Athenah Harper

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

It's the only thing I will have accomplished in my life once I get it right. I have been writing songs since I was 13 years old.

What is your music dream?

My music dream is to keep getting better as a songwriter, and write songs that inspire others.

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

I’m always thinking what I can do to leave a little better world. There is no changing people who are driven by their own greed.

Which is the most memorable song from your childhood?

Too many to list.

Who are your favorite musical artists or bands?

Too many to list.

What inspires you to make music?

Having something to say, and just always relying on music as a healer.

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

How through our own actions, we help make the world a better or worse place.

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

I’ve mostly been at ease performing, although there has been occasional nervousness.

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

We need to continue to evolve in how musicians are treated. Very few musicians can making a living doing what they love.

What do you think of Drooble?

It seems to be a great resource for musicians.

What frustrates you most as a musician?

Affording the music promotion at each songs release and in more recent times learning as much as possible to be a better songwriter and still having time to write. Lol

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

I have ventured out and introduced myself to local artists and have been interested in what they are doing, now, mostly through online sites.

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

Musicians need more skills than ever before. This will be easier for the coming and current generation who know from an early age how to work all the online platforms, and how to network.