Herbal Tea & White Sofas: María Becerra

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Herbal Tea & White Sofas: Argentinian Singer/Songwriter María Becerra Rhapsodizes About Backstage Maté

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In the latest episode of Herbal Tea & White Sofas, watch María Becerra discuss what she needs on her rider to have a great show — from vegan food to traditional maté
Morgan Enos
GRAMMYs
Nov 30, 2021 - 2:42 pm

Some acts have infamous riders that become the stuff of legend (who doesn't remember the tale of the brown M&Ms?). Not María Becerra, though. 

Rather, the Argentinian singer/songwriter's style is to keep it simple. This extends to the amenities she requires backstage — from vegan food to maté, an Argentinian specialty.

Here's Maria Becerra's Backstage Secret Weapon

In the latest episode of Herbal Tea & White Sofas, watch Becerra reveal her favorite backstage treats and meditate on the energy flow between audience and performer.

Check out the clip above and click here to enjoy more episodes of Herbal Tea & White Sofas.

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Herbal Tea & White Sofas: BUNBURY Is A Spanish Rock Star Without The Rock Star Ego

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Spanish rock legend Enrique Bunbury discusses his minimalist backstage essentials for GRAMMY.com's Herbal Tea & White Sofas video series
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GRAMMYs
Jul 28, 2021 - 6:05 am

Spanish rocker BUNBURY got his start as the frontman of Héroes del Silencio in the mid-'80s and has since been deemed a godfather of rock en español in Spain. As he humbly explains in the latest episode of Herbal Tea & White Sofas, despite playing around 1,400 shows so far, his backstage needs are simple.

BUNBURY Is A Minimalist Backstage

While he may be a certified rock star, BUNBURY does not have any stereotypical rock star demands. Hear from the legendary rockero himself in the endearing video above and explore more episodes of Herbal Tea & White Sofas.

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Draco Rosa Talks Backstage Must-Haves: Palo Santo, Chocolate & More | Herbal Tea & White Sofas

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In the inaugural episode of GRAMMY.com's new series, the singer/songwriter reveals how pieces of his childhood set the mood before hitting the stage
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Feb 2, 2021 - 11:48 am

What does GRAMMY-winning singer/songwriter Draco Rosa need to get him ready to step on stage? Chocolate and palo santo, he reveals. "I think of my mom. [It] takes you right back to the beginning," he says about chocolate in the inaugural episode of GRAMMY.com's new series Herbal Tea & White Sofas. Each episode will feature music-makers sharing their must-haves backstage while on the road.

Draco Rosa Talks On-Tour Backstage Must-Haves

Why does Rosa like burning palo santo backstage? Again, It goes back to his childhood. "My parents forced me to go to Catholic school," he says. "For some reason, in some weird way, even though I rejected all of that stuff, here I am lighting the palo santo and [it's] taking me back to my childhood again."

Watch the full episode above to find out what else Rosa fancies—and what he's nixed from his list after years of performing.

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Herbal Tea & White Sofas: Why South Korean Singer LeeHi Takes Tea, Not Coffee

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In the newest episode of Herbal Tea & White Sofas, watch South Korean singer LeeHi explain why tea is more beneficial than coffee for a sore throat
Morgan Enos
GRAMMYs
Jan 25, 2022 - 2:42 pm

A cup of java may boast a variety of well-documented health benefits, but curing a sore throat isn’t one of them. This goes doubly if you’re a singer: maintaining your natural instrument is as crucial as a guitarist periodically visiting a luthier.

South Korean singer LeeHi clearly had this in mind while filming her episode of Herbal Tea & White Sofas, GRAMMY.com’s series where musicians reveal what’s on their riders.

Watch LeeHi Reveal The Magic Of Throat Coat

“There’s a tea called Throat Coat — someone gave it to me when I was on tour,” she tells GRAMMY.com. “I drank it when I lost my voice, and it was really effective.”

Aside from vocal health, LeeHi also praises the deliciousness of fried jokbal and the mindset that helps her have a great show.

In the latest episode of Herbal Tea & White Sofas, get to know LeeHi better via her backstage rituals — then take a listen to her latest album, 2021’s 4 Only.

Watch the endearing video above and check below for more episodes of the series.

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Herbal Tea & White Sofas: Courtney Barnett

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Herbal Tea & White Sofas: Why Courtney Barnett Needs Local Postcards & International Stamps On Her Rider

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In the latest episode of Herbal Tea & White Sofas, watch indie/alternative singer/songwriter Courtney Barnett reveal what's on her backstage rider — including postcards, stamps and local cuisines
Morgan Enos
GRAMMYs
Jan 13, 2022 - 10:26 am

Even when Courtney Barnett is engrossed in the touring life, she loves sending snail mail. That is, as long as it’s a tacky postcard.

"Part of that is the fun of going around the town and finding the strangest postcard you can find," the GRAMMY-nominated singer/songwriter, who just released her new album Things Take Time, Take Time, says. "Sometimes, there's not enough time, so it's nice to have them on a rider. Someone picks them out for me, and then I can kind of send them around the world."

In the latest episode of Herbal Tea & White Sofas, watch Barnett expound on this quirky tour activity and explain why, when it comes to food, she goes for local delicacies. "Our town makes the best donuts, so we're going to show them off to the touring Australians," she adds.

Watch the amusing video above and check below for more episodes of Herbal Tea & White Sofas.

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