Meet Germany-born UK Open Mic performer Ivonne:

Hi Ivonne, thanks for joining us! Let’s get into it:

Do you play solo only, or also in a group?

Solo

How old are you?

32

Where were you born?

Germany

Where did you grow up?

Germany

How did that place influence your music? (if at all!)

I was influenced by US and UK RnB and Hip Hop

Where are you based now, and why?

London because I prefer it

What got you into making music in the first place?

Interest and talent

What instrument/s do you play?

Singing, Music Producer, Beat Making

Who would be in your top 10 musical influences, and why?

Sugababes, All Saints, Aaliyah, Brandy, Jennifer Lopez, Missy Elliott, Mariah Carey, Monica, Robyn, Dua Lipa.

Do you write your own songs?

Yes

How many years have you been writing songs for?

Since I was 15

What process, or processes, do you often find yourself using when you write songs?

Writing the lyrics based on a good instrumental.

Why did you get into playing them in the first place?

I love singing live!

What advice would you give new performers who are just starting out playing their first open mics?

Try it – it is fun.

What’s the hardest thing, for you, about playing open mics?

I like open mic places with an actual stage.

What’s the most bizarre, or fun, open mic, or gig, you’ve ever played, and why?

I used to go to a weekly open mic in NYC. Best one yet.

If it’s not already, are you hoping to make music your full-time career?

No

What’s the one truth about you that people often find surprising?

No German accent while singing English songs.

What’s the most exciting project you’re working on at the moment?

Musical Theatre Workshop

Where is the main place should people go to find out more about you?

We’re done! Anything else you want to share before we go?

No thanks!