Kelly Richardson

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I'm a single mother of two, and I have always wanted to learn how to play the drums. Now that my babies are older and my boyfriend recently purchased an electronic kit I no longer have any excuses to put it off any longer. I am 46 and not looking to go pro. I just respect and feel music and want to play my heart and soul out. I can follow a beat and music helps keep me sane.

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

Music is extremely important to me. It helps me during the rough times and keeps me happy during the good times. It's in some way a part of my daily life and the world would be a horrible place without it. It is a form of communication. Music brings people together in many ways. Much respect to all musicians!

What is your music dream?

To be able to play many different genres of music on the drums, confidently, and the right way. And, honestly kick some ass

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

Peace and Equality

Which is the most memorable song from your childhood?

Atomic Dog George Clinton Paul Revere Beastie Boys (actually all B Boys) Metallica One

Who are your favorite musical artists or bands?

Beastie Boys Metallica Snoop Dogg Eminem Dr Dre Staind Aaron Lewis Prince Chris Stapleton And Many More

What inspires you to make music?

Music itself..Creativity..Being a part of the over all feeling of the beauty and importance of music

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

Since I am still learning..to let everyone know it is possible and to follow your dreams

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

I never have

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

More ways for unknowns to be heard and have a chance. There are so many extremely talented musicians out there that never catch a break.

What do you think of Drooble?

I am new to it. I hope it is a forum where I can get kind advice while learning how to play drums the correct way.

What frustrates you most as a musician?

Currently..when I mess up since I am learning. I have played before. Well over 30 yrs ago. Was just learning then also, but was getting pretty good. Now it's like I'm starting from scratch and that's frustrating.

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

Yes..We go watch the local bands when we can and hope to start being able to more often.

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

Incredible talent, stage presence, great attitude, includes the audience either during song, or dialog in between and a true respect for their fans. Without fans they wouldn't get in front of larger audiences and they need to realize that.

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

Allen Stone - Sex and Candy cover Bishop Brigs - Baby Christone Kingfish - Don't Let The Devil Ride Abbey Glover - Did You Really Wanna Go Ember Island - Creep cover Fkj and Masego - Tadow Daniela Andrade - Feel Good Inc cover Just to name a few I dig?