JT SEIBERT

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Hello beautiful people! I just want to thank God and the lovely individuals at Trend Prive Magazine for this interview. My name is J.T. Seibert and I’m a singer/songwriter/performer from the East Coast U.S.A.. Ever since I was young, music has been a huge part of my life and has touched my soul. Essentially, it’s made me the man I am today, a thankful person. Over the past couple of years, I’ve had the priviledge to work with some phenomenal musicians, producers and industry professionals throughout The States. Allow me to share a few: Chad Szeliga (Multi-platinum selling drummer Black Label Society/Breaking Benjamin), who is an amazing person and friend. Chad is not only a drummer, but a remarkable songwriter as well. Nick Rich (the great “Buddy Rich’s” Grandson) is a spirit driven person, who I personally think is a musical genius, and is in the group called NEFU managed by the gorgeous, intelligent, and humble Cathy Rich. Co-writing/recording sessions with Grammy Award winning songwriter Jim Peterik (Survivor, wrote “Eye of the Tiger”, “Hold on loosely”), who has a genuine heart for music and people that I haven’t seen by many. I was also blessed to have my voice critiqued by Ron Alexenburg (Signed Michael Jackson, Bruce

Springstein, Patti Labelle), and Wind up Records, Head of Artist scouting. As of later, I’ve decided I’ll be taking my career solo, gigging with musicians, co-writing with various artists and working on my new album that will be shopped to Major/Independent Record labels! I’m looking forward to the future and the opportunities that may come my way. My one dream has always been to have my music heard all across the world so I can help change people`s lives in a positive fashion. In times where natural disasters, political scandals, and economic waves escalate, I try and think as John Lennon said, “Give Peace a Chance”. When did you realize that you had this artist in you? Ever since I was a little boy. I would run up to my parents and do Elvis Presley impersonations. Jailhouse rock! To be honest, it was around 17 when I started commiting myself to the craft. Are you self taught or did you have training when it comes to singing? I pretty much just sang all the top selling artists of our times material for years. From Billy Joel, Usher, Gavin Degraw, Brian Mcknight and even Nsync and the Backstreet Boys in my teens. I did, however, purchase instruction from “Brett Manning Singing Success” in my early twenties. Brett has worked with recording artists from Capitol, Columbia, Atlantic, Interscope, Dreamworks, Lyric Street, MCA, Epic/Sony. Check him out, you won’t be sorry! Any musicians that you look up to and get inspired by when writing and singing your music? As far as writing goes, I’m a big Beatles fan. In my opinion, they set the standard for killer hooks, I also really enjoy Adam Levine from “Maroon 5”. The man`s got flow and swagger for sure. When you are writing, which comes first: lyrics or melody? For me, it’s more of a choice on which I’d like to experiment with. Of course, there’s no choosing when inspiration comes your way now, is there? I find my best material comes my way when I’m just about to fall asleep and slip into a dream. Sad, but true! I’ll be relaxed and just start hearing or visualizing certain things.Trippy…Favorite song of all time? Hands down, short and sweet

“Let it be”, The Beatles. Favorite music genre you like to listen to? Pop music all the way, people! Today’s Pop crosses so many genres and styles, but what I love the most is a nice, clean, powerful voice. Truth be told, I enjoy female singers better than males. I’m still deciding who has a better voice: Beyonce or Christina? As a performer, was there ever a time you experienced stage fright?

How did you overcome it? No way, I mean come on now, that’s just rediculous! Just kidding, I pretty much got the jitters out when I was younger at talent shows and different events. If I ever feel uncomfortable, I just block it out. I tell myself, “Guess what buddy, It’s happening, you`re not going anywhere, so deal with it and own it!” What music genre would you say your songs fall under? For my new album I’m going to go more in a billboard pop direction. I enjoy the digital beats and produced vocals. Even though I insist on meaningful, thought provoking lyrics; I’m not afraid to go with the times and frankly, I enjoy the sounds of today. From your experience, what advice could you give new artists that are just starting out? Perseverance, man…Ya don’t stop, quit, or listen to anyone taking you off your path. This is what dreams are made of. Where can our readers hear your music? For my new album, in the new year you can google my name “J.T.Seibert” where you’ll see links to my pages as well as my personal website. One particular site that allows easy access for new artists to stream their original music is Soundcloud. Here’s a link to some material: ttps://soundcloud.com/j-t-seibert God Bless!

by Pierre Hairrock Heinemann