Hiya Adrielle, thanks for joining us in the virtual RGM lounge today. Grab a brew and take a seat.
Thanks for joining us today… Tell us a bit about where you are from and how you got into music.
I’m Adrielle Bow Belle, an independent singer‑songwriter and recording artist based in New York City, where I’ve lived for nearly twenty years. I grew up throughout the Southwest — Arizona, California, and New Mexico — and that sense of movement, reinvention, and cultural blending shaped a lot of who I am creatively. Music became my way of making sense of the world. It was the first place where I felt free to express the full range of my emotions, and over time it became the foundation of my artistic identity and the work I’m building today.
What’s your view on the music industry today?
The industry is in a transformative moment. There’s more access for independent artists than ever, but also more pressure to create for algorithms rather than for people. I think we’re entering a new era where authenticity is becoming the differentiator. Audiences can feel when something is made from lived experience rather than manufactured intention. My work is rooted in that belief — that music should serve the human spirit, not the machine — and that’s the energy I bring into every project.
Do you think it’s easy to become a victim of our surroundings sometimes?
Absolutely. Whether it’s the pressure to chase trends, the noise of social media, or the fear of being overlooked, it’s easy to lose your center. I’ve learned that the only sustainable path is staying grounded in your purpose and protecting the parts of your artistry that feel sacred. That’s where longevity comes from.
What’s your view on AI‑generated music?
I believe technology can be a tool, but it should never replace the human heartbeat behind the art. I’m vocal about protecting artists’ rights, especially as AI becomes more advanced and more capable of imitating human creators. Movements like Grammys on the Hill are essential right now — lawmakers need to understand how important it is to safeguard creative work and ensure that artists remain in control of their voices, likenesses, and intellectual property. My entire brand is centered on creating authentic, human‑made music that isn’t built in a boardroom or limited to an algorithm. That mission is becoming more urgent every day, and I’m committed to being part of that conversation.
What’s the biggest thing you have learned recently as you progress with your music?
I’ve learned that trusting your instincts is everything. The moment you stop creating for approval and start creating from truth, the work becomes stronger, more resonant, and more timeless. That shift has changed the way I write, record, and release music — and it’s made the work more meaningful.
What’s currently in your ears and on rotation at the moment?
A lot of Tracy Chapman and Lauryn Hill. They’re two artists who shaped entire generations through honesty, storytelling, and emotional clarity. Their work reminds me of the power of intention — how a single voice, rooted in truth, can shift culture. I’m also exploring emerging voices who are pushing boundaries in subtle, thoughtful ways.
What do you hope listeners notice about the craft behind your music?
I hope people notice the intention behind every choice — the writing, the vocal delivery, the production, the emotional architecture. Nothing in my work is accidental. I’m not creating for trends or algorithms; I’m creating for people who listen deeply. I want the layers to reveal themselves over time, the way great records always have.
I hear you have new music. What can you tell us about it?
My new release, ICEY ROADS, is a cinematic protest piece that sits right in that space where personal fear meets state power. The song pulls from real images we’ve all seen — raids in the middle of the night, families being torn apart, people treated like threats instead of human beings. It has that “cold war at home” feeling, where the danger isn’t somewhere far away, it’s right outside your door.
The song connects those moments to a much longer history of injustice — from Anne Frank to modern‑day immigration enforcement — and asks what it means to live in a world where safety isn’t guaranteed, especially if you’re brown or Black. ICEY ROADS isn’t meant to distract you from that reality. It’s meant to sit in it, to name it, and to show what it feels like to hold onto your humanity when the world around you is losing its warmth. It’s the kind of song that comes from lived experience, not from a formula.
Your work often intersects with social issues. How do you see your role as an artist in this moment?
I think artists have always been emotional historians. We document what it feels like to live through a moment. With ICEY ROADS and with the work I’m building, I’m trying to hold a mirror up to the world — not to preach, but to witness. If the music can make someone feel seen or understood, that matters to me.
What was the recording process like?
The recording process was intuitive and immersive. I allowed myself to sit with the emotions and let the song evolve naturally. Some of the most important moments came from takes I didn’t plan — the ones where I stopped thinking and just felt. Those are always the moments that end up meaning the most.
Would you change anything now it’s finished?
No. I think art captures who you were in the moment you made it, and that’s what makes it meaningful. ICEY ROADS reflects a very specific emotional landscape, and I’m proud of where it landed.
You’re also building a creative ecosystem through Bow Belle Productions. What does that mean to you?
Bow Belle Productions is the creative ecosystem I’ve built — a production house, vocal studio, and collaborative hub that supports not only my own work but also community‑driven projects like the DREAM ON charity showcase and youth‑centered programs such as Music Video Moguls and Sing Smart Act Smart Youth. It’s where my work as an artist, educator, and producer all meet, and it reflects the same mission that drives my music: to protect and elevate human‑made creativity, and to build spaces where real people and real stories are centered.
Is there anything else you would like to share with the world?
I want to encourage people to support human‑made music and the artists behind it. We’re in a time where creativity needs protection, and every stream, share, and conversation helps keep real artistry alive. And for me, this is just the beginning. There’s a lot more growing under the Bow Belle Productions umbrella.
FOLLOW HER HERE // PRESAVE HERE
🇺🇸 FOR MORE NEW MUSIC NEWS FROM THE USA CHECK OUT RGM USA 🇺🇸