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Jonatha Brooke on Creative Freedom and Life in Music
Episode Summary:
In this episode of Backstage Sonoma, host Steven Roby interviews acclaimed singer-songwriter Jonatha Brooke about her creative journey, the evolution of her music, and the fearless reinvention that defines her career.
Known for blending folk, rock, and pop with poignant, literate lyrics, Jonatha shares insights into her songwriting process, the challenges of navigating the music industry, and the inspiration behind her latest projects. With wit and honesty, she reflects on the power of vulnerability in her art and how she's embraced change over the years to keep her music fresh and relevant.
Key Takeaways:
Sound Bites:
· "The inspiration was unearthing some songs that maybe had not gotten very much attention when they first came out." – On the Sweetwater Sessions album.
· "I have a lot that has been pent up... I'm so excited to get back to writing Jonatha songs." – About her upcoming 2025 album.
· "I want my voice and my guitar... to be really at the center of it. Anything else has to really earn its keep." – On her new, more intimate recording approach.
· "I started it with the first line, 'I spent all the money,' because I was raised in a very religious family and loved the story of the prodigal son." – On writing Prodigal Daughter.
· "It's the journey of this young girl who figures out how to save the day... and it's all on the shoulders of this 12-year-old girl." – On her song I'll Try.
· "We're gonna need each other. We're gonna need love, kindness, consideration, humor, and beautiful music." – On what fans can expect at her live shows.
Links:
Suggested Hashtags: #JonathaBrooke #BackstageSonoma #Songwriting #MusicReinvention #SingerSongwriter #IndependentArtist #Storytelling #PodcastInterview
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Episode Summary:
In this episode of Backstage Sonoma, host Steven Roby interviews acclaimed singer-songwriter Jonatha Brooke about her creative journey, the evolution of her music, and the fearless reinvention that defines her career.
Known for blending folk, rock, and pop with poignant, literate lyrics, Jonatha shares insights into her songwriting process, the challenges of navigating the music industry, and the inspiration behind her latest projects. With wit and honesty, she reflects on the power of vulnerability in her art and how she's embraced change over the years to keep her music fresh and relevant.
Key Takeaways:
Sound Bites:
· "The inspiration was unearthing some songs that maybe had not gotten very much attention when they first came out." – On the Sweetwater Sessions album.
· "I have a lot that has been pent up... I'm so excited to get back to writing Jonatha songs." – About her upcoming 2025 album.
· "I want my voice and my guitar... to be really at the center of it. Anything else has to really earn its keep." – On her new, more intimate recording approach.
· "I started it with the first line, 'I spent all the money,' because I was raised in a very religious family and loved the story of the prodigal son." – On writing Prodigal Daughter.
· "It's the journey of this young girl who figures out how to save the day... and it's all on the shoulders of this 12-year-old girl." – On her song I'll Try.
· "We're gonna need each other. We're gonna need love, kindness, consideration, humor, and beautiful music." – On what fans can expect at her live shows.
Links:
Suggested Hashtags: #JonathaBrooke #BackstageSonoma #Songwriting #MusicReinvention #SingerSongwriter #IndependentArtist #Storytelling #PodcastInterview