Formula Indie Sessions _ Interview with Mike “Tank” Ryan
What is your earliest memory connected to music?
My dad playing Jimi Hendrix, the Who, Dire Straits and other when I was young.
How did your passion for creating music begin?
I first started playing drums in middle school, and then progressed to guitar in high school.
What’s the story behind your current music project?
“Snake Hole” is a song I wrote about challengers we face in life and overcoming your fears.
How would you describe your sound to someone who has never heard your music before?
My sound is a mix of grunge and hard rock.
What is one thing you’ve learned that completely changed the way you make music?
Recording in a studio completely changed my perspective on timing and the preciseness of each part.
What tools, instruments, or software are essential in your creative process?
I write all of my songs on an acoustic guitar.
Which indie artist or song are you loving right now?
Alter Bridge, Rival Songs, Dirty Honey, etc.
How have your personal experiences influenced your music and artistic vision?
I’ve gone through a lot of personal challenges and growth and it is reflected in my music.
What emotions or messages do you hope listeners take from your work?
I hope listeners can relate and connect to some of the challenges that I have gone through.
What’s the most important lesson music has taught you so far?
Music has helped to pick me up and get me through some tough times.
What is a dream venue or festival you would love to perform at?
I would love to play at the Royal Albert Hall
If you could collaborate with any artist, past or present, who would it be and why?
Dave Grohl as he seems like a pretty laid back guy and I would love to see how he creates music.
Where can our listeners follow and support your music?(Website,Spotify, IG, links)
Looking toward the future, what’s your dream for the next chapter of your musical journey?
I would like to put together a band so I can start playing out and promote my music.
What do you hope listeners will discover about you along the way?
I hope listeners enjoy listening to my music and connect with the lyrics.
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