Describe your sound in 3 words
My sound in three words: Jazzy-Soul-Pop
Your songwriting is exceptional. Tell us a few things about your new album.
Thanks so much! This album was a pandemic project. I wrote, self-produced, recorded and performed all the parts. It was truly an endeavor!
Which song of the album is your favorite?
I feel most emotionally connected to “I Won’t Write Another,” because it is about unrequited love. đź’•
Your also have lovely grooves. Tell us a song with a groove you wish you had composed yourself.
Stevie Wonder’s “I Wish”
What would be your dream performance venue?
The Colosseum!
Favorite music related film?
Hmm.. This is a tough one. Maybe the Doors movie starting Val Kilmer as Jim Morrison
One last thing we should know about you?
I am finishing up my master’s degree in Jazz Studies this fall. I am very much looking forward to getting my masters!
Thank you!
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