Following on from his much-loved 'The Star In You' EP earlier this year, fast-rising artist Pedro Barbosa is back on the grind once again to deliver his anthemic new single 'We Are Light'.
Bringing back more of that bold and euphoric pop-rock aesthetic he has been developing since he first emerged, 'We Are Light' makes for a stellar return to form for him. With its broad and emotive textures perfectly elevating his soaring vocals throughout, he is certainly looking to pull on our heartstrings with this one.
So with the new single available to stream now, we sat down with him to find out more about his origins and what has been inspiring him most lately.
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What was the first instrument you fell in love with?
That i'm not sure, i sang in the shower, which i enjoyed singing but i cant say i loved my voice and then learnt guitar, and i majored in guitar. So I think guitar was my first love.
What kind of music did you love when you were younger?
Rock and Ballads, I enjoyed Love songs a lot.
What was the first album you remember owning?
Just Jinger and Korn, my aunt bought me both. I didn't like Korn then but they grew on me.
What is the one song you wished you could have written yourself?
Fix you from Coldplay
Do you have any habits or rituals you go through when trying to write new music?
No rituals, i just try and keep as clear mind as possible even though most of the time i want to release personal tension i still try not to be affected by other influences. But it always happens with me grabbing a guitar or striking a few chords on the piano.
Who are your favourite artists you have found yourself listening to at the moment?
I can't say im a fan of specific artists at the moment i think i like singles more than the full content of a single artist. i have been listening to a lot of old 50s jazz/swing at the moment. but my all time favorite artists has to be Coldplay, Matchbox 20, Johnny Clegg, Ed Sheeran to name a few.
If you could open a show for anyone in the world, who would it be?
Coldplay
What do you find is the most rewarding part about being a musician?
The fact that you can inspire others, but it changes as you grow in Music i feel your goals and attitude changes. In the past it was just a great way for me to let my thoughts emotions get out of me. It was an outlet for me. Now ititss more than just that.
And what is the most frustrating part?
Trying to get your music heard and dealing with the social anxiety.
And what is the best piece of advice you have received as a musician?
Never lose your garage feel, that defines who you are and why you do this.
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Pedro Barbosa's new single 'We Are Light' is out now. Watch the new video for it in the player below.