The Daily Shuffle: July 2020 (ARI) by The Daily Shuffle

THE DAILY SHUFFLE JULY 2020

ARI

contents 05. carly rose 09. corey harper 11. sam valentine 13. gabby barrett 23. ari 33. matthew solomon 35. skyler cocco

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July Playlist DYING 4 YOUR LOVE snoh aalegra CHEW ON MY HEART james bay LOVE ME LAND zara larsson USE YOU awa LONG RUN deacon & nina nesbitt SUN WILL FIND YOU gabrielle current SOME DAYS rhys lewis MAKE YOU DANCE meghan trainor

letter from the editor Hey readers, I’m so excited to share our newest issue with you! We’ve hit a major milestone and, thanks to all of you, are celebrating our twoyear anniversary! I can’t even begin to explain the gratitude I have for all of you who take the time to read through TDS every month. Whether you’re here for the interviews or the round-up of our current favorites, you are very much appreciated! To commemorate the anniversary, we’ve got two bad-ass women gracing our cover. It was such a treat to be able to talk to ARI and Gabby Barrett about their music, life in quarantine, and so much more. Check out their cover stories to read all about it! I also wanted to give a major shout-out to everyone who supported last month’s issue by purchasing a physical copy. 100% of sales were donated and split evenly amongst Black Lives Matter Global Network, ACLU & The Bail Project - thank you all so much for being so generous! Let’s keep the momentum going! In this issue, you’ll find our top picks for this month’s must-watch movies/shows and must-hear albums. Let us know what you’re excited about! As always, feel free to let us know who you’d love to see featured next! XOXO

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carly rose

If Carly Rose isn’t already on your radar, it’s time to change that. We caught up with the talented songstress to chat about her debut EP, finding her sound and more! words by VANESSA SALLES photo by LAINEY CONANT

Tell us about your upcoming debut EP! How long has it been in the works? In a way, I feel like this EP has been in the works since I started my writing/recording career at around 14. In the 7 years from then to now, I’ve evolved both personally and artistically; it would be foolish to think all that time did not contribute to what the Wild EP is. The more technical answer is that I’ve been working on this project for about a year. I am so excited to release it because it is the next step on my sonic journey that will be a stepping stone into the full length album. These songs are the most authentic to me of all the music I have released thus far. I’m letting myself lean into my alternative rock influences more heavily on this EP... something to expect for the album!

all that time was really just a huge masterclass in songwriting. I was finally ready to apply it to the music I wanted to make and that’s when I met my current team. Soon enough, the sound that you’ll hear on this EP and everything after began to develop.

How would you describe your evolution as an artist and finding your sound? It’s been quite the journey. I first started in writing/recording sessions at about 14 and at that time, I didn’t really have a voice (in the studio or in my music). I was just so overwhelmed by the experience of being in the studio for the first time, and being surrounded by all these high profile songwriters and producers, that I just let them take me where they felt it made sense. As you can probably imagine, that lane was super pop-driven. This era was definitely extremely valuable though; it taught so much about the process of songwriting that I had no idea at the time. It wasn’t until about 4 years later when I realized that

How would you describe your creative process? Well, thank God for the “Notes” and “Voice Memo” app. Inspiration really comes wherever and whenever so I just have tons and tons of concepts, titles, song starts, melodies, etc. in my phone that I either flesh out on my own or bring into a session if I feel like a particular producer would be able to crush it. I write all my own music, sometimes with the help of one other trusted songwriter, but I am very specific about what I want to say and how I say it so I almost always come into sessions with some ideas started. I am also very specific with how everything is produced.

Is there a track off the EP that means the most to you? What’s the story behind it? It’s tough because each song on this EP tackles some pretty heavy topics so they all hit me pretty hard. ‘twentyone’ is my anthem for all the heroes we have lost way too young. It was largely inspired after losing Juice Wrld and Lil Peep to drug-related deaths, who both did not make it to 21. It is a commentary on the lifestyle of excess that has claimed the lives of so many of our idols.

