Bringin' it Backwards

We had the pleasure of interviewing Louis Knight over Zoom video. Singer/Songwriter Louis Knight is ready to heat up the charts with his new heartfelt single "Burn This All Down." The single was released along with a must-watch fiery music video. "Burn This All Down" details Louis' personal journey over the past couple of years, taking a step back from his love of music during the height of the pandemic due to the difficulty of the industry highs and lows. After feeling lost and consumed by fear, Louis was able to find his niche sound and rebuild himself from the ground up as the one-of-a-kind artist he was truly meant to be. The new song marks the first page of Louis' next chapter of music: an emotionally charged 6-track EP to be released later this year. The British-born, Philadelphia-raised, and currently LA-based music artist began his musical journey as a Top 7 finalist on Season 18 of ABC's American Idol. After wowing the judges each week with his gut-wrenching vocals and lyrical storytelling capabilities, Louis was brought back as a Comeback Contestant for Season 19 where he made it to the Top 12. Upon leaving the show, Louis released his debut original single "Change" – which amassed over 1-Million streams across all music platforms. His passion and talent led him to work with music industry icons including 6x Grammy-winning mix engineer Michael Brauer (Coldplay/John Mayer), as well as talented music producer Matt Weber. Having an eclectic range of influences including Lewis Capaldi, Niall Horan, James Arthur, Dean Lewis, and Tom Grennan; Louis brings a unique and authentic sound while writing music that speaks to the universal longings of hope and perseverance. We want to hear from you! Please email Tera@BringinitBackwards.com. www.BringinitBackwards.com #podcast #interview #bringinbackpod #LouisKnight #BurnThisAllDown #AmericanIdol #Season18 #ABCAmericanIdol #Top7 #AI #NewMusic #zoom Listen & Subscribe to BiB https://www.bringinitbackwards.com/follow/ Follow our podcast on Instagram and Twitter! https://www.facebook.com/groups/bringinbackpod Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bringin-it-backwards--4972373/support. https://bringinitbackwards.com/

We had the pleasure of interviewing Sammy Arriaga over Zoom video. Cuban Country singer Sammy Arriaga recently sold over $250,000 worth of his first music NFTs, and he is empowering independent artists to build their music careers on their own without the approval and dependence of a music label. "The time for the Independent artist is now. I don't care if any label out there doesn't think you have 'star quality.' No one should ever do this with the mentality of being signed or becoming famous," stated the Miami-born singer. "Artist friends: We have no excuses now. We have all the assets we need to make this happen. Get to work, quit bitchin' and share your art. You could be sitting on a goldmine and you don't even know it. Thanks to the power of web3, we're going to be able to amplify the music experience by bringing back the old school 'Fan Club' and sprinkling the future on it." Make sure to pre-save Sammy Arriaga's new song, "Chevy Bel Air" We want to hear from you! Please email Tera@BringinitBackwards.com. www.BringinitBackwards.com #podcast #interview #bringinbackpod #SammyArriaga #NFT #ChevyBelAir #Web3 #NewMusic #zoom Listen & Subscribe to BiB https://www.bringinitbackwards.com/follow/ Follow our podcast on Instagram and Twitter! https://www.facebook.com/groups/bringinbackpod Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bringin-it-backwards--4972373/support. https://bringinitbackwards.com/

