Sunday, November 25, 2007

Interview: Shannon McNally


1. For many artists, they cite a defining moment for themselves when they knew they wanted to be a singer. For many it was the appearance of Elvis on the Ed Sullivan show, to another generation it was the Beatles’ appearance on Sullivan half a decade later. Is there such a defining moment for you?

I SAW TOM PETTY FULL MOON FEVER TOUR AT NASSAU COLISEAM ON LONG ISLAND WHEN I WAS 15. IT WAS THE MOMENT THEY WENT INTO 'DON'T COME AROUND HERE NO MORE' I THOUGHT I WANT TO BE THAT GUY RIGHT THERE.

2. When you’re not creating music what are you listening to? Who are some of your favorites?

DR. JOHN AND WAYLON JENNINGS

3. What would you say is your greatest moment so far as an artist, either on record or live?

THE OTHER NIGHT PLAYING GUITAR WITH KENNY BROWN IN COMO MISSISSIPPI.

4. Do you believe music can change the world or is just something to listen to? How much can music influence current events?

IT CHANGES THE WORLD REGULARLY. IT INFLUENCES EVERYTHING THROUGH EMOTION. IT'S AS POWERFUL AS WATER.

5. How has technology affected the music industry?
IT'S WATERED DOWN THE IMPORTANCE OF TALENT.

How has technology affected your career as a musician?
IT'S MADE IT HARDER FOR PEOPLE TO FIND ME BECAUSE I DON'T USE A LOT OF IT AND FOLKS ARE SO USED TO IT MANY PEOPLE DON'T RECOGINIZE MUSIC WITHOUT IT.

6. Now for my Barbara Walters question: If you were a pair of shoes what type of shoes would you be?

KNEE HIGH MOCCASINS.

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