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An all-American, blue collar country man, Richard Lynch has poured his heart and soul into the countless chart-topping hits he and his band have produced. Lynch has written, sung, and performed his songs with passion and dedication, building himself up into an independent country music sensation. While his musical roots are grounded in pure country, his songs also showcase elements of western swing, honky-tonk and outlaw country. Based in Ohio, Lynch released his first full-length album, The Last of A Dying Breed, in 2013. His most recent album, Mending Fences, is an outstanding example of what country music was meant to be. Recently, Lynch answered his Essential 8+ where he touched on everything from songwriting to the Waffle House, The Opry, and more.
Did you have a musical mentor? If so, who was it and how did they influence you? Oh my Dad for sure. He was a terrific musician and singer and huge supporter of traditionally country music With any particular song, was there an “a-ha” moment when you knew the song was completed and perfect? I would say my song "We’re American Proud," it turned out just as I heard it What’s the story behind your album’s title? It comes from one of the tracks on the album. The lyrics are just perfect for life in general. Where do you draw inspiration from when writing and where do you do your best writing? Mostly, living the country life. I would say relaxing or working on my farm Do you write about personal experience, the experience of others, observations, made-up stories, something else or a combination? I’m sure it a bit of all those things What’s the best advice you have ever gotten from another musician? Do your own thing, don’t try to be someone you are not. What’s the best advice to give to a musician just starting out? The same advice as above. Be yourself, the will only ever be one Hag, Strait, Jones and you ain’t it.
What’s your favorite food on the road?
Well always liked Waffle House & WhatABurger! Do you have any touring tips? Don’t stress yourself. Make a solid plan and schedule and stick to it, but always expect the unexpected What are your “must have” albums for the road? Actually, we love to listen to XM with stations like Willie’s Road House How do you kill the long hours in the van? Really a difficult thing to do. Having good people around you helps. What’s the most frustrating thing about being on the road? Missing the farm What do you love most about being on the road? Seeing new sites and meeting new people What has been your biggest struggle so far? Getting airplay on corporate, mainstream radio What has been your biggest success? Extremely proud of our success on the Independent Country Charts and the numerous awards we have won What’s your favorite venue and why? Our very own Keepin’ It Country Farm What’s your dream venue and why? The Grand Ole Opry Who would you love to collaborate with? Oh Strait for sure, but any of those who stick to the true roots of country music Which song of yours gets the best crowd response? Our military tribute song "Love Tattoo." What song are you tired of playing and why? I enjoy playing all of them Is drinking at gigs a positive or a negative? Most times it is not an issue Favorite (or first) concert you have ever attended? The shows my Dad did with people like Porter Wagner Favorite thing to do on a day off? Working around the farm Do you have a favorite gift from a fan? Their presence at my shows. It is an honor that they come out to see. Have you met any of your heroes? How did it go? Very honored to have met and performed with many. Always a fantastic experience Is there a recent release you cannot stop listening to? I really don’t listen to the new country, I prefer the classics Song (of yours) you wish you would have released as a single and why? Country Music Isn’t Country Anymore Website/Facebook/Twitter/Purchase
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