I am influenced right now by the war in Iraq and Afghanistan. I have a tremendous amount of respect for all the soldiers over there putting their lives on the line and all their families back home. It is so easy to go about our lives and forget about them, but it is so important that we don't forget. THEY ARE ALL HEROS TO ME!!!
Musically, I like anything that can evoke an emotion. As a songwriter, that is what I try to do--connect with the listener in someway, either musically or lyrically. My musical tastes are very diverse from rock to country and everywhere in between. Right now I am really enjoying just surfing myspace and listening to all the great unknown artists/bands. There is so much incredible talent out there.
Born in the hill country of south Texas, Steven P. Richards began writing songs when he was 15 years old. It wasn't until he was 38, however, that he began converting his work tapes into professional demos. Steven’s songwriting spans many genres, from rock to country to pop and everywhere in between. As a non-performing songwriter, Steven’s songwriting has received awards in various national and international songwriting competitions, and his song "Make a Big Splash" was recently licensed to NBC Sports for use during the 2008 Olympics. "This is War," his pro-soldier/anti-war anthem, has been played on Sirius Radio, in addition to being listed on Neil Young’s website, Living With War Today. As an army veteran (of the Panamanian Invasion and Desert Storm), Steven understands the tremendous hardships our soldiers, and their families, face on a daily basis, both overseas and at home. “Ultimately,” Steven explains, “I would love it if this song could, if even slightly, help speed the process of getting them safely home for good.”
************************************************************ HERE IS THE NEW VIDEO FOR "THIS IS WAR"
THIS IS WAR
Steven P. Richards (songwriter)'s Friend Space (Top 38)
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Heyyy.....how is everything your way?? I have a quick favor to ask of ya. I am in a contest to get to open on Little Big Town's tour this summer and I was wondering if you had any free time to vote for me real quick?! I'm very excited i may have the chance to come perform for ya and could really use your help....like no joke I foreal need you haha. Thanks!
OH you can vote from my myspace on the little button saying DEMAND IT with all the Little Big Town stuff lol
I was there at age 15 along w/Steve and we have recently reconnected in friendship after 20 years. Pretty cool story in its self..
Lots has happened since then and we are still catching up!!
I am truly impressed w/your songwriting ability Stephen...and nice to know you are still true to those ideals you and I had " back in the day" Way to go brudduahhh! friends always...Wallace
Awesome video. I had a lot of fun playing the role of the father/soldier KIA. It's interesting to see how everything came together. Great tune! I've got to get the CD!
Thanks for allowing me to take up a little space here at your place. I love the music and keep up the writing. Thanks for supporting our troops and congrats on the Olimpic endorsement.
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