L-Ghanja tal-Poplu 2014 INTERVIEW:
Name: Marie Claire Attard Bason
Home town/city: Pembroke
Website / Facebook /You Tube? :
www.facebook.com/marieclaire.attardbason L-Ghanja tal-Poplu 2014 Song title: Mara
soundcloud.com/l-ghanja-tal-poplu/mara-marie-claire-attard-bason Lyrics & Music written by : Emil Calleja Bayliss & Andrew Zammit
What message does your song give? : The lyrics speak about the role of the female in the local society. Sometimes the female role is seen in a negative light, some abuse women in the workplace, make fun of her on a daily basis especially if she works in a male dominated environment but through this song I want to show that even though it's a daily challenge one should fight on and take charge of his own life.
Do you like to compete in Festivals? Why/Why Not? : Yes, as it is a great way to promote yourself in the music industry. Besides, a healthy competition won’t do any harm. Also, in festivals, one can meet many different people that can potentially help you improve in you music career.
This Festival supports our native tongue. Do you prefer to sing in Maltese, English or another language? : I like to sing in all languages, as long as the song has a good message into it and a good vibe. But mostly, I like singing in our native tongue as I feel that in Maltese I can express myself more.
Which is your favourite Maltese Song of all time? Memorji Mbikkma - Eleanor Cassar
And your favourite International Song of all time? Christina Perri- Human
Who inspires you as an Artist? Beyoncé & Adele
Would you share highlights from your music career during the last 12 months? : My highlights during the last 12 months is finishing in 4th place in the Konkors Kanzunetta Indipendenza, but most of all, having the opportunity to do gigs now and then with some great and talented musicians and singers in different events.
What are your goals in music ?: The main goal is to go abroad and take part in international song festivals
How much time per day do you spend on your music career ? : Unfortunately, being a full time University student is not an easy job. However when I find time, I always go through my songs and listen to different styles of music.
If you had to choose another Artist to duet with, who would that be and why? : I would duet with Giorgia, and Italian singer due to similarities in our voices. I love how she shows emotions in her songs through her voice.
Do you have a message for the Music News Malta followers ? : Well, I would like to tell all the readers to keep supporting the local talent. Music has the power to bring people together so their support is greatly appreciated.
