Behind the UC Lounge Performance

Recently I had the pleasure of performing at UC Lounge after not being on stage for over 6 months. It was an experience.

Basically I went into that performance with a "rehearsal" state of mind. Why? Because I want to get better. My live performances are important to me, therefore I wish for them to improve every time, so when I say "rehearsal" don't think a half ass show. Rehearsal is how everyone prepares for the next. So yes, I practice my shows before hand but the actual performance for me is a live dress rehearsal for you to see and decide if you'll be interested in the next show.

Ustream clips of Mandii's Performance!!

Regardless of how many people are in the audience, I aim for interaction and building some sort of relationship with who ever is there. I wish to introduce myself and get to know the strangers, and strengthen the relationship I have with those who have attended past shows.

Loosening up

I try!! The beginning of every show is intimidating whether there's one person in the audience or 200..it doesn't matter...I'm nervous. However, I do manage to loosen up enough to get lost in it, which is what I aim for.

Ever sing in the shower, or while you're cleaning like it nothing because you know no ones listening? Thats how I want to be on stage. Its a hard adjustment but its possible.

Acting it out

Overall I was very happy with my performance and proud of myself. I put a lot of thought into how I want to be perceived on stage as well as what I want to say and what I want you to think when you leave...I think I accomplished what I rehearsed. This isn't the last you'll be seeing of Miss Mandii Madison because there will definitely be more performances and they will be better than the last. Why? Because the last one was just practice for the performances I have on tour or at the Grammy's ;) So don't miss my shit!! xoxoxoxo