Making it in music is a trying journey that requires dedicated practice and passion. Linfield senior Logan Mays has embarked on his journey into music and is already making his mark in the music world. In his time here at Linfield, Mays has released an eight-track album titled “I Still

Remember” and an EP named “Fade” bearing his name. Both are available on iTunes and contain a set list of twelve total songs, each demonstrates Mays’ diverse musical training and knowledge.

Mays’ talents range from instruments and vocals to composition. All of these skills have been honed by Mays’ dedication to his craft and the Linfield music department.

“I’ve been able to get lessons in piano, voice, guitar and composition, which has made me feel very well rounded as a song writer and composer,” Mays said. “It’s been a wonderful learning experience going forward.”

Linfield’s music program has led Mays on an interesting path through the music world, expanding his ear and immersing him in every aspect of music.

“I’m a fan of many styles, though as a music major I don’t have much choice in that. You have to learn from the things you hear and essentially see what makes things music,” Mays said.

As a senior Mays has emerged an ambitious musician prepared to tackle the realms of music production and live performances, including several Cat Cabs here at Linfield. Mays has found his voice and is willing to sing his original works onstage loud and proud.

“I love writing and performing my own music at Cat Cabs. I’d love to write more music like what I have on my CD, but I want to graduate before I get more into that,” Mays said.

A passion for a subject as intimidating as music can take a push from someone near and dear. As a sophomore in high school Mays had no music background whatsoever but his grandmother pointed him down the path of music and he has not turned back since.

“I attribute my start in music and everything I’ve done since to my grandmother,” Mays said. “She was always pushing me to do the things I loved doing, not just what was practical. She felt it was more important that I do what made me happy. She would encourage me to keep going because she saw how happy it made me and because of that I’ll never stop.”

From his humble beginnings as a sophomore in high school Mays has already completed an impressive portion of his journey as a musician. The original songs he has produced showcase his abilities on the piano and guitar and display his maturity as a composure and vocalist. The final semester of his career at Linfield has begun and Mays is excited to enter the world as a musician.

“I’m really looking forward to seeing what I can eventually do with the knowledge I’ve gained at Linfield and if I can make a difference in the field of music, whether it’s as a performer, composer, songwriter, you name it,” Mays said.