January 18, 2024 • 30 mins
In this conversation, I interview Rhiannon Paige, a UK country music artist. We discuss her journey into country music, the impact of the internet on the music business, her songwriting process, and her future goals and aspirations. Rhiannon also shares her admiration for artists like Pink and Casey Musgraves, her favourite songs to perform, and the best advice she has received. The conversation concludes with Rhiannon expressing her gratitude to her fans for their continued support.
Takeaways
Country music is often misunderstood, but it offers relatable lyrics and powerful storytelling. The internet has had a significant impact on the music business, making it both easier and harder for artists to make a name for themselves. Songwriting is a personal and unique process, with inspiration coming from various sources such as poems and quotes. Never give up on your dreams and be willing to stand up for yourself in the entertainment industry. Live performances and the support of fans are crucial for artists to succeed.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:18 Discovering Country Music
03:09 Differentiating Country Music
04:37 Influences and Inspiration
06:27 Songwriting Process
08:17 Future Goals and Aspirations
09:41 Admired Artists and Dream Collaborations
13:26 Useless Talents and Troublemaking
16:08 Impact of the Internet on the Music Business
18:14 Favorite Songs to Perform
23:04 Best Advice Received
29:20 Upcoming Shows and Gratitude to Fans
Takeaways
Country music is often misunderstood, but it offers relatable lyrics and powerful storytelling. The internet has had a significant impact on the music business, making it both easier and harder for artists to make a name for themselves. Songwriting is a personal and unique process, with inspiration coming from various sources such as poems and quotes. Never give up on your dreams and be willing to stand up for yourself in the entertainment industry. Live performances and the support of fans are crucial for artists to succeed.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:18 Discovering Country Music
03:09 Differentiating Country Music
04:37 Influences and Inspiration
06:27 Songwriting Process
08:17 Future Goals and Aspirations
09:41 Admired Artists and Dream Collaborations
13:26 Useless Talents and Troublemaking
16:08 Impact of the Internet on the Music Business
18:14 Favorite Songs to Perform
23:04 Best Advice Received
29:20 Upcoming Shows and Gratitude to Fans
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