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Hailing from Asheville, Brie Capone is a singer-songwriter and performer whose unique vocals, heartfelt, introspective lyricism, and unforgettable melodies single her out as one to watch. In 2012, Capone graduated from Berklee then made the move to NYC where she was part of the pop/rock duo The Humble Grapes. In 2016, she moved back to Asheville where she wrote and recorded her solo EP Orbit. Recently, Capone released her latest single, "Enough" and here she answers her Essential 8 where she talks about her new EP, due April 20th, how she spends her day off, John Mayer, and more.
Is there a story behind your album’s title? The EP 's title is based off of the song “Let You In”. It’s probably the most hopeful or loving song on the record. I found myself falling for someone and didn’t know what it would look like to have them in my life. I think it encapsulates this batch of songs the best. If I were to let someone into my world, these songs are thoughts and experiences of mine, sort of a “here you go…” “here’s my thought process…” sort of record. What’s the best advice to give to a musician just starting out? Making mistakes and being wrong is ok. Don’t beat yourself up, but don’t inflate yourself or think you know all the answers. No one does. It’s why we write songs to begin with. Try as hard as you can to question everything so that you don’t get bored with your writing. Don’t fall into cliches. Stay hydrated. Seriously, it will help your mood and work ethic. I swear. What has been your biggest struggle so far? I think right now, as an independent artist balancing time and expenses, as well as continuing to develop as a person has its challenges. Overall learning new things about music and the profession, and meeting new people has been awesome.
What’s your dream venue and why?
Red Rocks. It’s just beautiful out there and it would, in my mind feel like the band I had “made it”. A lot of folks I admire have played there and it’s a legendary spot. Who would you love to collaborate with and why? John Mayer. He’s an idol of mine and I’ve always really appreciated his musicality and lyricism. He’s also terribly funny, in my opinion. I also really love the writing and vocal style of Taylor Goldsmith from Dawes, it would be very cool to work with him. Which song of yours gets the best crowd response? So far, I’d have to say Scars from my EP Orbit. I think because it’s a ballad, people feel they can get lost in it. It’s a very cool and funny feeling when someone after a show will come up to me and tell me they cried during Scars. I want people to feel they can relax and let out whatever they need to. That’s the power of art. At the same time, I don’t want to make anyone cry! Are there any songs you are tired of playing and why? Nope. Depending on the gig there are songs that I prefer to play more, but the fact I get to play songs to people and they like hearing them, I think that’s an incredible gift. I can’t imagine getting tired of that. Do you have a favorite thing to do on a day off? I like to paint and watch old YouTube bootlegs of Boosh comedy, like the IT Crowd or Mighty Boosh. Basically anything with Noel Fielding and Richard Ayoade are in, I will put it on and just paint for fun or sketch. If I Let You In will be released April 20th Website/Facebook/Insta/Purchase
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