As the camera's fade in, all you hear is a loud barrage of female's cheering on the sides of this quite large room of Much Music tv show. As the camera's pan become clearer and pan out you see known television host Lauren Toyota. Aside from her is a male with blonde hair wearing a blue demin jacket, black jeans and a white t-shirt. He is smiling at the camera, Lauren looks at the cameras herself and with a spunky attitude and tone to her voice she speaks into the microphone.
Lauren: And we are back on Much Music! And from the sound of it, it looks like we've got a special guest tonight! Here with us today is you tube sensation and now pop star, Austin Nimmo! Welcome to the show!
The crowd of mostly girls cheer loudly as the camera's move onto Austin face. He's smiling widely, and even waves at his fans that are in the audience before picking the microphone up only seconds later.
Austin: Thank you, Lauren, it's certainly a pleasure to be here.
Lauren smiles
Lauren: Take us back a few months, would you ever imagine being here today?
Austin: You know what's funny? I was just going to say that. Just a few months ago I was posting youtube videos and now I'm here today on Much Music and I can just feel the love from all the people in here and outside, it's unbelievable I really sometimes have trouble taking it all in.
As he says this, the fans start cheering once more. Lauren smile holding the microphone
Lauren: Well they certainly are loving you, congratulations on everything. So, how did this all happen? I am sure many people know you from singing on youtube, but now we all can't get your song out of our heads. Where did this all come about? Were you always planning on working to make it big time one day?
Austin: You know... I genuinely love singing and writing music and I used to always just have different songs in my head singing around my house or at school and it was always just a hobby for me. Nothing I really took seriously. I just always had people saying things like "You should be a singer" or "Wow you can really sing" and I never really thought of it. One day I just decided to start sharing these covers I was making in my head and singing out loud ...onto the computer. I never really thought it was going to gain too much attention but I essentially did it for fun really. The first video I posted which was a cover of Isabel's "In This Life (Shadows)" and people really liked it. When I saw the views go up to 300,000 I was thinking "Wow..." and people really begin supporting me and what I was doing.. and even began requesting certain songs they enjoyed for me to cover. From that moment forward I just began recording video's for me to sing for people watching. It became something that I could go to to get away from all the drama I would be facing and the stress of school ..it was wear I could just let go through. Months later after people really began supporting me I remember hearing Weekend's "Out Of My Mind" and covering it and seeing of thousands and thousands of people urging me to began recording my own music, it hit me.
Lauren smiles
Lauren: And that's when it all came to you.
Austin runs his hands through his hair before continuing
Austin: Exactly. I was knew not too long after that, that I could begin my own movement making original music for people who have been supporting me non stop. After the video's really got out there, I had a couple of amazing producers contacting me to record music. One that really struck me was Rami Yacoub which was like a dream come true actually and we automatically got into the studio and created "Adore You"
Austin smiles, as well as Lauren and the audience applause's
Lauren: It's such a catchy record, and the girls are seeming to love it. It's burning up the radio stations right now.
The girls in the audience cheer again
Austin: It's unbelievable. I'm glad to see that people really like it, honestly. It's really a relief to see something you believe in begin to take off. It feels good!
The audience cheers once more
Lauren: And I believe you are doing this all without a label, am I wrong?
Austin: Yup, all without a label. Independent.
Lauren: Do you feel that it is it harder on you as an independent artist?
Austin: I think it's a bit tougher because you don't have access to all the funding and what not, but think about it like this....when you are independent you also own the rights to all of your music and don't have to really pay anything back to anybody. You are your own boss... and I really like that freedom. Of course it's tough because you've got to be very careful with what you do and you've got to move step by step and eventually if you have hope and you work hard, it'll all pay off. For example, we just sent Adore You to the radio two weeks ago. It's happen to have an amazing response on radio so we move onto the next step which would be digitally. It's more of a process but it's fulfilling.
Lauren: Have record labels approached you yet? And if so do you plan on signing with a major label any time soon?
