Robbie Rosen Interview Article

Robbies Interview Article

         How many of you have heard the name Robbie Rosen before today? Well if you haven't heard of the Long Island celebrity. He's a 23yearold from Merrick Long Island who was on American Idol season ten. He made it pretty far in the competition he made it to top eight boys and top sixteen overall. Robbie has his own EP Just Like a Rose that he released in 2014. Since then he's been doing so many amazing songs like Wasted Love, Committed, Hot Summer, Follow Me, and more recently a song called Live Like Tonight. I have known Robbie for about two years or so and he's one of the coolest and most caring guys I have ever known. I have gotten to know Robbie really well I consider him a good friend maybe even a best friend in some way. I have gone to every concert I can for the past two years or so and every time he would come up to me and my mom. He would say hi and we would talk. His heart is in performing and pleasing his fans with his music. Mark your calendars because on April 16th it Robbie Rosen Day in Merrick, New York. Now let's get into the interview.   

Caitlin Robertson-Butt: When did you realize you wanted to be a singer and why?

Robbie Rosen: I began humming melodies before I could even say my first words! It has always been my greatest passion.

CRB: Who inspired you to be a singer and how big of an impact did they have on you?

RR: My mom was a professional singer for many years. She continues to coach me to this day, and has had such a tremendous impact on me and my career.

CRB: How would you describe your American idol journey?

RR: In one word: incredible. Best thing that's ever happened to me, musically. So thankful for everything the show did for me!

CRB: What goes through your mind when you're giving a performance no matter where you are?

RR: Connecting with my fans and making sure the audience feels every word you sing. It's the most important part of being a performer.

CRB: How would you describe being a featured artist on Top vocalist's Instagram account?

RR: It's so humbling. They have tons of viewers/followers, and the fact that they chose to feature me was such a blessing.

CRB: If you could do a duet with anyone who would it be and why?

RR: I would love to do a duet with Tori Kelly. She's an 'Idol' alum, and has such a beautiful, soulful voice. I also wouldn't mind a male-male duet with Ed Sheeran – that would be pretty awesome.

CRB: How would you describe your music style?

RR: I would call it mainstream pop, with an infusion of soul.

CRB: What's the best part of performing live?

RR: Again, definitely the fans. The audience makes the show, 100%. I'm so grateful to everyone who's supported me, and who comes out to see me and my band play!

CRB: How would you say music has changed your life?

RR: In every possible way! It's what I do 24/7 – literally. From teaching, to writing, recording, performing, producing, etc. I wouldn't trade it for the world!

CRB: What's the craziest concert and fan experience you have ever had?

RR: Great question – probably having an amazing fan of mine travel about 8 or 9 hours to see me!!

CRB: When and where are you performing next?

RR: I'll be at the iconic Bitter End in NYC November 10th!!

CRB: Where can they find you on social media?

RR: Everywhere! @RobbieRosenLive on IG/Twitter, facebook.com/robbierosenlive,  & YouTube.com/robbierosensings.

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CRB: Favorite song to perform?

RR: So many! If I had to choose, maybe a song I co-wrote, called "Remedy".

CRB: Do you get nervous before a show?

RR: More excited than nervous!

CRB: Whats your favorite place on earth?

RR: Any stage, anywhere.

CRB: Guilty pleasure tv show?

RR: 90-Day Fiance LOL

CRB: Whats one thing you can't live?

RR: My family.

CRB: Are you a cat person or a dog person?

RR: BOTH

CRB: Favorite pick up line you use on a girl?

RR: Still working on it...

CRB: Whats your nerdiest obsession?

RR: I'm a workaholic, in school, music, etc. I'd study for hourssss!

CRB: Whats your biggest pet peeve?

RR: Bad sound at venues...#ugh

CRB: Describe yourself in a hashtag?

RR: #Thankful

I hope you all like the interview and look him up. He truly is one of the best guys I know and he cares about people. Talking to him is always so humbling. Everyone go follow him and tweet him saying Caitlin sent me. I hope you all see fame doesn't change a person but a person chooses to act that way and change. I hope you learned something about him and become a fan. I will talk to you all soon with more articles I write and have done but let me know what you thought and what you want me to write about next.