Dennis Eschrich

Denny

Just let it flow free. If you're doing something different than everyone else, that's the best you can get.

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

Music is part of each day. It connects me to spirit. Great music inspires, energizes, and calms.

What is your music dream?

To have one my instrumentals on a TV commercial. Then, rinse and repeat.

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

We would live in peace for a day, then try to keep it going.

Which is the most memorable song from your childhood?

Won't Get Fooled Again, by The Who.

Who are your favorite musical artists or bands?

The Who, Pete Townshend, Joni Mitchell. The Allman Brothers, Emerson, Lake and Palmer.

What inspires you to make music?

Daily life.

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

Life is good. We are here to make it better.

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

Pretty darn good.

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

The individual musician's reality is whatever he makes it. There is always room for improvement as an individual or a group. Musicians unsatisfied with their place should change places.

What do you think of Drooble?

I am just picking up speed and learning. I am grateful to be offered this platform and launch spot.

What frustrates you most as a musician?

Getting an idea in my head to sound good in the studio. I am the sole performer, engineer and producer.

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

I quit hanging at bars quite some time ago. I am looking for a good local coffee house and open mic, have not found one yet.

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

Get out there, online and in person. Continuous improvement by daily practice. And you can't quit.

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

Cheryl Wheeler's Circles and Arrows album is an unknown treasure. Sweethearts of the Rodeo Buffalo Zone album is also one of my faves.