July 7th 2024.
Anne-Marie recently shared some valuable advice she received from her close friend Ed Sheeran, who she considers a mentor in both music and life. As they toured together in 2018, the 33-year-old singer learned something new from Ed every day. She credits him for championing her and helping her navigate the difficult journey of breaking into the music industry.
One particular piece of advice that stuck with Anne-Marie was to stay connected with her parents while on the road. According to her, it's easy to get lost in the whirlwind of touring and having a support system like family can help ground and remind you of your roots. This is something she always keeps in mind and values.
With seven UK top ten singles under her belt, Anne-Marie has established herself as a successful artist. However, she hasn't forgotten the struggles she faced in the early days of her career and the support she received from Ed and another band she toured with, Rudimental. Now, she wants to pay it forward and help other emerging singers.
In partnership with Volvic, Anne-Marie is on a mission to discover new talent and give them a platform to showcase their music. Together, they selected 27-year-old singer-songwriter Grace Davies to perform at BST Hyde Park, along with offering her a recording studio session and cash prize. Anne-Marie is passionate about supporting and uplifting others, whether it's in music or in life, because it brings her joy to see people smile.
However, she acknowledges that it can be challenging for aspiring artists to stand out in a world where social media has made it easier for everyone to share their talents. Anne-Marie herself struggled to make a name for herself in the industry, and she knows how overwhelming it can be. She often finds herself offering advice to people she meets, but with the sheer amount of social media messages she receives, it's difficult to respond to everyone.
Despite the competition, Anne-Marie's love for music and singing keeps her going. She admits to facing anxiety and insecurities about being in the spotlight, but the lockdown period during the pandemic made her realize that she couldn't give up on her passion. She loves performing and making people happy through her music, and that's what motivates her to keep going every day.
Speaking from BST Hyde Park, where she performed later that day, Anne-Marie couldn't help but comment on the unpredictable weather as she gave us regular updates throughout the interview. She reflected on her incredible summer so far, which included her dream of performing at Glastonbury. Despite her doubts, she was pleasantly surprised by the huge turnout and the energy of the crowd. She even got to perform her hit song "Psycho" with Aitch, who surprised fans by joining her on stage.
As an official partner of American Express presents BST Hyde Park, Volvic is supporting artists in the industry and keeping festival-goers refreshed with their new Touch of Sparkling range. Together with Anne-Marie, they are going above and beyond to discover and showcase new talent, making this summer even more special for music lovers. If you have a celebrity story or any exciting news to share, don't hesitate to reach out to the entertainment team at The Agency – they would love to hear from you.
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