Beth speaks to Chris Rupp – Baritone Singer and Founder of All-American A-Cappella Groups Home Free and 7th Ave as well as The Chris Rupp Project. Beth has a candid chat with Chris about his journey including what it was like leaving Home Free, the importance of following your heart even when it goes against the expectations of others and his advice for younger musicians.----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Feedback and ideas for future videos/podcasts are always welcomed! Email theroarcast@bethroars.comSupport the Podcast----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------HighlightsBeth Roars introduces Chris Rupp and the projects he’s been a part of in his careerWhat was Chris Rupp’s worst job ever? Chris talks about his time working as a game designer for Microsoft as a teenager Chris tells Beth some advice for young people - Say yes!Beth asks Chris what it’s like growing up in a musical familyWhat got Chris Rupp into A Cappella?How Chris and his brother, Adam Rupp, started Home FreeWhy did Chris Rupp leave Home Free? Was it an easy decision?Chris speaks to Beth about the effects of winning ‘The Sing Off’ TV ShowForming ‘7th Ave’ with Tristin Rupp (Chris’ sister), Kelley Jakel and Adam BastienDoes Chris prefer touring with a group or working alone?What’s it like touring Europe and Australia as opposed to the US?How does Chris deal with people’s opinions and YouTube comments?The fans reaction to Chris leaving Home FreeBeth Roars asks Chris if he has advice for singing A CappellaWhat’s it like to be a part of the production and recording side of videos, not just singing?Embracing the challenge of making something quality and also cost effectiveBeing true to yourself and creating content you love, not just things you know will be financially successfulChris’s advice for anyone who wants to be a singer or musicianWhy development as an artist never stopsStriving for more and why Chris always likes to be busy----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Resources MentionedBeth Roars: Website YouTube  Instagram  Twitter Facebook  Patreon 7th Ave Band - http://www.7thaveband.comChris Rupp: Website YouTube Instagram Twitter  FacebookHome Free: Website YouTube Instagram Twitter  FacebookThe Sing Off Season FourAdam Rupp, Tristin RuppKelley Jakle, Adam Bastien Early Access to the Podcast! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.