What was life like for you before you got into music?
Before music, I was a child. Literally. I started writing songs when I was really young, so I don’t remember a version of myself that didn’t make music. It’s always been how I process life, the good, the painful, the confusing. I didn’t get into music as much as I grew up inside it.
What’s the live music scene like in Denver right now? Anyone we should be looking out for (bar you, of course)?
Denver’s scene is alive and unpredictable; you can find metal, pop, country, and avant-garde all in one night. There’s a pulse here that feels genuine. Artists like The Velveteers and Neoma are doing incredible things. There’s a lot of undiscovered brilliance still tucked away in this city.
It seems like being a social media curator has become added to the many jobs of a musician. How do you feel about this?
It’s complicated. On one hand, I love connecting directly with people who find meaning in my songs. On the other hand, it’s easy to lose yourself in the performance of “being an artist online.” I try to treat social media as another creative tool instead of an obligation, it’s just another way to tell the story.
How do you manage engagement on your socials?
I focus on being real. I respond to genuine comments and try to post things that reflect where I’m actually at, not what I think people want to see. My goal is connection, not clout. But I’d be lying if I said it’s easy the constant presence of haters or negativity can be draining. I’m still trying to learn to let the good outweigh the hate. It’s tough at times, but I remind myself that people who connect with the music matter far more than those who don’t.
What’s your view on the music industry today?
It’s the Wild West. There’s more freedom and more noise than ever. The gatekeepers have changed, algorithms, curators, and playlists have replaced the old system but the hustle is the same. You have to work relentlessly and still love it enough to do it even when no one’s watching.
Where do you feel you currently sit within the music industry?
Somewhere between independent and undeniable. I’ve built a steady audience, especially on Spotify, and everything has grown organically, no major label, no team, just persistence. It’s a long game, but I’m proud of how far I’ve come doing it my own way.
What’s the biggest thing you’ve learned recently as you progress with your music?
That vulnerability isn’t weakness, it’s the whole point. I used to chase perfection, but I’ve realized people connect most when they can hear the humanity in your voice. The flaws are what make it real.
What was your best experience on stage?
A few years ago, a band I was in opened for a major act, and we got to play for about 10,000 people. Standing on that stage, hearing that kind of energy coming back at you, it was electric. That moment reminded me exactly why I fell in love with performing in the first place.
What was your worst experience on stage?
I hit a high note and blew the crossovers in the PA system, no more PA for me, lol. It was both mortifying and kind of hilarious. The crowd was stunned, and I just stood there thinking, well… that’s one way to make an impression.
Tell us something about you that people would be surprised about.
People are usually surprised to find out I’m a recluse. I’m actually super shy. Performing and connecting through music feels natural, but small talk and social situations drain me fast. Music is how I say what I can’t always say out loud.
I hear you have new music. What can you tell us about it?
Yes, my new single, “All I Need,” is a smooth pop-dance track with a Latin-inspired beat and soft, sultry vocals. I wrote it after realizing I’d been waiting for someone else’s promise to come true, and finally deciding to take control of my own story. It’s empowerment disguised as a love song.
What was the recording process like?
It was fluid and intuitive. I built the rhythm and bass first, then layered in keys and vocals until it felt alive. I produce and mix myself in my home studio, which gives me total freedom to follow the emotion wherever it leads.
What was the biggest learning curve in writing the new tunes?
Learning to stop overworking them. I can be obsessive over one word or tone in a vocal line. Sometimes a single note sounds terrible to me and I’ll spend hours trying to fix it. I’ve learned to trust the first spark more and not let perfectionism smother the emotion. The trick is knowing when to walk away and let the song breathe.
Would you change anything now it’s finished?
No. Every song is a snapshot of who you were at that moment. If I changed it now, it wouldn’t be that version of me anymore. I love that it captures exactly what I felt then, unfiltered.
Is there anything else you’d like to share with the world?
Make it real. Be who you are, no matter what. Never give up. Work hard. Don’t tell yourself that you can’t, or that you’re not enough, or that you shouldn’t chase your dream. And even as you live it, be ready to change, do it for its own sake, not for validation.
What’s the last thing you’ll think about when you’re dying? Regret that you didn’t try? I will never have those last words
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