The Bass That Built FireHouse and Rocked Stryper’s World - Perry Richardson, Goldy’s Closet EPS #268 The Real Rundown ​​In this episode, Perry Richardson takes listeners behind the scenes of his rise in the music industry, revealing what it was like trying to break through as an East Coast band during an era dominated by the LA scene. He reflects on the uphill battle to land a record deal, the creative grind of songwriting and recording, and the pivotal moments that changed everything. With candid insight, Perry recounts how the band’s persistence and crucial support from industry heavyweights like Bon Jovi, opened the door to their first management deal and ultimately led to major-label signings with Sony and Epic. Golden Nuggets It was hard to get a record deal. The music scene was heavily centered in LA. They chose to stay in Charlotte, NC. They wrote and recorded songs daily. Bon Jovi recognized their talent and helped them. Their demos were well-received by many. They eventually signed with Sony and Epic. The journey involved a lot of dedication and hard work. Networking played a crucial role in their success. The experience shaped their future in the music industry. Sound Bites "It was hard to get a record deal." "Everybody at that time was in LA." "Bon Jovi tried to help us out." Chapters 00:00 The Impact of Loss and Family Support 00:57 The Journey to Success in Music See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.