Aminé's Primavera Sound Interview: Candid Thoughts on Music, Concerts, and the Economy

Primavera Sound: Aminé on New Album, Pre-Show Rituals, and the State of Concerts Aminé, the acclaimed musician, recently spoke with Dazed at Primavera Sound in Barcelona. The interview covered his new album, "13 Months of Sunshine," his pre-show preparations, and his thoughts on the current state of the concert industry. Aminé shared a personal lyric from his album that resonates with him, stating, “No feeling’s final.” He explained that this phrase helps him cope during challenging times. He also discussed the three-year process of creating the album, noting the emotional toll of such a long-term project. Regarding his pre-show rituals, Aminé described his focus on stretching, saying, "I'm really about stretching before a show, especially because I'm getting old." He also offered a candid description of performing live: "adrenaline, pure bliss, and cocky." The interview concluded with Aminé's concerns about the economic challenges facing the concert industry, stating, "The concept of concerts is crazy in this economy because it's like motherf*ckers aren't getting paid shit and like, spending their money, their hard-earned work money on your show." His comments highlight the importance of supporting artists and the challenges they face in today's economic climate.