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?
GK- Hearing “I’m A Man” by the Yardbirds when I was 14.
KQ- when I was 9 or 10… I discovered my dad’s old 78’s of Al Jolson… I was totally mesmerized
2. When you’re not creating music what are you listening to?
GK- Ambient and jazz.
KQ- new music podcasts…
Who are some of your favorites?
GK- Nicola Conte, Koop, Astrid Gilberto
KQ- my son’s electronica stuff
3. What would you say is your greatest moment so far as an artist, either on record or live?
GK- Being able to record and market my own music.
KQ- Hearing the LA Philharmonic play a song I wrote at the Hollywood Bowl…
4. Do you believe music can change the world or is just something to listen to?
GK-Yes…
KQ- I don’t know about “change” but definitely “enhance”
How much can music influence current events?
GK- The artists sometimes more than the music can effect change.
KQ- music is an influential current event…
5. How has technology affected the music industry?
GK- Made recording & distributing easier.
KQ- You bet… its readily available to all at the click of a mouse!
How has technology affected your career as a musician?
GK- Boosted the marketing aspect.
KQ- where do I begin? It’s affected every aspect of writing, recording, listening, performing… too vast to put in a few words…
6. Now for my Barbara Walters question: If you were a pair of shoes what type of shoes would you be?
GK- Converse sneakers.
KQ- Definitely a pair of slip-on loafers!
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