Ken O’Hara
Meet Scotland-born UK Open Mic performer Ken O’Hara:
Hi Ken O’Hara, thanks for joining us! Let’s get into it:
Do you play solo only, or also in a group?
Solo
How old are you?
66
Where were you born?
Scotland
Where did you grow up?
Scotland
How did that place influence your music? (if at all!)
Visiting
Where are you based now, and why?
Ayrshire and Glasgow
What got you into making music in the first place?
Brother Taught me guitar
What instrument/s do you play?
Guitar
Singing
Singing
Harmonica
Who would be in your top 10 musical influences, and why?
Paul Simon, Steve Earle, Bob Dylan, John Prine, Loudon Wainwright III, Johnny Cash, Rolling Stones, Dr Feelgood, George Thorogood, Hank Williams.
Do you write your own songs?
No
How long have you been playing open mic nights?
40
Why did you get into playing them in the first place?
Folk Clubs and sharing the joy of live music.
What advice would you give new performers who are just starting out playing their first open mics?
Be confident. Believe in yourself.
What’s the hardest thing, for you, about playing open mics?
Nothing. I’m used to it.
What’s the most bizarre, or fun, open mic, or gig, you’ve ever played, and why?
Playing to a crowd of one.
If it’s not already, are you hoping to make music your full-time career?
No
What’s the one truth about you that people often find surprising?
I also perform one man theatre shows.
What’s the most exciting project you’re working on at the moment?
Mark Twain one man show.
Do you have your own music video, channel or playlist you’d like to share?
Do you have music on streaming? What’s you main streaming channel to send people to?
Where is the main place should people go to find out more about you?
What other sites/profiles should people go to to find out more about you?
www.kensmad.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">www.kensmad.com
We’re done! Anything else you want to share before we go?
No thanks!