Michelle Galas is an artist whose biography bridges the gap between cultures and countries. She was born in France and grew up in a colorful atmosphere of Guadalupe, residing at present in London, her multi-cultural experiences are being reflected in each song she creates.
Music played a significant role in the life of Michelle since her childhood as she was inspired by her father singing and her uncle playing the saxophone. At the age of 18 she discovered her love in writing songs and since then she has devoted her career to producing music that puts a smile on people, makes people feel free and expressive.
Inspired by such popular musicians as Madonna, Lady Gaga, Cher, Cyndi Lauper, and Kylie Minogue, Michelle has found her musical style, which she refers to as hype pop thunder dance. This genre is the mixture of the lively vibe of 80s and 90s dance music and powerful notes and lyrics.
Her single Take Me Baby (in your arms) Starseed Remix demonstrates her prowess as an artist on every level as it combines the stirring nature of her feelings with strong production values and catchy vocal arrangements.
Michelle adds even more energy into the original track with her new Starseed Remix which gives the song an aspect that is purely made to dance to but still carries the heartfelt message of the song.
Michelle, in this interview, tells about music she sings and how she went about doing the remixes, and about how serious she is in making music that people can identify themselves and relate to physically and emotionally. Her mission has always been the same: to make the songs that will make people dance and feel their hearts.
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How does it feel to have “Take Me Baby (in your arms) – Starseed Remix” out in the world?
Thank you very much. Thank you for having me too. It is good to have the remix out and see how another version of the song can have an impact on people.
Can you tell us the story behind the original version of “Take Me Baby (in your arms)”? What inspired it?
Take me baby (In your arms) has been written by Loretta Rajkumar and myself. The song is a message of a woman asking her man to give her affection in the terms, (in your arms) it can have some connotation sexual for some people .
What made you decide to create the Starseed Remix—and what does the term Starseed mean to you in this context?
I wanted to do a version more for the dancefloor and make DJs play it in nightclub.
How did the remix process differ creatively from making the original track?
The remix adds more sounds or vibes to make people dance. The original track was done following the song meaning and the vibe of the melody.
The remix has a very cosmic and ethereal feel—was there a particular sound or mood you were trying to capture?
Starseed knows the crowd with his experience playing in different nights. He used the synth, and the saxophone sounds of the original and added his own touch. I guess the song message, my voice and melody made him used sounds that enhance the vibe of the song’s meaning.
Who did you collaborate with on this remix, if anyone, and what was that partnership like?
GroovStacymusic done the original version of the song and Starseed done the remix. Both are very creative and passionate music producers and do not hesitate to do crazy stuff hahahah
Is there a message you hope listeners take away from this version of the song?
To dance and feel free to sing a message they can ask to anyone they think about and want to share love.
Have you had a chance to perform this remix live yet? If so, how was the crowd’s reaction?
No I am working on it . It is not easy to perform as a singer of dance music in nightclub in London in a market controlled and leaded by DJs. But it will happen for sure.
How do you feel this remix connects with your existing audience—and does it open doors to a new one?
My existing followers/audience loves dance music, so this remix version is giving a push to my music style, and I got some good feedback. I think this remix will open the doors to the ears of new lover of dance music leading them to my style and world.
Is “Take Me Baby (in your arms) – Starseed Remix” part of a larger project, like an upcoming EP or album?
I am working on other songs to do an EP and I will do a Remix version of the same EP.
How would you describe the sound and style of “Take Me Baby (in your arms)” compared to your previous work? Are you exploring any new musical directions?
Contrary to my first release ” There is a fire burning (in my soul)” Take Me Baby (in your arms) is more energetic with an add of the sax vibes. Each of my future releases will be different style following still the goal to make people dance.
What’s on your personal playlist right now? Any artists or songs that influenced this remix?
No artists have influenced the remix. Starseed done the remix has he felt it. One of the artist I am listening to a lot now is Lady Gaga Mayhem album I think it is very creative to mix genre and style/sounds and Fariusmusic.
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