Interview with Philly Singer Dyana Cannon

March 20, 2026

Interview with Philly Singer Dyana Cannon

By Mick Michaels

Cosmick View: Hello, Dyana, and welcome to The Cosmick View! Thanks for taking some time out of your day to speak with us. It’s greatly appreciated.

CV: What’s your current take on the music industry, specifically, in your hometown of Philadelphia? Do you see a big difference, locally and regionally compared to how things are going nationally?
Dyana Cannon: I think music is an important part of our culture, and artists’ works often reflect what is going on in both our lives and the environment. I have traveled to Europe and moved several times in the US but Philadelphia has been my home for the past 19 years. Outside of playing at World Cafe Live and Paradocx Vinyard, it’s been a challenge to break into the music scene here. (My Song Hello Philadelphia explains my struggle to fit in here musically).

I guess I’ve been one of the many “Philly’s underground’s finest” along with my recording team. Mostly we do our own recordings and present the songs on YouTube, Spotify, Pandora, and more. When we played out live enjoyed our covers tunes but connected with some of the originals. I noticed concerts of older artists require the support of the younger musicians to carry the strength they themselves once had. Now-a-days there is so much opportunity to hear different sounds and vibes on cells, TVs, movies that the general public may be having an overload of songs shoved in their faces. With this, I prefer to do the recordings and if something were to open up and seem like a good opportunity for not just me, but also the musicians I work with, then I may perform out again.

CV: Have you found that being a singer requires you to have a level of diversity that offers you greater opportunity, or has staying in your niche been more beneficial as an artist?
DC: When I played out in both Upstate NY and Philadelphia area I found restaurants or bar audiences responded well to my songs as long as I also played cover tunes they were familiar with. Diversity can work for or against anyone, I chose what ever works for me in the current mood. I enjoy playing a mixture of Pop, Soft Rock or even Christian Rock with a little bit of Latin mixed in.

CV: Original artists everywhere seem to be struggling just to find not only an audience but a stage, especially with the current wave of cover and tribute bands dominating the local regional and national. scenes. How have you navigated, the current trend?
DC: I play music because it is who I am as a person; an artist. I don’t just search for someone to watch me perform, I strive to find the right song and musicians to do my recordings for my personal interests and expressions. If people want to hear more from me, BONUS....

CV: Tell us a little about what you have going on musically right now.

DC: I continue to record the many songs I wrote in time when I was actively playing out. I mainly record at Jamland Studio with the Great Earl Wilt. I am also doing new songs that are slightly different than when I was younger.

CV: Many local critics believe that Philadelphia is not and has not been a prospering music scene it quite awhile, especially as it once was. Has this sentiment been your experience working in the city?

DC: I think great musicians are still out there and are finetuning their skills and zoning in their styles until the time is available for them to show their amazing talent. It is my belief that all artists are needed in life and there is plenty of room for us all.

CV: What’s your thoughts on artists and bands currently relying on backing tracks

to keep the live performances going? Are fans being taken advantage of with such a practice?

DC: Over produced music alters the listener’s expectations to an unattainable live performance. I recently saw a Youtube video of a famous recording artist perform one of his songs with a DJ box and the music was nice but his voice struggled. That’s the difference between having live band performance vs mainly being a recording artist. It’s part of the package. But he’s rich anyway and people still love his songs.

CV: What does music mean to you? How has it changed your life, and what do you believe music has given you that nothing else would have?

DC: Music for me has been a gift from God. It has helped me understand my feelings, express thoughts AND NEEDS that I otherwise would have not been able to work through.

CV: What more can fans expect to see coming from you in 2026 and beyond?

DC: In 2026 I will continue to do what I do best; record my music. I love working with the local talent and expect everything to continue to grow the way I grow as an artist. I look forward to doing more interviews and podcasts about how to record and working through music-life as an artist.

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

Check out Dyana at:

Dyana Cannon Music YouTube

Dyana Cannon Podcast Interview

Dyana Cannon Music Facebook

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My name is Mick Michaels...I'm an artist, music fan, songwriter, producer, author, show host, big 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.