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When she first made the move from Potomac, Maryland to Nashville at the age of 19 Maggie Rose would learn what most young girls would starting out on a career in country music, all while meeting with record labels and meeting people who would shape her life, all life lessons and more would come. Maggie released her single version of Kings of Leon's "Use Somebody" under her biological name Margaret Durante, the song thrust Maggie into the spotlight as a rising star, and still on the rise to the star she is. Now more than ever Maggie's determination to truly succeed comes to a crossroads finally making it. Her spirit and zest for life is contagious, Maggie Rose makes you feel like family.
In our first interview chat Maggie and I discuss what all girls talk about,self confidence, body image, and to live your dreams. Maggie Rose will always be Margaret Durante, so I had to ask how different is Maggie from Margaret? " There really isn't, it's only the change of who I am, I've gone through these changes in the past couple of years and realized to be who I am. I've always been Maggie Rose to my family who have always called me Maggie, this was the nickname I grew up with Maggie Rose". What did you take away from the changes you experienced? " To be who I am, really it's all in the presentation how you represent yourself to others, I realized how important it is to just be who I am. That is true Maggie, people see through what's real and honest. I appreciate your honesty, " thank you Shellie, that is so sweet of you to say, I have to agree". How have you dealt with the pressure to look or act a certain way from other female artists in this industry? " I look at as we're all unique in our own way and what influences us, it's feeling comfortable in our own skin, us as women are perceived differently from men and it's harder to live up to those standards, it's stepping out of the box not to be afraid of who we are". Oh yes, it is, very well said Maggie, thank you again Shellie. As our conversation grew the most of random questions would appear not even listed from the original set. We laughed of our weirdness which was cool as I can be weird and random at any given time. "Us weirdos need to stick together, said Maggie". You've been hard at work on your first album that is getting released later this year, your first single "I Ain't Your Mama" has a strong message, you've had a big female following, have your male fans felt offense to the message of the song? "No, not at all I've heard some crazy stories from my male listeners what their girlfriends tell them what to do or not do, there will be criticism I'm sure". We can't always please everyone, doesn't always happen that way unfortunately, that's for sure Shellie. I'm very appreciative you take your time with people, interacting with others, did your mom and dad instill that in you? "Yes they did, their incredible people, they knew I had an opportunity and wanted me to go for it,their very supportive, very genuine, they really care for personal relationships. Your having a busy year now with the release of "I Ain't Your Mama" now on radio, are you having fun visiting radio stations? Oh yes! the band and I are just getting out there promoting the song, meeting the program directors, the staff at every visit have greeted us with open arms". "I can't thank you enough Shellie at Country Music City Promotions for promoting me", Maggie tells me as I was quick to respond just a month ago attended The Country Fest in Ohio and although missed more than half of the set due to reasons under my own control made it for the last two songs and quickly recognized her. The voice matches the girl, the confidence you possess is strong and it shows. Is there ever a time you feel different? "I believe everyone does, yes, there are times I get frustrated and remind myself it's okay because if I go out on stage it will show, people will see that, I'm going out there to let people know they can put their frustrations behind, I want them to have a good time when they come to one of my shows". I know that all too well Maggie, I remind myself often to put my frustrations behind, it's leaving it at the door before a day at work. "How excited were you when you were asked to join Gary Allan and Rodney Atkins on The Country Throw Down tour? " I was blown away! this is my first major tour so to even get asked was an incredible feeling and quite a challenge, the band and I have had a blast this summer".
You have such a passion for music and performing, I appreciate your love of music. I have those same passions. "Thank you Shellie, she tells me yet again. Maggie is appreciative of the support. "I remind others to make their dreams count it's what you do with it to make it happen", Maggie replies. I can't thank you enough Maggie for the interview, " thank you Shellie for interviewing me and getting my music out there to everyone.
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