Bryan Minton

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

Music has been a huge part of my life since I can remember. My dad was really into music and was always singing and playing music. He had a great stereo and record collection that I was constantly playing and loved looking at the album covers and reading the lyrics. It gives me so much joy - the nostalgia of different time periods of my life and the music soundtracks of those moments, the creative outlet in writing music and playing guitar - can't imagine life without it.

What is your music dream?

I want to record a full concept album. I have always thought the Wall by Pink Floyd was simply amazing and was much greater together than any one song by itself even though every song on the album is phenomenal. I love all the detail that went into telling the story, the sound effects and atmospheric music they created are incredible. I have been writing the songs to put it together - a lot more work ahead!!!

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

Promoting peace again. Giving love meaning again.

Which is the most memorable song from your childhood?

Really hard to narrow this one down - I would say Come Together by the Beatles is probably tops. I can remember listening to it thinking it was the coolest song ever.

Who are your favorite musical artists or bands?

The Beatles, The Stones, Floyd and Queen have always played a big role in my life but I also love the Smiths, R.E.M.and Pearl Jam. I am a big Mellencamp fan and can listen to Billy Joel for days.

What inspires you to make music?

I love being creative. I was an English major in College and have always enjoyed writing and especially poetry. Combining this with music is too much fun not to do.

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

I hope that a song of mine can mean as much to someone else as all the incredible music of others has meant to me over the years.

What do you think of Drooble?

I think this an incredible opportunity for musicians who are not yet in the mainstream have a chance to be heard. It is equally as important to get feedback from others so we can learn. And the charts are a blast and an exciting part of the app that inspires you to push the limits in hopes to get one of your songs to the top.