What is your names?
Nofar Wainberger
(Nofar is the Hebrew name for the Lotus flower)
What is your genre of music?
I would say Pop dance electro
Give us a little bio about you.
I was born in Israel, currently live in the UK – London, I grew up listening to artists/bands like The Beatles that led me to pursue after my dreams and aspirations for a career in music and took me to the Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (Founded by Sir Paul McCartney), this was a life time experience and made me come back to the UK and make a move.
What made you go into music?
Music was always part of my life, when I was 4 my parents bought a kids karaoke kit and I used to love it – I admit I didn’t really understand what I was doing as I was king of “eating” the microphone, growing up I used to write a lot, got my first guitar when I was 13 I wrote my first song after knowing two chords.
Are you a signed?
No, I am independent.
You debut single ‘Stay With Me’ is set to release, tell us more about the single.
Stay with me tells the story of a heartbreak vet who chose optimism over frustration and still believes in finding love.
What is the meaning behind ‘Stay With Me’?
’Stay with me’ refers to the feeling of been in a relationship feeling like you’re gliding among the clouds, infatuated with butterflies. All of a sudden something just shifts and hits you out of the blue, unprepared and unaware. All you want is for him to stay.
Describe the track in two words.
Finding love.
Who did you work with on the Single?
production and mix with the amazing Gauthier Matherat.
Mastering by Mike Cave
Where can we stream the single?
All the platforms – Spotify, Apple music, YouTube ,act
Will we see an EP or Album and if so, what can we expect?
Definitely, I’m working on my EP that will be released this year, the next song ‘Running’ is the second song of my EP and almost ready.
Do you have any online shows coming up?
Not yet but I promises I’ll update you.
What else can we expect in 2020?
A lot of music!!! My next single ’Running’ and a couple more singles on the way, hopefully some live shows (fingers crossed with everything that’s going on today)
Do you have any collaborations coming up with any upcoming artists?
There are some:)
Would you be up for collaborations if other musicians wanted one with you? and who would they have to contact?
I would love to collaborate and to meet some more talented musicians anyone who wants to can contact me via Instagram @nofarwainberger or Email – nofarwai@gmail.com.
Do you play any instruments?
I do, I play the guitar and basic piano.
Who are your influences?
There are soooo many, I love all kind of music I can’t be specific, definitely can say music from the 60’s- 70’s as my dad always loved them and me too growing up to the sound of it. Today I love making pop music and listen to so many artists such as Dua Lipa, Rita Ora, The Weeknd, Rosalia, and probably million others…
How do you get inspiration to write songs?
Usually from life experience, and quit a lot from heart breaks.
I walk every day at the park and find myself singing a song the pops on my mind so I record it on my iPhone, I would say my voice memos are very helpful.
Where do you see yourself now in 5 Years?
5 years from now wow thats a hard question, I would say releasing an album and touring in Europe and USA engaging with my audience.
When you’re not doing music, what do you do?
Working at the airport full time job, walking my amazing husky Jessica at the park and spend time with my friend.
What was the song you listened to most that influenced you to go more into the music scene?
I knew I wanted to be a singer the first time I got into the school choir, stood and sang on the stage.
What’s the best advice you have ever been given?
You will hear a lot of NO in your life before you’ll hear a YES don’t give up.
What advice would you give to aspiring musicians not about the industry and just as an artist?
If you love it just do it! It’s scary and you will hear a lot of criticism but don’t let it bring you down.
What quote or saying do you always stick by?
Don’t expect from others to give you what you’re giving – do it from your heart.
Where in your hometown is a must go to visit?
Tel-Aviv! I don’t think I need to add any information amazing city and food.
Your coming off tour;
1/ Where do you go first? Home!
2/ Who do you see first? Jessica my dog
3/What do you eat first? Homemade food!!
When you are at a gig, what are 5 things you cannot forget?
1. My guitar
2. Makeup and outfit
3. My songs lyrics
4. Bottle of water
5. To breath
Do you have social media accounts so your fans can follow you?
yas!! Instagram
