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as a society. Hopefully this is a great lesson to us all.” KRYSTOFER DO Krystofer Do is a singer/songwriter, keyboardist, model, thespian, and film actor. He just released his new song “Soul” and is set to release his debut full-length album later this year. His performances are passionate and high energy and in the vein of Prince and Michael Jackson. He has performed across the Coachella Valley, including Fantasy Springs Casino, where he won the 2017 Fantasy Star voice competition, earning him a spot on a
billboard on the CA-60 Highway and his own show at the casino. He is a unique young man who walks to the beat of his own drum unapologetically. CVW: What projects are you working on while in quarantine? Krystofer: “I’m currently working on my brand new album, which will be set to release this Winter!! I’m also working on this AWESOME Star Wars fan film that I wrote and will be directing, so I’ve been keeping busy. Mostly, though, I’ve just been hanging out with my sexy girlfriend, Bronte, and my cat, Figaro.” CVW: Do you feel motivated to write new songs right now? Krystofer: “Absolutely. What’s been really helpful is having some time to myself to reflect on the vision I have for my album.” CVW: I know you’re doing FB live shows from home. How do they feel compared to real shows? Krystofer: “It’s so different. I actually prefer real shows because of the energy I get from the crowd. I get to receive it and then give it back at least twofold. It’s been weird having no one with me while I perform, but it’s important that artists stay relevant, so here I am.” CVW: Do you feel like you’re getting a lot of support? Krystofer: “I do. My friends have been so supportive of my journey. My family has questioned my clothing style (or lack, thereof), but overall, I feel truly loved. I’m so grateful.” CVW: Have you been checking out other
artists as well? Krystofer: “I have here and there. I’ve been pretty loyal to my favorite artists and bands, but I’m actually gonna start asking my friends to send me some of their favorite music so I can expand my mind.” CVW: What music has helped get you through this time? Krystofer: “Honestly, it’s hard to say. I’ve got a lot of music to listen to. One song I listen to when I feel kind of down is a choir song called ‘I Am In Need of Music.’ If you’re unfamiliar with choir music, look it up on YouTube, specifically, the Texas All-Star version. It’s blissful.” CVW: What else are you doing to get through? TV Shows? Stuff around the house? Krystofer: “I’ve been working out, taking care of Figaro, and playing video games. I’ll binge watch ‘Supernatural’ with Bronte while eating some ramen I made in the nude. I call it “nude-les”. It’s fantastic.” CVW: How is everyone in your house dealing with each other?
Thursday, May 14
Warsaw Poland Bros – Facebook – 11:30am Sergio Villegas – Facebook – 3pm Hey Bertha – Facebook – 5pm Coachella Valley – Courtney Chambers – Facebook – 7pm Cody White and the Easy Ride – Facebook – 7:30pm Nicholas J. Sosa – Facebook – 10pm
Friday, May 15
Sergio Villegas – Facebook – 3pm Slim Man – Facebook – 5pm Rose Mallett – Facebook – 5pm Derek Jordan Gregg – Facebook – 6pm Michael Keeth – Facebook – 7-8pm Carlos Cruz and Frank Villa – Facebook – 8pm Nicholas J. Sosa – Facebook – 10pm
Saturday, May 16
Sergio Villegas – Facebook – 3pm Jetta King – Facebook – 3pm Coachella Valley - Derek Jordan Gregg and Jetta King – Facebook – 7pm Nicholas J. Sosa – Facebook – 10pm
Sunday, May 17
Sticky Doll – Facebook – 11am Rob Pickett – Barflys – Facebook – 2pm
May 14 to May 20, 2020 Krystofer: “It’s just me and Bronte. I technically live with my landlords, but I don’t consider them that. They have their own place that’s connected to ours (we live in a casita). They’re great friends.” CVW: Would you like to share what your thoughts are about everything we’re dealing with? Krystofer: “I think people need to stop acting so entitled. I recently went back to work at Coffee Bean on El Paseo, and there are some people who won’t even wear masks, even if it’s policy. I feel like even if Corona was ‘fake’ news, why risk it? You’re also just making yourself look bad.” CVW: What do you most look forward to when this lock down is over? Krystofer: “I wanna have sushi and wine with my friends. That’s it.” CVW: Anything else you want to share? Krystofer: “I wish everyone safety and compassion. Every generation deals with some turmoil and this is part of ours. Our ancestors have dealt with way more than this, so stay strong and have fun!”
Sergio Villegas – Facebook – 3pm Pete Campbell (Versastyle) – Facebook – 4:20pm Blasting Echo – Facebook – 5pm Lootenant Ldoubleo – Instagram - @ lootenantmusic – 5pm Jesika von Rabbit – Facebook – 5pm Krystofer Do – Facebook – 7-9:30pm Nicholas J. Sosa – Facebook – 10pm
Monday, May 18
Sergio Villegas – Facebook – 3pm Slim Man – Facebook - 5pm Nicholas J. Sosa – Facebook – 10pm
Tuesday May 19
Sergio Villegas – Facebook – 3pm Rose Mallett – Facebook – 6:30pm Lizann Warner – Facebook – 6:30pm Michael Keeth – Facebook – 7-8pm Nicholas J. Sosa – Facebook – 10pm
Wednesday, May 20
Sergio Villegas – Facebook – 3pm Slim Man – Facebook - 5pm Nicholas J. Sosa – Facebook – 10pm Contact Phil Lacombe to have your Virtual Performance listed here. philip@coachellavalleyweekly.com
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