Chris Franklin

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Chris Franklin has been a musician since he was nine years old and his Aunt gave him her piano to cheer him up after his father died. He found making music a great solace and this led to a lifelong love of playing and creating. Since then Chris has toured with many artists and played all over the world, never losing his passion for making music and loving the positive effect music can have on people’s lives. Chris's motto is; "Won't make ya move, If it ain't got that groove"

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

Music is life, without music my life would lose its meaning.

What is your music dream?

To share as much of my music as possible with the world. To help and inspire the next generation of musicians.

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

The politicians.

Which is the most memorable song from your childhood?

1812 overture

Who are your favorite musical artists or bands?

to many to list

What inspires you to make music?

The creative process is the best high there is, and it's not illegal!

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

Connection, understanding, inspiration.

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

Love it!

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

Need more venues! How can a musician learn their craft when there are so few places left to play.

What do you think of Drooble?

It's a nice musical community where one can share, and get feedback, and maybe meet other artists to collaborate with.

What frustrates you most as a musician?

Lack of respect by our leaders for what musicians (and all artists) contribute to society.

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

There is hardly any local "Scene" left, with all the laws restricting live music. It's a bloody disgrace considering how much the performing arts contribute to society.

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

Understand social media. Keep on plugging on social media, every day. Belief in your music. A huge helping of luck!

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

Lewis Taylor. Snarky Puppy. Vulfpeck.