These days, it seems like you can’t walk down Wilton Drive without hearing someone talking about Alexander Zenoz.
A perfect example of a local guy making good, the Miami native has been charming fans onstage from South Beach to Wilton Manors and beyond for a few years. A charismatic entertainer, known for his riveting live performances, Zenoz was gracious enough to make time for an interview in early 2026 in advance of his upcoming show, “Civil Disobedience,” with his band The Birds of Paradise, at the Gray Box Theater in Wilton Manors on January 10, 2026.
Alexander, because this interview is taking place in early January 2026, I was wondering if you did anything special to ring in the new year?
I kept things easy this year. I took the time to share with my close friends and family, while reconnecting with those who've been away traveling.
As an entertainer, how often do you have to perform on New Year’s Eve?
Fairly often. New Year’s Eve is one of those nights where performing comes with the territory. There is something meaningful about helping people close one chapter and open another through music. It is a responsibility I do not take lightly.
Are you someone who makes New Year's resolutions, and if so, how successful are you at keeping them?
I do believe in resolutions and intentions. One of my biggest resolutions last year was committing fully to building the band and seeing The Birds of Paradise grow into what it is becoming now feels incredibly validating. Watching that vision slowly come true has reminded me that some resolutions take time. This year I am also focusing more intentionally on family and friendships, making sure I am present for the people who have supported me along the way.
In your early years in Miami, did you sing in church choirs or school musicals? If so, is that how you discovered your singing ability?
I think I always loved singing; in the car and to the radio at home. It was always paired with fantasies and dreams of singing and making music with a band, whether in a studio or for an audience. I really found my voice in my elementary school choir though, where I was given some of my first chances with leads and the solo opportunities it took to nurture my talents and confidence.
Was your family supportive of your decision to pursue a career in entertainment?
They were supportive in spirit, but we did not grow up financially privileged. My parents worked nonstop and were often not home, so pursuing this career came with a lot of difficulty and independence. While they wanted great things for me, much of the work and sacrifice required to move forward fell on my own shoulders early on.
Who would you cite as your single biggest musical influence?
Freddie Mercury. Easily. His fearlessness, theatricality, and emotional honesty continue to influence how I approach performance and storytelling.
Who are your three favorite songwriters?
Billy Joel, Ryan Tedder from OneRepublic, and Billy Joe Armstrong from Green Day. Each of them writes with a strong sense of identity while still connecting deeply with a broad audience. So much of my lyrical sense comes from some of the amazing works they've created.
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