Melodk Eye

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I love reggae and psychedelic rock. I've mostly played the former, but have recently transitioned to the latter. Very strong drummer, very original guitarist. I try to have an open mind genre-wise, but I avoid unprofessionalism. I've been coached and polished by a few guys from Bootsy Collins' camp. It was like my own private Harvard, and I'm enormously grateful. My band mates are Ryan Moore (drums) and Seth Weber (bass).

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

Music for me started with Bob Marley, and along the way Bob has stopped to pick up Pink Floyd, Jimi Hendrix, Funkadelic, and Tame Impala. Now they're all jamming together in my head.

What is your music dream?

My dream is to create music as rebellious as Bob Marley, as mystical as the Doors, as sexy as Prince, and simultaneously become more astute at licencing, publishing, producing, and collaborating.

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

I'd start with ignorance. I would heavily make changes to educate people.

Which is the most memorable song from your childhood?

Let's Groove by Earth, Wind & Fire.

Who are your favorite musical artists or bands?

Bob Marley Jimi Hendrix Pink Floyd Prince MGMT Chaka Khan Tame Impala

What inspires you to make music?

Survival inspires me hahaha. But it's also a calling. This path can be a gauntlet, made for few, not many. Real talk.

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

We are spiritual beings having a physical experience.

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

Ecstatic, but focused. It's wise to be even-tempered, not too high nor too low. Crowds pick up on what you telegraph. Be real and in the moment.

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

There is, to me, a clear gulf between star quality and mediocrity. I recognize the one from the other. Pretty sure that industry folks do as well. I'd enjoy seeing more artists with actual substance getting attention, and less of the gimmick-driven, superficial breed.

What do you think of Drooble?

I've only just gotten started, so I'll have to say very nice thus far.

What frustrates you most as a musician?

Amateurs who decided last week they're the poo, and get their feelings hurt when they get upstaged by serious vets with phenomenal cosmic musicality lol. Always show respect and due attention to veterans of the music scene. We generally know what we're talking about.

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

Absolutely! Enormously! Show-sharing, street teaming, attending, merch, word of mouth, sound gear, subbing, I could go on......

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

A strong work ethic and a willingness to leave their comfort zone. Take risks, cause essentially that's all you can do. Fortune definitely favors the bold in the music industry.

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

Sovereign Being- Cincinnati Boomerang Sky- Cincinnati