Reese Nobile Visits Section 36 Music!

Section 36 Music has another visitor! Reese Nobile is a fantastic singer whose debut single, "Ready To Run", definitely points to big things ahead. I was thrilled that she was willing to visit with us and discuss her music, future goals, and more. I’m sure you’ll enjoy everything she has to say.

So, let's see what happens when Reese Nobile visits Section 36 Music!

I absolutely loved your debut single, “Ready To Run”. What can you tell me about it?

First of all, thank you so much! I’m so glad to hear you enjoyed it! I have always wanted to make music but the timing never felt right and I was really adamant on feeling really good about what I was creating. I wrote Ready To Run soon after moving to Boston and I got really lucky to have met the most incredible people who helped me bring it to life. We had so much fun doing it!!! The best way to describe what the song means to me is feeling disposable in a relationship that I thought was indestructible. 

When you have the opportunity, what do you enjoy most about performing in front of a live audience?

The best part of music in general is having the opportunity to activate, aid, or enhance any emotion you feel. I’ve always thought that music is the most magical medicine to exist. The best part about performing live, outside of it being so much fun, is being able to connect with listeners. I’ve always wanted to be able to create that escape for somebody else! I love everything about playing live music, but my favorite part are the moments where I can see someone fully absorbed in the moment from the music I am playing. It is so special! 

You are currently attending Berklee College of Music. What’s the biggest thing Berklee has done for your career?

Everyone says that the best part of Berklee is the environment and the people that you meet. I couldn’t agree any more. I could have never imagined I would have a band, a manager, and people who believed in me enough to help bring my projects to life. All of the people I have met have taught me the most important things I have learned so far at Berklee about myself and the industry.

Who or what would you consider your biggest musical influences?

My biggest musical influences would definitely have to be Stevie Nicks, Bôa, and Lana Del Rey though I find inspiration from all different artists and genres of music.

What would you say is your biggest career challenge?

My biggest challenge is definitely myself. As they all say, you are your own worst enemy. Especially being surrounded by so many talented people at Berklee, it is so easy to question your talent, think you are not good enough, or wonder if you have anything to offer to the industry. What helps me through this is to remind myself of why I am pursuing music and how much I love what I am doing. I allow that to be the fuel to the fire! 

What are your immediate career goals?

My next single is in the production stages right now and my goal is to release it by the end of summer! I would also love to start playing live shows more often to expand out of the Berklee/Boston bubble as well as release my first EP which is in the works right now! 

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A new single, and an EP? Doesn't get much better than that!

As always, I want to thank Reese for visiting with us, and for sending along the pictures to accompany the interview.

I'm sure you’ll all want to follow along with her to see what she's up to. I would definitely follow her on Instagram, and/or Spotify. You should also be sure to check out her website to see everything she has going on. In fact, go do it all right now! 

Thanks again Reese, and good luck reaching your goals!

Adia Clark Lay Visits Section 36 Music!

Section 36 Music has another visitor! Adia Clark Lay is an incredible singer who recently released a fantastic single, "Brown Eyes". I was so excited that she was willing to visit with us and discuss her music, future goals, and more. I’m sure you’ll enjoy everything she has to say.

So, let's see what happens when Adia Clark Lay visits Section 36 Music!

I’m a huge fan of your recent single “Brown Eyes”. What can you tell me about it?

Brown Eyes is about a "situationship" turned bad. It talks about the struggle of wanting someone so bad and them just not returning the feelings. It also discusses the idea of not knowing exactly why you are so infatuated with someone. 

What was your favorite part of the recording process?

My favorite part of the recording process was getting to work with my amazing producer, Arin Ruiz (aka ArodB3ats), a fellow student of mine at Berklee College of Music. As a singer and guitarist, it was a very cool experience to work with a drummer and producer; coming up with harmonies and watching him add different instruments and synth to the song.

You are currently attending Berklee College of Music. What’s the biggest thing Berklee has done for your career?

It has provided me with the opportunity to meet so many talented musicians, perform and make connections around Boston, and take classes about things I've dreamed about since I was a little girl.

Who or what would you consider your biggest musical influences?

Absolutely and 100% Taylor Swift. My parents gave me the choice between guitar and piano lessons when I was little, and I chose guitar so I could grow up and be just like her! My family has ALWAYS supported all of my passions, especially music. They have fueled my creativity and made me the musician I am today, able to attend one of the best music schools in the world and having released two singles!

What would you say is your biggest career challenge?

There are so many talented people out there, I just hope I can be seen through the crowds and make a huge difference with my music.

What are your immediate career goals?

My immediate career goals are to release an EP (which will be COMING SOON!) and to continue to write songs that mean so much to me. 

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I am definitely excited for that EP!

As always, I want to thank Adia for visiting with us, and for sending along the pictures to accompany the interview.

I'm sure you’ll all want to follow along with her to see what she's up to. I would definitely follow her on Instagram, and/or Spotify. You should also be sure to check out her website to see everything she has going on. In fact, go do it all right now! 