Austin: They have. But I didn't really like the circumstances of the contract. I know I am only 17 but what I want is to continue doing what I am doing and believe in it. If the right label comes and I feel really comfortable with everything then I'll sign the deal. But until then I'll just have to keep doing it like that. It's really not as bad as I thought.
Lauren: I certainly see that, and congrats on everything you are doing!
Austin smiles
Austin: Thank you.
Lauren: Now earlier you said that you would create these covers of to get away from drama and stress. What stress would you have?
Austin sighs a bit, running through his hair before looking back up at Lauren
Austin: You know... small things... yet they got to me. People bullying me when I was younger, and calling me ugly and stuff like that. I've always been taught to ignore what people have to say but my middle school years were really tough. Having people laugh and say hurtful things. A lot of people don't know that, that can affect one another so I thought why not just sing my pain out through different songs...
Lauren: Austin, do not worry. You are NOT ugly.
The fans cheer loudly and and Lauren and Austin begin laughing
Austin: Thank you...thank you guys.
He smiles blushing and sitting back into his cheer
Lauren: That is really an inspirational story though, I bet alot of people don't even know this.
Austin: They don't because I never really shared this information with anyone accept maybe my parents and a few people who knew me from back home because I never wanted to seem like a pity story. So the only people who really knew were the people who actually bullied me and said these things.
Lauren: Well now that you are a rising star, and you're on tv, the odds are that some of them are probably watching right now, you have anything to say to them?
The camera moves onto Austin, he laughs before getting serious
Austin: I don't think I am aloud to say the things that I want to say to them on tv...
The audience, Austin and Lauren begin to laugh
Austin: I'm joking but I mean, I don't like to hold grudges. I let life itself take care of things like that. I would say to them "Look at me now". I am a stronger person then I ever have been and they were probably insecure with themselves and so had to take it out on me, but now I look back at the benefit of the experience because now.. no body can break me down.
Lauren begins clapping as well as the audience
Lauren: I think that's excellent, and it's good to see you stronger then ever! So you can relate to people who were bullied or are being bullied right now ?
Austin: Of course... I've seen so many stories where people are really being pushed to a point where they don't even want to live anymore because of what people are saying and doing to them. It really makes me sick. I want to reach out to as many people I can so we can really take action against bullies who are doing this. I love that people feel as if they can confide in me because I know how it feels and I generally want to help them myself who are dealing with bullies.
Lauren: Is there anything you would like to say to someone who is being bullied that is watching this right now?
Austin: It's important that you stay strong and keep moving forward past them and their actions and words and words and although it can be hard but words don't hurt unless you begin to let them. It can be so hard to block someone out.. but when you do you realize that what they do really cannot phase you. Just keep moving forward
The audience cheers
Lauren: Absolutely! I love that you are creating this relationship with your fans.
Austin: You have to. I think as an artist, it's become a time where you're not just supplying music. You are also becoming an important factor and peoples lives. I've just realized that people really genuinely look up to us, and that's why I love this. I get to help people too.
Lauren: As your fan base grows, are you starting to feel the pressures of fame?
Austin: I mean... there's pressures during life period. Whether you are famous, or not. You have things that are positive and you have things that can be really negative. I am just having fun and enjoying every moment that comes to me to the fullest. I am literally living for every moment.
Austin laughs
Lauren: Are you currently working on an album? Can you give us some details on the project?
Austin: Yes, I am actually. Right now my team and I are really getting ideas together and we've just began experimenting in the studio. I've got about three songs already recorded with Rami and now I am looking to work with some others. It's important that I make sure the music is authentic and that I truly love it so I am taking my time on the project, but it should be done relatively quick because I don't wanna keep everyone waiting. Gotta stay consistent for them. So I can say that it's going to be a very enjoyable pop album, with variety for all audience's. Like I said before I am 17 now so I am growing up and that will also show in the music but it certainly won't be raunchy.
The pitch of female cheers are heard again, Austin laughs.
