Independent songwriter, artist and label owner Blake Tinsley has been through the highs and lows of the music industry in his time, noting career experience that most can only dream of. However, this journey was far from always positive.
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Scottish singer and songwriter Luchi continues to expand his repertoire, this month launching the brilliantly catchy new pop single The Other Guy.
“In a day and age of people faking it to make it on social media, this record states the real.”
“My classical training has been a valuable addition to my musical skills, providing a strong foundation in sight-reading and precision. Later on, I decided to focus solely on the guitar, though I still enjoy playing the clarinet from time to time.”
Armed with a brand new single that sees the renowned electronic producer step away from the fullness of EDM just briefly – Lukas Bay kindly stopped by to talk all things Fool. We dig into his extensive history as a ghost writer, his key to motivation, and plenty more. Here’s the conversation in full.
“I consider myself a pretty ambitious guy, but when it comes to my music, if I can even get a few people to listen, then my job is done.”
“I believe, as artists continue social consciousness, the genre will continue to expand. And let’s face it, consciousness is high vibration.”
“I think personally music is the biggest form of escapism for me & the biggest form of inspiration. I don’t really like reading poetry, but I love writing it, I think my musical identity revolves around experimenting with sounds & ideas.”
“I spent lot time over the last 4 years doing some much needed spiritual and physical therapy after Covid-19 and I finally got to a place where the story of love felt exciting and sensual to sing about and I wanted to give my audience a reintroduction to who Dwane Cenque is.”
“Creating this song helped me discover and shape who “Symba J” could be as a solo artist—someone who can turn life’s wide spectrum of experiences into art in interesting and thought-provoking ways.”
“The world can be so scary, lonely, and almost discouraging, but I think when you show the world you can be yourself and fearless…it creates a bond between strangers.”
“Stay humble; the music industry can be tough, and the online beat-selling game is no exception. Keep your chin up and always strive to do your best.”