Thanks again Adia, and good luck reaching your goals!

“Happy Pills" by THOMASINA (May 26, 2023 Release)

"Happy Pills" is the latest single from the fantastic singer THOMASINA! 

You need to listen to it right away! This song was two years in the making, and definitely worth the wait. 

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You'll be able to find “Happy Pills" just about everywhere you usually get your music like Apple or Spotify! So, there's no reason why you won't be able track it down…which I highly suggest you do. Now!

Signe Levin Visits Section 36 Music!

Section 36 Music has another visitor! Signe Levin is a wonderful singer fresh off the release of her latest single, "Into The Sand". I was thrilled that she was willing to visit with us and discuss her music, future goals, and more. I’m sure you’ll enjoy everything she has to say.

So, let's see what happens when Signe Levin visits Section 36 Music!

Your recent single, “Into the Sand” is simply fantastic. What can you tell me about it?

Thank you! I wrote ”Into The Sand” in the bedroom of my family cabin in Southern Sweden when I went back home over winter break. Being surrounded by the stillness of nature, I found myself having a lot of time to reflect on everything I experienced during my first semester abroad and it inspired me to create this song. ”Into The Sand” explores the concept of falling too deeply in love with someone, and the fear of that love being unrequited, having it ”run into the sand”. It’s definitely one of the more vulnerable songs I’ve written, and it allowed me to explore sides of my songwriting that I haven’t really shared before. So I’m beyond grateful to everyone who has listened!

Having released both this song, and your previous EP, what is your favorite part of the recording process?

Growing up in a very musical family, being in the studio has always felt like a second home to me. I’m very lucky to be able to record a lot together with my dad, which is incredibly fun! I think my favorite part of the recording process is seeing how a song can grow from just an idea into something bigger, as well as the creative freedom I feel whenever I’m in the studio. There’s something special about being in that space that makes me feel the most like myself as a writer and artist.

You are currently attending Berklee College of Music. What’s the biggest thing Berklee has done for your career?

Berklee is a wonderful place! I’ve learned so much in my first year, not just about music but also about people and different cultures. I think just being surrounded by so many talented and inspiring musicians has been an incredible learning experience, and I’ve had the opportunity to meet and collaborate with some amazing people! Having industry professionals as professors at the school and being able to partake in different events and concerts has definitely opened my eyes to parts of the industry I didn’t know as much about before.

Who or what would you consider your biggest musical influences?

I’ve always considered Joni Mitchell and The Beatles two of my biggest musical influences, but I also love Nick Drake and more contemporary artists such as Clairo, Phoebe Bridgers, Lizzy McAlpine and beabadoobee. Growing up, I spent a lot of time singing in choirs and playing classical violin, so I think part of my identity as a songwriter has also been influenced by that.

 

What would you say is your biggest career challenge?

I’d say one of my biggest career challenges is finding a balance between staying true to my artistic vision and keeping up with the ever-changing trends in the industry. As a singer/songwriter, I strive to create music that is authentic and meaningful to me, but I also recognize the importance of realizing the preferences and demands of the popular music industry. I guess that’s always going to be a challenge, but staying true to what inspires me and acknowledging the fact that I will also grow and change as a musician over time is important I think. 

What are your immediate career goals?

There’s so much I want to do! Releasing more music is definitely one of my main goals right now, and I’m planning on releasing an EP this summer, so I’m very excited about that! I’d also love to release an album further down the line. For now, I want to continue establishing myself as a writer and artist both in Sweden and the US, and hopefully create music that makes people feel something!

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I can't wait to hear that EP!

As always, I want to thank Signe for visiting with us, and for sending along the pictures to accompany the interview.

I'm sure you’ll all want to follow along with her to see what she's up to. I would definitely follow her on Instagram, and/or Spotify. In fact, go do both right now! 

Thanks again Signe, and good luck reaching your goals!

"No Worries..." by Lexi Mariah (May 24, 2023 Release)

“No Worries..." is the latest single from the incredible singer Lexi Mariah!

And you won’t want to miss it!

You probably remember Lexi from her interview with us, where we discussed her single “SOURPATCH". You may also remember her latest single "Demons". Both were fantastic songs. "No Worries..." is another one that you need to listen to as soon as possible. I'm sure you'll enjoy it as much as I do.

You can find “No Worries..." just about everywhere you usually get your music like Spotify. So, there's no reason you won't be able to find it.…which I highly suggest you do.

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If you want to learn more about Lexi, check out her interview right here on Section 36 Music.

Be sure to give “No Worries...", and all of her music, a listen!

"Art Unites Us All" - a Project from Domina Monriel

Today is the International Day of Living Together in Peace. It also marks the two-year anniversary of the "Art Unites Us All" release. This amazing project was created by Domina Monriel, so I’ll use her words to tell you about it…

“[It is] an original multimedia project featuring 210 artists from all over the world; 105 musicians, 79 dancers and 26 Painters & Photographers and supported by 7 universal organizations.

