Q: Hey, can you tell us a bit about where you come from, and what made you want to start a career in music?
A: I’ve always loved music! I grew up in a musical family so it’s always been a part of
my life. I really fell in love with performing at a young age, and knew that I was going to
be an artist. With country music specifically, I’ve always been drawn to the lyrics and
storytelling aspects of the genre.
Q: And what other artists have you found yourself listening to lately?
A: I’ve been listening to a lot of Kelsea Ballerini, who is a big influence for me. I love
the stories that she tells, and the lightheartedness of her music. I’ve also been loving
the newest album from Ingrid Andress. Outside of country I’m a really big fan of Charlie
Puth.
Q: Who were your first and strongest musical influences?
A: Some of my first influences were Miranda Lambert, and Taylor Swift. I was and still
am such a huge Taylor Swift fan, she’s the reason I started writing my own songs.
Taylor Swift showed me how to tell stories through my music.
Q: You have just released your new EP, ‘Hometown Cliché’. Is there a story behind it?
A: When I was writing the songs for Hometown Cliché, I found myself telling a lot of
other people’s stories. A few of the songs off this EP are directly inspired by my friends,
and things that they’ve gone through. In the Name of Tequila is one of those songs,
and Good in Goodbye is another. Since In the Name of Tequila came out, I’ve heard so
many different tequila stories from listeners, and I’m so glad we can bond over that
haha. All I could ever ask for is listeners to hear their own stories and experiences in
my lyrics and be able to relate to them on a personal level.
Q: Can we expect an album from you in the near future?
A: I’m so excited about the release of the Hometown Cliché EP, and I definitely have
more new music in the works!
Q: What do you feel are the key elements in your music that should resonate with listeners, and how would you personally describe your sound?
A: Storytelling was the first thing that made me fall in love with country music, and
being able to hear my own stories and experiences in someone else’s lyrics definitely
helped me feel understood growing up. I think that’s one of the key elements in my music, is being able to be there for listeners through lyrics and music. Sound wise, I
love to have those classic country instruments, like banjo, mandolin, etc. I think the
best way to describe my sound would be “rhinestones and dirt roads” country.
Q: Do you feel that your music is giving you back just as much fulfillment as the amount of work you are putting into it, or are you expecting something more?
A: Absolutely! I feel so lucky to be able to live my dream every day. Being able to
connect with people and see them enjoy my music is one of the best feelings in the
world. I couldn’t imagine doing anything else with my life.
Q: Could you describe your creative processes? How do usually start, and go about shaping ideas into a completed song?
A: Lyrics always come first for me, my songs always start with just me, my guitar, and
an idea. Every song is a unique experience, and the process can be different each
time. Seeing a song go from an idea in my notes app on my phone, to the studio with a
band and my producer, to a completed song is so magical.
Q: What has been the most difficult thing you’ve had to endure in your life or music career so far?
A: For me personally, one of the biggest challenges I face is reminding myself not to
compare myself to others. I think it’s so important to remember that artistry and music
is so subjective and everyone’s journey is so unique.
Q: On the contrary, what would you consider a successful, proud or significant point in your life or music career so far?
A: One of the coolest, and proudest moments for me in my career so far is actually
recording Hometown Cliché in Nashville. Getting to record my music in such an iconic
place, Blackbird Studios, in music city, has always been a dream of mine.
