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A Michigan native who grew up listening to country and R&B music, Josh Gracin catapulted to fame after auditioning for the hit television series American Idol in 2003. His current single, "Nothin' Like Us", has already been streamed 15 million+ times on Spotify and Gracin continues to be busy this summer playing to fans throughout the country. Here, Josh answers his Essential 8 and talks inspiration, how he spends his days off, who he'd love to collaborate with, and more!
Where do you draw inspiration from when writing? Country music songs have always been about the story and lyrics. Country music is the most genuine genre because the songs are almost always closely related to the songwriter’s own life. When I write, I draw from my own life experiences or the experiences of family, friends or observations of everyday life. What’s the best advice you have ever gotten from another musician? Always know how to be yourself and remain humble. This business has a way of making you bitter if you start off surrounded by the wrong people/team. Looking in the mirror can solve a lot of problems. What’s the best advice to give to a musician just starting out? Take your time when choosing those who will make up your team. Making sure your team aligns with your goals and values is crucial.
What’s your favorite/”go-to” food on the road?
Anything Italian. What has been your biggest struggle so far? Every day in this business is a grind and struggle to succeed. Everyone artist wants the same thing with all different levels of support behind them. It’s a cage fight for sure, behind the scenes. The moment you walk on stage and play for those who just want some time away from everyday life makes it all worth it. What’s your favorite venue and why? Everywhere! I am beyond blessed to make a living doing what I love! No matter where I am the crowd always makes me feel at home. Who would you love to collaborate with? In no particular order Maren Morris Lauren Alaina Chris Young Brett Eldridge Mitchell Tenpenny Miranda Lambert Carrie Underwood To me, they are vocally some of the best in country music. Which song of yours gets the best crowd response? It’s a close 1 and 2 with "Nothin To Lose" and "Stay With Me (Brassbed)," but my song “Bye Felicia” (not yet recorded) is becoming a crowd favorite. Is drinking at gigs a positive or a negative? I don’t think it’d be a country concert let alone one hell of a party without it! Favorite thing to do on a day off? Spend time with my kiddos and experience life as much as possible with my wife. Website/Facebook/Twitter
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