![]() ![]() Part one focuses on the Guitar Star experience, while part two deals with his musical development, influences, and interests. It wasn't possible to include his fascinating account of Guitar Star and a biographical conversation in one segment, so this interview is presented in two parts. Notwithstanding the limitations of ratings driven television shows, in this case the judges final decision was proved right, and the television team managed to produce a very watchable series thanks in no small part to Zayn's aplomb. Ultimately, his grace under extreme pressure was proof that he indeed possesses star qualitydespite extraordinarily stressful circumstances he kept his cool and delivered the goods. Unseen by viewers was the harrowing experience he endured, which is the stuff from which musicians' nightmares spring. After interviewing him and hearing his compelling account of what it was like from his vantage point, my respect for his accomplishment has grown immeasurably. It was a joyous and well deserved culmination of an arduous competition, which left me admiring how masterfully Zayn Mohammed had risen to the occasion. ![]() In a nutshell, that was how the television viewer experienced Zayn's final appearance on the seriesrather like a dream come true. As he played his composition "Flow" and followed it with a salute to George Benson by covering "Breezin,'" the director intermittently cut to slow motion closeups of various teenage girls in the crowd swaying to the music. ![]() Much like his musical hero George Benson, whose crossover appeal took him to triple platinum heights, Zayn connected with the festival crowd. He was in command on stage and seemed perfectly at ease as he announced to the festival crowd that he hoped they would enjoy a bit of funk and jazz. Taking the stage he embodied two seemingly incongruous qualities, humility and rock star cool. Its about invention, it's about personality.he's truly a star." ![]() He was welcomed to the stage by legendary rock producer Tony Visconti, of David Bowie fame, as, "an incredible performer, a consummate artist, great guitarist, great musician and a visionary!" George Benson, who like Visconti was a judge and mentor on the series, appeared via video on the stage screens with these words, "Zayn has a been an outstanding performer, because he shows what guitar is all about. Appearing on the main stage at the Latitude Music Festival was Zayn Mohammed's prize for winning the 2016 season of the UK SkyArts TV series Guitar Star. ![]()
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