About
I have been a Singer songwriter and producer for 16 years. I am employed in the field of education teaching piano, guitar, drums and voice. I am one of 3 directors for the Academy of Gospel Music in the city of Birmingham. I I am and willing to work with artists and producers.
General Info
 
First Name:
Clyde
Last Name:
Forde
Age:
66
City:
Birmingham
Country:
United Kingdom
Songwriting Info
 
I am a:
Songwriter, Composer
Looking for a:
Lyricist
Preferred collaboration style:
in person, video chat, email
Genres:
Blues, Christian/Gospel, Classical, Hip Hop/Rap, Jazz, Latino, Pop, R&B/Soul, Reggae
I'm strongest at:
melodies, chord progressions, beats/grooves, arrangements
Instruments I write with:
guitar, piano, vocals, drums, bass
Sounds like:
Luther, Beyonce, Celine, Carrie,
Influences:
Hezekiah Walker, Richard Smallwood, Westlife
Songwriting is my:
hobby, planned career
Songwriting Achievements:
I've entered in Songwriting Competitions, I was not successful, however I had received good compliments. 3 years ago Paramount song.com wanted to offer me a contract. But I wasn't sure if it was genuine.
I have been approached by email from a company in the USA to write for Carrie Underwood. Again I don't know if it's genuine.
Personal Songwriting Goals:
To get my songs heard. It's my passion.
Collaboration Goals:
publishing deal, sync placement (film, TV, video games), mainstream artist release
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