This week on Songwriter Connection, we sit down with Nashville-based alt-acoustic artist Nicole Alexis (N/A), a true one-woman force in modern DIY music.

Fresh off the release of her debut EP Mirrors and Smoke, Nicole opens up about the journey from performing stripped-down covers online to finally turning the lens inward and telling her own stories—raw, honest, and unapologetically real. With standout tracks like “Don’t Tell Me To Breathe” and “Just A Friend,” the EP showcases her gift for blending vulnerable songwriting with an alternative edge.

Nicole shares how she built a massive following from the ground up, creating looped, acoustic-driven covers that caught fire across social media, and how that momentum gave her the confidence to step into her own artistry. We also talk about her fully hands-on approach—writing, producing, and engineering every release herself—and what it means to stay fiercely independent in today’s music landscape.

From playing Vans Warped Tour’s Unplugged Stage to having her music featured in major brand launches, Nicole is carving her own lane with grit, vision, and authenticity.

Plus, she performs live and gives us a deeper look into the stories behind the songs on Mirrors and Smoke.

If you’re a fan of honest songwriting, DIY spirit, and artists who aren’t afraid to bet on themselves, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

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