We had the pleasure of interviewing Elise Hayes over Zoom video. Elise Hayes combines infectious pop and R&B melodies with heartfelt and meaningful subject matter. She first sparked attention by having many songs featured on TV shows, such as ABC's "Grey's Anatomy," The CW's "Charmed," MTV's "Siesta Key," and more. The gifted singer-songwriter has further written songs for other prominent artists (Lucie Silvas, Jill Andrews) and has toured the country as a professional keyboard player and background singer (Carly Pearce). ‍ No stranger to the stage, Elise Hayes has been performing since the age of 12. She attended the esteemed Berklee College of Music, and soon after graduating, relocated to Nashville to pursue a career as an artist and a songwriter. "My journey in the music industry has been quite eclectic. I've accomplished many things that I'm incredibly proud of, and a lot of that has to do with the many hats I've been able to wear. Wether it's been producing, touring, or recording, I've really diversified myself as a musician which reaches back to my artistry in a really beautiful way. I feel more empowered as an artist because of the skills I've picked up along the way." ‍ Having garnered critical acclaim, airplay on SiriusXM, major Spotify playlist placements, and features on national television with her previous singles "Giving Up," "Float," and "Breathe," Elise is ready to pick up where she left off with the release of her self-produced EP, "Human Heart", coming out in May. We want to hear from you! Please email Tera@BringinitBackwards.com. www.BringinitBackwards.com #podcast #interview #bringinbackpod #EliseHayes #humanheart #NewMusic #zoom Listen & Subscribe to BiB https://www.bringinitbackwards.com/follow/ Follow our podcast on Instagram and Twitter! https://www.facebook.com/groups/bringinbackpod Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bringin-it-backwards--4972373/support. https://bringinitbackwards.com/

We had the pleasure of interviewing Ethan Jewell over Zoom video. Ethan Jewell's raw and emotional poetry is guaranteed to pull at your heartstrings. At only 19 years old, Ethan is pioneering his way through a new genre, which he likes to call "Musical Poetry". With elegant, carefully chosen words that blend perfectly with the delicate sound of his piano, Ethan aims to ignite intense emotion in anyone who dares to listen. Ethan is still new to all of this- releasing his first songs only months after starting his Tiktok account in late 2019, he found inspiration to create in the people who took the time to listen and connect. Hardly two months after he began posting on the platform, his song "Bouquet" went viral- with the original video boasting 5 million+ views and the track at 4 million streams on Spotify and counting. A passionate advocate for mental health awareness, Ethan has worked to create a space for others to share and understand their emotions- even when it's difficult to do so. "I simply want people to understand that they must feel their feelings, no matter how uncomfortable that may be" Ethan is super excited to share his new single,"Why Am I Not Better". Here's what he had to say about it: "When I began making music several years ago, I also began my journey of mental health recovery. The difficult part about recovery is that it is often hard to see the progress you've made. I found myself asking, over and over again, "Why am I not better?". After dealing with this frustration for months, I finally decided to turn it into art and create this song". We want to hear from you! Please email Tera@BringinitBackwards.com. www.BringinitBackwards.com #podcast #interview #bringinbackpod #EthanJewell #WhyAmINotBetter #Bouquet #NewMusic #zoom Listen & Subscribe to BiB https://www.bringinitbackwards.com/follow/ Follow our podcast on Instagram and Twitter! https://www.facebook.com/groups/bringinbackpod Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bringin-it-backwards--4972373/support. https://bringinitbackwards.com/

We had the pleasure of interviewing Quarters Of Change over Zoom video. Buzzy rock quartet Quarters Of Change release their new single + video "Chloe". The catchy track features crooning vocals and an infectious guitar riff, complete with a tangible energy that demands listeners undivided attention. The cinematic visual showcases the group's undeniable stage presence. Previous single "T Love" further showcased the group's relatability, capturing the feeling of falling in love with a person who is just out of reach. With the streets of New York City as the backdrop, Quarters of Change took fans on a journey through their hometown. "T Love" came off the back of "Jaded", the band's first release off of their forthcoming album, out this Spring. The track quickly went viral on TikTok, leading to a 200% increase in daily streams. As another exciting piece of the Quarters Of Change story, the band's original song "Mr. Wallace", was recently used as the end title to all 6 episodes of Race: Bubba Wallace, out now on Netflix. About Quarters of Change: Quarters of Change is the Lower-East-Side quartet leading the charge on New York City's rock resurgence, and redefining what it means to be a rock star. Composed of Ben Acker, Attila Anrather, Jasper Harris, and Ben Roter, Quarters of Change started in 2017 as a high school cover band, performing iconic rock songs of the 90s and 00s. It wasn't until their junior year that they began writing original material, pulling influence from groups like The Strokes and Rage Against The Machine, and creating their own original sound. Within a year, the band had signed a deal with Elektra Music Group/300 Entertainment, released streaming favorites like "Kiwi," and played sold out shows at renown venues like Bowery Ballroom and Webster Hall. Now, armed with a record deal and an undeniable slew of songs, Quarters of Change is poised to be alternative rock's next big thing. Keep an eye out for their self-written debut LP, Into The Rift, with contributions from legendary producer Tom Lord-Alge, coming Spring 2022. We want to hear from you! Please email Tera@BringinitBackwards.com. www.BringinitBackwards.com #podcast #interview #bringinbackpod #QuartersOfChange #IntoTheRift #Chloe #NewMusic #zoom Listen & Subscribe to BiB https://www.bringinitbackwards.com/follow/ Follow our podcast on Instagram and Twitter! https://www.facebook.com/groups/bringinbackpod Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bringin-it-backwards--4972373/support. https://bringinitbackwards.com/

