30 songs in 30 days - The facebook experiment

Economic worries and job security are current stresses of life for many. Chad Strader has taken on a challenge that puts the stress of life for him into a world of its own. 30 songs in 30 days is what Chad calls his facebook experiment.

Chad is on day 21 of his experiment. In a nutshell he is writing 30 original songs in 30 days and posting them to his facebook. Nightly his follows will log on to listen to his latest song of inspiration. On his facebook page he commented “I am a very frustrated songwriter. I decided to further punish myself with some discipline”. Chad is only dedicating 45 minutes to an hour daily for the experiment.

I have known Chad since Jr high school days. My best memory I share with him happened our Senior year at Dulles High School. Our Government teacher was going around and asking each of us “What do you want to be when you grow up?” As clear as if it were yesterday, Chad Strader said… “I want to be the lead singer of a Christian band.”

Currently, Chad is Worship Experience Pastor at River Pointe Church in Richmond, Texas. His experiment started on August 7, 2009 and will end September 5, 2009. He has many supporters from the church, friends and the community.

On day 14, the experiment turned to a near meltdown. The songwriting was not flowing to say the least. However, I personally think this night was Chad’s finest hour. He did an incredible song called “Nothing”. When face with adversity, Chad pulled through and came out with a brilliant and fun tune.

Chad’s favorite song of the experiment thus far is #11, “Somewhere”. This song is about hope and keeping your dream no matter where you are there is still hope and love. He commented on his post “I hope this experiment will encourage all who create to stop sitting on your material”.

There is just over a week left in the experiment. But like song #20, Chad is a man of his word, and he will see it through. His songs have touched so many and hopefully he will get a recording deal. Good luck and tune in tonight!

Youtube link to 30 Songs in 30 Days