Meet Theo Strutts | Singer · Songwriter · Model

We had the good fortune of connecting with Theo Strutts and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Theo, what role has risk played in your life or career?
There’s a lot of risk involved in pursuing a career in the arts and entertainment industries. So much, and not just financial. When you’re an artist, the risk is mental and emotional too. You invest time, money and energy into creating something deeply personal and take the chance that someone out there loves and appreciates it enough to spend their hard-earned dollars on your next album, poster or even a ticket to your show. It’s very vulnerable and, at first, doesn’t come with a whole lot of pay-off. But if you keep taking that chance, over and over again, there’s nothing quite so sweet as a room full of people cheering for something you poured your heart and soul into. Every risk I take brings me one step closer to the vision I have for my future.

Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
For me, making art is like breathing. All my life I’ve sang, danced, drawn, painted, written, even taken the odd photography class or 2. About a year and a half ago, I decided to really pursue the arts as a career and I’ve dedicated myself to cultivating the skills that go into music and modeling. The most important thing I’ve learned is that you have to show up for yourself every day. That means when the motivation isn’t there, you show up anyway. It might not be the day you create your best work, but you can learn something from every experience. Even the darkest ones. Personally, that’s where a lot of my inspiration comes from. Making something beautiful from the things that once caused so much heartache brings me a lot of catharsis and I hope that’s what people feel when they see/hear my work.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
Houston has SO many amazing things to see and do. My favorite coffee shop is Trilogy Brew in Old Town Spring – they make the best London Fog with lavender and vanilla – and I love just walking around the little shops in that area. At night, I have to see who’s playing at the House of Blues or Dan Electro’s for a live show. Shosty always puts on a great one and there are so many other incredible local artists to see, just depends on who’s playing when! Afterwards, I always like going to Ninja Ramen or Katz Deli on Westheimer for a late night bite. I love the different art markets at Bad Astronaut Brewing and at Avant Garden on Westheimer for more spooky themed events. Cafe Brussels is another favorite restaurant of mine for delicious Belgian food. Really anything related to food or live music is a favorite of mine and Houston is an amazing place to be for those things.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
My incredible vocal coach, Dustin at DM Music Studios – you helped me find my voice after years of silence.

The amazing crew at Second Sundays (IG @secondsundayvibes) – who first brought my creative muscles back from the dead

The Painter – one of my favorite local artists who has offered so much encouragement over the last year

Tristan , my husband and soulmate – none of this would be possible without your love and willingness to listen to the same songs a bajillion times in a row.

Website: https://www.theostrutts.com

Instagram: @theo.strutts

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Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_yRLUhdIDdY&list=RD_yRLUhdIDdY&start_radio=1

Image Credits
Hideki Synth

J. Thomas Photoworks

Krystie Lee Photography

Sarah Hernandez

Jonathan Mean