We had the pleasure of interviewing POESY over Zoom video. Canadian Billboard charting goth-pop meets whimsical alt rock artist POESY. Entitled "Still Breathing", the song is the first single off of her forthcoming full length. While the first half of the album touches on a lot of life's anxieties as we move through trauma, "Still Breathing" realizes the power in forging ahead after a challenging time. Paired with punk-rock guitars and a soaring chorus, POESY procroclaims: "cause you're nothing, and I'm still breathing." POESY has received acclaim from Billboard, Nylon, Ones to Watch and was chosen to write the original anthem for the Canadian Games 2022. POESY is the solo project of classically trained singer, songwriter and pianist, Sarah Botelho. She was discovered after she appeared on the first season of hit Canadian music competition show, THE LAUNCH. Her incredible breakout performance propelled POESY to new heights yet unseen, landing her a major label deal with Big Machine Records and an opportunity to collaborate with esteemed composer and producer Stephan Moccio (Celine Dione, Avril Lavigne) on her debut single 'Soldier of Love' . This release charted in the Billboard Top 40 and was followed by a four-track long EP entitled Glass Box Confessional. Her singles "Body Language" and "Strange Little Girl" debuted in the Top 20 at Rock Radio. Classically trained in both singing and piano from the tender age of 4, the musical world has become POESY's playground, having had vast experience in musical theatre, numerous rock bands and even operatic singing. By pairing inspiration from her favourite novels with an air of vulnerability from her own experiences, POESY unleashes her signature siren sound, filled with big drums & bittersweet melodies. POESY has had the recent honour to write and record an original anthem for Canada Games 2022, which she will perform at the opening and closing ceremonies this summer. Her most recent project - her debut LP I Exist - was made in collaboration with UK producer Stephen Lipson (Annie Lennox, Billie Eilish) and explores themes of betrayal and the journey back to one's truest self. Her live show is a choir girl gone rogue – with her whimsical outfits and charming storytelling, she commands your attention and pulls you headfirst into every song. We want to hear from you! Please email Tera@BringinitBackwards.com. www.BringinitBackwards.com #podcast #interview #bringinbackpod #POESY #StillBreathing #NewMusic #zoom Listen & Subscribe to BiB https://www.bringinitbackwards.com/follow/ Follow our podcast on Instagram and Twitter! https://www.facebook.com/groups/bringinbackpod Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bringin-it-backwards--4972373/support. https://bringinitbackwards.com/

