Born and raised in a small, rural town, my love of music is deeply rooted into country music.
Two weeks ago, I was introduced (both musically and physically) to a new country band trying to make it big in Nashville.
The three-piece band stole my heart, not only by the simple beauty of their songs, but also by the humble nature of their attitude.
The group is composed of Michael and Scott Harter, along with their sister Leslie. This family trio began recording music in about 2005 and just released a hit single entitled “If I Run,” which is currently number 51 in the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts.
I expected to meet a trio of people wearing your stereotypical cowboy boots, cowboy hat and Wrangler jeans. However, I ended up meeting three people with very modern, distinct styles, including converse, leather jackets and a flowing skirt.
After seeing this non-traditional group, traditional questions for an interview went out the window.
BH: What are the last five songs played on your iPod?
TH: Careless Whisper (George Michael), anything by The Script, I’ve Been Waiting (Foreigner), everything by George Straight and Roseanna (by Toto).
BH: How do you feel about Trump for President of the United States?
TH: (Leslie Harter answers) I believe he has great hair. His hair makes a bold statement and shows that he’s a man of good decisions. And plus, he designs and builds everything in and with gold (she says with a smile and a wink).
BH: If you were deserted on an island, what would be the one book you would take with you?
TH: (collectively) The Bible
BH: Which celebrity would you drop everything for, either to marry, date, etc.?
TH: Leslie: Michael Cera or Angelina Jolie
Michael: Kim Kardashian or Gwyneth Paltrow
Scott: January Jones
BH: What is your “guilty” pleasure television show?
TH: Leslie: Diners, Drive-In’s and Dives
Michael: Survivor Man
Scott: Ghost Whisper
Sometimes the craziest questions can lead to getting to know someone better than imaginable. I have become a big fan of the Harters, and hope you will become one too.