OLTAY - Oliver Taylor

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A bit about the singer, the songwriter and the artist OLTAY. OLTAY, based in Sydney Australia, brings a fresh new energy to his audience & listeners, through his inspirational original lyrics about life experiences and places. ​ With 100's of original songs written over the years, OLTAY takes you through a powerful journey with his full rock band, or a more intimate solo acoustic sound, through to even a 'new modern blues groove'...with melody & rhythm at the heart of musician OLTAY. ​ A commanding voice that cuts through with a lot of passion, over soaring sounds that you can feel.

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

Music is at the daily core - my inspiration to inspire people

What is your music dream?

Make a stable living and inspire people

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

Patience and positivity

Which is the most memorable song from your childhood?

Cecilia by Simon & Garfunkel

Who are your favorite musical artists or bands?

U2, Coldplay, Foofighters, One Republic, Mumford, Passenger

What inspires you to make music?

Telling stories, capturing moments

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

Inspiration to be better for yourself and your family

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

At peace, electric

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

Mostly undervalued, a lot of expeditions to be perfect rather than just be and play and create

What do you think of Drooble?

Just started but so far so good

What frustrates you most as a musician?

Focused time to do it

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

Yes when I can but should do more

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

Real genuineness positive message

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

Rayn, Jack Derwin, Daniel Champagne