Rodger Roeser

Story

Rocker that loves to write, play and sing. Tend to be influenced by deeper meaning lyrics and more intricate arrangements, but still love a good straightforward rock song. Big voice, not big hair, I play bass and dabble in everything else -- exceptionally good air guitarist. Strong frontman who wears a suit and tie by day and still dreams of leather pants by night slinging an axe and singing to the max.

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

Music gives joy, it's fun to create, to express and to listen. It evokes, it provokes.

What is your music dream?

To jam with Nancy Wilson and Paul Stanley, and do a show together.

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

encourage liberals to become educated.

Which is the most memorable song from your childhood?

Head Over Heels -- Tears for Fears

Who are your favorite musical artists or bands?

KISS, Heart, Journey, Foreigner, Bon Jovi, Loverboy, Pat Benatar (and Neil Gerardo), Tears for Fears, Glenn Miller, Frank Sinatra, Billy Holiday, Wagner

What inspires you to make music?

just something i enjoy doing.

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

no message. i don't write that way. my music and the lyrics cross a wide spectrum from whiskey, women, wine and time.

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

it's awesome.

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

no money in it, but that's okay. fun to play.

What do you think of Drooble?

love drooble!!!

What frustrates you most as a musician?

nothing, i enjoy the entire process. i wish i could make a living at it, some can, but i wasn't one of them?.

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

i do. listen to their songs, attend shows, spread the word.

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

no idea.

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

Glenn Miller. Tommy Dorsey. Rachmaninoff. Franck. Billie Holiday.