Tag: 12 year old

Allan Clelland-Goddard “No Matter What”

Allan Clelland-Goddard, while a little on the shy side in person, is an outstanding performer that draws you in like he had been doing this for years!

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No matter what comes or goes Allan Clelland Goddard is here to stay!  Allan has been more than impressive lately with each video that he releases!  Since knowing Allan and writing about him here, I have observed a remarkable growth not only in his vocals but in his camera/stage presence.  Allan, while a little on the shy side in person, is an outstanding performer that draws you in like he had been doing this for a decade!

Allan has been dedicating most of his time to his schoolwork since the Carnival season ended in Trinidad. He was very involved with Carnival and competed in several competitions and made many guest appearances. He was also included in the prestigious “Kings go Forth’ concert which is held 2 weeks after Carnival and showcases the winners of all the big calypso competitions. Following that, Allan entered the ‘29thBiennial Music Festival 2010’ which as its name suggests, is held every 2 years and is hosted by the Trinidad and Tobago Music Association. Allan came out victorious in his class: Boys 11-12 Solo and received much praise from adjudicator Dr. Paul Johnson – the director of The School of Music at Wichita State University in the US. allan ferrari 1

Allan spent his Easter vacation (spring break) in Orlando with his family. He visited Disney’s Hollywood Studios and had a thoroughly enjoyable time, but the highlight of his vacation was visiting a Ferrari dealership and being allowed to touch, take pictures with and even sit in his dream car (what 12 year old boy does not dream of one day owning an expensive sports car?)

Last Thursday Allan accepted an invitation to make a guest appearance to sing his song, ‘Pan in Meh DNA’ at a primary (elementary) schools steelpan competition. The children & teachers alike were enthralled to see and hear Allan and really enjoyed his performance.

Deborah, Allan’s Mom explained;

.”Allan’s latest YouTube video has been in the pipeline for some months now but had to take a back seat to accommodate his calypso, vacation etc.  This new video is the culmination of a lot of hard work by the very talented Chris Nelson (christoff555) who worked tirelessly both on the audio track and then the video mixing and editing this masterpiece…..Thanks Chris!”

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They are hoping that the next video will be out in the not too distant future, and while they would not say what it’s going to be, it’s bound to be very special and I’m sure we will all enjoy it!

Mikeboymaster “Germany’s Boy Master of Music!”

You-Tube singer songwriter Mikeboymaster is an amazing 12 year old from Germany.  Five months after Meik began his keyboard lessons he announced that he had written his own song including a melody. While that may sound incredible Meik has written a total of 26 songs to date with each song showing improvement. Meik receives great comments on his You-Tube Channel for his original writings and deservedly so! I find his ambition and ability for writing to be second to none for his age.

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Meik or (Mike), who will turn 13 in May, started his You-Tube Channel back in March of 2008. However it was only last fall that I first discovered him. I think what kept bringing me back was his unusual sound and his originality.
While Meik is just starting to stretch his wings as a young artists, he has already shown that he has a tremendous talent for writing music and a most curious but soothing voice which delivers a very unique experience to the listener. When asking his dad about his voice he said the following:

“His voice sounds a little more grown up than most 12 year olds. But we let him make his own music and try not to influence him”.

Mikes interest in music blossomed quite suddenly. His dad told me that Meik actually showed more interest in playing soccer and played regularly on a team. But he often would listen to and sing along with the music of Tokyo Hotel.
“My wife and I were surprised to hear Meik sing because neither of us are musically talented, yet Meik had been given a gift that needed to be expressed.”

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When Meik was 10 years old, his mother purchased a keyboard for him. Mike was very happy and enthused with this gift and immediately started to play it. After only a few weeks he was already showing signs of a natural talent with music just emanating from the keys. He then asked his parents if he could have lessons and his parents quickly agreed to began his fist keyboard lessons at school.

Five months after he began his lessons he announced that he had written his own song including a melody. While that may sound incredible Meik has written a total of 26 songs to date with each song showing improvement. Meik receives great comments on his You-Tube Channel for his original writings and deservedly so! I find his ambition and ability for writing to be second to none for his age. Each of his songs tells a story and is very much a part of who Meik is.

Meik plans to take his time developing his unique talent for writing and singing but with each new video he demonstrates an ability to perform and express himself in a very unique fashion.

When asked about his You-Tube name he replied; “I want to be called Mikeboymaster right now but should I start recording professionally I will use my real name.”
Meik has great ambitions to become a professional recording artist and song writer! Without a doubt he has more than mastered the writing skills and his latest two original songs are making a big splash all over the Net.

Coming Home.Mikeboymaster on beach in sun

Meik continues with his love for playing soccer and also enjoys skiing but this is one very unique voice that will not stay a mystery for long. Your going to want to keep one eye and ear turned in the direction of Europe because Meik will not stay boymaster for long!


Watch in amazement his latest video for his new song Generations.  Meik shares with us more than words and a story in this production,  but he empties is heart and delivers his soul.
Be sure you visit him and leave a comment before you go!


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To find out more about Meik visit him on his Domain Site http://mikeboymaster.com