Andy Smith

Bio

Singer/songwriter, band member - www.facebook.com/alibigum, recording artist - www.facebook.com/andysmithherecd, Open Mic Night Host - www.facebook.com/andysmithopenmicnights

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What is music to you? What does it give you?

Music is my life. It gives me pleasure and money!

What is your music dream?

For people to like one of my songs.

If you could change the world - what would you start with?

Getting rid of the Tories.

Which is the most memorable song from your childhood?

probably something by the Beatles. Too many to pick one.

Who are your favorite musical artists or bands?

The Beatles, Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan, The Who, Paul Weller, Elvis Costello, David Bowie.

What inspires you to make music?

Other musicians.

What is the message you want to send with your music?

Enjoy.

How do you feel when you perform in front of an audience?

Humble.

How do you see the musicians’ reality nowadays? What could be improved?

The musician's reality is dealing with fewer venues, lower fees, people expecting music to be 'free'. People should be encouraged to respect the right of a musician to earn money. Free downloading (i.e.stealing) etc. should meet with heavy punishment.

What do you think of Drooble?

It's trying to be a force for good but I find it a bit confusing.

What frustrates you most as a musician?

Apathy.

Do you support your local scene as a fan? How?

I support live acts whenever I can if I'm not gigging myself.

What qualities should a musician nowadays have in order to get their music heard by a larger audience?

He/she has to be good. Simple as that.

Share some awesome artists that we’ve never heard of.

Dirty Bare Feet, Adam Williams, Charlotte Newman.