Every week the Entertainment page will try to bring you a short profile on a Seychellois artist, be it in the performing, visual or other forms of arts.
In our ninth profile, readers will learn more about the talented singer, Trevor Bristol.
Trevor started his career in 2013, with the hit song ‘Ne Pou Ou’ with his brother Rupert Dogley, in the group ‘Swagg Tunes’. Last year they released their first album entitled ‘Gete Ou Menm’.
Q: When did you start your career as a singer?
A: I started my career as a singer in 2013. From a very young age I heard many artists on the radio as well as performing live, so I decided to try and venture into the music industry.
Q: Will you consider yourself a singer or entertainer, to which of those two can you relate more?
A: I am a recording artist and performer. At first I was an entertainer but with time I managed to enhance my knowledge in the music industry, started writing my own songs. Today I consider myself a singer, but still have a long way to go.
Q: What’s your motto or belief you live by?
A: In lifeif you truly believe that your dream will become a reality, the possibilities are endless. When you try really hard, even though some people might pull you down, you will succeed in the end.
Q: How can you describe your kind of music in four words?
A: Up to date; upbeat; honourable; hip.
Q: You compose your own music and write your own lyrics; where do you draw inspiration from when you write songs and what’s your favourite part about the process?
A: The inspiration comes from what’s happening in our own lives or the closest people around us. Each song usually is created so differently and that’s always exciting.
Q: So, what’s your favourite pastime when you aren’t writing/producing/playing etc?
A: In my spare time I like to do graphics, and have fun relaxing with my friends after a long week.
Q:. Who were your first musical influences that you can remember?
A: Since very young I was inspired by many local artists such as Elijah, Extra-Big, Champion, among others. Also I was motivated by other international artists like Chris Brown and Drake.
Q: Studio work or performing live, which of these do you prefer and why?
A: Ilove doing both. When you are performing live or recording a hit song, you are in that vibe and want to create something unique or entertain a crowd.
Compiled by U.J.
Source :Seychelles NATION