Interview: Meeting MJ impersonator; Dantanio

We spoke to the accomplished impersonator Dantanio last week to get a handle on the man.

• What does music mean to you?
  Music means many things to me, but I can say it’s an emotional expression of the human soul.
• Any Michael Jackson moments?
  Only on stage. Where I really connect and express him in the work I do.
• Who are your heros?
  My late mom is my true hero. She taught me character and principles.
• It’s your round. What are you drinking?
  Something hot. Five Roses tea – black please.
• The song you wished you wrote?
  We are the world. It’s one of the greatest messages ever.
• What makes you stand out?
  My ability to connect easily with others.
• Do you have any nicknames?
  Dan the Man
• If you were not a musician what would you do?
  I would be an English and/or a Geography teacher.
• Pick five words to describe yourself?
  Disciplined, quiet, funny, honest, wise
• Greatest movie ever made?
  Inception starring Leonardo De Caprio.
• What does the usual mean?
  Peanut butter and jam sandwich eaten at home.
• Favourite fashion garment?
  Tailored suits, must be black.
• Give us some slang
  “They ain’t got nothing on this here”
  (They won’t ever come close to this)
• What do you complain about most often?
  I am a man of few words. I rather find the solution than complain about the problem.
• What is your fear?
  Losing my voice. It scares me.
• Happiness is?
  Smiles and laughter shared with those you love and care about.
• On stage I tend to?
  Pray internally.
• If you were walking on stage for a keynote speech what song would you use?
  That big intro to Beat it with the Rock guitar intro.
• What are you doing next?
  Recording my single.