Today we’d like to introduce you to Monte Henderson.
Hi Monte, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today?
I definitely believe that I’ve always had an innate love for music, especially coming from a musically inclined family. Like most singers, my gift was cultivated in the church and the school choir. I didn’t realize that I could sing sing until about the age of eight, but I was too shy to let people hear me sing. I sang my very first solo in a school production at the age of 11 and I finally built up enough courage to sing my first solo in church at the age of 13. By the time I hit high school I began writing songs and honestly entertaining the idea of actually becoming a professional singer-songwriter. After pursuing my degrees and changing professions twice, I was finally ready to take the leap into the music world. I released my first single in 2018 titled “With All That I Am”. I wasn’t very knowledgeable about the music world so I made lots of mistakes, but they were great teachers. In 2021, I released my second single “Thirst” with a little more knowledge, but still served as a great learning experience. Recently I released my third single, “G.T.L.A. (Give This Love Away) with is currently #69 on the Billboard Gospel Indicator Chart. I am still learning and growing and I am looking forward to releasing my first EP in Spring of 2023!
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
This journey has been anything but smooth. I have made so many mistakes navigating my way through the music world as a team of one and learning as much as I could with limited resources. All while maintaining a professional career to sustain my standard of living and fund my passion for creating music. The music industry today is probably 30% talent 20% Image and 50% algorithms and who you know. I’d also say that the long breaks of not being productive between each project definitely slowed down my process, but in hindsight they were necessary breaks for me to continue to find and establish who I want to be as an artist. The biggest struggle that I face as artist is gaining enough exposure to be heard and respected as a music artist. The industry is so saturated with artists so it takes way more than talent and looks to propel your work.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about your work and what you’re currently focused on?
I am a Christain based singer and songwriter. I specialize in writing stories and pairing them with melodies that resonate with listeners to provoke them to look within themselves and how they are connected to the world. It is always my goal to inspire the listener to choose to show up as their best selves.
I’d say I am known for my voice. People often compliment the tambour of my voice. I blend classical techniques and soul singing to merge to two styles of singing that I’m most familiar with. I would also say that I am known for my writing. I write with intentionality and I put a lot of thought into telling a complete story and pairing the storyline with the appropriate melodies.
I am most proud of my most recent release, “G.T.L.A. (Give This Love Away)” and the music video. Of the three singles I have released, this one shows me in a more authentic way. I pushed myself to create a sound that resonates and is an authentic representation of me.
I believe what sets me apart in the Christian Music Industry is that I don’t have a desire to conform to what the industry wants. I create music and visuals that embodies who I am as a total person. I choose to push the boundaries to sing about the topics that people feel may not fit in Christian or Gospel. I want to connect with people who love God and may choose not to go to church for whatever reason or who may not be the most religious but they have a relationship with God.
Alright so before we go can you talk to us a bit about how people can work with you, collaborate with you or support you?
People can support me by downloading and streaming my music on all digital platforms. Just type in my name, “Monte Henderson” and everything pops up.
The best way for people to connect with me currently is via social media. Specifically my IG page. I post on there regularly and check my messages daily. You can find me on all social media platforms @Monte.Everyday
Contact Info:
- Website: https://linktr.ee/Monte.everyday
- Instagram: https://www.Instagram.com/monte.everyday
- Twitter: https://www.Twitter.com/monteeveryday
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTW6AUqGgF9GcuugKs2bFHw
- Other: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3UcbxMadSZeGL9t4FSUlam
Image Credits
RDotSmith Kyron Davis
