Our chosen Artist's song, 'Falling Hard' is a country pop song. Because of this, we have focused on existing country and pop Artists, and also researched country artists.
Taylor Swift
- Taylor swift is a female singer-songwriter from America. Often described as America's sweetheart, Taylor Swift is known for her hook-laden, narrative songs about her experiences as a teenager and young adult. Because of this, it makes her songs attractive to a particular audience, and equally we can target our 'Falling Hard' song to the same target audience.
- Taylor Swift's grandma was a big influence in her musical life. Marjorie Finlay (Swift's Grandma) was a famous American Opera singer, but also loved her country music. Taylor Swift was inspired by this, and channeled her music to country pop genre.
- Taylor Swift also has great influence from Dolly Parton, a singer-songwriter of country music.
Dolly Parton
- Dolly Parton is a female singer-songwriter, best known for her work in Country music.
- She began performing from a very young age, being played on the radio at the age of 9 and appearing on television programmes.
- Dolly Parton also sings song's about 'love' and 'freedom'-linking to the country conventions. Her songs are emotional one's and have a very specific audience.
