Colleen Clark

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Colleen C. Clark is a singer/songwriter/guitar player who started playing out in Florida , USA , after her brother Eric died of Aids at the age of 29. to purchase and download some of her songs: https://colleenclark.bandcamp.com/

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

an escape, entertainment, creative outlet freedom & expression

What is your music dream?

to have a song(s) of mine playing on the radio! I picture that scene from that movie "That Thing You Do" (Tom Hanks movie) when the WONDERS hear the song on the radio for the first time and they are celebrating and dancing around :)

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

help domestic violence victims (I stayed in a shelter when I was a kid with my Mom and brother) and if I could I would create shelter(s) to help

Which is the most memorable song from your childhood?

The Entertainer (it debut in 1902) & I'm not that old lol https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fPmruHc4S9Q

Who are your favorite musical artists or bands?

Elvis Lady Gaga Heart

What inspires you to make music?

the good, bad & the ugly experiences of life

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

love each other (love one another)

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

scared - I have severe stage fright.... but once I get going and people appear to be enjoying themselves then i have fun!

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

things have changed drastically with technology (good and bad) some musicians can make a living off the internet also can get noticed/recognized due to the internet and social media

What do you think of Drooble?

I'm new to Drooble, so far so good!

What frustrates you most as a musician?

my lack of confidence (stage fright) and having a vision and struggling to bring it to fruition

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

yes my supporting other musicians online and in person and even street performers giving them tips and encouraging them with kind words like "keep it up" "you sound great" etc...

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

tech savvy in order to tap into online social media

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

DeLaran Withers (creator of Elysian Sex Drive Band) talented WOW (she can play every instrument and writes the songs and sings them also) a talented gal with a huge heart also https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OKTMTGNKdBc