Chit Chatting with Aaron Fresh
Written by: Jill Sheets
Aaron Fresh
Picture credit: island def Jam
Recently Relate got to interview up and coming singer Aaron Fresh. Continue to read and learn more about him.
R: Tell us a little bit about yourself.
A. I was born in Chicago, but I was raised in Trinidad, and moved LA when I was 16.
R: What do you do in your spare time?
A: I like to go to the movies, play soccer, facebook, twitter, and of course listen to music!
R: How long have you been singing? Did you always know that you wanted to become a singer?
A: I started singing at the age of 8. There was always music around the house. I always knew I wanted to be a singer.
R: Do you play any musical instruments? If so, how long have you been playing?
A: I play a little guitar and I used to play the steel pan (steel drum) in Trinidad.
R: Tell us about meeting Nick Cannon.
A: Well my producer Reo, set up a day for us to meet, and after two weeks when it didn’t happen I was like, this is never gonna happen. Then, one day Nick walked in and I was playing it cool on the outside, but on the inside I was crazy excited! I mean, it was Nick Cannon. So, I sang for him and within 5 minutes he was like, let’s do this!
Aaron Fresh
Picture credit: island def Jam
R: How would you describe your music?
A: It’s like a cross between American pop music with an island twist. I call it BOBW…..Best of both Worlds!
R: Tell us about your new single “Spending All My Time.”
A: Well the song is written and produced by The Jam. When I first heard it, I loved it and knew it was a hit! It’s the kind of song that anyone can relate to. Whether it’s about a girlfriend, someone’s boyfriend, or a family member, it’s just a feel good song that everyone can relate to.
R: I read that you co-wrote some of you songs. What is your song writing process? How do you come up with the ideas for your songs?
A: Sometimes I may have an idea and we’ll start working around that or I’ll hear a track that the melody just jumps out at me from. Song ideas come from different experiences and things like that.
R: What is your favorite song to perform and why?
A: “Spending All My Time”. I like when the audience sings along with me. And, the choreography is pretty fun too!
R: Where can people get your music?
A: You can get my music on iTunes, and youtube has a lot of my videos as well.
Aaron Fresh
Picture credit: island def Jam
R: What singers and bands can be found on your ipod or mp3 player?
A: We Are Kings, Snow Patrol, MUSE. Iyaz, 2pac, Ice Cube, NWA, Michael Jackson…
R: If you could tour with anyone in the world, who would it be?
A: Usher, Justin Bieber and Vita Chambers.
R: What has been your most “star struck” moment? Who was it and tell us about it?
A: Neyo! At the “E” 20th Anniversary Event. I couldn’t talk.
R: Are you single? What do you look for in a girlfriend?
A: I’m as single as a slice of cheese! But, I look for a nice understanding girl who can handle me being out of town a sometimes.
R: What is the best advice you have ever gotten and by who?
A: Go Hard or Go Home! Nick Cannon.
R: What advice would you give someone who wanted to become a singer?
A: Never give up!
R: What are your future goals?
A: To keep making music that makes people happy. Also, make some waves on the big screen.
R: What are five things people may not know about you?
A: I love to watch Animal Planet
I’m really good at soccer
I love technology
I love sushi
I’ve never taken a dance class
Aaron Fresh
Picture credit: island def Jam
R: Are you on any social networking sites? If so, which ones and what are their addresses? Do you have a youtube account? If so, what is the address?
A: Twitter! @AaronFresh1
Facebook; Arron Fresh
Myspace; Aaron Fresh
R: Other than this one, what is the strangest question you have ever been asked?
A: (laughs) Can I have your hat? People ask me that all the time!
R: Is there anything else you would like to add or say to your fans?
A: Thanks for all the support! I’m glad you like my music so far! Keep rockin’ with me, ’cause I’m gonna keep rockin’ for you!
R: Aaron, thank you for the interview. Have a great day.
Tags: Aaron Fresh, Island Def Jam, Nick Cannon, spending all my time, up and coming singer
