How Being On The Voice Changed my Life - Ricky Duran (The Voice)

Send us Fan MailI talk to Ricky about his latest single “Star” and the inspiration behind it. He tells me how being on The Voice changed his life. He also has some advice for those who are thinking about trying out for any reality singing show. On a somber note, we talk about the loss of his mother to breast cancer and his father and best friend to suicide. We’ll also talk about his inspiration for his music and more.  ********If you are someone you know is thinking about suicide please reach out for help. IF YOU ARE IN SUICIDAL CRISIS PLEASE CALL 800-273-TALK (8255) Ricky is a proud supporter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.  Their Facebook page is https://www.facebook.com/AFSPnational/  *********  Bio: Ricky Duran garnered international attention with his soulful vocals, fiery guitar playing, and compelling performances on NBC’s The Voice. The Season 17 Runner-Up has since released a single charting at No. 1 on iTunes and sold-out shows, showing himself to be more than a fleeting show success - he retained fans and amassed more. He is an irrefutable talent and electrifying entertainer making music for the soul. His vulnerable songwriting and ability to capture an audience on and off stage transcends trends, while his musical abilities and influences spanning genres shows his music knows no bounds - he is timeless and a genuine creative that no label can penetrate.Hear Ricky's songs - https://open.spotify.com/artist/1C18TJ6Co8ihwnIUYbrfiy?si=r-uNItgrR_GZhGs71M1KRg&dl_branch=1  Buy Ricky's music - https://music.apple.com/us/artist/ricky-duran/300730433  Watch his Videos: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmdNFV3OTpxLY-c67i-0LoA  Twitter - https://twitter.com/iamrickyduran  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/IamRickyDuran/  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rickyduran/  TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@iamrickyduran?lang=en  Website - https://iamrickyduran.com   *******  Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Y6M5Yzti6CoHave a question or want to be a guest on the podcast email: [email protected] To see upcoming guests click here: https://www.dmneedom.com/better-topodcast ©2021 Better To...Podcast with D. M.Needom--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/d-m-needom/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/d-m-needom/supportSupport the show