We had the pleasure of interviewing Bailey Tomkinson over Zoom video. St. Ives-based singer and songwriter Bailey Tomkinson recently released her highly-anticipated EP Califonia Fire. Returning with the warming track "Deja Vu". The woozy americana-toned single effuses elegance with its charming instrumentation and softly sung lyricism reared deep from Bailey's evocative emotions. Unravelling a melancholic, almost lullaby-like chorus, "Deja Vu" gifts us with a hazy concoction of shimmering guitars, soothing drums and gentle harmonies - a combination of pure bliss. Mixed by John Cornfield (Oasis, Muse) and produced by Gareth Young (Sugababes), "Deja Vu" shares the impressive strength of Bailey's heartfelt songwriting whilst also showcasing an artist confident in her musicality. First making headlines in 2020 when she beat both Dua Lipa and The Pussycat Dolls to the #1 spot on the iTunes video charts despite being an unsigned artist, Bailey has since been featured in The Daily Mail, The Times, Cornwall Live, The Financial Times, The Independent, BBC Radio 4 and more for her 2021 single "Bright Red". Criticising a local hotel for the destruction of coastal headland for G7 meeting space - something which recently saw an appeal work in her favour - Bailey's passion for the environment and protecting her homeland resonated with those who backed her single to reach #1 in the iTunes singer/songwriter charts. Bailey has already announced that she'll be playing a variety of festivals this summer including The Great Escape, Wilderness, Spring Classic, Rock Oyster and Altitude. Bailey's forthcoming EP California Fire is out now. We want to hear from you! Please email Tera@BringinitBackwards.com. www.BringinitBackwards.com #podcast #interview #bringinbackpod #BaileyTomkinson #californiafire #NewMusic #zoom Listen & Subscribe to BiB https://www.bringinitbackwards.com/follow/ Follow our podcast on Instagram and Twitter! https://www.facebook.com/groups/bringinbackpod Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bringin-it-backwards--4972373/support. https://bringinitbackwards.com/

We had the pleasure of interviewing Cory Singer over Zoom video! New Jersey native, singer-songwriter Cory Singer, recenlty released a new music video for the song, "Break of Dawn". Cory Singer has become a social media & TikTok sensation as an autism advocate, coining the phrase "Let's Normalize Autism". With over 404k followers and 13 million likes (TikTok) and full verification across Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, Cory promotes positivity by inspiring others with his unique brand, music, and personal experiences having autism himself. His latest single "Break of Dawn" takes his fans from his lonely heartbreak of not having someone to love and accept him (Someone) to his current status of finding the right "one." Some of Cory's accomplishments include BRAVO TV's singing competition "The Kandi Factory," winning the grand prize (single and music video release). Multi Grammy Award winner Kandi Burruss penned Cory's winning song "I Can Do Anything." Cory was nominated for Best Vocal Performance in 2013 for his role in Tony Award winner Joe DiPietro's The Last Romance in Broadway World Magazine. He also received a 2011 NJ Perry Award Nomination for his role in "Seussical The Musical" (The Mayor). Additionally, he is on the board of directors for the I Am Able Foundation and an ambassador for Sound Mind Network. We want to hear from you! Please email Tera@BringinitBackwards.com. www.BringinitBackwards.com #podcast #interview #bringinbackpod #CorySinger #Autism #AutismAwareness #ICanSoAnything #BreakOfDawn #NewMusic #zoom Listen & Subscribe to BiB https://www.bringinitbackwards.com/follow/ Follow our podcast on Instagram and Twitter! https://www.facebook.com/groups/bringinbackpod Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bringin-it-backwards--4972373/support. https://bringinitbackwards.com/