Lauren: Before we get to something really cool, we have to take a break! When we come back one lucky fan will get to take an exclusive picture with Austin and you get to ask him any question you want! When we come back!
The camera's fade away as the tv's show theme plays as the show goes to commercials.
As the camera's fade in after the commercial break, you hear a high pitched mixture of screams as they pan into Austin and Lauren. Lauren has a smile on her face, as well as Austin. Lauren begins to speak.Lauren: Welcome back to Much Music! We are here with pop sensation Austin Nimmo today and we are right in time for a very special game..
Austin smiles
Austin: I like games...
Lauren laughs
Lauren: It's called "Pick, Pic and Question". We've got all the girls name here on our monitor and after 5 seconds the screen will stop on one name. When that happens, that means that girl got picked. Following that, you have to take a picture with the person who got chosen and then they get to ask you a question. Okaay?
Austin smiles as the crowd starts cheering loudly once more.
Austin: Lets go!
Lauren: Okay!
Lauren stands up and presses a button on the monitor. The camera's pan around to show the faces of anxious fans hoping to be chosen. After 10 seconds the monitor stops on one name that reads "Kendra Jacobs". Lauren looks around.
Lauren: KENDRA JACOBS! Are you in here?
The girls raises her hands, she has a huge smile on her face as the camera's move in on her. She looks like she's in shock and can only smile. The crowd, who mostly looks unhappy still cheers for her!
Lauren: Now, you have won Kendra! So congrats! Austin ...you know what you gotta do!
As the crowd cheers him on, Austin stands up and walks over to the girl, she can barely move as she has a huge smile on her face as he opens his hands for her phone, she places it in his hand. He pulls his arm up and takes a picture.
After doing so, he places the phone back in her hands and gives her a hug. You can tell in her face that she cannot believe anything that is going on right now.
Lauren: Now Rachel, one question for Austin!
Lauren walks over and holds the microphone up to Rachel's mouth, her voice a little shaky. She speaks
Rachel: Austin, what do you look for in a girl?
Perhaps the loudest cheers of the day is heard right now. All the girls go wild in cheering for this great question just asked. Austin starts laughing, sitting back down and looking at Rachel.
Austin: That's a really good question, Rachel, thank you. I would have to say someone that is honest and loyal. And wouldn't mind going places with me or even sitting down and having a nice lunch or picnic. I am quite a romantic guy so she has to be sweet. Lookswise, that never really matters... the girl just has to have a great personality and has to be a fun person to be around. I am not too picky
Austin winks as the crowd cheers and Lauren walks back over and sits down.
Lauren: You are currently single? I am sure the girls are doing to know.
Austin: I am. Just busy working on making this happen. If the right one comes a long, I will try my best to sweep her off her feet.
Austin laughs and the crowd of girls just cheer in response.
Lauren: Before you perform here today, I just wanted to ask who do you currently enjoy listening to and who would you like to work with in the future?
Austin puts his finger on his chin to think
Austin: Wow there's so many. I really enjoy listening to all types of music to very honest. I can't really put my finer on one person. But I would really love to work with Isabel. I think that'll be huge and would really be a dream come true to be honest. Love everything she stands for and the music she makes. Would also like to work with the Weekend guys, they're really cool. Scott has been a really cool guy towards me. Kato also seems like he would be cool to work with. There's just so many.
Lauren: Last question Austin!
Lauren smiles
Lauren: What are you plans for the next few months to a year
Austin: First and foremost we are launching my official website later today, but long term I really want to be able to get my name out there and establish myself as an artist and a performer. I want to continue to work hard and live my dream and never take it for granted really. I want to finish the album and tour and continue to make music for my fans who have been so awesome from the very start.
Lauren: Best of luck with all of your endeavors Austin, I am sure you will be successful!
Lauren smiles as the crowd cheers
Lauren: When we come back, Austin will be performing his single "Adore You" that will be available digitally todaaaay....so do not change the channel!
The theme song plays once more as the fans cheer, Austin waves and laughs as the camera fades to black.
