Eddie

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I am interested in creating music that uplifts people, including worship music and mood/ambient/progressive-type stuff. My influences are too many to mention, and I hope a little bit of all of the comes out in my music. I am interested in collaborating and possibly interested in joining a rock or blues band, particularly as a bassist, though only on a very part-time basis.

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

Music is the undeveloped gift God gave me, and my life purpose is to develop that gift.

What is your music dream?

I would love to run a small home studio capable of professional recording, mixing, and mastering so that I can make my musical ideas come to life.

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

Me.

Which is the most memorable song from your childhood?

Baker Street by Gerry Rafferty or Cold as Ice by Foreigner. Lots of songs from that era are stuck in my head, but one of those is the most memorable. Can't really decide which.

Who are your favorite musical artists or bands?

I really love Mikael Ackerfeldt. Both his songwriting and his guitar playing are incredible. I'd love to get his feel into my music. I also really dig the Cranberries as songwriters. But my favorites change with time. Who I'm really into now might not be who I'm really into tomorrow.

What inspires you to make music?

God.

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

Some music I would like to use to help others connect with God. Other music I'm not really interested in sending a message, but rather just producing something fun to listen to. I'm not really into vocals having to have meaning or anything like that outside of worship music.

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

It's alright. Not my favorite thing, but I'm comfortable with it. I've also had to do a bit of public speaking in my time, so that has helped my settle into my position on my worship team.

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

It will be increasingly difficult to make a lot of money with music. I think the best musicians will be those who aren't in it for the money but just want provide a product the people enjoy. To that end, more education on being your own songwriter and music producer would be great.

What do you think of Drooble?

Dunno. Just started :)

What frustrates you most as a musician?

Finding time to do what I want.

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

Not directly. I do enjoy watching shows put on by our local School of Rock.

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

Good question! When you figure it out, let me know :)