Tom S

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Working now under the alias The Zoist, among others I have been making music since the mid 70-ies. Mainly guitar, vocals (when needed) and bass. Mostly writing and composing. Also main songwriter for the Swedish rock band Almost DEAD MEN.

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

A large part of my life. A solace. A party. A creative outlet. A way to express myself. A social thing as in playing in a band. And more!

What is your music dream?

Too keep on keeping on

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

Start all over again...

Which is the most memorable song from your childhood?

Cant recall.

Who are your favorite musical artists or bands?

Too many to even start to mention. But one guiding light is Bill Nelson. Another would be Kraftwerk. And Tangerine Dream. And The Pretty Things. And Michael Rother. And Cheap Trick. And about 1000 others.

What inspires you to make music?

Living

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

The end is near. So let's party!!!

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

Wild. Crazy. Alive. Thankfull. And destructive!

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

Less whining and more music. Just create your stuff and get it out.

What do you think of Drooble?

Great place to find inspiration..!

What frustrates you most as a musician?

Not enough fuzz. Not enough volume. Not enough ramalama.

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

During these times? By staying at home and creating new stuff!

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

Dont really know.

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

Almost DEAD MEN, my rock n roll band in Sweden. Check out www.almostdeadmen.se!! VED and RÅÅ from Malmö in Sweden.