Matthias Niehues

Lyricist, Lead Vocalist, and Vocal Producer for Trace The Sidewalk

Check out our Trace The Sidewalk page here at Drooble, where you can listen to our music. You can also visit our homepage at www.TraceTheSidewalk.com Thanks!

Profile

Instruments

Genres

Influences

Equipment

Languages

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

Music to me is n outlet for creation and expression of your true self, It gives me the counter balance to my feelings and emotions...it's the ying to the yang!

What is your music dream?

To be able to travel the world and share the stage of life with fans and bands.

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

Removing hate

Which is the most memorable song from your childhood?

Another One Bites The Dust by Queen...I had the 45 and would play it over and over again.

Who are your favorite musical artists or bands?

Creed, Iron Maiden, Ratt, Soundgarden, Motley Crue, CCR, Dido, Alabama, Bryan Adams

What inspires you to make music?

I like to shape the lyrics and emotions to an instrumental track....it's almost like a puzzle waiting to be put together.

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

Never stop dreaming, be yourself, challenge yourself, never give up.

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

Not as confident as I want to be, but improving.

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

Everyone has an equal platform to be heard...but grabbing the listener is the hardest part.

What do you think of Drooble?

It's been great so far, but lots of turbulance with all the changes...things are still not working correctly but I'll work around it

What frustrates you most as a musician?

Finding the proper balance between great and perfectionism.

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

I like to go to places that feature live music.

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

Just be yourself...take your time and make a quality song...try something new and different.