Artist of the Day | RICK CHRISTIAN
ARTIST OF THE DAY
17.01.2022
RICK CHRISTIAN
LOCATION
Edmonton, AB, Canada
GENRE
Alternative/Electronic/Dark Dance
CURRENT MEMBERS
Rick Christian
With the current pandemic, the state of the music and touring industry has dramatically changed. Where were you when everything was brought to a halt?
I was in Smith, Alberta. I was watching the news and the reporting of how drastic and serious the pandemic was. It was at that time when we learned this was effecting the whole world and not just China. I knew everything would be different from that event. It was a hard and stark realization.
How has that affected your plans for the coming year? Did you have a tour planned, upcoming album release?
It was the events of the Pandemic that inspired and drove me to into music again. In all the negative effects, this was positive.
During 2021 I have released my EP “The New Normal” and several singles, including my latest single “Will You Dance With Death”
What have you been doing to fill/make the most of your new-found free time at home? How are you supporting your mental health through all of this?
I have continued to write and record music. This has also been good for my mental health.
As things are reopening & restrictions are lifting have you booked any new gigs? Tours? Etc? If your region is still under restriction, how are dealing with the Covid third wave?
I was fortunate to play 2 shows in Edmonton in 2021. I am in the process of booking more in Edmonton, a Calgary show and applying for summer festivals for 2022.
We have been fortunate in Canada compared to other places in the world. The ability to live life in lesser restrictions and have moments in a less weird world has definitely helped deal with the forth wave.
Favourite Starlite Room Moment?
This right now is my favourite.
Do you have a message for everyone at home reading this?
Hang in there, it’s been tough. There will be a time in the near future when this is all behind us. If you feel yourself suffering please reach out to family and friends, you are definitely not alone.
I would like to thank everyone who has been listening to my music, came to live shows and participated in my journey on social media.
Please check out my new single “Will You Dance With Death” wherever you stream or listen to music. I would also like to thank Eric Alper. It’s been amazing to get to know and work with him.
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