Ingrid

Ingrid is a sixteen-year-old musician from western Sydney, who absolutely loves to be performing on stage. Her strong passion and drive for music has already made an impact in the online music world. Ingrid has achieved 'Gold' status (four most listened to track) on Soundcheck.com.au. Currently, Ingrid is song-writing and recording her album. Watch out for Ingrid in the future.

Goodbye by Ingrid is a fantastic first single that combines female vocals with a killer drum beat and electric guitars. You wouldn't think this single is orchestrated by one girl, but it is, which makes it all the more impressive.

Goodbye would easily fit into any mainstream radio station, with its indie band beat and incredible female lead. Definitely a song I would want on my iPod.

Interview with Ingrid Oram

How did it feel to hear your songs played on a CD?

Ingrid Oram: It felt great, because when I listened to it, I felt like I had achieved something, and that all my hard work had paid off .

Did you have any pre-conceived ideas about the music industry?

Ingrid Oram: To be honest, everything I thought of, is actually what I thought of it to be, enjoyable, fun and hard working.

Do you write your own songs? What's your inspiration?

Ingrid Oram: A lot of things inspire me everyday; I am influenced with positivity and setting new goals in life that I KNOW I can achieve. And yes, I do write my own songs.

What music/artists do you listen to when you are not playing your own?

Ingrid Oram: I listen to all styles of music, and listen to different artists, like Celine Dion, Paramore, Jimmy Eat World, Panic!, Pink, Edwin McCain, and a lot of local bands like, Town Hall Steps, City Lights Fade. Being a musician, you have to listen to all sorts of styles, and languages to get ideas and a better understanding of music.

What's next? Tour/Album/Single?

Ingrid Oram: Well at the moment I have gigs coming up and I should be in the studio to record more songs with Antonio a great person and a really talented drummer and producer, I'm also working with solo artists and local bands, but I am planning on writing an EP.

Was there a moment you contemplated throwing in the towel?

Ingrid Oram: Many times…

Do you prefer performing live or recording?

Ingrid Oram: They're both great fun!

What/who was your inspiration to go into the music industry?

Ingrid Oram: As I said before, a lot of things have inspired me, but one of the tops would be my father, because he is a musician himself and is well known overseas and he always supports and helps me. So Papa is one of my main inspirations.

What is the biggest challenge you have faced along the way to your musical success?

Ingrid Oram: I'd have to say being different, because a lot of people these days want something cool and a lot of artists can have the same music, so to get people liking you, you have to be unique in your own ways.

What's a typical day like?

Ingrid Oram: Going to school and my parents asking me to clean my room, just like any other teenager.

What has been your favorite part of becoming a music artist?

Ingrid Oram: It's definitely the support from my family and friends, and the great people that I've met that are just amazing to work with and that also helped me out.

If you could collaborate with another artist, who would it be?

Ingrid Oram: Any musician with talent and a strong personality whether they're signed or unsigned.

Are you single? What do you look for in a partner?

Ingrid Oram: In a partner I'd like someone to be themselves, down to earth, smart, positive. I guess someone that's just loving caring and simple.

Do you have a website fans can visit?

Ingrid Oram: www.myspace.com/ingridaus

Can you tell us five things required for a happy healthy & enjoyable life?

Ingrid Oram: 1st of all you need to be STRONG, because if you are not strong, you won't get anything in this life. Someone once told me that if you are weak, you won't reach your dreams but the one with strength will pick themselves up, and do anything. (Don't let anyone put you down, because no one out there is better then you!)
2nd be positive, cause if you are, things do work out, no matter how bad your situation is (trust me).
3rd have a good social life, because you meet awesome people everyday that can help you, support you and be close to you.
4th do what you love doing, it would keep you busy, happy and can make you achieve something
5th be fit and eat well, would take all the stress and make life fresh.

What message would you like to say to your fans?

Ingrid Oram: Thank you so much for listening to my songs, reading this and supporting me, it means the world!

60 Second Quiz

Full Name: Ingrid Oram
Nickname(s): Inguee (pronounced ingi)
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Talent: Creating
Favorite Food: Peanut Butter
Favorite Film: American Beauty and The Notebook
Favorite Actor: I have a lot but one of them is Ian Somerhalder
Pet: Dogii
Best Feature: Smile/Teeth
Worst Feature: I have a bad thing for feet…
Hobbies/Interests: Music, friends, going out
First Job: Gymnastics Recreational Coach
Are you a Pub, Bar or Club kind: I am underage, but I do love to dance and party.
What Can You Never Leave Home Without: My iPhone
What is the first thing you think of when you wake up in the morning: What am I doing today? Or I need to get onto the Internet!

Interview by Brooke Hunter
Review by Simone Traglia