What is the best thing i love about my work?
The best thing i love about my work is, that i can express myself in the most purest and passionate form. Because everything is also my own work you can show yourself to the world without limits, so this journey will never ends. I am the journey.
What’s my idea of happiness?
Happiness for me means, find peace and love with and within yourself. And this is all that i wish for the people i love as well. Just make sure you’re always being you, just you. Cause you are enough!
Picture credits: Jan van der Gaag
What is my greatest fear?
I do not believe in fear, i think fear can be created by your own mind, so you can also delete it. And i think it is an emotion that can serve as a warning. But otherwise i only engage in challenges
What is the trait that i most deplore in myself?
In the past, i gave people my trust too quickly and lost that trust again as a result. Those are big, intense life lessons.
Which living persons in my profession do i most admire?
Those who are selfmade and independent and relentlessly pursue their goals based on steps taken that are pure.
I admire also legends like Frederic Chopin and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart who have inspired me to play classical piano
What is the thing I dislike the most in my work
Sometimes I wonder what i feel about social media…I kinda love it and all that i do is show my work and myself on social media. Be my own brand. But otherwise things on social media can be a mindfuck for people. How everything is served up to you and when you are sensitive to this what they make you comply with. So very important, be you just you.
When and were was I the happiest in my work?
I was the most happiest when i did for the first time my own release show live in Walhalla theater in Rotterdam. The moment i had worked on and towards for so long, with the right people who believed in me. That evening was pure magic.
If i could, what would i change about myself?
I would say more planning! I think every high goal starts with a plan so maybe more planning to also bring my goals to fruition.
And more connecting with my inner child. It makes me feel safe and i feel more inner peace.
What is my greatest achievement in work?
Achieving an incredibly large reach, connecting with fans and inspiring my family and people. So during my live shows i will bring peace to them and a want to create a feeling of being connected together on a higher level. Let them feel and believe that everything is possible. What you feel, you attract…
Let’s create miracles together.
Where would i most like to live?
I think in future i like to live in Holland but also a bit in Spain, or maybe in an other country which who has interested tiles.
What is my most treasured possession?
Those are of course my kids, my family.
What is my most marked characteristic?
I think i am a very authentic person by nature
What is my most inspirational location, in my city?
The most inspirational place here are i think the woods near by
What is my favorite place to eat and drink, in my city?
My favorite place here in Made is, Madame Delicieux
It’s a very warm and authentic place, with very nice music, food and drinks.
What books influenced my life and how?
With this question, i immediately think of the book Straight line leadership. The book provides simple formulation of acting and striving for your goals, but if you take a really straight look at yourself, your reptilian brain often takes over whenever it can.
You only die once. What music would i listen on my last day?
The song:
”Brothers in arms” Dire straits
Cause the song tells how my life unfolds and sometimes feels, as if life is my Brothers-in-arms.
”Can’t take that away from me” Mariah Carey…
This song says exactly that even if the whole world feels differently, you
must not dim your light for anything or anyone.
Who is my hero or heroine in fiction?
Liam Neeson ( movie Taken ) This movie, has had an incredible impact on me.
Who are my heroes and heroines in real life?
My kids are my heroes! Because they are my biggest mirror in Life.
And I realized when Tina Turner passed away 24 may, 2023 that she has always been a great source of inspiration. Her life story and some glimps of her story really touched me. Just keep going and go for what’s yours already!
Which movie would I recommend to see once in a lifetime?
Taken, it was a special movie for me. In reality something that’s possible.
So it makes you sharper and more alert in life, specially for a woman.
What role play stories in my life and work?
The role of Music.
My whole life from when i was a little kid until now, music has taken me by the hand and literally helped me through different phases in my life.
What do the words ”You are the storyteller of your own life” to me?
It tells me: It’s your life, your book and only yours, so be you and pure and never be scared to write your story and reach your goals. Follow your instinct and follow your soul mission. Learn to read and feel your soul mission.
Which people or companies would I like to work with
I think it would be really nice to work with other songwriters. We just take a look at my new songs together. For example i prefer a woman like Isabel Usher. A fresh perspective and feedback. I think she has also a dose of experience and motivation.
Also i like to work with music companies who might be interested to use your music for films, series or games maybe also commercials?
What project am I looking forward to work on?
I am looking forward to what my team and I have planned for this year and next year.
This includes new music, collaborations. Let’s say just new goals we are working towards.
What do the words ”Passion Never Retires” mean to me?
The words means to me: i feel these Words. And i will live my passion in this life unlimited.
Which creative heroines should Peter invite to tell their story?
Ayu Lestari and Mirna den Reijer
These two women have crossed my path, both posses the strength to change and fulfill their position as frontrunners
Where can you see me or my work?
People can see my (new) work here:
https://janvdgg.myportfolio.com/denyse-music-page