EXCLUSIVE | 'AGT: Fantasy League' finalist Sainted Trap Choir star Fannie Mae plans to ditch '9-5 commitments' after their potential win
CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA: 'America's Got Talent: Fantasy League' finalist Sainted Trap Choir recently managed to get the entire live audience present in the Red Studios Hollywood onto their feet. The Choir group showed off their mesmerizing vocals as they performed Prince's 'Purple Rain'.
Simon Cowell had worked with the group to get them the coveted clearance of the song 'Purple Rain'. Notably, Prince's estate made an exception and gave them permission to perform 'Purple Rain' on the NBC show. The group took the stage all dressed in white and danced and sang the legendary song.
Sainted Trap Choir's performance received Simon's Golden Buzzer and this sent them directly to the finale of the 'AGT' spinoff show.
However, this was not the first time that the group made it to the NBC stage. Dennis Reed, who auditioned on 'AGT' with 'Inspire the Fire' in 2011, teamed up with DJ Fannie Mae and Frenchiee Corpening during the pandemic to create Sainted Trap Choir. The trio came together to get Black singers and musicians together and pay tribute to the southern Black church.
The group was recognized for the first time in August 2022 when they shared a stage with singer Alicia Keys during her tour. However, the group auditioned for the first time in 2023 and made it to the 'AGT' Season 18 semifinals. Sadly, they failed to reach the finale but the choir group received a standing ovation during their redemption performance.
DJ Fannie Mae recently had a conversation with MEAWW and he reflected on his Trap Choir group's wildest redemption performance, Simon's Golden Buzzer, and their upcoming projects. Additionally, DJ Fannie Mae said they would consider quitting their regular jobs if the group wins the NBC spinoff.
DJ Fannie Mae shares plan for Sainted Trap Choir after their potential 'AGT' win
In a recent interview with MEAWW, Sainted Trap Choir founder DJ Fannie Mae reflected on her plans after winning 'AGT: Fantasy League' Season 1. She shared that winning the talent competition "would serve as the catalyst for a life-changing journey".
The winning title would "open doors to new opportunities and collaborations, providing us with a broader platform to share our music and message". Additionally, the trophy would also "fundamentally shift" their perspective on "wealth and work".
Fannie also shared that the big win would allow "us to reassess our 9-5 commitments and pursue our artistry full-time, dedicating ourselves entirely to our passion for music".
Sainted Trap Choir's redemption performance with 'Purple Rain'
DJ Fannie Mae reflected on Sainted Trap Choir's 'AGT: Fantasy League' redemption performance. She called the experience "surreal" and dubbed the journey 'unforgettable'. During the talent show, the group considered themselves as their "biggest competition".
They wanted to overcome the disappointment from Season 18 and challenged themselves to "show America a different side of Sainted". She added, "The energy and excitement of the crowd, combined with the opportunity to showcase our unique style, made it an unforgettable journey."
However, Fannie claimed that the group felt "immensely rewarded" after the redemption of receiving the Golden Buzzer. She said, "Being able to perform 'Purple Rain' was a profound honor for us, paying tribute to the legendary Prince, whose music has inspired us immensely. It was a moment filled with reverence, gratitude, and redemption."
DJ Fannie Mae dubs Simon Cowell's Golden Buzzer as 'most memorable' moment
DJ Fannie Mae shared the "most memorable" moment of the Sainted Trap Choir appearance on the 'AGT' franchise. She said, "While every moment on 'AGT: Fantasy League' has been memorable, if we had to pick one, it would be the exact second Simon pressed the Golden Buzzer."
She elaborated on the moment, "The eruption of cheers from the audience, the gold confetti falling, and the overwhelming sense of redemption made it a moment we'll never forget." Fannie revealed that the group was left "completely caught off guard by Simon's golden buzzer".
She shared, "We knew we had a powerful song in 'Purple Rain,' and we were determined to leave our hearts and souls on the stage, regardless of the outcome. That’s exactly what we did."
The group was hoping getting the judges' appreciation but "receiving such a high accolade from someone as influential as Simon Cowell was beyond our wildest expectation".
She added, "Thank you, Simon, and thank you, God, for such a blessing. 'BIG SAINTED!'"
She further noted, "Receiving Simon Cowell's Golden Buzzer was a dream come true and an honor we never saw coming. It validated our hard work and passion, and it's a moment we will cherish forever."
DJ Fannie Mae teases Sainted Trap Choir's upcoming projects
During the conversation with MEAWW, DJ Fannie Mae revealed Sainted Trap Choir's vision and upcoming projects. She shared, "Our vision for Sainted Trap Choir is to continue to break musical boundaries and unite people through our innovative sound."
Fannie shared that the choir group strives to "continue exploring and fusing genres, crafting music that resonates across diverse audiences". Fannie also announced the release of the group's new single, 'Ain't Gunna,' which is now available to listen to on all platforms.
The latest song of Sainted Trap Choir serves as a "daily mantra" to "ignite the spirit of success within you". The group is also "anticipating numerous collaborations, events, and more exciting projects on the horizon".