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When it comes to stage presence, which artist(s) are you inspired by? Stevie Nicks is everything to me. Everything she does is just cool and effortless and iconic and mysterious. In more recent years, King Princess has been killing it. I saw her at Coachella last year and was just blown away by how commanding she was onstage. During these times of quarantine, how have you been keeping busy? It’s honestly been a really great time for me to refocus prior to the next few releases. I have made a concerted effort to engage more with fans on my socials which his is not something that comes easily to me! It’s definitely been a step out of my comfort zone to be sharing more of myself on these platforms but it’s also very been very fun to explore them! Any special message to fans? To the OG fans, thanks for still being here. I made you wait a really long time to really hear me/get to know me but I really think it’ll be worth the wait. To people just tuning in, thanks for being a part of this. Now my job is to keep you all here.

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corey harper

With a newly released EP, Corey Harper has proven himself to be a force to be reckoned with. We talked to the singer about his inspirations, quarantine life, and more! words by VANESSA SALLES photo by JARRETT JUAREZ

Tell us about your new EP, Overcast! How long was it in the works and what does it mean to you to finally be releasing it? I wrote and recorded everything in 3 weeks back home in Oregon with Lubben, a really close friend of mine and someone I’ve been writing music with for a while now. We spent those weeks on his property just outside of Portland in the countryside developing the music through conversations about life and everything in between. The songs carry a lot of depth in them and are the most personal and honest songs I have ever written. It was also the first time I was really hands on with the production and that’s something I’ve always wanted to do, especially with my own music. It’s so great to have this music finally be heard. Is there a track off the EP that means the most to you? What’s the story behind it? All of them collectively mean so much to me in different ways, but if I had to choose the most personal, it would be “25.” My longest and dearest friend Sebastian took his life a few years ago, and I wrote the song about my last experiences with him and the feelings of getting older and not wanting to move on without him. How would you describe your creative process? My process for this EP was a lot different from my prior releases... This was the first time I got to go somewhere and just write and be free, creatively. Most of my other songs are made up from many different writers and producers I have worked with compiled into one project. When I got to Portland, the first thing we did was go to my favorite music store and get a bunch of instruments I wanted to be on the record. The first 10 days were just song writing, and in between that, spending time with Dave’s family and going

through life with them. Dave has such a beautiful family and a son my age, so it was really refreshing to get close with him and connect through the time I had there. The rest of the time was us experimenting with production and everything else sonically. Writing about your life, have you had any moments where you felt something was too personal to share with the world? Pretty much every song I write haha. It’s hard to unpack exactly how I’m feeling in my songs, but I write personally because I know that it will reach someone that needs to hear it, and if my life can bring healing to other people, it makes me heal as well... but when you’re in the moment of writing and you have to say those thoughts, you always hear in your head out loud, it’s extremely difficult and often times painful. Writing “25” was a lot like that, but I always knew I needed to write it. Which song(s) are you most excited to start performing live? At this point in 2020, the things I would do just for people to come listen to me tune a guitar on stage would shock many... but i would have to say “Entertainment,” because it’s definitely the biggest song on the record and I’ve imagined the way I’m going to play it so many times once the time is right to have shows again. During these times of quarantine, how have you been keeping busy? Netflix, Xbox, cleaning my pool, growing new grass, playing with my dogs, learning German, and writing music! Any special message to fans? Can’t wait to see you all at a show soon and thank you for the support and streaming Overcast.

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sam valentine

We caught up with rising actress Sam Valentine to get the inside scoop on her latest project, what’s to come, and so much more! words by VANESSA SALLES photo by THE RIKER BROTHERS

Tell us about your new movie, Followed! Followed is a modern day found-footage horror movie based on the supposed haunted Cecil Hotel in Downtown LA. What makes the movie truly relevant is that Followed integrates the world of social media. The main characters are the small crew of YouTuber “Drop The Mike” (played my Matthew Soloman). I play Danni, one of the team of 4 staying at the hotel. Danni was especially fun for me because she is a “behind the scenes” kind of girl, she’s very level headed and low maintenance. which makes me a really good middle man in the room. You’ve also been on “Ryan Hansen Solves Crimes” and “AP Bio.” How were those experiences different than the one for this film? It was very different! Those were large budget TV shows, so the pace they move at is much slower than an indie film. They were also both comedies so the tone of the acting was really a different vibe. For Followed, since it was a low budget independent movie, we had to really be on our game. We shot the whole film in two weeks, so there was not much room for error or having an “off” day. Luckily, the cast and crew had such a great team mentality, we managed to do a lot with a little. What are some of your career goals? I would love to work with Blum House (since my horror background has gotten so big!). I would also love to work on a steaming show like Netflix or Hulu with a female director. That is a dream I haven’t experienced yet. Who are your biggest inspirations? I am very lucky to have an extremely support-

