"When music is done at its height, it is multicultural. It’s like a magnet that brings in everybody." Clark Beckham
American Idol finalist Clark Beckham has been called "a total star" (M. Orland) "one of the millennial generation's best artists" (J. Elyachar), and "an unforgettable talent" (Quincy Jones).
Recorded at Nashville's Plaza Mariachi, Clark opens up about his humble musical beginnings, his creative process, and how his faith inspires him to use music to reach across cultural, political, and religious divides.
Hear Robby Valderrama chat with Clark about the following topics:
Resisting opportunities to compromise for the sake of money
How music brings people together from different backgrounds
Operating as a Christian in a post-Christian culture
Clark also talks about being a street performer, navigating awkward songwriting sessions, and what it's like to work with legendary musician Quincy Jones.
Finally, Robby points listeners to Clark's Instagram and upcoming tour schedule.
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The Praise Hands Podcast examines the American intersection of church, race, music, and economics. Robby Valderrama is the co-founder of TheChurchAhead.com, which offers resources and advice for forward-thinking Christian leaders.