Marsha Swanson

In the artist’s words: Describe one of your earliest musical memories in detail. I wasn't a natural born singer but I was blissfully unaware of that. I remember hours of fun belting out Olivia Newton John songs in my bedroom unashamedly. My Dad bought me my first 4-track recording studio at age 11 and I never looked back! What are your top 3 all-time favorite albums on Apple Music, and why? Why did you choose these three albums in particular? Carole King, Tapestry David Bowie, Hunky Dory (2015 Remaster) Elton John, Goodbye Yellow Brick Road 2014 Remaster Each of these albums contain classic songs that I've loved at every age of my life. They are written to perfection! The structure, the arrangements, the melody, the lyrics, the vocal performance, the emotion, all working harmoniously together! Find a song of yours on Apple Music that you love and tell us what makes it special. Tell us why you chose this song. “How Are You?” Even though this is an old song of mine and less musically sophisticated than the current releases, it still holds a special place in my heart due the simplicity of its message which rings as true to me now as it did when I wrote it.