Why Music?

This week's artist is a songwriter and producer based out of Ireland. Working with all kinds of artists and performing with various bands, he has had quite the experience with honing his craft. Writing his own fusion of R&B, pop, and jazz, there’s no telling where he will go next. 

Drew's Links:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7g719mkA8sV9Ml1SqZyh39?si=sxiOyj6MSaySqqTjQPzPlg

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drewhallll/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hidrewhall

Website: https://andrewjohalloran.wixsite.com/hallrecords

This week's artist is a Nashville creative with a passion for blending genres of all kinds. Taking influence from all kinds of music, including R&B and emo, you never know what to expect from him. Already releasing new music in 2023, but he’s only just getting started. 

J.M's links:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5GvjrdAM72LUmN0vvRFYCa?si=TMf7iGZrSrmQMUivYGdWKg

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jmmakesmusic/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jmmakesmusic 

This next artist is a singer-songwriter based out of Charleston, South Carolina. Kicking off her artist journey just four years ago, she’s already got multiple releases to show for it. At the young age of 21, she is only on her way up to great heights and even greater songs. 

Macy's Links:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2nAZZVaEHoeh8JKOFz8RDc?si=FaHNTPBkSCi-fpakrd57PQ

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/macyrcrawford/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@macyrcrawford

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MacyCrawford 

This week's artist is a pop artist and producer who’s taken her journey from Virginia up to Brooklyn. Striving to create sonic dreamscapes and challenge music as we know it, she is taking the industry by storm one day at a time. With inspirations like Grimes and Lorde, she’s a true force to be reckoned with.

Kate's Links:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1vV2HAeSNkp97JK2tPpEoN?si=9z1lWuGkQ62dc8e-0d_LGw

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katebrunotts/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@katebrunotts

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This week's artist is an indie rock powerhouse that has been on the receiving end of quite a few awards and nominations. Delivering both epic anthems and acoustic ballads, there’s something for everyone. This Vermont native is far from finished when it comes to writing music for the world to hear. 

Ships Have Sailed's Links:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7BOUZbv8ByYBgqxK2T6nyD?si=Q8cr3g0GTrKHyYFlCvgUBg

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shipshavesailed/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shipshavesailed

Website: https://www.shipshavesailed.com

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In this episode, we sat down with Boston-based singer/songwriter Jay Alan. Writing music in a self-defined genre of 'dream pop', Jay is breaking into the industry full-force. Originally from the midwest, he tells us all about his songwriting inspirations, the impact of the Nashville/storytelling approach, and ultimately what keeps him driving towards the next track. 

Jay's Links:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/34eH4GyeqQiYobL6coyBW3?si=0s4oxnCoR0SBEYFeB2LDTg

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejayalan/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thejayalan

Website: jayalanmusic.com

Welcome to S2 of the Why Music Podcast! 

We are kicking off the New Year with an interview with Jade Melody, singer/songwriter and audio engineer currently based in Nashville. Combining elements of jazz, pop, and folk, Jade tells the stories of not only her own life but the ones she observes as well. Taking on a new perspective in both song structure and inspiration, she's someone worth checking out. 

Jade's Links:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7Evy0eWzqwZh3e2PWssOaq?si=RWkm832cTauXIqzoO6LuoQ

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aukiyabu/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jjademelody

Website: https://jademelody.squarespace.com/

This week we chatted with Macizm, a NC rapper and artist with a passion for creating music for the mind, body, and soul. In this episode we discuss his variety of musical style, his biggest inspirations, and where his journey is headed next. 

Macizm's Links:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7HcLv9zXecnTbWgjj1HDS5?si=MXo-y5ozRa6JWjIARP2U6Q

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mac.izm/

Website: https://www.macizm.com

This week we sat down with rocker MØNTE. Born and raised in NJ, she got her start fronting bands like Killing Monte and Garden State. In this episode, we dive into the story behind the genre-non-conforming artist and how she finds her greatest songs come out of her "delusion". Listen for the full story.

MØNTE's Links:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1tRAPJwHeAVeFLK1p5TIkY?si=Jhd6HbFsRUKB6XgrigMoBA

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamm0nte/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@iamm0nte

Website: https://iamm0nte.wixsite.com/m0nte