We had the pleasure of interviewing XYLØ over Zoom video. XYLØ's long-awaited debut album unamerican beauty is out now. Track 1, the title track of the album which is accompanied by a captivating music video, ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pRCU4ErcQ7s ) , is a perfect introduction to the overall theme of the album—the many highs and lows of living the so-called "American Dream". XYLØ sings over the haunting dark pop instrumentation "we got the dreamers disease / And this feeling is lethal / Nowhere I'd rather be / A sunny place for shady people." It's dripping with clever satire, as are other standout tracks on the album, such as "red hot winter" and "starfucker". Another track that is sure to be a fan favorite is the last one on the album, "driving". The pulsing ballady beat and wistful, velvety vocals are reminiscent of some of XYLØ's older releases, and the song embodies a feeling that many of us can relate to—the comfort of going for a directionless drive and letting the radio blare, drowning out the noise in your head. XYLØ sings "this seat belt is the closest I've felt to real arms around me" and "I think I'll keep this car forever, the stereo sounds so fucking good." XYLØ Co-written and produced by long-time collaborator Lee Newell, the album follows singles "red hot winter", "sugar free rush", "sweetheart" and "aliens". The music video for "sweetheart" premiered on Rolling Stone (along with the album release date announcement), while the David Lynch-esque music video for the album's lead single "aliens" had fans incredibly excited for the rest of the album rollout. XYLØ also posted a cryptic album teaser before any music released, setting the stage for the debut album. XYLØ's fans have been after the album for years, and the wait has finally come to an end. They've been rewarded for their patience and dedication with a jam-packed album release month full of surprises. Born and raised in the suburban outskirts of Los Angeles, XYLØ aka Paige Duddy found breakthrough success with brooding debut EP America in 2015, featuring viral hit "Afterlife". Following a string of sold out one-off headline shows, a platinum record with The Chainsmokers and over 350 million streams on Spotify alone, XYLØ has been described by Nylon Magazine as the "queen of dark pop". Before finishing her first headline tour in 2019 with sold out shows across the US and UK, XYLØ launched her own indie label Pretty Records where she has since released four successful EPs, pretty sad (2019), yes & no (2019), The Ganglands Of My Heart (2020) and OUTSIDERS CLUB (2020). Now all focus is on the long-awaited debut album unamerican beauty. With her unapologetic lyric-driven songs covering themes of loneliness, self-discovery and feeling like an outsider, XYLØ has cultivated a loyal fanbase around the world. Paige grew up in a large musical family. Her grandfather was a jazz drummer and percussionist who was a huge influence on her interest in music. She started writing and recording music with her brother and in 2015 they released their first song, "America", which led to them signing with Sony's Disruptor Records. After a couple years as a duo they decided to split. Paige continued solo as XYLØ and began releasing music independently. Said Paige "My career started from 0 again and suddenly for the first time in my career I was able to make my own decisions." Long-time co-writer Lee Newell (former frontman of the bands Viva Brother and Lovelife) has continued to work on the project as co-writer and producer We want to hear from you! Please email Tera@BringinitBackwards.com. www.BringinitBackwards.com #podcast #interview #bringinbackpod #XYLØ #unamericanbeauty #NewMusic #zoom Listen & Subscribe to BiB https://www.bringinitbackwards.com/follow/ Follow our podcast on Instagram and Twitter! https://www.facebook.com/groups/bringinbackpod Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bringin-it-backwards--4972373/support. https://bringinitbackwards.com/

We had the pleasure of interviewing Dida Pelled over Zoom video. Brooklyn-based, Native Tel-Avivian, Dida Pelled, is widely regarded as the greatest jazz guitarist this side of the Mississippi. Pelled's ambitions took shape as a child, when, entranced by bebop, she sequestered herself from the world and resolved to master guitar, later earning a spot in the Israeli Army band before training at the New School on a scholarship to study jazz. She quickly made a name for herself in the New York jazz scene, recording with Jazz masters like Roy Hargrove and Gregory Hutchinson and touring the world. As her jazz star rose, Pelled felt a pull toward classic American songwriting, shifting her direction and redefining her voice. Love Of The Tiger, Pelled's upcoming album, is the product of a jazz prodigy gone rogue. The record was recorded both in isolation at her home and at Eli Crews' studio in upstate NY, alongside engineer Phil Weinrobe (Adrianne Lanker, Damien Rice), Guy Paz on drums and Andrew Forman on additional guitar. Love Of The Tiger is a love letter to the obscure, weaving across genres, twisting and turning with Pelled's ever-expanding range of musical abilities and interests. We want to hear from you! Please email Tera@BringinitBackwards.com. www.BringinitBackwards.com #podcast #interview #bringinbackpod #DidaPelled #LoveOfTheTiger #lgbtq #LGBTQ+ #NewMusic #zoom Listen & Subscribe to BiB https://www.bringinitbackwards.com/follow/ Follow our podcast on Instagram and Twitter! https://www.facebook.com/groups/bringinbackpod Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bringin-it-backwards--4972373/support. https://bringinitbackwards.com/