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: Oh hi :). I grew up in Tucson, AZ and currently live in Los Angeles. I think most of us who make music, for the most part, have always wanted to. It’s not necessarily an explainable thing, it’s just something you’re drawn to in a magnetic way… and I guess eternal fame.
Q: And what other artists have you found yourself listening to lately?
A: It truly depends on the day, like at this very moment in time, I am listening to Ashley Tisdale. Lana Del Rey’s new record has been on quite a bit since its release, too. Other days we just put on KCRW’s ‘Eclectic 24’ and find some new artists to add to my playlist.
Q: Who were your first and strongest musical influences?
A: I think the first artist who ignited the “oh maybe I can do this” was Ashlee Simpson. There was something about her whole brand that really resonated with me and sparked my own creativity. Britney Spears was and is also a huge influence when it comes to my sound. I have never felt as confident as Britney, but her ultra pop sound is just… fantastic.
Q: You have just released your new single, ‘Lovers’ Roulette’. Is there a story behind it?
A: Lovers’ Roulette is essentially about getting yourself into a wild situation out of happenstance. When you’re lost or lonely, you search for experiences to fill that void. If you are lost and/or empty, you don’t really know what you’re looking for so you can wind up in situations that might not feel like “you.”
Q: Can we expect a new EP or even an album from you in the near future?
A: I actually just signed my first little deal with ppl pleaser records so yeah, we’ve been recording this past year and have some really cool tracks ready. We’re in the early planning stages of it all.
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: If I could control what people take away from my music it would be the feeling of escapism. I love when music allows me to wander off into my own little world, one that doesn’t carry the same stress as real life. I would describe my sound as a mixture of Gwen Stefani and Britney Spears with some Timbaland influenced production. But, I am still fully growing into my own as an artist, so hopefully my sound continues to grow.
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: I am in a lucky position because my music is just one portion of who I am an artist. I am able to sustain my music career because I run an entertainment web development business that also exposes me into the world on a different and deeper level. So, yes, I would say that the music provides a fulfillment that isn’t tangible, it’s a feeling; and a really nice one. I have no expectations from this, I’m just having fun and getting to do things that I’ve only dreamed of.
Q: Could you describe your creative processes? How do usually start, and go about shaping ideas into a completed song?
A: Honestly, every single song starts almost the same way. I go to the studio and meet with my producer, Taylor Sparks. After we chat, giggle and get into business mode he asks ‘What’s the vibe?’ I give him a pop girl reference and he says something along the lines of ‘that’s the worst thing I’ve ever heard’ and then I provide an alternative option that he loves and we find a happy medium of the two worlds :).
Q: What has been the most difficult thing you’ve had to endure in your life or music career so far?
A: Well, “life” is a bit of a can of worms, so let’s go with music. I think the hardest part of doing music is putting everything you can into something and ending up receiving a fraction of what you were hoping for; whether that be views, streams or whatnot. It can feel embarrassing, like “wow I know people saw me try and… they avoided it.” But, then I try to remember that, that is me putting my value into strangers’ hands and that’s silly. I need to be able to listen to the records and watch the videos and feel proud; and I do.
Q: On the contrary, what would you consider a successful, proud or significant point in your life or music career so far?
A: Probably just trying. I’ve always wanted to make music and film so allowing myself to do it is pretty significant in general.
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