Ricky Broniste

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Started out in family and friend cover bands. Began writing secular songs in 1969 and switched to Christian Genre in 1972. During the cover band years, I sang Neil Young, Black Sabbath, Led Zeppelin and some Rolling Stones songs. Lead Guitar playing is a work in progress and helps when I record songs. I haven't had a band backing me since 1984.

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

Music to me is, like how some speak of having an aura; for me it is an expression of my soul. What does it give me? From others: it is medication or vitamins; some are bitter or sweet to my soul or heart of who I am.

What is your music dream?

To get the music & ideas for the music; out of my head and into a recording.

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

A new style or interpretation of an existing genre, to carry my lyrics to as many people as would listen, learn and understand what I am saying.

Which is the most memorable song from your childhood?

In A Gadda Da Vida - Iron Butterfly

Who are your favorite musical artists or bands?

Guitarists: Toni Iomi, Jimmy Page, Mark Farner and Carlos Santana. Vocalists: Robert Plant, Neil Young and Ian Gillian. Bands: Iron Butterfly, Creedence Clearwater and Grand Funk Railroad. Keyboardists: Jon Lord, Ray Manzarek and Ken Hensley.

What inspires you to make music?

Experimenting with musical instrument effects and hearing what others do or have done.

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

My main message is the Good News aka Gospel from the Bible. Even though most of my messages pertain to Christian living.

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

Happy and thankful to get the opportunity.

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

Internet brings opportunity but, may soon be too much to hear & be seen by the masses. Improvement in my opinion would be, better lyrics and less dependence on repetitious sounds or words or phrases.

What do you think of Drooble?

Love it. Great options that, don't drain a financially challenged artist's bank account.

What frustrates you most as a musician?

Unavailable musicians and singers, due to it being more about the money than, the credited contribution.

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

Catch their performances as, finances permit. Our local wineries and casino all host our local talent without cover charges.

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

Determination to get their originals or unique covers heard.

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

John Wickham former guitarist of Parable.