ive base at home. My parents always pushed me to do what I wanted but to be damn good at whatever that was. And my fiancé, Caleb, has shown me the definition of hard work and passion. He also taught me how love and empathy can give you way more than any job ever could. I am so grateful to have him by my side. In terms of acting inspiration, I am constantly inspired by the guests I bring on my podcast. They all have so much to tell and give so much to me and my listeners, I want to be as helpful to others as these actors and industry pros have been to me. Greatest challenge that you’ve had to face as an actor? Getting seen. You would not imagine how many AMAZING actors I have met in my time in LA. The amount of talent in my Friday acting class alone could run a seven season show. But because Hollywood thrives on names and credits, the catch-22 of it all makes it almost impossible to have what they used to call “a breakout role”. It’s such a long game to success, you have to push to be seen or heard. Besides acting, what are you passionate about? I am a rescue dog obsessed woman. I now have three but would have three hundred if we didn’t live in a condo, haha! I have also spent a lot of time recently learning about Black Lives Matter and facilitating conversations about race and equality in our media. I am really proud to have had the opportunity to go to several marches in the past few months and stand with such a strong group of humans. I have so much to learn, I think this will be an on-going process of education and speaking up.

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gabby barrett words by VANESSA SALLES photos by ROBBY KLEIN & TAYLOR KELLY

The best way to describe record-setting powerhouse vocalist Gabby Barrett? A force to be reckoned with. The Idol alum, who just released her debut album GOLDMINE, is continuing to break glass ceilings with genre-bending releases and collaborations. We talked to the singer about her creative process, married life, fan love and so much more! --Take us back to the beginning! When did you know that music was what you wanted to do with your life? I started singing when I was 9 years old, and I played my first show when I was 11. I know it sounds cliché, but as soon as I started entertaining and playing in front of an audience (even if it was in a grocery store where there were more fruits and veggies than people), I knew right away that this was option A, B & C! Let’s talk about your debut album, GOLDMINE! How long has the album been in the works for you and what does it mean to you to have finally released it? GOLDMINE has been in the works for over two years now, which is just crazy to think about. We started working on this album while I was still on the American Idol tour, so the amount of life that has happened over the course of this record – falling in love and getting married, growing in my faith, signing a record deal, touring, moving to Nashville

– I think all that change is really reflected in the album, along with who I am as a person and an artist. Any memorable behind-the-scenes moments from writing/recording the album that you can share with us? There have been so many amazing memories that went into making this collection – writing with the incredible group of people that helped create these songs, my first time in the studio with my producers, Ross Copperman and Zach Kale, etc. I think a big memory that sticks out is the whole process of writing and releasing “I Hope” – it has just surpassed every one of my wildest dreams. How would you best describe your creative process? Where do you find the inspiration to create? Creatively, I am a big melody girl – I care a lot about the way a song sounds and how I’m going to sing it, so I think that plays a big part in my creative process. I love to get into the room with other writers and producers and build a song collaboratively, so I think collaboration is a huge part of my creative process as well. I do my best when I have someone else to talk over an idea with and riff off of. Is there a track on the album that you resonate with the most? What’s the story behind it?

I love the song “Got Me” feat. Shane & Shane – it’s a Christian/gospel song, which you don’t typically see on a Country album. It was really important to me to include it because my faith is central to who I am and who I want to continue to become. I also co-wrote it with my collaborator Shane Barnard from Shane & Shane, Zach Kale, Bryan Fowler and my husband Cade, so the whole song is special for more reasons than one! The album features collabs with Shane & Shane and Charlie Puth – how was it working with them? It was so fun to work with Shane & Shane and Charlie – if you would’ve told me before we started the process of putting the record together that we would end up with ONE of them, let alone both on it, I would’ve told you you’re crazy. I grew up listening to both Shane & Shane and Charlie, just loving their music, so it was a total pinch-me moment to work with both of them and include them on GOLDMINE. Which song(s) from the album are you most excited to start performing live? I love singing “Footprints On The Moon” – I was so excited for people to hear that song, and singing it live is so fun! I also love the title track “Goldmine” – it is a real rocker, which I love performance-wise.

