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10 Questions with ... Cade Thompson
April 24, 2023
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1. Share about that new song/album of yours.
The song Empty Room is really birthed out of the story of how my career started and how it has evolved. I started writing songs in my bedroom in middle school, and those were the moments that shaped my heartbeat of who I am today. Empty Room expresses the power of spending time regularly with God in solitude, and in my case, in my own empty room.
2. What's one thing you wish you had known about being an artist when you first started?
I had some mentors early on in my music career that encouraged me to be faithful, not only in growing spiritually day to day, but they also taught me to be faithful in understanding the business side of the music industry and to not ignore it. BUT, no one can really prepare you for how much business is actually involved in making a living creating and releasing music.
3. How has God pulled you out of your comfort zone?
Being in the industry so young, I have been rapidly pushed into areas of growth, but sometimes that growth hasn't been easy. I have learned to be more assertive and become an advocate for myself and what my vision is for my ministry.
4. Some great advice you recently received is…
I was discussing with another artist friend about how to have longevity in this industry, and he said that for him it is that he genuinely loves people and that is what keeps him in it. I was encouraged, because I also have a genuine love for people which is why I love to be out on the road doing shows and meeting new people.
5. Tell us about someone who you really respect and why?
I really respect TobyMac as he has been a forerunner in the industry and an advocate for young artists. He has longevity, he is relevant and is true to his faith in all he does.
6. What's something about you that would surprise most people?
Most people know and remember me through music, but I grew up playing sports, and I come from a sports family. I actually wanted to be a sports announcer growing up.
7. What's your go to song when the windows are down and you're driving on the highway?
Life is a Highway by Rascal Flatts…I mean, didn't we all grow up watching the movie Cars?
8. In three words describe your ideal vacation.
Sunny, relaxing beach!
9. Describe your life when you're not writing, recording or touring?
Wait….there IS a life when I am not writing, recording or touring? But on the real - I love people so much that anytime I can hang out with my friends or family, that is what I would like to be doing. I do love to travel and I have to travel to see my family!
10. Tell us one thing that you bought recently that WASN'T on your grocery list.
Well, I don't get to the grocery store as much as I would like, but I would say that I can't get out of any store without buying a new pair of sneakers.
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