ROBYN CHRISTIAN

Artist with a Purpose

When did you first get into music?

I went to a fine arts elementary school where there was a piano in the classroom and we would sing during class! It was so fun!

Who or What inspired you to pursue a career in music?

My mom was my biggest supporter growing up! She would get me gigs all around town.

How has your music evolved since you first began performing?

I used to sing covers growing up and I never really liked it because I wanted to develop my own style. However when I got older I was able to find my niche in positive uplifting music and decided this was the type of singer I wanted to be.

If you were forced to choose only one, which emotion, more than any other drives you to stay in this tough business? Is it joy, anger, desire, passion or pride and why?

I would say desire to use the gift God has given me. When I realized my purpose in life was to sing and bless people then it wasn’t about me anymore, it was simply a desire to sing and make music that people could listen to and smile.

Which ingredient do you think makes you special and unique as a performing artist in an industry overflowing with new faces and ideas?

To me it doesn’t matter what other artists are doing because everyone has a purpose. There’s no competition when you’re using your gift!

What has been your biggest challenge as a performing artist? Have you been able to overcome that challenge? If so, how?

My biggest challenge was not knowing my purpose, so when you’re in a competitive world such as the music industry your mind will tell you not to use your gift because there’s a million other people out there that are better! Set your mind free and use your gift regardless of the circumstances. Using this mindset has helped me overcome this challenge.

A common phrase in the industry is, “you must suffer for your art.” Do you agree with this statement? If so, how have you suffered for your art?

I have not suffered for my art, it’s been fun and a blessing to make music!

How do you feel the internet has impacted the music business?

The internet is a great tool to gain fans and get your music out there without a major label.

Have you done or plan on doing any Live-stream Concerts? If you have, how has the response been from your fans?

I was performing live and for different events every week before the pandemic happened but since then I have been able to stay connected with my fans by taking requests on Facebook and singing live at my house. I’ve also been part of many zoom events as well. The response has been great!

If you could change anything about the music industry. What would it be?

I hate that the music industry is popularity first than music. Someone can be famous for no reason and then put out music. There are some amazing artists out there with awesome music but you might never hear them because they’re not popular on social media.

What are the 5 albums that have helped make you the person you are today? And why?

Honestly it’s hard to answer this question because music hits my soul, it’s everything to me and I’ve listened to every kind of music and grown from everything i’ve heard. I’ve especially learned that it doesn’t matter how good of a singer you are, what matters is how good you’re using your spirit in the song. You can truly feel what a person is feeling through their song.

What is the best advice you have received?

Everything happens on God’s timing.

Tell us about your current project. Are you working on new music? An EP or Album?

I recently released my EP album Smile. I love this album because it’s me, my feelings and it’s positive and uplifting.

What’s next for you?

What’s next for me is wherever God takes me. I’m not too concerned with making things happen on my time but rather focused on what’s in front of me right now. Right now I’m in a band where I can help other young artists and musicians get started.

How can fans-to-be gain access to your music?

You can go to my website robynchristian.com or access my EP Smile at any digital music store.