Q: Can you tell us a bit about yourself and how your childhood impacted your musical direction?
A: I started singing at 4, with my mom whispering the lyrics to help me remember. At 8, at took piano lessons. By 12, I was writing and composing my own songs turning feelings into melodies. The songs were pretty deep and sad. Music’s been my voice ever since. I have a family of musicians. My dad, my grandfather and uncles all play guitars. My dad sings too. I started writing in French and as I grow up and started to speak English, I started write songs as well. I have evolved with lyrics that are more positive.
Q: How are you planning on growing your fan base and sharing your music with the world? What message do you have for anyone who is about to discover “Pascal Brochu”?
A:I’m combining my background in marketing with my creative experience to build a community around my music, not just an audience. I plan to share behind-the-scenes content, acoustic sessions, and honest reflections through social media and short-form video, while also collaborating with other artists and curators. Live shows, playlist pitching, and connecting directly with fans through DMs and email lists are all part of my long-term strategy. I want people to feel seen when they hear my music. Also, I will do ads. Once my full album will be out, I wanna go on tour.
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed but chose peace anyway, if you’ve learned to laugh things off and keep going, my music is for you. I write songs that remind us we can take life seriously without taking everything personally. This is just the beginning, and I’m grateful to have you here for it. I have an upcoming song that is about a breakup, but how to find the peace in it and move forward. Accepting we have taken different directions, paths.
Q: Who is the most inspiring artist for you right now? And where do you find inspiration for making music?
A: Right now, I’m really inspired by Coldplay’s emotional depth and scale, Charlotte Cardin’s vocal vulnerability, and newer voices like Benson Boone, Livingston, and Alex Warren who bring raw, honest energy to pop. They all have a way of making big feelings feel personal and real, that’s what I aim for in my own work.
It usually starts with a single idea, word, or feeling something that sparks a chain reaction. Fun fact: No Hard Feelings came to me while I was driving. I had to pull over just to write the idea down. I arrived home and finished the lyrics that night and wrote the music the next day. Other times, it’s a slower process, my next song (not out yet) took months to shape. Every song has its own timeline, and I try to let it come together naturally.
Q: Can you tell us about the story or message behind the song, “No Hard Feelings.”?
A: No Hard Feelings is about staying grounded when people around you are unpredictable, dramatic, or emotionally unavailable. It’s not a breakup song, it’s more about choosing inner peace over engaging in constant conflict, especially when someone close to you is acting out. I wanted to express the feeling of being calm and clear, even when things are messy. It’s about saying, “I see what’s happening, but I’m not going to let it ruin my energy.” It’s a gentle reminder that not every battle is worth fighting, and sometimes walking away with grace is the strongest move. Musically, this is why I made the verse more stressful and the chorus more chill and relax.
Q: How would you describe your sound in one word for potential listeners?
A: If I had to describe my sound in one word, it would be timeless. My music blends elements of adult contemporary, retro soul, pop rock, indie, and singer-songwriter styles. That I believe creates something that feels both familiar and fresh. It’s rooted in honest storytelling, emotional clarity, and melodies that stay with you. Whether it’s a laid-back groove or a reflective ballad, my songs are about capturing real moments and offering listeners something they can connect with, no matter where they are in life.
Q: Did you face any challenges while writing or recording “No Hard Feelings”?
A: Of course ha ha. No Hard Feelings was my first real studio session, so the entire process was a huge learning experience. I had to discover a lot about myself as an artist and from how I express emotion vocally, to how I wanted the production to sound. English isn’t my first language, (I’m French Canadian, like Celine Dion), so I also had to be mindful of my accent and work on clarity while still keeping my authenticity. It was a challenge, but a really empowering one. It pushed me out of my comfort zone and helped me grow.
Q: What is the message of your music? And what are your goals as an artist?
A: The core message of my music is positivity through growth. Even when I touch on past struggles or difficult emotions, it’s always with the intention of showing how far we’ve come, and where we are now matters more than where we’ve been. My songs explore personal development, emotional resilience, and embracing the unexpected moments life throws at us. As an artist, my goal is to create music that helps people feel seen and grounded, while staying true to who I am. I want my songs to be both a safe space and a source of motivation for anyone navigating life, change, or self-discovery.
Q: Who is your dream artist to collaborate with? (dead or alive)
A: It’s hard to choose just one, honestly, collaborating with Coldplay, Charlotte Cardin, Benson Boone, or Alex Warren would be a dream. I’m a huge fan of Coldplay; their ability to create music that’s both epic and deeply emotional has inspired me for years. Charlotte Cardin is someone I really admire, she’s been pushing herself creatively, and I love her unique approach to songwriting. Benson Boone and Alex Warren feel very close to my own style, I jam to their songs all the time, and I see a lot of myself in their sound and energy. Collaborating with any of them would be unreal.
Q: What is your advice for people interested in pursuing music as a career or for those trying to enter the industry?
A: Don’t stop. Take criticism, use it to get better, and most of all, have the courage to just try. You never know what’s possible unless you go for it. I spent nearly 10 years working 9-to-5 jobs, trying to build a life that didn’t really fit me, pushing my dreams aside. After a major breakup and turning 30, I realized I couldn’t keep living that way. I took a leap, went to a talent conference for modeling, acting, and singing, and ended up winning everything. That moment changed my life.
Now, just over a year later, I have an indie label supporting me, a modeling agency, an acting agency, and I book work every month. I show up to every opportunity and audition I can. And now, my first song is out. If you’d told me a year ago this would happen, I would’ve thought you were crazy. But that’s the point, so much is possible if you don’t give up.
Keep pushing. Stay positive. Grow. You only get one life, and it’s worth living fully, doing what you love.
Q: If you could go back in time and give a younger you some words of wisdom, what would they be?
A: I’d tell myself stay true to who you are. Don’t pretend to be someone else to fit in or please others, it’s not worth losing yourself over. If something doesn’t feel right, don’t force it. Trust your instincts. Stay positive, be grateful for the little things, and don’t be afraid to take risks. Try new things, even if they scare you. Fear is part of the journey, but so is growth. You don’t need to have it all figured out, you just need to be real with yourself.
