Shavonne .

SHAVONNE

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

Music is the one true thing that keeps me going and makes me genuinely happy. It gives me a sense of self.

What is your music dream?

To get a record deal that supports traditional country as much as I do, and bring it back to the forefront of the country music industry as it was and should be.

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

Getting rid of the red tape for indie artists to be played on mainstream radio

Which is the most memorable song from your childhood?

Crazy - Patsy Cline

Who are your favorite musical artists or bands?

Patsy Cline, Elvis Presley, all the true country stars from the 60s and 70s and early 80s.

What inspires you to make music?

The emotion that real melodies and meaningful lyrics create

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

Traditional country is still very much alive and very popular, there is a very big market for it

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

Exhilarated and extremely happy

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

no more red tape and beauracracy for indie artists to get recognised and obtain airplay on bigger mainstream radio stations

What do you think of Drooble?

Still in the first days of using. will get back to you on that one

What frustrates you most as a musician?

the pettiness that occurrs and the rivalry from singers competing instead of just helping to build each other up and support one another

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

I take part in country music festivals and local charitable concerts

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

humility, perseverance, knowledge, dedication