Formula Indie Sessions : Interview with Terry Monroe
What is your earliest memory connected to music?
Reply It was 1969 and I bought a Rolling Stones album, U believe was Get Your Ya Ya’s Out.
How did your passion for creating music begin?
Reply I had a couple friend’s that played guitar and I really wanted to play so I bought a cheap Kingston Guitar and amp and taught myself. Then got together with my friends to learn more.
What’s the story behind your current music project?
Reply My current projects always revolve around on what is going on in my life. There was a few years of loss of friends or loved ones, now it’s about living the best life you can. Plus I’m now building guitars the last three years.
How would you describe your sound to someone who has never heard your music before?
Reply Good melodies with a little raw edge to the guitars.
What is one thing you’ve learned that completely changed the way you make music?
Reply The best songs seem to write themselves. They come easy when in the right mindset.
What tools, instruments, or software are essential in your creative process?
Reply A small 24 channel digital recorder, guitars, amps and effects.
Which indie artist or song are you loving right now?
Reply I like the rawness of some of the newer rock and country music. Post Malone is good.
How have your personal experiences influenced your music and artistic vision?
Reply All of my music is written around my life experiences, both old and new.
What emotions or messages do you hope listeners take from your work?
Reply I hope some will be able to relate to whatever the message in the song is about. Some are about treating all people how they/you want to be treated. Others are about being the best version of yourself and paying attention to your goals and some are about deep loss.
What’s the most important lesson music has taught you so far?
Reply If a song is not flowing the way I want it to, I need to walk away and come back to it. Not to feel I have to rush to get it done.
What is a dream venue or festival you would love to perform at?
Reply I’ve never been there but in my opinion, the coolest venue would have to be The Red Rocks in Colorado.
If you could collaborate with any artist, past or present, who would it be and why?
Reply I think I would have to say Sammy Hagar for his vocals and guitar hooks. But for the monstrous guitars sounds and riffs, probably Zakk Wylde.
Where can our listeners follow and support your music?(Website,Spotify, IG, links)
Reply www.reverbnation.com/terrymonroe
Looking toward the future, what’s your dream for the next chapter of your musical journey?
Reply I would love to sell some of my songs and have them made popular. Someone to really appreciate what I create.
What do you hope listeners will discover about you along the way?
Reply That I’m just a regular guy with a good heart and outlook on life. Life’s too short so go get your share!
