Today we’d like to introduce you to Chad Hollister.
Hi Chad , so excited to have you with us today. What can you tell us about your story?
My life is music. I started out trying to play the piano, violin and cello which were all a means to play my true instrument , the drums. The rhythm was in me and felt the music through rhythm and groove. I was the drummer and lead singer in my first band and that lead to moving out front and starting my own band as the songwriter , guitarist and front man.
To this day , that’s what I do. I have my favorite musicians who make up the nine piece Chad Hollister Band. I tour the world solo and duo and the band will headline theaters in the Northeast and we spread love , kindness and great music !
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
The struggles are keeping up with all the PR, booking and constant gigs that are required to make a living.
It’s been realizing what means the most which is writing and performing the songs to people who want to really listen. This leads us into peoples homes on the road to perform some of our favorite shows , house concerts.
Music is a true gift and I still love what I do.
Appreciate you sharing that. What else should we know about what you do?
I’m known for my music and my passionate approach to songwriting and performing the music with heart and soul.
My world is about kindness, love , community and family.
We give back to the communities where we play and raise awareness about mental health and the fact that it’s ok to not be ok. That’s woven into my music and helps people realize they are enough in a society and world of social media that is constantly trying to tell them they’re not.
Do you have recommendations for books, apps, blogs, etc?
There’s a book by legendary music producer Rick Rubin “The Creative Act” that sums it all up. It speaks about being an artist and how to be your true self while not just following the norm.
Contact Info:
- Website: HTTPS://www.chadmusic.com
- Instagram: https://Instagram.com/chadhollister
- Facebook: https://Facebook.com/chadhollisterband
- Youtube: https://Youtube.com/chadhollister
- Other: https://Linktree.com/chadhollister
Image Credits
Woody Weider
Ross Mickel
Brian Michaels