Q: Can you tell us a bit about yourself and how your childhood impacted your musical direction?
A: I was born and raised in Montreal to a Slovak mother and African American/Cuban father. My dad passed away when I was 1 so I grew with a close relationship with my mom. She supported my interest in learning guitar when I was 10 years old. Between the ages of 10 and 20 I played mostly electric blue guitar, with minimal singing. I used to do local talent shows and festivals as a solo guitarist in my teens, playing to backing tracks I made myself on my BR1180 Boss recording machine. Slowly I began singing and writing more and more. Eventually moving on to get my Bachelors of Music from Humber College in Toronto.
Q: Who is the most inspiring artist for you right now? And where do you find inspiration for making music?
A: Inspiration comes from introspection, healing, intuition and awareness. Inspiring artist right now would be Saya Gray.
Q: Can you tell us about the story or message behind the album, “ethos pathos logos.”?
A: ethos pathos logos is Greek and refers to the speaker’s ability to connect with the listener through trust, emotion and logic. I feel that the stories shared on this album and the way I tell them embody a similar experience for the listener.
Q: How would you describe your sound in one word for potential listeners?
A: Unpredictable
Q: Who is your dream artist to collaborate with? (dead or alive)
A: Lianne La Havas
Q: What is your advice for people interested in pursuing music as a career or for those trying to enter the industry?
A: Authenticity. Connect deeply, express honestly and create freely.
Q: If you could go back in time and give a younger you some words of wisdom, what would they be?
A: Authenticity. Connect deeply, express honestly and create freely.
