John Pen

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

Music gives me a lot because is a culture, a tradition, a way of life. It is a language that is spoken by all ages, races and religions. Nobody is too rich or too poor to appreciate music. Music is therefore biggest sole unifying factor next to the air that we breathe, the water that we drink and the sun that shines upon us

What is your music dream?

Play songs that will be loved by me, songs that will be loved by those that love me and songs that will be loved by people who don't even know me personally.

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

I'm gonna have to quote Michael Jackson........"If you wanna make the world a better place, take a look at yourself and make that change"

Which is the most memorable song from your childhood?

One love - Bob Marley Fast car - Tracy Chapman Dis poem - Mutabaruka

Who are your favorite musical artists or bands?

Tracy Chapman, Asa, Mutabaruka, Bob Marley and the Wailers, Peter Tosh (solo), Burning Spear

What inspires you to make music?

Life, its opportunities and its challenges........

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

Love and everything that surrounds it

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

Satisfaction, love, responsibility........

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

Musicians need to learn the music theory and practice more. A lot of us rush to the studio's before mastering the basic concepts of music. There are some who are gifted such that everything comes naturally but for most, practice makes perfect

What do you think of Drooble?

Drooble is a great innovation, especially for amateur musicians who are still finding their feet. I've also seen and listened to quite a few well accomplished musicians on Drooble. I really appreciate the platform as it has helped me to connect musically with friends from across the globe