1 – When did you first get into music? What or who Inspired you?
Music is my heartbeat and I have been singing for as long as I can remember. From singing in a choir at my church to grabbing the hairbrush at home!
I was inspired watching concert videos that my parents had of Tina Turner and Whitney Houston. I loved dancing and singing along to the videos.
2 – Who did you grow up listening to, and does that impact on what you create now?
I grew up listening to a musical blender of; Whitney Houston, Destiny’s child, Tina Turner, Micheal Jackson, Stevie Wonder, Bob Marley and Fantasia Barrino to name a few. Listening to these artists defiantly has an inherent impact on my music that I am recording now.
3 – How long have you been playing/writing?
I have written songs for as long as I can remember, but professionally probably about 5 years, since my first appearance on the X Factor.
4 – How often do you play live (include details and links for any upcoming gigs)?
Playing live and meeting audiences is what I love most about music. I just got back from touring in Barbados at the tale end of May, which was absolutely amazing!
At the moment, I’m not playing live as much, as I am currently locked away in the studio writing and recording my Debut Album. I am looking forward to my album launch concert at the Jazz Cafe on the 14th September 2014.
Jazz Cafe Annastasia Baker: http://mamacolive.com/thejazzcafe/listings/upcoming-events/9778/annastasia-baker/
5 – What has been your favourite moment in music?
After two years of getting to the Judges houses of the X Factor, I entered a TV show called Time2Shine (which is like a gospel equivalent of the X Factor) and won.
As a result, I got a record deal and I am very grateful for all the support I have received and definitely looking forward to the next chapter.
6 – Where is the best place to find you online?
Website: www.annastasiabaker.co.uk
Twitter: @annastasiabaker
Facebook: facebook.com/annastasiabaker
Instagram: annastasiabaker