Artist Spotlight - Felicia Pretorius
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Show: Just Gospel Radio
Episode: Artist Spotlight Interview
Guest: Felicia Pretorius, Gospel Singer/Songwriter
Duration: Full interview with closing song "Light in the Storm"
STORY OVERVIEW
South African gospel artist Felicia Pretorius shares her remarkable journey from childhood choir member to recording artist, including a life-changing accident that rekindled her musical calling. The interview reveals themes of faith, perseverance, and divine purpose through personal adversity.
KEY STORY BEATS
Musical Origins: Pretorius discovered her passion at age seven after watching Mango Groove perform "Special Star" on her grandmother's black-and-white television. Growing up in a musical family where both grandfathers were band members, she learned recorder at six and participated in school and church choirs.
The Hiatus: After marrying in 2012, Pretorius stepped back from music, struggling with perfectionism and self-doubt. She became overly critical of her abilities, feeling other singers were superior, which led to stage anxiety and eventual withdrawal from performing.
Life-Changing Accident: In October 2022, a slip-and-fall accident while painting her swimming pool resulted in a severe concussion and temporary loss of speech. This medical crisis became a spiritual awakening, making her realize she had been neglecting her God-given gift.
Spiritual Renewal: During recovery, Pretorius found comfort in Psalm 91 and made a covenant with God to use her musical talents for His glory. Her speech returned instantly in what she describes as a miracle, launching her current recording career.
Divine Providence: Her song "Musco" exemplifies her faith in God's provision – she won the exact amount needed for its music video on the TV show "Wheel of Fortune" after lacking funds for production.
"Light in the Storm" Genesis: Written during her father's serious colon surgery, the song emerged from her emotional processing of fear and uncertainty. The English lyrics came naturally as she sat at her table, worried about her father's condition.
COMPELLING QUOTES
"Music just pulls me in... it's really in my blood"
"You don't need to be perfect. You just need to have the obedience to go out"
"I felt like I was putting this gift in a closet and never using it"
"There is a light in the storm... you can always ask the Lord for his help"
BROADCAST ELEMENTS
The interview concludes with Pretorius recording the station identification and her song "Light in the Storm" playing as outro music. The show promotes audience engagement through social media and website visits.
HUMAN INTEREST ANGLE
Pretorius' story resonates as a testament to second chances and recognizing one's purpose through adversity. Her journey from perfectionist paralysis to faithful obedience offers hope to audiences facing their own storms, making this both an artistic profile and inspirational narrative.
Episode: Artist Spotlight Interview
Guest: Felicia Pretorius, Gospel Singer/Songwriter
Duration: Full interview with closing song "Light in the Storm"
STORY OVERVIEW
South African gospel artist Felicia Pretorius shares her remarkable journey from childhood choir member to recording artist, including a life-changing accident that rekindled her musical calling. The interview reveals themes of faith, perseverance, and divine purpose through personal adversity.
KEY STORY BEATS
Musical Origins: Pretorius discovered her passion at age seven after watching Mango Groove perform "Special Star" on her grandmother's black-and-white television. Growing up in a musical family where both grandfathers were band members, she learned recorder at six and participated in school and church choirs.
The Hiatus: After marrying in 2012, Pretorius stepped back from music, struggling with perfectionism and self-doubt. She became overly critical of her abilities, feeling other singers were superior, which led to stage anxiety and eventual withdrawal from performing.
Life-Changing Accident: In October 2022, a slip-and-fall accident while painting her swimming pool resulted in a severe concussion and temporary loss of speech. This medical crisis became a spiritual awakening, making her realize she had been neglecting her God-given gift.
Spiritual Renewal: During recovery, Pretorius found comfort in Psalm 91 and made a covenant with God to use her musical talents for His glory. Her speech returned instantly in what she describes as a miracle, launching her current recording career.
Divine Providence: Her song "Musco" exemplifies her faith in God's provision – she won the exact amount needed for its music video on the TV show "Wheel of Fortune" after lacking funds for production.
"Light in the Storm" Genesis: Written during her father's serious colon surgery, the song emerged from her emotional processing of fear and uncertainty. The English lyrics came naturally as she sat at her table, worried about her father's condition.
COMPELLING QUOTES
"Music just pulls me in... it's really in my blood"
"You don't need to be perfect. You just need to have the obedience to go out"
"I felt like I was putting this gift in a closet and never using it"
"There is a light in the storm... you can always ask the Lord for his help"
BROADCAST ELEMENTS
The interview concludes with Pretorius recording the station identification and her song "Light in the Storm" playing as outro music. The show promotes audience engagement through social media and website visits.
HUMAN INTEREST ANGLE
Pretorius' story resonates as a testament to second chances and recognizing one's purpose through adversity. Her journey from perfectionist paralysis to faithful obedience offers hope to audiences facing their own storms, making this both an artistic profile and inspirational narrative.
