Heather Brave, a New York singer-songwriter, is exactly what the music industry needs right now. Inspired by her experiences and destined to tell a story through her lyrics, Brave is relatable, interesting and completely original. After given the chance to interview her, it became evident to me that she wants nothing more than to make music and share her work with her loyal fans. Brave's genuine and humble personality combined with her incredible musical talent is the perfect recipe for success in a competitive industry.
Q: "Can you tell me a little bit about how your career started?
A: "Yes, of course! I know it sounds crazy, but I was first on a stage at the age of about three or four. I sang "Doe a Deer" and my parents were way more nervous than I was. I actually got on the stage and was really chill. I thought I was Dorothy from the Wizard of Oz."
Q: "In terms of other musical work, when did you truly start performing?"
A: "I did musical theater in New York. When I was in middle school, I wanted to write my own songs. I still love doing covers, but I was always enchanted by the idea of telling my own stories. When I was 11, I knew I wanted to do music. It felt natural to me. Music overwhelms every day in a very natural fluid way."
Q: "What other artists inspire you and why?"
A: "I would definitely say Regina Spektor and Ingrid Michaelson. Their sound is different than pop. I like the way those artists tell their stories and how unique they are."
Q: "What has been one of the biggest hardships you have had to overcome so far?"
A: "I would definitely say starting so young in the industry. A lot of people just saw me as an opportunity and because of that, my voice was compromised. I have learned to be open to people's wisdom, but I still make my own choices."
Q: "What are you currently working on in terms of music?"
A: "I'm rehearsing with my band a lot and working on having my EP out by the end of this (coming) summer. It's really about claiming control and being the boss of my own life. There are more personal tracks about my relationship with myself on there too."
Q: "What are some fun facts about you?"
A: "I live in New York and it's the best place ever. I'm a vegan and I'm obsessed with avocado rolls."
Q: "If you could only listen to three artists for the rest of your life, who would they be and why?"
A: "Probably Regina Spektor because I grew up listening to all of her albums and saw her perform live. Then, I'd have to say Paramore because they have evolved unbelievably. This is a hard question. For the last artist, I would say Michael Buble because I think it's humanly impossible to get sick of his voice. Also, (because) I would need something to listen to during Christmas time."
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