Singer/songwriter Nick Cabrejos, 24, of Singleton’s Grove in Centreville will perform on Saturday, Nov. 29 at 12 p.m. at The Empire Nightclub and The Alchemy Room, 6355 Rolling Road, Springfield.
Originally from Lima, Peru, Cabrejos will play original easy listening pop and cover songs from his debut album, “86 Sleep,” which is being officially released on iTunes on Dec. 2. The album is a reflection of past loves, restless nights, and the yearning for discovery outside of the suburbs of Northern Virginia.
“My brand of music is often referred to as ‘singer/songwriter,’” he said. “I plan to stand out in this genre by delivering interesting melodies and catchy rhythms that are influenced by artists from all around the world.”
A 2009 graduate of Centreville High School, Cabrejos started his musical journey by taking violin classes in fourth grade at Centreville Elementary school. He later switched to guitar at Liberty Middle School after taking a music lab class. Once in high school, he enrolled in the guitar department, and performed his first singer/songwriter performance in the Acoustic Gumbo concert his senior year with original music created by students.
“I remember being really nervous until the audience began to clap along with my chorus,” he said. “After that I was hooked.” He said he is grateful to Mr. Burke, Mr. Cosby, and Mrs. Gibbs for the inspiration and help that they provided him.