“Betsey Long Knows the Art of Originality”

In an exhaustive search for the perfect production team, Betsey Long discovered “Zodlounge Music,” thanks to friend and CLASP inventor, Chris Estes. Based in her hometown of Nashville, Tennessee, the Zods consist of three extremely talented musicians/producers/engineers: Brett Vargason, Todd Shay, and Tom Michael.

Betsey’s father and executive producer, Jim Long, renowned Nashville guitarist was so confident in the Zods that he gave them complete creative freedom. Betsey’s songs and the Zods production style were a perfect combination! “The project came off without a hitch,” said Vargason. “We just built the production around Betsey’s wonderfully unique and beautiful voice and her effective pop songwriting style.” When acclaimed record producer Michael Omartian first heard the tracks he said, “She’s something special!”

Betsey has since been featured in two very acclaimed A&R websites, Kings of A&R and Hits Daily Double, featured as an up and coming artist to pay attention to. Betsey’s recording project has also scored her a strategic partnership with MAC cosmetics (www.maccosmetics.com). She has been featured on Tadcast.com as per request by the owner, and recently, Betsey signed with Bunim/Murray Productions for placements in the The Real World and Keeping Up With The Kardashians. Betsey Long has a goal of inspiring people to live a better life, and she hopes to do it through her lyrics and melodies.

For more information contact: betseylongmusic@yahoo.com

What’s the first thing you would say to someone when they ask you to describe yourself as an artist?

I believe that God gave me a gift of music, and I intend on using that as my artist representation, not selling my body for a quick buck. People should always utilize what they excel in over something they see other people use to achieve success.

How long have you been in the industry?
About two years, professionally.

Do you have any projects out now?
I have recently released my very first E.P., produced by Zodlounge, www.Zodlounge.com.

My brand new song “Toy Box” will be released mid October along with a new Philadelphia style ballad, “Share The Moonlight”.

What inspires your music?

Life inspires my music. Love, heart aches, friends, my surroundings, it can be anything, I write what I feel.

What artists in the industry inspire you the most today?
Beyonce, Christina Aguilera, Taylor Swift, Britney Spears and Lady Gaga.

Why is that?
All of these woman are smart, business minded individuals not afraid to express who they are and what they believe in.

What makes you different from other artist today?
My songs are not explicit, like the majority of music today. I also like to think that I have a unique voice. I sing, play piano, and write. There are many female artists with the same talents, but  my sound is fresh and I think that separates me from all of the artists in the top 40 world right now.

What do you want your future fans to know about you?
I am here to help their heartaches, depressions, share love with them, and do it all with somewhat clean lyrics. I have been through hell with relationships, have a of a very sticky past, and after cleaning my life up, I want to share my stories with you, the fans, and hopefully make a difference in the world of pop-r&b music. I am a goofy person. I like to mess around and prank people to annoyance. I don’t take like too seriously because I know that it will always work out the way God planned it. I am very strong in my faith, but I am down to earth and non-judging. Every single one of my fans thus far are the loves of my life and I don’t know what I would do with out them. They keep me going, and I can’t wait to see where my journey goes from here!

How can we connect with you online?
I am on Facebook, Myspace, Twitter, and Reverb Nation. You can reach all of my social networks from my website www.betseylong.com.

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