Mauricio Rubio

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I started playing the guitar when I was 14 years old. As every pubert with an instrument in his hands, thought that with their first band would rule the wolrd without knowing the real commitment that a band requires. Now I'm 22 and for almost 3 years Bad Voodoo has been existing, nevertheless, the struggle of getting the people know your music is very hard, specially if it's metal. I promise that you will like our music because WE like doing our music, it comes from the very deeps of our soul. Music is our passion and that's what it bring us together. Rock on... lml

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

I'll just answer like Anthoy Kiedis. 'When it's about music, I get excited.'

What is your music dream?

To get a lot of people know my music and most important, thay can really enjoy it.

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

There are a lot of things to fix in this world, but I'll go with something simple. Music in elemtary school, at least in Mexico. I really do think that music is as important as math.

Which is the most memorable song from your childhood?

Hallowed Be Thy Name, that song changed my life for ever. I used to play american football when I was 7 and my dad made a video with all the photos he took in the season. And for the last photos, the ones from the championship, he chose that song and I fell instantly in love with every part of it.

Who are your favorite musical artists or bands?

A lot, I really do love music. My 5 favourites of all time are Iron Maiden, RHCP, Dream Theater, Judas Priest and Slayer. But do enjoy a lot Prince, The Eagles, Overkill, Metallica, Symphony X and on... I mean, I really love music and I'm open to everything.

What inspires you to make music?

Everything, it can be a good or a bad day, it can be a personal problem, a tragedy or even an event from the news. Mainly, when I make music, I make myself sure that what is going on my instrument comes straight from my soul.

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

Depends on the song, it can be melancholy, just a story with black magic, or a fantastic story. But then again, I make myself sure that everything comes from my soul.

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

I transform into a beast, I really feel the music.

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

Sadly, the music industry is crumbling to the ground with artist who lack of talent. And for the ones who really put theirselfs into music is getting harder and hardr. But hey, you got to try and fight for your passion, because *plugs guitar in* it's a long way to the top if you want rock and roll!

What do you think of Drooble?

I think Drooble is a page where every musician with a growing project needs to have an account in, and also for those who love music and are open for new projects :D

What frustrates you most as a musician?

Being with"musicians" that don't take music seriously.

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

Of course, is very important to be supportive with your local bands. I share their music on facebook and whenever I have the opportunity, I invite them to my gigs.

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

Try to expand and promote yourself as much as possible. Be careful with those who only want to cheat on you. Rise and fall, rise and fall over and over again. Always moving.

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

First of all, my band :P I'm pretty sure that whoever visits my profile and listens to Bad Voodoo, is going to like it. Maybe you haven't heard: Tech Noir - Gunship Who Will Save You Now - Les Friction Cruzaid (Part Two) - Arstruni