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| From left to right: Dad, brother Justin, Me, cousin Melody |
It's been an amazing ride (near a decade) in the local music market. I've been fortunate
enough to be involved with and learn from some of the most talented musicians Dallas has to offer.
It all started on the hearth of my childhood home in Mesquite, Texas. Although, I was never actually a 'Skeeter',
like my grandparents, my parents and my brother...I still claim Mesquite as "the place I grew up".
As a child between the ages of 6-8, I would put a Crystal Gayle or Linda Ronstadt ALBUM on the turn table, stand
on my hearth with my jump rope in hand (my Mic) and perform the entire album (A & B) at least twice. (Gigs were
so much easier then!)
My parents and my older brother were big musical influences
for me. My Dad played guitar and sang with my Mom right beside him singing harmony and that has got to be why I love
Music so much.
From the time I was old enough to sing it's ALL I EVER wanted
to do. But, it wasn't until I was 22 that I ever really tried to seek out the opportunity to sing live. That's
when a very patient man by the name of Robert Lee Kobb came into my life and gave me the chance I had so wanted. I say
'patient' because when I started trying to perform live I was really BAD! But Robert Lee stuck by me and
taught me the ropes of the business and lucky for me I was able to learn from everyone in the Local Heroes Band and take that
experience with me when I ventured out on my own.
I have been blessed with a rich,
full music career on a local level and my hope is that I've been able to touch people emotionally - the way I have been
touched by music. If I have been able to do THAT, then it's all been worth it.
I've had wonderful support from friends and family over the years and there aren't enough words to tell you
all how grateful I am. I have one of the coolest "jobs" in the world and I do my best not to take that for
granted.
With All my Love & Respect,
Tyla
