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April 2003 MSN Chat Transcript

DishDiva says: Billy will be talking about his new release 'Music Through Heartsongs.'

DishDiva says: Your hosts today are Joan, Mark, Trish and Josie. If you have any questions about MSN Live, these are your experts.

DishDiva says: Welcome to MSN Live! This afternoon we are pleased to welcome Billy Gilman to MSN Live!

DishDiva says: Billy, welcome to MSN Live!

DishDiva says: It's great to have you here!

MSNLive_Star says: Hi, everybody, it's great to be back!! I hope to see you soon.

hîÞÞ¡ë©h¡©k in Onstage_1 asks: Who has been the most influential person in your life?

MSNLive_Star says: My parents have influenced me so much buch Angela has really influenced me because I'm going through a voice change and I don't know how I would have gotten through this time in my life without her encouragement. She's my voice coach.

SpIkEsChIcKa in Onstage_1 asks: Billy, what is your favortive song off your new CD?

MSNLive_Star says: Each song has it's own individuality. I love track #7 "Songs of the Wind" with a Hawaiian theme. I wrote two of the songs for "Memories" and "Watching."

DishDiva says: shasta says: Billy, how did you and Mattie meet?

MSNLive_Star says: We were on the Larry King special together, she was in Washington DC and I was in New York and they put the two shows together. We were both amazed by this kid and Angela came up with the idea of taking these poems and putting them to music. I was a

MSNLive_Star says: little timid about it but we called Scott and he was already out buying the book so everyone had the same idea. I didn't even meet her face toEternalHoku13 in face until this year.

Onstage_1 asks: Hi, I'm gonna try my best to avoid the " Omg I'm your biggest fan I want to meet you so bad!" thing and try to stay calm. My name is Tia Hartsell and I want to know when your CD comes out Billy?

MSNLive_Star says: It comes out in 5 hours, at midnight April 15th.

DishDiva says: Are you excited? What do you traditionally do on the day an album launches?

MSNLive_Star says: I'm either jumping up and down or scared to death because I don't know what the fans will think of it. But this is a very special project so I have high hopes.

Christs_angel_JM14 in Onstage_1 asks: Do you like Harry Potter? *jumps for joy*

MSNLive_Star says: Absolutely!

Bask0 in Onstage_1 asks: What inside you told you that you really wanted to get into this kind of thing and not live the life of a normal kid?

MSNLive_Star says: It wasn't that type of thing where one day I looked in the mirror and thought I wanted to be a singer for a couple of years. It's been inside me since I was 3 and I think I sang before I spoke. It's not a major change for me and I keep it well balanced

MSNLive_Star says: and I stay grounded but I'm just another kid.

DrumCrzy13 in Onstage_1 asks: What is your biggest hope for this new album?

MSNLive_Star says: Just to get Mattie's message out. That's the main key, he has a strong message and I sing basically about the same thing, about what the world is going through and he's writing poetry about the same things, peace. So to get Mattie's message out is the

MSNLive_Star says: main key.

rachelangel11 in Onstage_1 asks: Hi Billy! My mom and I are really big fans, and Ive been waiting for a long time for you to go on tour so we can see you in concert. Do you have any idea when that will be? Also, we bought your CD and got it in the mail today. Its great!

MSNLive_Star says: Probably because of my voice change, I don't want to damage my voice, so the doctors are saying maybe a year a half. You can't fool with Mother Nature. We're leaning toward fall, if not then next year.

Videos4Family in Onstage_1 asks: Billy, will you ever be getting a Concert DVD or VHS released soon?

MSNLive_Star says: I was thinking about that. We haven't really thought about it yet. I'd like to have a DVD that's half and half. Half when I was young and half now that I've grown.

KiwiOlsenKat16 in Onstage_1 asks: Will this album be released internationally? I live in New Zealand and the only album I've been able to find here is "One Voice."

MSNLive_Star says: We hope so. I have a lot of international fans so it all depends on the record company. I am pretty sure it will just probably not April 15th. Probably a later date.

Mississippi_Gurl2345 in Onstage_1 asks: Are you working on any new songs?

