“Female artists are
more likely to bring
their children with
them on tour.”
Discuss the challenges that female
Christian vocalists encounter in the music
industry from a broad perspective and
interviews with them.
One of the biggest challenges is juggling
career, touring, and family. Some Christian
families tour together, however, often a
male artist will tour while the wife stays
home. Female Christian artists may have to
make more choices, like missing a concert or
speaking engagement in lieu of family
needs. They are more likely to bring their
children or families with them on tour.
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Share insights on how interacting with
female Christian artists has influenced
and made an impact in your life.
What's impacted me most is that all the
female Christian artists I've met with the
exception of one were incredibly kind and
genuine individuals. In addition, I've been in
radio for 30 years and worked in the secular
industry too. Almost every artist I have ever
met has been extraordinarily kind and down
to earth, even Alan Jackson LOL. The news
media loves to pit female artists against one
another constantly and point out their egos
and unrealistic demands. The truth is, I
haven't seen this. Most of them are just like us.
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It's hard to say with regards to faith because
many Christian artists don't write their own
music so there can be a depth in song
beyond their years. I would say that the
industry is tough and people can be cruel.
New Christian artists often have rose
colored glasses. Twenty or more years in the
entertainment industry can make an artist
lose their faith or become jaded if they do
not stay connected to God.
How does the world view vary between a
budding Christian artist perspective and
a seasoned female artist with decades of
experience in the industry?
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Well, it helps to be in Nashville! I would say if
it's your dream don't give up. It's a very
difficult industry and it's tough to make it, It
generally takes about a decade to get
noticed. Try not to listen to anyone who tears
you down. Constructive criticism is great, but
criticism for the sake of criticism isn't helpful.
Share valuable advice for aspiring female
Christian vocalists aiming to make an
impact in the music industry!
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