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Take us back to your time on Idol – in what way has that experience shaped you as an artist? As an artist, I would say that Idol just reenforced what I had already learned in the 6 years prior performing, which is that the harder you work and the more you dedicate yourself to your craft, the more doors will start to open for you. There is never anything wrong with working hard, and Idol was a perfect place to take everything I had worked hard to learn and showcase it. I also met my husband on the show, which has shaped the rest of my life so that was a really great bonus! The show also introduced you to your now-husband; how’s married life been? Haha, yes! It was like American Idol and The Bachelor in one! Married life is the best – he is my best friend and my true partner in life and leads me and our family so well every single day. I can’t imagine my life without him, and I feel so blessed to be his wife. Having built such a loyal fan base, how would you describe your relationship with your fans? My fans are amazing. They are some of the most supportive, loyal people and have been with me through so many different stages of my life now! Getting to see

them and perform for them has always been a huge part of what I love about being an artist, so I am so grateful that they support me in this platform and this career. Working in such a demanding field, what are some of your self-care habits so that you’re able to keep your mental health in check? I read my Bible and have quiet prayer time with Lord, refocusing my mind, always on what is most important. Though 2020 has been a rocky year, what’s been the biggest lesson you’ve learned so far? Something that has really stuck with me is the idea that before we return back to “normal,” we should all evaluate what parts of our normal we want to bring with us. Just taking the time to reflect on the most important things – faith, family, friends – and trying to keep that at the center of everything I do. Any special message to fans? THANK YOU – you are such a huge part of why I get to do what I do, and your support means the world to me. Thank you for helping to make my dreams come true, and I hope we can get back on the road safely soon so we can all celebrate and sing together again.

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ari words by VANESSA SALLES photos by NICOLE DAVIS styling by NICK SAUER

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With a sound and style that’s uniquely her own, ARI deserves a slot at the top of all your favorite playlists. Set to release her debut EP, IDIOTGRL, in August, the Canadian singer-songwriter opened up to us about her musical inspirations, the importance of self-care, and so much more. Get to know the songstress below: Take us back to the beginning! What can you tell us about the moment you decided to make music your career? For as long as I can remember, I knew that I wanted to pursue music. I just didn’t think it would be something that I could turn into a career. Growing up, music always stayed in this box of just being a dream. I think the moment I thought it could be a reality was after high school when I decided to take a chance on myself. I dedicated my time fully to music instead of going to school. Slowly but surely, throughout that first year, I was able to connect and work with some amazing people in the industry and continue to do so today. Growing up, which artists were you inspired by? I was never someone that was inspired by specific artists; I just loved music as a whole. I didn’t necessarily care who was singing or what genre it was, as long as I connected with the music. I can safely say, however, that I did go through the natural preteen stages of loving Justin Bieber in 2008 and absolutely head-banging to “Our Song” by Taylor Swift!

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How would you describe your musical journey and how you found your voice as an artist? A lot of trial and error. I grew up listening to everything, which means I grew up kind of singing everything. It was hard for me to hone in on one genre and it just took me trying different styles to figure out exactly what I wanted my “sound” to be. As an artist, it’s interesting deciding what you want to put out into the world, not just genre-wise. One thing I always wanted to get across in my music was raw honesty, and that’s something I hope to keep throughout my whole musical journey. Talk to us about your EP, IDIOTGRL! How long has the EP been in the works and what does it mean to you to finally be releasing it? I’ve been working on it since the start of 2020, right at the beginning of January. This is my first ever EP, so it’s pretty much my baby. More than that though, IDIOTGRL is basically a compilation of me – how I came to be, how I grew up, the things I went through that shaped me into taking on this Idiot Grl persona. It’s a very personal piece, so releasing it will be both terrifying and exhilarating. Is there a track that means the most to you? What’s the story behind it?