MSNLive_Star says: Not now. We had to really rush with this album with the April 15th deadline. We had 1 month to do my vocals and with my voice change we'll probably work on another album next year.

Krispy985 in Onstage_1 asks: Hi Billy! As you look back on the past couple of years are there any particular "fan moments" that stick with you? Thanks for everything! Krissy -With a 'K'- from West Warwick, RI

MSNLive_Star says: A neighbor! Kind of. There's so many moments like the standing ovation at the American Music Awards, you know there's rappers and they're standing for a white boy like me. I was overcome with joy.

MSNLive_Star says: You never know what to expect when you're on stage.

Spookys15 in Onstage_1 asks: Hey Billy! You and Mattie working together was a dream come true! The two of you are amazing! I just wanted to know if you plan on working together again? ~ Melanie, MN

MSNLive_Star says: His message again is so great. This project has so many roads, there's no telling where it will lead us. I would love to work with him again in some form.

JustinWDavis in Onstage_1 asks: Billy, hey bro love the music man its excelent. Your a true role model for all of us who have dared to dream. The question I want to ask is how has God influnced your music?

MSNLive_Star says: You know God is always an important part in life, especially with all the fighting, you never know what's going to happen. Now in these beautiful messages, spirituality is very important in my life, as well as the people around me.

Utahraptor_05267 in Onstage_1 asks: When was it that you realised your talent as a country singer? . p.s. i love the song "One Voice"

MSNLive_Star says: Thank you. I love to sing. At that time I wanted to sing Country music, and I still love country, but now no matter what it is, talking to friends or singing the same type of songs, I get board. So now I'm very diverse and at my concerts I go from

MSNLive_Star says: Roy Orbison "Crying" to Michael Jackson's "ABC." You'll see the diversity on this album.

Cheer_Chelsey14 in Onstage_1 asks: You keep my head up in bad times, but who keeps your head up?

MSNLive_Star says: Music is such a healing power, I always listen to music, whether I'm frustrated or sad. Music is the main part, my family does, and the message from Mattie. So music and my family cheer me up when I'm down.

dramagrl02 in Onstage_1 asks: Would you have any interest in doing broadway soon?

MSNLive_Star says: Yes. Well there's always that chance. I love Broadway. I love acting and singing and when you can do both, it's a great thing. I am going to look into that because I love Broadway. I'm in New York and hopefully will go to see a show while I'm here.

All4Catchin_Stars in Onstage_1 asks: How did the video shoot go?

MSNLive_Star says: It went great! The video is so inspiring and I hope you enjoy it because it's really heart felt.

frodoroxmysoxoff in Onstage_1 asks: Have you been to many different places in the world?

MSNLive_Star says: I've been to almost every state. I've only been actually to three countries, Canada, London, and Ireland.

Kitty_3-4 in Onstage_1 asks: Which one of Mattie's poems touched your heart the most?

MSNLive_Star says: Like I said, they each have their own element. "For Our World" has a deep message and I sing about the same thing. All the songs have a powerful message. I hear from critics that I'm singing about love, what do I know? But I'm singing about life. And now

MSNLive_Star says: that Mattie isn't feeling too well, all his messages are inspiring.

that_guy87 in Onstage_1 asks: I would like some tips, if it's ok! I like to sing, but I am so shy that I can't sometimes. I often sing your music for fun. How do you get up in front of all those people?

MSNLive_Star says: If you really strive to do it. Ever since I was 7 I couldn't wait to go on stage. I was nervous the minute before I went on stage and then when I heard my name, my other personality came over me and I would go out. The audience was influencial on me, when

MSNLive_Star says: they scream I like to make them scream more.

littletuffpunker139 in Onstage_1 asks: Billy, I love your music and the way your music can put a smile on anyones face. My question is how do you keep up with school while your in the studio?

MSNLive_Star says: School (gag). It's very important. I like school, literature, geography, but not math. I know I'm familiar with numbers, but when they put them together... Ugh (laughs). I am tutored.

Jamie1015639 in Onstage_1 asks: Hey billy, Have you ever thought about starring in a movie? if so what type?

MSNLive_Star says: I love movies and I have a lot of scripts. I love comedies and like to make people laugh. So I would have to say a good, full of laughs, comedy.

