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by Gary E. Andrews - 04/15/24 07:08 PM
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Joined: Feb 2001
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Hello to one and all... I am a singer/songwriter who for about 9 years played up and down the east coast w/ bands(One being a signed national Act.) and acoustic (solo) and I actually got paid for it and paid well. I still get paid well back east,but I live on the west coast (West Hollywood) now and have been pursuing my career since I have been out here. My father told me to go west and to not give up. Be true to myself and my dreams and so...I did and less than a year later he died. Leaving me with so many questions as to why am I doing this and is all of this worth it? Yes it is! I am going to be releasing my debut CD as a solo artist on my own label that my wife and I started in August of 2000. We found investors for this project ,but it isn't paying my bills right now. I have tried over and over again to get a job to help supplement some income,but finding a job has been quite a task since my resume basically states that I have been a musician for almost half my life. This in turn leaving doubts in their minds that I'm capable of doing the job.(telemarketing,Waiter,Sales person,etc...) When I do find a job it turns out to be bullshit money,and a huge waste of my time and effort.If there was a way to find acoustic gigs in which I can actually get paid I would more than be able to give the venues patrons & there owners their moneys worth. I have an extensive cover list as well as more than enough great original material to fill many hours of enjoyment for one and all. This is what I know and I'm sure many of you know as well it is tuff to get paid for our talents out here in LA. I realize I will have to travel out side of this city to do that(Not a problem.) but I have know idea where to start? Is there a booking agent or agency that handles this sort of thing,and if so Who,and how do I contact them? I have not been here very long and my knowledge on this type of contact is nill. I can get booked any where I want in LA. That has not been a problem. Thank GOD! but I need to create income now to survive. Music is all I know! GOD gave me a gift and I have felt sometimes that it might be a curse since moving out here. Is thereany one out there who can shed some light on this for me. I am a believer in KARMA."YOU GET WHAT YOU GIVE OR DO UNTO OTHERS AS YOU WOULD HAVE THEM DO UNTO YOU!" I intend onhelping many artists in the future w/ the record company that my wife and I started but until I get this off the ground I am stuck in this situation. I know I'm not the only one who has been in this situation,and I am willing to work my ass off to make all of this come true. I have a wife and a daughter whom I love and care for with all my heart and soul and I want tonprovide for them and give them everything. I believe in myself and music. I also believe in getting help and helping others. Am I being redundant? I'm sorry. This process has not been easy and I never expected it to be. If there is any one out there who can help please contact me; plewis101@hotmail.com info@realizerecords.com www.paul-lewis.com www.realizerecords.com Thanks for taking the time to read this. Peace to One and ALL, Paul Lewis Here's a link to hear a couple of tunes; www.farmclub.com/listen/artisthome/static/39556.html
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