5 questions: QUIÑ

Emerging artist QUIÑ recently performed at SXSW Fader Fort and earlier this year debuted her video for “MATH.” The soft-spoken singer with power pipes is creating her own sound on her own terms.

When did you realize you had the talent to sing?

QUIÑ: I always knew I could sing. I would sing with my mom in the church choir and I sang with my high school choir. As I got older, I realized that I had to do something about it. I made a bet with myself to make a career out of my singing and songwriting.

You describe your sound as Fantasy Soul. Can you describe it?

Q: I never wanted to be placed in one musical box. The fantasy of my music comes from the universal where I live and the soul part is because the songs and music I write come from the depths of my soul. I love that as an artist I can spread my wings musically and fly wherever I want. My sound has no rules.

Has your Latin roots played a role in your music career?

Q: It really hasn’t. My dad is Puerto Rican and mom is Mexican. I don’t even know if I am from this planet [laughs]. I am still figuring it out as I go. I just know that I love to sing.

Who would be your ideal duet partner?

Q: I have no one specific in mind. I love working with artists who have the same passion as me. Also, I love singing with my friends.

What can fans expect to see/hear at your show?

Q: I will be performing songs from my new EP “Galactica” along with some new stuff from my current project. I am trying to create a bigger story with these two albums. I hope that everyone who attends has a great time and enjoys the music.