Andrew 'Donut' Larsen has gone from playing his guitar on the streets to landing a "record deal", thanks to the kindness of a stranger and the power of social media.
Last month, Dominic Alexander stumbled upon Donut, sitting on a curb with his guitar. In exchange for a beer, Donut offered to play a song for Alexander - a deal that would soon change both of their lives.
When Donut began playing his original song, Ghost of You, Alexander was blown away by the raw emotion in his voice and the beauty of his guitar playing. Captivated, he recorded the performance and shared it on TikTok, where it quickly went viral with viewers drawn to Donut’s soulful voice, heartfelt lyrics, and incredible talent. Alexander then took the next step in helping the musician.
Alexander started a GoFundMe campaign to get him into a recording studio. The outpouring of support was swift, allowing Donut to professionally record his song. “Donut is a great guy with an extraordinary talent. Let’s get him what he deserves so he can continue to make music for the people!” Alexander wrote in his post.
Less than a month later, Donut’s song, Ghost of You, is now available on all streaming platforms. His journey from the streets to a recording studio is a reminder of the life-changing power of community, kindness, and believing in someone’s talent.
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