Local Artist Spotlight - Trensetta

Markell Holland • January 9, 2020

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Trensetta

Who is Trendsetta?


Thomas Miller AKA Trensetta is a Texas-based Hip-hop Artist with smooth vibes and brings that energy. Be sure to check out his new Single Ride Slow! >> http://bit.ly/RideSslow


Instagram- @Tren$etta

Facebook- @TrensettaMilla



Q.Where are you from?

A. Born in Milwaukee Wisconsin raised in Kenosha and San Antonio. 



Q. When and what inspired you to start recording your music?

A. I started writing very young in like the 4th grade. I came home after having a very bad day and just took my moms notebook and started writing away. It started as a stress reliever now it’s a career. 



Q.Which instruments do you play?

A. At the moment none, but I would love to learn the guitar and the piano. 



Q.What was the first tune(s) you learned?

A. You would probably have to ask my mother this question. I started learning songs as soon as I could walk and talk. 



Q. What are some of your family member's musical interests and abilities?

A. I never met my grandfather on my fathers side but my grandmother always tells me stories about him. He worked with Rick James back in the day he even wrote the baseline for Superfreak. Crazy right? Haha!



Q.Which famous musicians do you admire? Why?

A. Nipsey Hussle he was a man of the people and the people really loved him. I hate how he went out though shit hurt me bad. 



Q. Which famous musicians have you learned from? 

A. Curren$y, Wiz Khalifa, Larry June, Jay-Z, Drake shit the list is endless man. 



Q. What are your fondest musical memories? 

A. Just freestyle in school at the lunch table. I love to showcase my talent at times. 



Q. Were you influenced by old records & tapes? Which ones? 

A. Oh yes! Wiz Khalifa Kush and orange juice, Damn near EVERY Curren$y mixtape, Jay-Z and Nas albums. 



Q. Who are your favorite musicians? Groups?

A. CD's? Honestly.. Curren$y, Wiz Khalifa, Smoke Dza, Larry June and of course Nipsey Hussle & Jay-Z   



Q. Do you perform in public? 

A. I’ve performed at art gallery’s, bars, clubs etc. I really love the clubs though just the vibes and energy alone is crazy it’s such a rush. 



Q. How do you handle mistakes during a performance?

A. I just roll through it people don’t know you mess up unless you show them so just be professional about it and keep it moving. 

Trensetta
Q. How often and for how long do you practice?
A.Very often, Long days and nights. 


Q. How do you balance your music with other obligations?
A. It’s really hard at times but if you love this and are passionate about it you know that it has to come first. 


Q. Where do you expect to be in the next 2 years?
A. Only time can tell. I’m putting all my time and money into my career so at the top I guess. 

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