Hi Gossling, thanks for chatting to Beat. Could you please tell us a little about your role at Face the Music 2014?
I’m going to be hosting a Q and A session, talking about my career path so far and answering any questions.
Why is it important for aspiring artists to receive firsthand knowledge from people who’ve garnered success in their career?
I think it’s important to take on advice so that you can have the strongest chance at finding success in what is a pretty tough industry. There are so many layers of knowledge required for an aspiring artist to acquire for success and receiving firsthand knowledge from people who have achieved some success is priceless.
Can you recall some sound advice you received when you were starting out? What was it and who was it from?
I attended a Face the Music conference early on in my career and found it hugely eye opening. I think the best piece of advice I received was to make sure I keep a strong hold on what my idea of success is. It’s important to set your own bar for what you think is being successful. Otherwise, you’ll never feel content with your career. Your idea of success might look different to someone else’s and it’s hugely important to guard that idea so you can enjoy that feeling that success brings. It will be a huge motivator to keep pursuing a career in music.
If you could let Beat readers know one hidden gem about the music industry that you wish you knew of earlier, what would it be?
98% of the people in the music industry are more than happy to give advice and lend a hand. I was afraid to ask for favours or advice when I was starting out but I’ve now learnt that everyone helps everyone and one day the same person you got advice from might call in a favour from you.
GOSSLING plays the Corner Hotel Thursday November 6. She will also appear at Face the Music conference which spans Friday November 14 and Saturday November 15.
