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How Can Background Artists Transition From The Background To Superstardom?
Let’s explore some actions background singers can take to become stars
While staring at the stage at a recent Childish Gambino concert, my eyes diverted from Donald Glover. I glared at the stage’s far edges, where the dancers and instrumentalists performed.
Whenever I saw the drummer go off and jam or a dancer hit their marks exceptionally well, I envisioned something wishful and imaginary. What if they were the stars and this show was for them?
Imagining this scenario, I saw a future where the dancer was moving to a crowd chanting their name. The bassist was on their fifth sold-out tour, and the background singers were being celebrated at yet another award show. When I came back to reality, the background talent was still there, and I hoped they would eventually come true if they also had those dreams.
These ruminations made me think about all the background talent in the music industry who fulfill their destiny and accomplish their dreams. While it’s challenging, several major artists started behind the scenes.
This piece is for those who are still climbing their way to the top. Through the examples I share and the concrete advice and suggestions I provide, I hope to…
