Eric Michael Hopper began his musical journey at the age of six when he discovered the keys of a piano. From there, he never looked back. Growing up in Western Pennsylvania, Eric's experiences would inevitably find themselves embedded in song. Over the years, he became the frontman and writer for several bands, where he began playing guitar. This would add a dynamic and certain versatility to his songwriting approach. He has spent decades working toward making music for a living and crafting hearfelt songs about his journey along the way. His recently released solo album entitled Eric Michael Hopper "Cross Over" is continuing to be embraced with worldwide public support. The inspiration for this record is mirrored in every song by his true-life struggle and journey. This journey has taken him from humble small town beginnings, to making his national television debut on the CBS Early Show as a result of the thousands of fans that have embraced him on the web. In 2006 he consistently maintained the 1 most viewed pages on the myspace country music chart for over a year, topping over 22,000 artists. At one point he reached the 10 most viewed music pages of 1.3 million artists of all genres worldwide. He has created an amazing success story through the power of the internet to syndicate his music, to the extent that he has been referred to by FOX television hosts as "a working stiff become cyberspace superstar". This success he has found through his online fans and friends has prompted his movement into the mainstream media.
Eric has recently made appearances on the CBS Early Show, FOX Good Day, and NBC's Daytime. He was also recently featured on the front page of Yahoo.com. His video for Love at First Sight aired in 11 million comcast digital cable subscriber homes in March 07. Eric is the only true independent to be recognized with an artist page on CMT.com. He has 2 videos which have run on CMT Loaded. Eric Michael Hopper plays and is sponsored by PRS Guitars, Takamine, Dean Markley, among others.
...Ok so that was my "Professional" bio. For those who are wondering, I run my own myspace.
As long as I can remember, Ive always been drawn to creating music. Ive been doing this my whole
life hoping for the opportunity for people to share this thing thats been calling me. Finally, myspace
and the internet happened like a Godsend. I feel so happy and blessed to have the support of good
people like yourselves on here. I used to have dreams of the big time, stars in my eyes and all that
stuff, but you know ... I feel Ive finally found what Ive been looking for. Affirmation. Affirmation and the
connection between myself and you all who love music. I am finally beginning to feel satisfied. Satisfied
by the opportunity for you all to simply say yes we get it and enjoy it or even no, give it up. But at least
feel as though Ive had that chance, and thats enough for me. I dont care about fame and all that, I just
hope to be able to make an honest living at this. I guess notoriety is tied into all that though. I work hard
at whatever I set my mind to. I hope I can make this work, its been such a huge thing in my life for so long.
Other stuff...
I enjoy philosophy and physics, things that make you think. That gets on alot of peoples nerves though
when I get into that lol. I love epic stories that depict courage and inspire hope for an ideal. I consider
myself a reasonable person, although I am not afraid to do whats necessary. Lets leave it at that.
Im a kid that grew up playing piano and decided I was gonna be what I wanted, and wanted respect
at the same time. Thats hard to get when your young, for kids that want to draw and play piano lol.
So I kept myself in shape as well. I had this mind, body and spirit thing going on...
Im definitely more laid back now though. So out of that came the other side of me I guess...
Im a huge football fan. I love the outdoors and beer. Camping, picnics...
man thats what its all about. I swim laps at an olympic pool to stay in shape. Im a pretty simple guy as
far as lifestyle goes. I dont need alot, but hey Im grateful for it when I have it. Im working on a new
song and I think this opening line kinda says how I been feeling in general these days:
Sleep easy, Im gonna find our place...
An open sky home, built on faith.
Sleep easy, Im gonna find our way...
With an open heart beating all on grace...
I hope you like my songs,
Eric
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Hi Goodlooking just wanted to say hello to my new friend. Hope you are having a wonderful week. I love the cowboy hat sooooooooo cute (not the hat.)You I sure hope you will have a gig somewhere near. I'd love to come to your show.
Bonjour! How are things going for you and the music? I hope all is well, and that the music business is still growing. I am going to have to seek you out on iTunes cuz I am determined to have your cd. lol. You are on my top friends list, so there's one more thing to smile about. Keep smiling, and I hope to hear from you soon.
Hey, I just added you to my top friends and put your banner on my page. Your music really rocks. Good luck and have a great time at what you are doing!
Just wanted to let ya know I love your music & thank you for being so close to your fans! I added "Love at first sight" to my page, I love it!! Come out to Portland, OR sometime! I would love to see you in concert! Take care, much love Alice
Hello Eric..thank you for the add and nice comment! Your music is great! I have signed up on your mailing list and looking forward to seeing you when you drop into Dallas/Fort Worth! Have a great day!
Hey there, haven't stopped by in a while, hope all is well, still lovin that signed cd of yours I have... Listen to it all the time.. Love it... Keep it up!!! Any thoughts of coming to Alaska? ;-)
hey thanks for the add your music sounds real good i will to more i like haveing mnew artist as my frieds cause i get my other friends to listen so thanks again fro the add
