Devin Kennedy – PRESHOW RITUALS

In this Preshow Rituals segment, the pop artist, Devin Kennedy, reveals what he does before taking the stage. You can check out the story, after the break.

I try to be in a show-ready mindset throughout any show day, whether it’s for press, IG Live, or an actual concert. That means I’m usually up early to take a walk, drink some coffee, shower, and get some work done in the morning. I love making music on show days because it’s added inspiration for the performance, so I’ll usually spend the afternoon writing/producing some stuff.

When we’re all settled into the venue after soundcheck, the first part of the pre-show experience is relaxing and enjoying your time with whoever you’re traveling with (band, manager, etc). Not only do I feel that it’s important to be connected to your tour family, but it’s also important to celebrate the fact that we get to do this for a living.

Pre-show I’m doing a lot of vocal warm-ups accompanied by an acoustic or electric guitar and drinking some room temp water. I’ll also usually drink some coffee because sometimes I get so excited to play that my body wears itself out and gets tired.

Right before I walk on stage I try to be as relaxed as possible so when the first song starts I’m in control and connected to the people in that room.

Check out the song on the streaming platform of your choice!

Keep up with him on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.