Alex Hoskyns Visits Section 36 Music!

Section 36 Music has another visitor! Alex Hoskyns recently released her debut single, "Secondhand Love", that you need to listen to as soon as possible. I was thrilled she wanted to visit with us to discuss the single, her musical goals, and more!

So, let's see what happens when Alex Hoskyns visits Section 36 Music!

I absolutely love your recent single. “Secondhand Love”. What can you tell me about it?

Secondhand love was the first song I wrote in college. I was essentially starting over making friends, and I was thinking about the types of relationships I wanted to build, and the mistakes I made in the past.  It is a piece that combines my love of folk and cinematic instrumentation, reflecting on the feeling of being someone’s second choice/last priority, and feeling like you are constantly compromising by accepting that.

What was your favorite part of the recording process?

The song was produced by Carlee Morales, and we recorded in Valencia, Spain. Both of us were only just starting to learn the ropes of working in the studio, and it was just super fun spending all the time in the studio experimenting with different samples and ideas. I feel like it is just as much Carlee’s song as it is mine, and I loved seeing how her ideas really brought my lyrics to life. 

What do you enjoy most about performing on stage in front of an audience?

I am a very shy person, and I think a lot of people don’t expect me to have the voice or presence that I have. It sometimes feels like I’m Clark Kent, and I get it show my true self on stage. I find it like just seeing the surprised reactions of people, but also showing them that people can be a lot more/different than you expect. 

Who or what would you consider your biggest musical influences?

I am inspired by big voices, like Ray Charles, Nina Simone and Tower of Power. However, compositionally I take a lot of inspiration from João Gilberto, Adele, and Gregory Alan Isakov. It is definitely an interesting mix that I’m still trying to navigate.   

What is the most challenging part of your music career?

For me, it has been choosing what things to focus on and when. Performing was my first love, but while in school I really networked and studied the film and tv composer path. Its hard to juggle wanting both those things, since both really require you to be “all in” in terms of time, and focus. I also feel like I have two different sounds. I write a lot of folk music, but when I perform I also do a lot of funk, blues. In my head those are two very different things, and I’m still trying to find out how to combine those into one project that feels cohesive. 

What are your immediate music goals?

I’m headed to Valencia Spain to pursue a Masters in performance and production. I really wanna try the artist thing, potentially going to the UK and really just writing and performing as much as I possibly can. I always say yes to any opportunity and hope that’ll take me to the next one. 

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That sounds like a great plan to me

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

I'm sure you’ll all want to follow her and see what she has going on. I would follow her on Instagram, and Spotify to make sure you don't miss a thing. 

Thanks, Alex, and good luck reaching your goals!

New Music From Elle Sera, Olivia Cloud, Alex Hoskyns, Julia Kate, Alexis Bleu, Chiara diGrazia, Tiffani M, Whitney Doucet

"True Colors" - by Elle Sera 

Release Date: May 30, 2025

What You Should Know: "There’s something timeless about this song. I’ve carried it in my heart for years. This cover of True Colors has been more divine guidance and a precious space for me to share my voice with your heart. "

Find It: Apple or Spotify

Her Spotify Playlist Inclusions: "It's 2025 in Section 36", "Stabbed by Foulke", "Cover the Bases", "It's Christmas in Section 36", "Women Going Places, from Section 36"

Previously on Section 36: "Elle Sera Visits Section 36 Music!", More Elle Sera

"Anthem of a Dying Girl" - by Olivia Cloud 

Release Date: May 23, 2025

What You Should Know: "this song is very near and dear to my heart. it’s about all the things I wouldn’t get to have if i lost my battle to cancer a couple years ago."

Find It: Apple or Spotify

"Secondhand Love" - by Alex Hoskyns 

Release Date: May 2, 2025

What You Should Know: "Secondhand Love” is a piece that combines my love of folk and cinematic instrumentation, reflecting on the feeling of being someone’s second choice, and feeling like you are constantly compromising by accepting that. "

Find It: Apple or Spotify

"Something We'll Figure Out" - by Julia Kate

Release Date: May 30, 2025

What You Should Know: You won't want to miss this outstanding addition to Julia Kate's discography. 

Find It: Everywhere, like Apple or Spotify

Her Spotify Playlist Inclusions: "It's 2025 in Section 36!", "What 2024 Sounds Like From Section 36", "Women Going Places, from Section 36"

Previously on Section 36: "Julia Kate Visits Section 36 Music!"

"Lavish" - by Alexis Bleu

Release Date - May 28, 2025

What You Should Know: "I'm excited to have gotten to make this song and experiment with the pop genre! I hope this song can get you to dance, or at least nod your head a little."

Find It: Everywhere, like  Apple or Spotify

Her Spotify Playlist Inclusions: "Swing and a Pop Up!", "It's 2025 in Section 36", "What 2024 Sounds Like From Section 36", "Women Going Places, from Section 36"

Previously on Section 36: "Alexis Bleu Visits Section 36 Music!"

"Lie Awake" - by Chiara diGrazia

Release Date - May 30, 2025

What You Should Know: This is Chiara's second single, and you absolutely need to stream both of them now.

Find It: Everywhere, like  Apple or Spotify

Her Spotify Playlist Inclusions: "Swing and a Pop Up!", "It's 2025 in Section 36", "Women Going Places, from Section 36"

Previously on Section 36: "Chiara diGrazia Visits Section 36 Music!"

"Let It Out" - by Tiffani Md 

Release Date: May 28, 2025

What You Should Know: "This one’s for those who’ve felt the pressure since age 5, grinding through school, chasing college, chasing jobs, only to realize the cycle never ends. If you’re starting to question it all… if you’re searching for something real, something that actually makes you feel alive — this song is for you. So cry. Scream. Dance. Let It Out with me ❤️"

Find It: Apple or Spotify

"Cowboys" - by Whitney Doucet

Release Date: May 29, 2025

What You Should Know: Made specifically for your Summer ‘25 playlist! Blast it loud — in your car, on the boat, at the lake, or beach!

Find It: Everywhere, like Spotify and Apple

Spotify Playlist Inclusions: "It's 2025 in Section 36!", "What 2024 Sounds Like From Section 36", "Women Going Places, from Section 36"

Previously on Section 36: "Whitney Doucet Visits Section 36 Music!"