Simply Six: Trishna Amin

Trishna Amin is a singer/songwriter from New Jersey.

1. For many artists, they cite a defining moment for themselves when they knew they wanted to be a singer.  For many it was the appearance of Elvis on the Ed Sullivan show, to another generation it was the Beatles’ appearance on Sullivan half a decade later.  Is there such a defining moment for you?

For me it was when I saw Michael Jackson's HBO special from his Dangerous tour in Bucharest. My parents recorded it when it came on t.v. and I watched it on VHS over and over again I remember watching, stunned at the power he had to touch so many people just by his voice. I wanted to strive be able to do that someday with my music.

2. When you’re not creating music what are you listening to?  Who are some of your favorites?

 I listen to everything basically, depending on the mood. I listen to a lot of Hip Hop when I feel like dancing, or classic when I'm chilling in my room. My favorite artists are Michael Jackson, Selena, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Alicia Keys, Beyonce, The Beatles.

3. What would you say is your greatest moment so far as an artist, either on record or live? 

The greatest moment so far was holding all of the mastered and fully finished tracks for my first album in my hands, because it showed me that this is real. My career can happen, and it that moment was the start of showing my original talent and work to a wider scale of people. It made my work seem more legit lol. It was finally here!

4.  Do you believe music can change the world or is just something to listen to?   How much can music influence current events?

I think music has the power to accomplish both dynamics. It has the power to bring important issues, messages and emotions to a wide group of people and bring them together. Music can also purely entertain and bring joy and relaxation to people if they choose to use music in that way. The purpose of music is ever changing and molding to fulfill the individual and that is really special. It has already done so much to influence current events, as artists have come together to raise money and awareness on issues such as breast cancer, and people like Bonousing his music to push for the fight against AIDS. 

5. How has technology affected the music industry?  How has technology affected your career as a musician? 

Technology has allowed for people to get a chance to listen to a more diverse group of genres in one location. The internet is an extremely useful place for people to be exposed to music from all over the world. Technology has definitely helped me put my foot further into the door of the business by showcasing my music on various online podcasts, allowing for people to buy my single online, and know more about me through my website and online profiles. Technology has played an immense role in the music industry. Mixing, editing, marketing. All of these things go hand in hand with technology and programming. 

6.  Now for my Barbara Walters question:  If you were a pair of shoes what type of shoes would you be?

5 inch, bright,  possibly multicolored leather heels. Either that or high top colorful sneakers. It's hard to choose because I'm kind of a shoe freak. I hope I answered this correctly lol.