Lanay SweeT-T

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I'm a singer/songwriter who has been writing and creating music since a teenager. I have tons of amazing songs that I have worked on and perfected over the years. In the words of one of my favorite written works "its time for you too see me shine"

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

Music to me is the freedom to be creative. Its almost as if me and sound are spirituality connected.

What is your music dream?

My dream as a musician is to promote realness through my music, while dominating not only the US charts but around the world as well.

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

the first issues I would tackle would be the most basic, hunger around the world and better living for lower and less fortunate families

Which is the most memorable song from your childhood?

Juicy by Biggie

Who are your favorite musical artists or bands?

So I have so many artists and bands that I love a few that come to mind is Paramore ,Lady Gaga, Kesha, Katy Perry, Beyoncé, Rihanna, Fred Hammond. Kiki Sheard, Taylor Swift, Kimborough, Queen and so many more.

What inspires you to make music?

My inspiration comes from wanting to tell my story my struggle and uplifting people who can relate I want you to be inspired to keep going and not be afraid to take chances because you only live once as they say.

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

I want you to acknowledge your pain confront, your fears and then transcend them and overcome them. We're stronger only when we help each other.

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

Of course there's always the jitterbugs but once you get over your nerves it's definitely a high that you feel when you're on stage for me I feel like you become a different person but it's a great feeling when you get off the stage and you feel like you've left everything on the stage. It leaves you wanting more.

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

So what I would like to see change is more of an opportunity for independent artists to breakthrough to the mainstream and better contracts that are more artist friendly.

What do you think of Drooble?

I think it's a great way to get your music out and be able to also get inspired by other people's music as well while communicating and getting feedback from one another.

What frustrates you most as a musician?

Exposure, trying to get the right exposure and booking shows.

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

From time to time I go to local shows and support other artists in different genres.

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

Perseverance and resilience keep at it, don't give up and great distribution.

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

Dayside, Esty, GENES, Conel