Linney – PRESHOW RITUALS

In this Preshow Rituals segment, the pop artist, Linney, shares what she does before every show. You can check out her rituals, after the break.

I come from a stage background and grew up doing community theater so my pre-show routine is really important to me. Most people I know would find this crazy to hear, but I’m actually a huge introvert. I get pretty nervous before shows so trying to find the stillness before the storm is key. I arrive early to get a feel for the room. Stand on the stage. Take deep breaths and visualize how the rest of the night will go. I usually try and find time to myself whether it’s in the green room or the ladies restroom haha. I’m either drinking butt loads of water or Throat Coat tea or double fisting with both. And if I’m feeling extra spicy that day I’ll stop at Starbucks on my way to the venue and order a drink from their secret menu. It’s a steamed lemonade with both a Passion and a Refresh tea bag in there. It’s pure bliss.

The rest of the band usually heads to the bar to grab a drink pre-show and I find a quiet space to zone out and prepare. Sometimes I put headphones on and close my eyes. Sometimes I’ll sing through the songs. Then it’s showtime and the magic happens.

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