It might have seemed expected that sisters Ezri, Julia, and Tasha Mitra would follow the family footsteps into showbiz. After all, they are the daughters of Cacai Velasquez and Raul Mitra and nieces of Asia’s Songbird Regine Velasquez-Alcasid.
Yet the trio insists that their love for performing grew naturally, not because of family pressure. Recently, they have begun to show that even in a famous musical family, a passion for performing can develop on its own terms and perhaps in ways that are even more exciting to watch.
Julia, the middle sister, recalls a childhood filled with dancing, singing, and even impromptu runway shows.
“We loved performing as kids, but we didn’t take it seriously because our mother didn’t want us in showbiz. We found ways to perform at school instead,” she explains, remembering how the trio’s early passion quietly bloomed away from the spotlight.
For the youngest sister, Tasha, watching their aunt and father in action inspired rather than pushed them.
“We weren’t forced; it felt natural, and we grew to love it,” she adds.
On Oct. 29, the sisters made a lively appearance at Star Magic’s Spotlight Presscon, bringing energy and charm to the event while giving fans a taste of what to expect from their music.
Their session started with the eldest sister, Ezri, describing the story behind their group name.
“DNA refers to the genetic kind of DNA. We chose it because it represents our bond as sisters. Music runs in our blood—it’s in our DNA.”
The trio recently released their debut single, “Don’t Ask Me Why,” featuring an upbeat pop sound with touches of R&B, rap, and hip-hop. The song was released under ABS-CBN Music’s Star Pop label.
Despite their famous family, the sisters emphasize that music was a personal choice. They tease plans for an EP or album, expected in the second quarter of next year.
