David Norris interviewed by the Song Garage

Posted by David Norris on Jun 23, 2010

PERSONAL INTERVIEW WITH DAVID NORRIS AT THE SONG GARAGE ! ! !

Hey friends,
It’s always an honor to be acknowleged for the hard work you put into your craft, and this is no exception. A few months ago I was hit up by the editor of the Song Garage for an exclusive interview about the fine art of production and what it actually takes to make it in the music business. This in depth Q&A explains in detail the many facets of producing an album to the more interpersonal moments of songwriting in general and getting your songs recorded by other artists.

“When David agreed to speak with me about his role as producer and songwriter, I was excited about the interview.” states Aaron Cheney, “I had no idea that he was about to uncork what might be the most insightful look into the world of music production that I’ve ever received. So fasten your seat belts kids, and settle in for a long ride, ‘cause you’re about to get smacked upside the head with some serious knowledge!”

Below are links to the full two-part interview. I would like to personally thank Aaron Cheney for this wonderful opportunity to share a side of me that many have yet to tap into.

If you find any of this information useful to your own personal blogs, please feel free to use it with credit to the Song Garage and Norrisong Productions. Thank you for your interest.

CENTER STAGE WITH DAVID NORRIS – Part 1

CENTER STAGE WITH DAVID NORRIS – Part 2

cheers,
David

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David Norris set to produce Brian Martin

Posted by editor on Jun 2, 2010

NORRISONG PRODUCTIONS IS PROUD TO ANNOUNCE:

(June 2nd, 2010) Rising artist Brian Martin & David Norris have agreed to produce a full featured length CD. Slated to be released in late Summer to early Fall, the two will be using the summer months searching for, and/or writing the perfect songs for the album, all the while preparing for the professional studio sessions to follow. David and Brian  have been talking about the idea of working together for years, and seeing these two finally join forces just seemed inevitable.

“It’s a pretty long and drawn out process when you want to do it right” explains Norris. “Living in these times and the new ways of the internet media circus, every song on every album in today’s day and age has to be a potential single or you’ll just flat out miss the boat. We have to take our song choices very seriously to compete with an already oversaturated market. So the goal is to try and exceed the industry standard in hopes that your art will not only go viral but become timeless recordings.”

Born and raised in Pocatello Idaho, Brian Martin grew up doing what most kids did, playing sports and enjoying the great outdoors. From an early age he had developed a deep passion for music. Always singing along to his favorite country stars and having that strong desire to honky tonk like the best of ‘em, Brian started playing the piano at the early age of six, but like most kids at that age, he got a little sidetracked and would rather have been hitting a baseball or casting a line in the water. In the sixth grade he got that music bug once again and took up the trumpet, continuing with his musical studies throughout junior high & high school. This lead to efficiency on other brass instruments.

“I can honestly say that playing in brass ensembles all my life really contributed to my ear training and gave me a very strong sense of intonation.” says Brian. “As well as giving me a great understanding of lead melody & harmony arrangement. And singing country music isn’t any different really, it’s all about tone control, licks, and phrasing. In those moments when I deliver a solid vocal performance, I can feel that I have actually become the instrument.”

At the age of twenty he followed in his father’s footsteps as a 5th generation railroader. Even though he was on call 24/7 he always had some way of keeping his music close. He continued working the railroad for many years but was involved in a dangerous accident that should have left him for dead or completely dibiltated, niether the case. It did, however, leave him in a situation where he could no longer do the demanding  role he played in his railroad career due to the risk of complicating his back surgery. Even though he lived to sing his story, this was a life changing event for Brian and his whole outlook in life shifted. This left him at the crossroads on whether he would follow his dreams or remain a slave to the grind. Having been to so many live concerts over the years, he came to realize the power music has over people and now feeling  that it is his life calling, has become driven to be able to help people release the stress of everyday life.

“In a bitter sweet way, this accident was a blessing to me” states Brian. “It suddenly put things into perspective and made me realize how short life really is, and that if you have a dream, it’s up to you to take it by the reigns and make it yours.”

Please help me in welcoming Brian Martin into the Norrisong Productions family, and that his success in country music will know no bounds ! ! !

~ the Editor

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