Melissa1461 in Onstage_1 asks: The first time i heard "one voice" I cried. How old were you when you sang it for the first time?

MSNLive_Star says: I was 1. (laughs) I was 10 and a half. I had a real Minnie Mouse voice, I was so cute. (laughs)

QT4u907 in Onstage_1 asks: My friend is completly in love with you and she loves your voice... i mean shes counting down the days til your cd comes out... can you just say a little "hi manda" to her? cuz it will make her day and she will remeber it always!

MSNLive_Star says: Hi Manda!! Hope to see you soon at an upcoming event! I hope you enjoy the new CD if you're counting down.

DrumCrzy13 in Onstage_1 asks: With you being a big fan of Celine Dion, I was wondering what you think of her Las Vegas show.

MSNLive_Star says: No I haven't. I saw the big premier on television but haven't had the chance to get to Vegas. I'm going to the AMA and they switch from L.A. to Vegas so I'm going to try and catch the show then.

PoohAndMe3 in Onstage_1 asks: Thanks for all that you do to help put a positive message out there for today's society. As an adult I really love your music.

MSNLive_Star says: Thank you, that was great.

PopCountry_Singer in Onstage_1 asks: hey, Your so cool and the best role model on the planet. My question is what is your favorite kind of charity that you do?

MSNLive_Star says: I was just named the National Youth Chairperson for Muscular Dystrofy. I'm under Jerrry Lewis, he's the Chairperson and I'm the Youth Chairperson. I also support St. Jude Telethon.

PokaDot29 in Onstage_1 asks: How were the Flameworthy awards? I saw you there during Shania's speech!

MSNLive_Star says: Yes!! It was a blast! We really had fun. It was my first time back in a while and the fans were going nuts. I didn't think they would even remember me but they were screaming louder than ever. Flameworthy is all fan based and fans make you or break you so

MSNLive_Star says: it's good to see what their opinion is on their favorite music and videos. So it was fun and I had a blast.

BillyHeadshawn62 in Onstage_1 asks: What's a typical day at the recording studio like?

MSNLive_Star says: Slave, slave, slave driver. (laughs) No, just kidding. It can get pretty boring after singing a song over and over, but then you move on to the next song and it's fun. There's some frustrations and with my voice changes my voice wouldn't always be there.

DishDiva says: That must be really hard.

MSNLive_Star says: So it was a month of heck. You'd go for a note and it wouldn't be there and you'd want to go someplace and hide. We'd have to stop so we wouldn't damage my voice.

PatriciaF82 in Onstage_1 asks: Hi Billy! I can't wait to see you judging on Star Search. Are you excited?

MSNLive_Star says: Yes, oh it's going to be fun. I love those types of shows, seeing all the upcoming artists. It's very exciting.

kateamber323 in Onstage_1 asks: When you are not in the studio are goofy and do what normal kids do? Amber and Kristian Warwick, RI

MSNLive_Star says: Absolutely! I play pranks on people and drive Angela nuts. I'm a normal kid and people say, "You're not normal!" But I am. I didn't decide to sing one day, it's just something I've always lived for. It would be like going without air if I couldn't sing.

MSNLive_Star says: I'm a normal kid and tease everyone to death. Sing_Those_Heartsongs in Onstage_1 asks: I love your music I think it send a really positive and needed message out to the world. How does it make you feel knowing your music has touched so many people in a positive way?

MSNLive_Star says: It's a wonderful experience.

SuRFeRgiRL8888 in Onstage_1 asks: Do you think you are going to be a country singer for the rest of your life or are you gonna move on and try different things?

MSNLive_Star says: Country artist, who knows? Who knows where this road will lead me. I love all types of music from Bon Jovi to Neil Diamond. I will find my niche and my corner but for now I'm just finding my own way.

DishDiva says: Billy from all of your fans from around congratulations on your new CD "Music Through Heartsongs" which releases tomorrow! Pick it up tomorrow everywhere!

MSNLive_Star says: Enjoy this beautiful, inspirational CD, full of laughter and tears. It's been an inspirational experience for both me and Mattie.

DishDiva says: Thanks to Billy Gilman for joining us today on MSN Live!

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