We had the good fortune of connecting with Andres Hernandez and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Andres, what led you to pursuing a creative path professionally?
I’m not sure how else to put this without being cliche but I feel like it pursue me in some sort of way. I’ve always had a passion when it came to making music but I always felt like I was my biggest critic. I found myself with a lot of doubt and wanted to give up on it. It’s crazy that everytime I’ve attempted to quit, someone or something will always drag me back into the mix. And looking back I’m actually grateful for those moments of clarity

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?
I must say i feared it would be a challenge to be one the one that stands out amongst the rest but I’ve learned that in this field that everyone was afraid of being themselves and always tried to sound like someone else. Once I opened that door to be more of myself, the easier it was to be more unique. When I made write a song, I try my best to focus on a moment in my life that I’ve experienced and paint the picture like if you was in the same room with me. I get the most proud about when I get feedback from strangers and they tell me what they truly experience

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
One thing I learned about Houston, nothing but bars and clubs! That’s always the move
Washington Ave was always my go to whenever I just wanted to get the night started. Lincoln Bar , Sports Club, Heart, heights social, man the list goes on! But besides all that definitely appreciate the diversity of different cultures when it comes to food, you can never miss there

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
I want to say I have a big inspiration from my best friend Kalin or most may know him by MAL€K , that is his Artist name. I want to say regardless of his absolutely raw talent but it’s his dedication and work ethic to the craft, night after night of just putting in the work to make each project the best it can ever be and also expanding himself with stepping out of his comfort zone. I must say a lot of growth came from learning and observing from him

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/champagnedre713?igsh=MW1zaWRjdWR1anhuaQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

Other: Apple Music
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/andres-hernandez/1465290789

Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/artist/5WtIkh1sLqFnxnGCAALHCS?si=34HZlGpuSw–4Jfz6mj2Ng

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