Sander Owen

By: Isaac Davis Jr., BGS, MBA

Sander Owen is an amazing Drummer, Singer, and Songwriter who recently spent some time speaking with JC Internet Radio about his passion to make music the only way he can; his way. Enjoy this spotlight.

Isaac: How do you sum up 2008 for you as an artist?

Sander: Taken the fact that I've only lived in the US for a year and a half, I guess I have acquired a complete understanding of how the industry works here. A lot of the things I expected to be similar are not, and vica versa.

Isaac: Describe the music scene in your location (LA).

Sander: In LA, you're pretty much labeled as a jerk until they've heard you play. First of all, I'm a drummer, and I've stopped networking. No point. Instead I just play. That's when they want my business card, website info, and phone number.

Isaac: What do you feel was your biggest accomplishment for 2008?

Sander: Establishing the true goals of my musical and personal life.

Isaac: Elaborate a little about whom were your biggest influences in the music industry and why?

Sander: Sting has always been the big one. I just love his music. As far as drummers are concerned, Manu Katche, Omar Hakim, Jeff Porcaro, and some of the other "hotshots from the nineties" definitely rank pretty high.

Isaac: Let's talk about what you feel you will bring to the music industry?

Sander: More music I guess...

Isaac: If you had an opportunity to work with one artist or group, who would it be and why?

Sander: Again, I would love to work with Sting.

Isaac: How would you describe your music to others?

Sander: Funky grooves with jazzy bass lines, original rock riffs, and a dark male voice...

Isaac: What can fans expect from your latest CD, you are working on currently? What is the inspiration behind the CD?

Sander: Few people know that I have played (not programmed) the drums and bass on my album on a keyboard. I didn't even use a metronome. I think people can "see where I'm going with it" more than seeing it as the holy grail of all albums.

Isaac: Where can fans locate you at online?

Sander: I'm kind of a cheap ass when it comes to spending my time on MySpace and stuff, so I guess the best thing to do is to either join my email list, or check my website www.sanderowen.com for updates.

Isaac: What can fans expect from you in 2009?

Sander: Mostly drumming, not so much work with my solo stuff.

Isaac: Time for some shout outs to your family, friends, and fans…

Sander: Not really.

Isaac: Final words...

Sander: Thanks for your time, and keep up the good work!