The reason for backing tracks is to not veer off too far from the record and have what the fans actually want to hear. Artists use backing tracks just so they can stay close to the record and what the consumer heard for the first time. It's not to be confused with lip synching or anything like that cos that's not happening at all.
Chris JohnsonI live by four words and I have it tattooed on my arms as well. It just says, 'Live, learn, love life'. So you live your life to the best way you can. Every situation is a learning one so take those lessons, learn from it and love your life.
Chris JohnsonIt feels real good to look at some of the guys who have played before me, then come in and break a record. But records are made to be broken.
Chris JohnsonWhen you hear tracks everybody immediately thinks that nobody is really playing or singing. That's not the case at all.
Chris Johnson