Interview with Artist Steven Talbott




 

By Mick Michaels






Cosmick View: Hello, Steven, and welcome to The Cosmick View/MBM Music interview. Thanks for taking some time out of your day to speak with us. It's greatly appreciated.

CV: What do you feel are three essential characteristics any singer, aside from style, genre, or even technical abilities, should possess to help set them apart?

Steven Talbott: Authenticity, Attitude, and a complete lack of fear. When I approach a project, regardless of how hard or uncomfortable it might be, I have to attack it like no one on the planet could do a better job. If I even slightly hesitate, the performance will suffer.

CV: What do you believe is the big difference between a singer who works with a live band and one who predominantly focuses on studio work as a gun for hire? 

ST: Live, you have one shot to get right. You are moving and trying to make it entertaining but still controlling your breathing. In the studio, you are relaxed in a comfortable environment… multiple opportunities to find your rhythm and even change up phrasing. Live you get instant gratification. In the studio, it takes much longer but the gratification also last longer.

CV: In your opinion, does voice control play a major role in how a singer delivers a lyric or melody, or does attitude, regardless of quality, have a heavier hand in the process?

ST: That is a great question. I believe it truly depends on the material. If the song is emotional and vocally challenging, having the control can make or break how the listener reacts to the lyrics. Are they listening to the words or feeling them. But if the song is a balls out ripper, the attitude needs to reflect that, regardless if it is in key or not.

CV: So, after years of being a performing artist, you are now moving into offering your vocal talents to other artists. How does singing for others differ then singing for your own material?

ST: Not much of a difference other than I’m not initially attached to the story. Once I discover where the artist is coming from and feel what they felt when writing it, the rest is easy. I’m telling a story through music.

CV: Does being a studio performer seem to be more of a viable means to a sustainable music career in 2024 and beyond?

ST: Shit, if I could answer that, would be a billionaire. Tastes change but studio work will always be needed for various media. TV, Movies, Video Games, you name it. As long as there are stories to be told and people that want to listen, there will be studio work. For me, I just want something amazing to pass on… something that will give that feeling to someone when I’m no longer around.

CV: The music scene on all levels seems to be in a constant state of flux. Music has found itself splintered in multiple sub sections. As an artist, do you see the need to reinvent yourself with modern-day music audiences?

ST: Not at all. I just need to be honest with myself. I used to be a “Metal” singer, but that would not allow me to perform anything from Duran Duran or Elton John without feeling I was turning my back on my community. Now that I am comfortable with who I am as an artist, I can open up and just fucking sing. If I like it, I will sing the shit out of it. My heart Will Go On… fuck yes it will.  

CV: With digital downloading and streaming seeming to make full-length albums almost obsolete, do you feel audience consumption of music would serve itself better with a "less is more" attitude?

ST: No, we just have to remember what we loved as kids. When I got “Shout At The Devil” and opened it up, I saw that bad ass gate fold of my heroes. It was left open on my record player to look at while listening to the album. We want stuff with our music. Kids will buy a full album that they can’t even play, if it came with a Funko Pop set or a limited edition poster. We just need rethink how we “sell” our music.

CV: Everyone from Elvis and the Beatles to Metallica and Disturbed have done cover versions of songs. Do you believe that artists need to include cover songs in their own catalog as a way to gain a larger portion of a supporting audience?

ST: Not at all. Artists just need to do what is right for them. Most of the time doing a cover just reignites that thing in us that made us fall in love with music in the first place. Plants that seed again… get the juices flowing. When I record a cover tune, I remember where I was when I first heard it. Who I was hanging with… who I thought I was in love with. All of those sparks come flying back and I’m young again, ready to change the world. Let’s go fuck shit up!

CV: What more can fans expect to see coming from you in 2024?

ST: If all goes to plan, all my friends around the world will hear me on multiple artist's recordings. I have plans to do some recording at Miljenko’s (Steelheart) studio. It is decked out with some of the best equipmentfor laying down vocals that I have seen in a while. There are a few threats of live shows with a few friends in the works, but we will have to see where this road takes us. Mostly people are going to see me just having a blast doing the thing I love.

CV: Thanks again, Steven, for taking the time to share with our readers. We wish you all the best and continued success.

ST: Thank you. It has been an honor to chat with you. Anytime you want to talk about music, I’m game.

Check out Steven at:
Official: www.Steventalbottmusic.com
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@StevenTalbottVocals

Web Site: debtoy3.wixsite.com/steventalbott

 


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My name is Mick Michaels...I'm an artist, music fan, songwriter, producer, show host, dreamer and guitarist for the traditional Heavy Metal band Corners of Sanctuary. Writing has always been a creative outlet for me; what I couldn't say in speech, I was able to do with the written word.  Writing has given me a voice and a way for me to create on a multitude of platforms including music and song, articles, independent screenplays, books and now, artist interviews. The Cosmick View is an opportunity to raise the bar and showcase artists in a positive and inspirational light. For me, it's another out-of-this-world adventure.




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