Shanna01
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This ya girl Shanna reppin' Kingston, Ontario, Canada to the fullest. I'm 19 years old, my birthday is October 27th, 1986. I'm an R&B/Gospel singer and I roll with my squad "The Riot Squad". We're doin' it big right now.
Why this name?
Well my first name is Shanna, and I figured, well. No one else has this name, so why not! lol
Do you play live?
Of corse I perform live. so far only in bars and clubs. Soon to have a bigger stage though so look out! I'd have to say one of my favourite moments was when I was opening for an artist from NYC named Jon Damani. I didn't have my own songs at that point in time but I was singing Monica's So Gone, and I DON'T rap, but I did her little rap verse anyways, switched it around with my name in it, and the crowd went NUTZ!!! I LOVED IT!
How, do you think, does the internet (or mp3) change the music industry?
I love it! I think that putting your songs up on the internet sparks everyone's interest. This way you're not only local, the ENTIRE WORLD can hear you. Plus I don't buy albums unless the whole album's HOT. So having you're songs on here first helps people decide weather or not you're worth supporting.
Would you sign a record contract with a major label?
Of corse I would! I mean who wouldn't? Honestly? I only have a couple specific ones I'd RATHER be signed to though. I'ma keep that on the low though. lol
Band History:
Well I started out as a solo artist. And really I'm STILL a solo artist, BUT, I'm under The Riot Squad now. Anywhere I go, they go. If I get signed, they get signed. They aren't just my squad, they're my family! I've been singing and performing since I was about 5 years old. I also play 6 different instruments. I write all my own songs. I'm in college for music, and I work part time.
Your influences?
I have many, but just to name a few. Cece Winans, Aretha Franklin, Mariah Carey, Whitney Houston, Alicia Keys, Stevie Wonder, Musiq Soul Child. 2-pac, Biggie, Ludacris, and many more.
Favorite spot?
New York City!!
Equipment used:
The Studio. A mic, a mixer, and all the stuff that comes with it.
Anything else...?
Oh fa sho, I'm not done. I wanna give a special shout out to M-Black, sweety if it wasn't for you I would have never known how it feels to be loved by a whole fam of musically talented people. You've shown me so much and best believe there's so much more to come. To K-Blitz, hunny you've had my back since you knew me, I don't know what I'd do without ya! you're one of the sickest if not THE SICKEST rapper I've ever met in my life! Much Love, We have many songs to come, Keep holdin' down London! My baby Ali... you know I love you and you give me so much motivation. I can't wait to see you again. My mom, if it wasn't for her I would definately not be doing this right now. All the rides she gives me to and from the studio, lettin me bust out music late at night so I can do my thing I love you mom!