Michael Holcombe

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I am a former Radio Station / Network executive. I bought my first guitar in 1986 (Ovation Applause) and grew my collection from there. I’ve grown my bandmates from then too! Collectively, we are Gimpy & The Geezers; each of us taking turns being the lead vocal (hey, if it’s YOUR favorite song, who am I to stand in your way?). You must be 50+yrs old to be a Geezer and you MUST SING!! Come join us!! Leave me a link to your music!!

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

Music is LIFE!! It is the language of Emotions and the harbinger of Understanding! In a World confused by FEELINGS masquerading as THOUGHT, music is the CLARITY of philosophical purpose!

What is your music dream?

I’m already living the dream! How can I share it with YOU, today? I’m eager to help; just tell me how!

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

Ayn Rand’s ATLAS SHRUGGED!! It should be read by every High School Senior prior to graduating! It teaches you HOW to ask the RIGHT questions!!

Which is the most memorable song from your childhood?

Bridge Over Troubled Water - Simon & Garfunkel

Who are your favorite musical artists or bands?

Yes Rush REO Speedwagon Boston Kansas

What inspires you to make music?

My wife’s pretty face!

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

You are NOT alone!

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

Honored, and Awed. I thank God for bringing these people together and letting me borrow some Courage & Talent to entertain them, even for the span of one bad joke!

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

If we had more “wandering minstrels” in our midst, I think we’d all have more Patience and Consideration for one another

What do you think of Drooble?

I’m too new, here on Drooble, to know one way or another how to comment. It’s a brilliant concept, philosophically and I hope it takes off!

What frustrates you most as a musician?

How “pigeonholed” some people seem because they are afraid of being “judged”— so they become so judgmental!!

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

I go to local shows as often as I can... my wife and I love to bring the kids & grandson to live music

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

Lots of disposable cash!!

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