Female Indie Musicians had the pleasure to chat with Angela Davis, an independent R&B musician from Detroit, Michigan.
Hi Angela! Can you share with us some of your earliest memories of music?
Some of my earliest music memories are listening in awe of my uncle Calvin playing and singing when he came to visit the family during the holidays. I was around 3 years old and after seeing and hearing him, I knew I wanted to sing too.I also remember singing songs by some of my favorite R&B artists (Luther Vandross, Anita Baker, Mariah Carey, Stephanie Mills) over and over again in my room. I was determined to become a good singer
I joined Glee club in 5th grade (despite being terribly shy). Best decision I could've made because it helped me break out of my shell.
What is it like being a musician in Detroit?
Detroit is an amazing city full of some of the most talented vocalists and musicians in the world! I love the music community and culture. Over the years I have made many connections and friendships. The Music Hall Jazz Cafe, Aretha Franklin Amphitheater, and Baker's Keyboard Lounge are some of my favorite hometown venues to perform. Baker's is such a gem in our city because it holds so much history and is the oldest jazz club in the world.
How has the Covid pandemic affected you?
The pandemic has affected me personally (losing many friends in the music community), and business wise because most of the weddings and private parties I perform in were either cancelled or postponed. I have also ironically been affected in a positive way because the pandemic forced me to create new income streams via virtual vocal lessons, and virtual mini concerts.
What inspires you on a day-to-day basis?
What inspires me is learning everyday. I always want to evolve and become better than I was yesterday. I always look at what my favorite artists and even (indie artist friends) are doing as inspiration to push myself to strive higher and try new things. My personal and life experiences are usually what I write about in my music.
If you can only recommend one song to a new listener from your catalogue, which song would you choose and why?
I'd choose my song "Finishline (I Made it)" because I feel EVERYONE one can relate. We have all been through challenges but are still here to tell our story. (Especially with what is currently going on)
What can your listeners expect from you in the near future?
I am working on a live studio recording session/ video (think MTV Unplugged with a twist) to be recorded and filmed next month (November 2020) and released by the end of the year. I want to create amazing content that will capture new fans all over the world. I am also working on new music that I hope to release by the first quarter of 2021
How has the Covid pandemic affected you?
The pandemic has affected me personally (losing many friends in the music community), and business wise because most of the weddings and private parties I perform in were either cancelled or postponed. I have also ironically been affected in a positive way because the pandemic forced me to create new income streams via virtual vocal lessons, and virtual mini concerts.
What inspires you on a day-to-day basis?
What inspires me is learning everyday. I always want to evolve and become better than I was yesterday. I always look at what my favorite artists and even (indie artist friends) are doing as inspiration to push myself to strive higher and try new things. My personal and life experiences are usually what I write about in my music.
If you can only recommend one song to a new listener from your catalogue, which song would you choose and why?
I'd choose my song "Finishline (I Made it)" because I feel EVERYONE one can relate. We have all been through challenges but are still here to tell our story. (Especially with what is currently going on)
What can your listeners expect from you in the near future?
I am working on a live studio recording session/ video (think MTV Unplugged with a twist) to be recorded and filmed next month (November 2020) and released by the end of the year. I want to create amazing content that will capture new fans all over the world. I am also working on new music that I hope to release by the first quarter of 2021
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