Richard Schweitzer

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I'm a Los Angeles local songwriter, working in Film and TV.

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

Music is the telling of stories, and the story of words, the expression of emotion through the passionate manipulation of sound waves via any device or inspiration available to the human spirit, the salve and solace offered by the universe, the final utterance of God at the last moment of creation. It gives me purpose and emotional order.

What is your music dream?

To hear someone, somewhere randomly singing or whistling something I wrote.

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

I would discontinue the use of currency.

Which is the most memorable song from your childhood?

This Magic Moment - Jay and the Americans

Who are your favorite musical artists or bands?

Mike Oldfield, The Beatles, Elton John, The Eagles... I could do this for hours.

What inspires you to make music?

Emotional moments, playing with words.

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

Sing more, dance more... buy more. :^)

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

Mortified

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

With the advent of the internet, I think we're moving in the right direction for the first time, but it will take time to break down old regimes.

What do you think of Drooble?

Very cool, and useful, if for no other reason as an ego stroke. I do wish members were more involved, liked and commented more.

What frustrates you most as a musician?

Working alone is difficult, but collaboration is also difficult.

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

I could do better, I don't enjoy clubs and venues, but when I find music I like, I buy it, and share it.

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

Fearlessness

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

Linney, Fiona Grey, Raspin Stuwart, Anchor+Bell, Ciera MacKenzie