Being a songwriter requires versatility while being an artist requires you to create a cohesive body of work. I truly enjoy both.

My strength is in my ability to be versatile.

Everyone faces challenges from the fierce competition as well as the manipulative crooks that are rampant throughout the music business.

As a new artist you should ignore trends at all costs.

The people who come out on top in music business have persistence. It is key! Fall down seven times; stand up eight. It takes a lot of courage and an unwavering belief in yourself and your abilities.

Pressure is high and jobs are at stake. There is nothing wrong with having commercial music to pitch for those situations, as well as for ad campaigns.

People get bored of hearing the same genre of music over and over again. Observe the current musical landscape and predict what "mood" people will be in next. Ask yourself what would be the most natural transition or reaction to the current genre. Then create it!