Frank
Myers Interview Part 3 by Christian Lamitschka for Country Music News
International Magazine & Radio Show
Lamitschka: Are you doing anything to take music
beyond its current borders or are you happy where it is?
Answer: Personally, I don’t see any borders in the
realm of music. I take my music wherever the song leads me.
Lamitschka: What was your big break that got you
into the music business?
Answer: When Eddy Raven hired me as his guitar
player; that was the “start“ that opened the door for me.
Lamitschka: Before you became a star, were your
friends and family supportive or was it a struggle?
Answer: I’m fortuante to have always had the support
of family and friends.
Lamitschka: What inspired you to become an artist?
Answer: I started playing when I was nine. I grew up
in a musical family. Music has always been a calling.
Lamitschka: What inspired you to become a
songwriter?
Answer: I’ve always enjoyed putting music to others’
lyrics; the inspiration came from their ideas. My “creative“ has just grown from there.
Lamitschka: What drives you?
Answer: This is all I’ve ever done. I love creating
music and I love playing live. It’s my
love for music that drives me.
Lamitschka: What does it take to be a music icon?
Answer: I don’t know. I don’t consider myself an
icon, but those that are have tenacity, dedication and a devotion and passion
for seeing their dreams come true.
Lamitschka: What’s unique about you that will
differentiate you from other artists?
Answer: That’s something someone else will have to
figure out. It’s an ongoing process.
Lamitschka: What has been your greatest challenge in
music business?
Answer: The biggest
challenge in the music business is to play the political and social game.
Lamitschka: What moments in your career stand out in
your memory as highlights and achievements which you are proud of?
Answer: I’ve been blessed to enjoy a lot of careeer achievements
and moments. But if I had to pick one, it would be winning a Grammy and being
nominated several times. It’s like winning a Super Bowl trophy.