Soul Tree Collective II

Getting to know “Mista Swift of Soul Tree Collective.” by Melodi Tyson It’s your girl, Mimi, and before I get started I need to say, “Thank you!” to all the fans of Soul Tree Collective!  You guys made this blog a huge success.  This week we wanted to get a little more behind the scenes with the group.  Every great band has great supporters and those supporters are often our incredible parents.   We’ve got to give our parents a “shout out!” this time.  Two of the members of Soul Tree Collective, Kylie and Kameron, have the most interesting dad!   I learned that he was even a couple of finger snaps from earning a Grammy nomination!  This is just amazing!  Talk about being gifted.  His pure music enthusiasm is so incredible to me.  Mista Swift absolutely loves music and supports his daughters with their music endeavors.  I now want to introduce Kylie and Kameron’s Dad by his stage name...  Mista Swift.  This past week I interviewed Mista Swift during a photo session and rehearsal scheduled for Soul Tree Collective.  While it was a busy time for the band, Mr. Swift took the time to talk to me for a few minutes.  A portion of the interview has been included in this blog.  (Thanks Mrs. Angie)       Mista Swift is one of the lead recruiting members of Soul Tree Collective and he is so committed to helping youth embrace and preserve soul and R&B music.  I asked Mista Swift how he got interested in Soul Tree Collective and he stated that he was an active participant/parent and kind of assumed responsibility when other organizers left the group.  The way he sounded when talking about the group, made me completely admire Mista Swift and his commitment to music.    When asked about his musical background he stated that he played several instruments which include, the drums, piano, and he is learning to play the bass.  Mista Swift really enjoys music and I want to let you watch the video to tune into his creative side. Well, friends it’s time to get ready for the Austin Urban Music Festival.  Remember it’s March 31, 2017 and April 1, 2017.  Get ready to dance, move, and groove to with the Soul Tree Collective. That’s What’s UP!

Melodi Tyson melodityson@gmail.com