Iconic, multi-platinum Welsh singer-songwriter Donna Lewis shares inspiration and insight from her career in the music industry, reflecting on how she discovered her unique voice and sense of self — and stuck to it — even amidst the pressures of showbiz. Plus, you’ll get the behind-the-scenes story about Donna’s infectious ‘90s hit song “I Love You Always Forever,” and what Donna learned about the importance of staying true to her vision.
You’ll also hear about Donna’s deeply personal and powerful new record, “Rooms With A View,” a poignant reflection on her journey fighting breast cancer. She Rocked It is especially honored to share Donna’s story as part of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
This episode is sure to resonate with anyone who’s interested in protecting and fanning their creative flame. Tune in and rock on!
Watch the video version of this episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/limcJBYKZec
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Episode highlights:
[3:30] Learn what gave Donna Lewis the courage to pursue a music career wholeheartedly
[6:25] How playing in piano bars led Donna to discovering her signature sound
[11:55] How Donna stayed true to the magic of her original demos for her smash hit “I Love You Always Forever”
[15:34] How Donna documented and bravely shared her breast cancer journey through her powerful new album, “Rooms With A View”
[21:47] An inside look into Donna’s creative life and her family life
[28:48] Karen and Donna explore their mutual connection to acclaimed producer and “gentle wizard” David Torn
[30:21] Donna Lewis shares her tip to rock it
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Links from this episode:
Donna Lewis: https://www.donnalewis.com/
Donna Lewis on Bandcamp: https://donnalewis.bandcamp.com/
David Torn: https://davidtornmusic.com/
Tim Motzer: https://www.timmotzer.com/
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