can be heard on KristineMirelle.com I went to NYC when I was 17 to audition but I was not accepted. It wasn't disappointing, I just knew I had to work harder.
I started my own little business at school selling burritos, candies, candles, gift baskets, and raffle tickets for certain items. I employed about 4 other people and gave them a commission depending on what they would sell. I saved all of the money and purchased an 88 key Technic digital keyboard and started from there.
I made friends with a gentleman that was interested in the production side of music and began recording in a very minimal home studio. One day I ran into a brochure from Discmakers which gave me the idea of releasing an album and merchandising it to the public. One year later I ordered my first 1000 albums and promoted myself for the first time as an artist.
When I turned 18 I got my business license and opened "Anarei Entertainment". I was in college as well so juggling the two were very difficult but I managed. I also went door to door selling my c.d.'s in neighborhoods and places all over the country. Talk about hustling! :) One thing I am very thankful for and is very humbling is that these people who buy my album are not always buying for the music, but because of their desire to be a part of my dream and to push me a bit further. Everyday I am thankful for these people.
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