Ingrid Michaelson interview

Hello Ingrid Michaelson. Where are you currently?

I am in a hotel room in London.

How's 2009 going and gone as we come toward the end of it?

It has been a good year. I have been touring and writing. I put out my latest record. Many good things have happened.

How did the release of 'Everybody' go?

We reached number one on the iTunes charts which was surprising! It has been going so well.

Are you releasing any singles from the album?

The first single is "Maybe" and it will be released shortly [16th November 2009].

I love the artwork for the album. How did that come about?

I met an artist by the name of Mikey Please. In London actually. I told him a basic idea of what I wanted and he ran with it.

What's your favourite track from 'Everybody'?

'Are We There Yet'.

If people don't know what you and your music are about, how would you describe yourself?

Ugh. I don't like describing myself. I'm a girl who makes music. Is that ok?

How did you first come to music?

I took piano lessons from age 5 to 15. My father was always at the piano. I have had music in my life for as long as I can remember.

Who would you love to perform with, past or present?

Judy Garland. I adore her.

What are you currently listening to on your MP3 player?

Greg Laswell.

Best venue you've played?

Royal Albert Hall when I opened for Jason Mraz.

What do you miss the most when you're on the road touring?

My bed. My comfy, soft bed.

Some quick fire questions. Tea or coffee?

Tea.

Summer or winter?

Winter.

Eat in or take out?

Take out.

Marvel or DC?

Huh?

Mac or PC?

Mac.

Grey's Anatomy (where your song 'Keep Breathing' was used in the 2007 season finale) or Lost?

You can't ask me that!!

And finally, what's next on the agenda and onward into 2010?

Writing, recording and touring. That's my life!

Thanks Ingrid!