Definitely the title track “IDIOTGRL”. It is quite literally the story of my childhood in the most unfiltered sense. I wrote this song with my co-writer Rachel and when I told her what I wanted the song to be about, she said to just start talking. She wrote down every bit that I told her. From there, we put full sentences of my stories into the song and kept it like that. Almost no revisions, I wanted it to be super conversational. That song is so special because it’s the 100% real story of me. How would you describe your creative process? Usually how I previously mentioned! I’ve been lucky enough to find people that I work amazingly with and understand me and my vision. I get in a room with a producer and usually a co-writer and start from scratch. My favorite way to work and write is to have a conversation about the topic or concept I’ve come up with, and write down all the ideas that come out of that discussion. I find it’s a lot more of an authentic way to get the real message out into the actual song. When it comes to stage presence, which artist(s) are you inspired by? I feel like I say this like a broken record but 100% Halsey! Her stage presence and creative direction is absolutely phenomenal. I have yet to perform for a

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live audience, but when I do, I can only hope that I’ll be able to figure out my stage presence and charisma the way that she has. What’s something about yourself that fans might be surprised to learn? I used to be a star athlete, especially in track and field. I trained and competed with a track club and was quite good. I haven’t been back on a track since high school though. A part of me really does want to get back into it, I just need to do it! You often use your social platforms as a way to spread awareness to important matters – how important is that to you? I think it’s definitely important, whether you have 1 million followers or one, to spread awareness about the things that you are passionate about. When I am truly passionate about something, I can’t really stay silent, nor do I think I should. I think it’s important to give a voice, especially to those who have lost theirs, and to spread awareness about important issues, even if it makes you feel uncomfortable. With a growing social following, what’s the best way for fans to get your attention online? Honestly, I feel like genuine interaction is the best way! I genuinely love talking to the people that support me and follow me. None of what I do would be possible without them. I love getting to know the

people that make my dream come true. I know that may sound cheesy, but it’s the truth. Working in such a chaotic field, what are some of your self-care habits to help keep your mental health in check? The biggest thing I’ve learned, especially given everything that’s going on in the world, is that it’s more than OK, and in my opinion necessary, to give yourself a break once every once in a while. The way things are on social media can be quite hectic and overbearing at times. Sometimes, it really is important to just physically put your phone down and spend the day doing things that make you happy. What would you say has been the biggest lesson you’ve learned in 2020? To be patient with yourself. Especially as a new artist. There’s a lot of groundwork and growing that needs to be done, and it could take weeks or months or years. Something I had to tell myself was that I needed to be patient with the process of becoming the artist that I am on my way to becoming, and it’s OK that I’m not “perfect”. I’m someone that grew up quite hard on myself, so I’ve always strived for perfection. With that said, I’m also the first person to tell myself that nothing is perfect. So, it’s just learning to trust that I am growing and doing all the right things to become the person and artist that I know I can be.

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matthew solomon

Looking for a new horror film to watch during quarantine? We 10/10 recommend Followed! We talked to Matthew Solomon about behind the scenes moments, what drew him in, and more! words by VANESSA SALLES photo by MACKENZIE BREEDEN

Tell us about Followed! What drew you to the film and made you want to be involved? I was fresh out of college and looking for work with no agent. I self-submitted to a horror film that said it was heavy on improv and based on the famous mystery of the Hotel Cecil, a story I learned about in real time and was FASCINATED with. Who knew that self-submitting for a project would land me my first theatrical release? What can you tell us about your role? What can viewers expect from him? Mike is a narcissistic video blogger who visits haunting sighting around Los Angeles. The opportunity to play an irreverent, somewhat satirical version of a social media influencer was too good to pass up. What I loved about playing this role is you really don’t start off on his side, you’re almost hoping some classic horror film scares get thrown his way. But as the movie continues, you see he’s a big softie. Any memorable behind-the-scenes moments from filming that you can share with us? Shooting a horror movie is so fun because you expect it to be scary, and at times it is, but it’s mostly hilarious. Watching other people shoot a chase scene is like watching the three stooges. The actors pass by screaming, then the cameraman, then the sound guy bouncing along with tons of equipment, then the director and producer run by staring at a monitor. Are you typically a fan of the horror genre? I’m easily spooked. Part of why I was happy to be working on our script is because it’s not strictly horror, it’s also very psychological. I love love love a good psychological thriller. Watching Rosemary’s Baby as a teenager was a turning point for me. And how can you not absolutely love a movie like Get Out? How would you describe the vibe on set? What’s the biggest lesson you learned while on set? I got so lucky with the cast, we were all such good

