Maria Michou
Meet Greece-born UK Open Mic performer Maria Michou:
Hi Maria Michou, thanks for joining us! Let’s get into it:
Do you play solo only, or also in a group?
Solo
How old are you?
25
Where were you born?
Greece
Where did you grow up?
Pyrgos, Ilias
How did that place influence your music? (if at all!)
The place didn’t influence my songs music-wise.
Where are you based now, and why?
I’m Greece – based
What got you into making music in the first place?
I have always loved singing, since I was a little girl. I’ve always dreamed that I would perform my own songs, that I’ve written, in front of a crowd and express my emotions and have people resonate with them and express their own feelings and emotions.
What instrument/s do you play?
Singing
Who would be in your top 10 musical influences, and why?
My biggest inspiration and musical influence is Mariah Carey. Others include Whitney Houston, Michael Jackson and Ariana Grande to name a few.
Do you write your own songs?
Yes
How many years have you been writing songs for?
3
What process, or processes, do you often find yourself using when you write songs?
I often write about love or other feelings generally based on my personal experiences.
How long have you been playing open mic nights?
0
Why did you get into playing them in the first place?
I really want to meet new people and connect with them, as well as gain useful experience
If it’s not already, are you hoping to make music your full-time career?
Yes
What do you currently find the hardest and biggest obstacles to moving your music career forward?
Networking with musicians and music industry people.
What’s the most exciting project you’re working on at the moment?
I have written several songs and I really want to make my first EP
Do you have music on streaming? What’s you main streaming channel to send people to?
Where is the main place should people go to find out more about you?
What other sites/profiles should people go to to find out more about you?
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We’re done! Anything else you want to share before we go?
No thanks!