JC Andersen is a finalist in the 2008 Next GAC Star competition. Visit the Next GAC Star page for more information about the competition and show times.
Congratulations to all of "The Next GAC Star" finalists! Now that they've been chosen, we thought you'd like to know a little bit about them.
Meet John C. Andersen, Jr.:
John C. Andersen calls Nashville, Tenn. home and believes his purpose on earth is to make music and spread it to the masses. His musical tastes range from Keith Urban to Nickel Creek and he says he's able to draw his music inspirations from everyone and everything. John is fluent in the Norwegian language and wears his dad’s Norwegian Army tags for good luck, hoping they help crown him the Next GAC Star.
Name: John C. Andersen, Jr.
Hometown/Home State: Lakeland, Florida
Born: September 23, 1984
Occupation: Radio Promotions Assistant for 94.7 WGSQ
Single or Married: Single
Children: No
Musical style: Electric, emotional, fresh, rockin', contemporary
Musical instruments: Mandolin
Favorite artists: Keith Urban, Lady Antebellum, Van Zant, George Jones, Merle Haggard, Dolly Parton
Favorite songs to perform: "Help Somebody", "Trying to Stop Your Leaving", "Hicktown"
Favorite songs to listen to: "Somebody Like You", "Slow Down Sister", "When You Come Back Down"
First public performance: 1987 on stage with Dad at a "Sons of Norway" party in Ft. Lauderdale, FL.
I first knew I wanted to be a singer? When I was in high school, my buddies always used to get me to sing for them and their families. I guess that experiencing the joy it brought them drove me into performance addiction.
Dream singing partner: Alison Krauss
JC Andersen is a finalist in the 2008 Next GAC Star competition. Visit the Next GAC Star page for more information about the competition and show times.
Greatest strength: My ability to really connect and communicate with the people who listen to my music.
Competitive edge:I have a very diligent work ethic and a huge desire to achieve my dreams for many more than just myself.
Ultimate goal: To share my music with the world and to entertain everyone with music they can relate their lives to.
Inspired by: Life
What one thing about you would surprise GAC viewers? I'm bilingual. I also speak Norwegian. I used to sing Latin music.
What do you do for fun? I go fishing, write songs, go to the movies, go fishing, play backyard football, go fishing, and play tennis. Did I mention fishing?
What makes you laugh? Will Ferrel. Just about all of my friends are comedians; they just don't know it.
Greatest triumph of your life: In music, overcoming stage-fright. In life, just building the inner-courage to take my life into my own hands and chase my crazy dreams.
What makes you cry? Losing loved ones. I'm not good at final goodbyes.
What's the greatest personal hurdle you've overcome in life? Choosing what direction I wanted to take my life. I had to follow my heart.
Favorite TV show: The Sarah Connor Chronicles
Favorite movie: Terminator 2: Judgement Day
Favorite book: The Lord of the Flies
Favorite author: Steven Pressfield
Favorite actor: Arnold Schwarzenegger
Favorite actress: Sandra Bullock
Favorite music website: Don't have a favorite
Favorite music magazine: Rolling Stone
Favorite hobby: Fishing!
Favorite food: Pinnekjott-Salted lamb meat (Norwegian dish)
Country music crush: Alison Krauss
JC Andersen is a finalist in the 2008 Next GAC Star competition. Visit the Next GAC Star page for more information about the competition and show times.
What would you discuss with that person? Life and everything about it. Also, how He felt about sacrificing His life for others.
Last book you read:The War of Art by Steven Pressfield
Dream vacation: Hawaii
Key to happiness: Doing what you love and bringing happiness to others.
Biggest misconception about you: I've had people think that I'm arrogant before they had the chacne to meet or speak with me when in fact, I'm grateful for everyone and everything in my life, and I enjoy being open and conversational.
Most embarrassing moment: Playing the lead in an elementary school Christmas musical as "Santa Clause."
What do you value most in your friends? I value their amazing support for me and their faith in me and my abilities. They're also very selfless.
Why do you want to win the title, "The Next GAC Star"? I know that winning will bring me one more huge step to spreading my music to a large population. I want to bring joy to as many people as I can through my music. I also want to win for my family and friends, and everyone that ever believed in me and my abilities.