friends. Sam Valentine (who played Danni) and Kelsey Griswold (who played my fiancee, Jess) are two people that I would throw myself at the opportunity to work with again. It was a small crew and there was a sense that we were all really happy to be there, it made the experience so fun. The biggest lesson was trust that you know what you’re doing. This was my first feature film, one of my first jobs after graduating, and I was on camera for all but 10 pages of the script. I didn’t have time to overthink or get insecure, and I try to take that same focus with me to every job now. When you think about your ultimate dream role, what comes to mind? The list goes on. Don Draper feels like a cliched answer, but what a role. I am very interested in playing more queer roles as I go forward too, I seem to get cast as the affable straight boyfriend lately. The same way Insecure centers around the experience of young black women, I’d love to see a show that focuses on young, diverse, queer people figuring their lives out. Specifically centering around the queer experience, not just the gay-cis-male experience. So I guess... give me a gay Don Draper. During these times of quarantine, how have you been keeping busy? I moved into my own apartment truly just weeks before quarantine. So for one, I’ve been using the time to live out my interior design fantasy. Tons of quality family time via facetime, writing, social distance drinks with friends on my stoop. Oh! And protesting/supporting activism organizations for the Black Lives Matter movement. Any special message to fans/viewers? Our country is absolutely nuts right now, it can be hard to keep your head above water. Remember to breathe, do things that are good for your body, and keep fighting the good fight! And when you need a break, hit the drive-in and see our movie, Followed, or check it out when streaming options are available. I promise it won’t disappoint. THE DAILY SHUFFLE 34

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With a voice and style that’s uniquely her own, Skyler Cocco is about to become your new favorite. We caught up with the rising singer about her latest single, what’s to come and more! words by VANESSA SALLES photo by BAO NGO

Tell us about your new song, “Run Away” – what’s the story behind it? “Run Away” is about letting go of the fear of falling in love with someone new after having your heart broken a few times. There’s a fear of being vulnerable with someone and a lot of doubt that weighs on you when you’ve been let down so many times, so I wanted to articulate that feeling of apprehension and the voice in your head saying “is this really happening?” while you let that barrier break and finally give in. Any memorable moments writing/recording the track? When I started writing the song, I had the guitar line looped and wrote down a bunch of sentences that sounded like an inner dialogue of someone who is about to kiss someone for the first time. One of them ended up being the second line in the chorus “lean in, I want to kiss you.” I ended up focusing on writing the song from the perspective of that voice in your head and the song pretty much wrote itself at that point. What inspired the concept for the music video? While I was writing, I jotted down scenes I was envisioning at the bottom of the page. I wanted to show the “spark” moments like slow dancing and lying on the floor together, just being in each other’s arms. I remember telling a few friends that I wanted to be “kissing through the glass” to symbolize the imaginary walls we put up when we’re vulnerable. On paper, it’s hard to imagine what that looks like but when we shot the scene, it made perfect sense and I couldn’t be happier with how it turned out visually. How would you describe your creative process?

I typically start songs with the production first. Once I have a bassline and a drum groove, the songs start flowing. I tend to also have melody and lyric ideas floating through my mind throughout the day and will voicenote them. When it comes to stage presence, which artist(s) are you inspired by? My favorite performances as an audience member are the ones where I feel entirely in the moment with the music and the artist/ band. It feels like an intimate experience recreating your music in front of people while the audience responds with dancing or crying or just getting lost in the moment with you. I look up to bands/artists I’ve seen over the years who have done that for me like Silversun Pickups, Tame Impala and Mitski. During these times of quarantine, how have you been keeping busy? At the beginning, I definitely felt like I had a cloud over my head, but eventually got back into a more productive routine. I wrote half the songs that will be on my EP for this fall and finished up some collaborations with a few EDM producers. During June, I took a breather from music and focused more on activism. I attended protests for Black Lives Matter including the Brooklyn Liberation for black trans lives, and I came out publicly as bisexual/pansexual during Pride month. I also started running, and actually enjoyed running thanks to podcasts. I am evolving. Any special message to fans? I love every single set of ears that will listen to my music. Thank you for being along for the ride and I hope that “Run Away” makes you feel something real and uplifts you. Stay tuned for my EP this fall, it’s my most honest work and I’m so excited for it. Keep fighting for what you believe in and take care. THE DAILY SHUFFLE 36

JULY 2020

What to watch

Stateless, Netflix, 7/8

Cursed, Netflix, 7/17

The Umbrella Academy (season 2), Netflix, 7/31

What to listen to

Legends Never Die - JUICE WRLD 7/10

Brightest Blue - Ellie Goulding 7/17

Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s How Rumors Get Started Margo Price 7/10

TDS IS ALSO AVAILABLE IN PRINT!

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