Hiya Mimi, thanks for joining us in the virtual RGM lounge today. Grab a brew and take a seat.
What was life like for you before you got into music?
Before I got into music, I was a different kind of artist. I used to paint, draw and create digital art. But after I got ill, I stopped creating the same way I used to, and I turned to creating music as a way to cope instead. I had a psychotic break back in 2022 and although it was a difficult time, that’s where everything started musically for me. I thought that psychosis took my creativity. But it just made me create differently.
What’s the live music scene like in Lancashire like right now? Anyone we should be looking out for (bar you, of course)?
Oh definitely, theres an artist that hugely inspires me called ZAND (they/them). They originally came from Blackpool. Their music fuses pop and metal elements, and they brand their music as “ugly pop”. I’m a huge fan.
It seems like being a social media curator has become added to the many jobs of a musician, how do you feel about this?
At first it was really alien to me, I sort of isolated myself when I became ill and I stopped using social media completely. However, having to use it for my music and engaging with my audience has really helped me come out of my shell and stop questioning whether something is going to be approved by others and more about whether something feels right for me, ya’know?
How do you manage engagement on your socials?
I don’t really get much engagement with fans on social media at the moment, because I’m so early on in my career, I only started posting on socials a few months ago, and visibility is still an issue. When I do get engagement, though, it makes my day that my music moved someone enough to comment or share.
What’s your view on the Music industry today?
I think the music industry has become a lot more accessible for artists like me. With the advancements in technology and the ability to distribute without the need for a label, I can reach my audience independently and organically, and I love that.
Where do you feel you currently sit within the music industry?
I’m not really sure to be honest, that’s a tricky question for me haha. My music is subjective and genre-defying; I don’t like to hold back. But I love to experiment and use lots of different elements in my music. I’d say it’s alternative, but under that umbrella, each song could fit into a different genre.
Whats the biggest thing you have learned recently as you progress with your music?
I’d say the biggest thing I’ve learned recently is not to hold back. A lot of my old songs can sound quite monotone but I’m learning to project my voice and really show the emotions I’m feeling rather than being afraid of what people would think.
Tell us something about you that you think people would be surprised about.
Would you believe I have never actually performed on stage?! I still sing to myself in my bedroom at this point in my career! haha I’m really excited to get on stage though, I have been putting feelers out. Watch this space!!
I hear you have new music. What can you tell us about it?
Yesss, its actually surprising to have such positive feedback from my music this time around. I am ecstatic to share my new EP, TRANSMISSION_FROM_THE_VOID, with people. Each song on the EP has a different vibe, but theyre all following the same themes. Psychosis, paranoia, isolation, frustration, anger, sadness and loss.
My personal favourite is RAGE IS A RITUAL. I feel like this is one has the kind of vibe I would like to emit in future music. I really enjoyed producing it.
What was the recording process like?
The recording process has always been quite chaotic and fun for me. I tend to get into hyper-focus, and I end up not sleeping for days while I create sometimes.
I recently invested in a new microphone and it changed everything; I could finally exert my voice this time without distortion.
What was the biggest learning curve in writing the new tunes?
The biggest learning curve I think for me has been the aftermath of putting my music out there and learning to overcome rejection, consider feedback and learning that I’m not for everyone, but that’s okay! The ones who resonate will get it.
On the other hand, I’ve also learned that moving past fear and putting my music out there can be rewarding, too. RAGE IS A RITUAL has had so much interest and its honestly surprised me because I’m still a baby artist, and it’s so hard to break through the noise sometimes.
Would you change anything now it’s finished?
No, I don’t think I would. I’m really proud of what I’ve created, and I think that if I changed it, then it might not resonate with people the same.
Is there anything else you would like to share with the world?
For anyone else out there suffering with isolation, struggling to make connections, and feeling lost in life, there is always a light at the end of the tunnel. It won’t be like this forever. I got you.
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