This international collaboration illuminates the ways in which art, despite turbulent times, global borders, professions and personalities, unites us all and lights the path for us to live together in peace, by embracing the diversity that makes each one of us unique.”

I can’t think of a better thing to embrace today. So please check out the full video, seen below. 

Makena Tate Visits Section 36 Music!

Section 36 Music has another visitor! Makena Tate is a talented singer fresh off her latest EP, "Better". I was thrilled that she was willing to visit with us and discuss her music, future goals, and more. I’m sure you’ll enjoy everything she has to say.

So, let's see what happens when Makena Tate visits Section 36 Music!

I absolutely adore your recent EP, “Better”. What can you tell me about it?

"Better" is a collection of my favorite songs from the past year. It contains the most vulnerable writing I've ever done and lyrically, the most advanced. Lyrics are of the utmost importance to me, and I feel as though these songs really represent and showcase that thoughtful, intentional side of me and my artistry. These songs are a way for me to put my feelings into words and to me, represent the strength that lies in vulnerability. 

What was your favorite part of the recording process?

My favorite part of the recording process would have to be working with my producer, Chris Cassriel. He's great to work with and to be around, and I love that he keeps me excited about music. I feel heard and validated by him, which is incredibly important when working with someone in close quarters all of the time. I'm not afraid to tell him I don't like something and vice versa. I also loved getting to work with drummer, Ross Hodgkinson. He played on the first 3 tracks of my EP, and he really helped me and Chris find a direction for Next To You. I saw him play with one of my favorite artists, Del Water Gap, and DM'ed him after the show to extend my praise. We ended up talking, I found out he went to Berklee, and I asked him if he would be interested in playing on some songs. He was! It was easy to work with him, and we had a great time diving into different grooves to see what worked best. 

You are currently attending Berklee College of Music. What’s the biggest thing Berklee has done for your career?

Yes! Berklee is an interesting place to be-- being surrounded by the best musicians in the world makes you question your own abilities, but once you view other's success as motivation, that's when you're going to work harder than ever. The biggest thing Berklee has done for me is connected me with these wonderful musicians who are just as passionate- if not more so- about music as me. I'm also taking Music Business 101 with Chris Wares right now which is one of the most helpful classes I've taken. We talk a lot about social media marketing, artist branding, and having a release schedule for your music, which are topics I never thought about until this class. I'm learning how to manage myself as an artist, which is a powerful tool to have in my toolkit. 

Who or what would you consider your biggest musical influences?

My biggest musical influence is, without a doubt, my mentor Kate Wallace. She spent quite a few years in Nashville, and practically everything I know about songwriting is because of her. I started taking guitar lessons with her when I was nine years old which quickly morphed into songwriting lessons. Coming into Berklee with that background gave me a lot of confidence, which I'm not sure I would have succeeded thus far without. Kate introduced me to writers like Joni Mitchell and Eva Cassidy at a young age, but I also have a lot more modern influences like Phoebe Bridgers, Lizzy McAlpine, Julia Michaels, and Holly Humberstone. I listen to a lot of Del Water Gap and The Neighbourhood too, so I'm sure those also play a part in how I write.

What would you say is your biggest career challenge?

My biggest career challenge is probably keeping up with the ever-changing, ever-evolving music industry. Right now, as we've seen in the last couple of years, social media has played a huge role in kick starting artists' careers. My music business teacher, Chris, calls it "playing the lottery." He encourages us to post and be active, but also to look beyond social media. I have a hard time balancing content creation, schoolwork, and living life by the values I have. It's really easy to let one of those three things slip through the cracks, so staying present while also working hard has been a challenge for me. I never want to be seen as just a "TikTok Artist," which is another reason why I have a rocky relationship with social media. I hope that my music can transcend platforms and trends, and I am able to become an artist that is around for a long time as opposed to a moment in time. 

What are your immediate career goals?

I set a lot of goals for myself. I think it's necessary in order to stay focused and always feel like I'm working towards something. An immediate goal of mine is to play the Santa Barbara Bowl (my hometown venue), as an opening act over summer this year. Another goal of mine is to go on tour as a supporting act for an artist like Ella Jane or Alix Page in winter 2023/spring 2024. Obviously these are big aspirations for an artist who is really still finding her footing, but I want to set my sights high so it encourages me to keep working hard! Having this EP release under my belt has given me a lot of confidence in myself and my abilities, and I hope that audiences can connect with these songs just as much as I did when writing them. 

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I agree. It's good to have goals!

As always, I want to thank Makena for visiting with us, and for sending along the pictures to accompany the interview.

I'm sure you’ll all want to follow along with her to see what she's up to. I would definitely follow her on Instagram, and/or Spotify. In fact, go do both right now! And be sure to visit her website so you know everything she has going on.

Thanks again Makena, and good luck reaching your goals!