She is known for breaking with conformity and pushing emotional boundaries in her songs. Lucy Rose, her guitar and her backpack toured Ecuador, Peru, Chile, Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay, Brazil and Mexico, playing free shows, staying with fans and falling back in love with making music.
Termed one of indie music's breakout stars and a name to watch out for in the global music scene.
As part of the 'Lucy Rose India Cinema Tour 2017' she performed in Bengaluru at The Humming Tree recently, enthralling the audience with her melodious and meaningful originals. The singer-songwriter spoke to Rajitha Menon on the sidelines of the event.
When did you fall in love with music?
I was in my school orchestra and that was my first tryst with music. I think I fell in love with the process of creating music when I first bought a guitar though this liking took a serious turn only with the release of my last album.
How do you select themes for your songs?
They have to be personal and should mean something to me. My albums are a process of self-discovery and I bare my heart in my works.
Why is travelling an intrinsic part of your musical journey?
It is very important for many reasons. People in some countries have told me 'We would love to listen to you in person but you obviously won't come so far'. They thought they weren't important enough for any musician to come till there and that made me sad. I wanted to change that and this was one of the main reasons why I travelled.
Any memorable incidents during these travels?
Many. People tell me their most personal stories and even though I can't divulge them, it makes one realise that everyone is going through their own struggles. And in all these countries, you always meet that one person who feels the same way as you, who thinks the same way as you. It amazes me.
Tell us something about your new album 'Somethings Changing'.
It is musically a more accurate work of mine. My earlier albums came out to be very pop and indie but this is more folk and country. When I met my fans during my travels, they asked me to play slower songs and that's when I realised what people wanted from me.
Thoughts about India?
It is a fascinating place. When I came here, I had a bit of a culture shock but now, during my second visit, I am learning a lot more about the place. Like how complex the society is and how different the cities are. Mumbai, Delhi and Bengaluru seem like different countries. I am intrigued and amazed by this place. And I am in love with the people.
Three things about you that no one knows...
I am extremely superstitious. I keep looking at the numbers of the clock and so on at different times of the day. Secondly when I am having good food, I make appreciative sounds which can be somewhat loud. Thirdly, my thumbs are of different sizes. One thumb is half of the other and that's plain weird.![]( "in transit : Lucy Rose")
She is known for breaking with conformity and pushing emotional boundaries in her songs. Lucy Rose, her guitar and her backpack toured Ecuador, Peru, Chile, Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay, Brazil and Mexico, playing free shows, staying with fans and falling back in love with making music.
Termed one of indie music’s breakout stars and a name to watch out for in the global music scene.
As part of the 'Lucy Rose India Cinema Tour 2017’ she performed in Bengaluru at The Humming Tree recently, enthralling the audience with her melodious and meaningful originals. The singer-songwriter spoke to Rajitha Menon on the sidelines of the event.
When did you fall in love with music?
I was in my school orchestra and that was my first tryst with music. I think I fell in love with the process of creating music when I first bought a guitar though this liking took a serious turn only with the release of my last album.
How do you select themes for your songs?
They have to be personal and should mean something to me. My albums are a process of self-discovery and I bare my heart in my works.
Why is travelling an intrinsic part of your musical journey?
It is very important for many reasons. People in some countries have told me 'We would love to listen to you in person but you obviously won’t come so far’. They thought they weren’t important enough for any musician to come till there and that made me sad. I wanted to change that and this was one of the main reasons why I travelled.
Any memorable incidents during these travels?
Many. People tell me their most personal stories and even though I can’t divulge them, it makes one realise that everyone is going through their own struggles. And in all these countries, you always meet that one person who feels the same way as you, who thinks the same way as you. It amazes me.
Tell us something about your new album 'Somethings Changing’.
It is musically a more accurate work of mine. My earlier albums came out to be very pop and indie but this is more folk and country. When I met my fans during my travels, they asked me to play slower songs and that’s when I realised what people wanted from me.
Thoughts about India?
It is a fascinating place. When I came here, I had a bit of a culture shock but now, during my second visit, I am learning a lot more about the place. Like how complex the society is and how different the cities are. Mumbai, Delhi and Bengaluru seem like different countries. I am intrigued and amazed by this place. And I am in love with the people.
Three things about you that no one knows...
I am extremely superstitious. I keep looking at the numbers of the clock and so on at different times of the day. Secondly when I am having good food, I make appreciative sounds which can be somewhat loud. Thirdly, my thumbs are of different sizes. One thumb is half of the other and that’s plain weird.
Termed one of indie music's breakout stars and a name to watch out for in the global music scene.
As part of the 'Lucy Rose India Cinema Tour 2017' she performed in Bengaluru at The Humming Tree recently, enthralling the audience with her melodious and meaningful originals. The singer-songwriter spoke to Rajitha Menon on the sidelines of the event.
When did you fall in love with music?
I was in my school orchestra and that was my first tryst with music. I think I fell in love with the process of creating music when I first bought a guitar though this liking took a serious turn only with the release of my last album.
How do you select themes for your songs?
They have to be personal and should mean something to me. My albums are a process of self-discovery and I bare my heart in my works.
Why is travelling an intrinsic part of your musical journey?
It is very important for many reasons. People in some countries have told me 'We would love to listen to you in person but you obviously won't come so far'. They thought they weren't important enough for any musician to come till there and that made me sad. I wanted to change that and this was one of the main reasons why I travelled.
Any memorable incidents during these travels?
Many. People tell me their most personal stories and even though I can't divulge them, it makes one realise that everyone is going through their own struggles. And in all these countries, you always meet that one person who feels the same way as you, who thinks the same way as you. It amazes me.
Tell us something about your new album 'Somethings Changing'.
It is musically a more accurate work of mine. My earlier albums came out to be very pop and indie but this is more folk and country. When I met my fans during my travels, they asked me to play slower songs and that's when I realised what people wanted from me.
Thoughts about India?
It is a fascinating place. When I came here, I had a bit of a culture shock but now, during my second visit, I am learning a lot more about the place. Like how complex the society is and how different the cities are. Mumbai, Delhi and Bengaluru seem like different countries. I am intrigued and amazed by this place. And I am in love with the people.
Three things about you that no one knows...
I am extremely superstitious. I keep looking at the numbers of the clock and so on at different times of the day. Secondly when I am having good food, I make appreciative sounds which can be somewhat loud. Thirdly, my thumbs are of different sizes. One thumb is half of the other and that's plain weird.
She is known for breaking with conformity and pushing emotional boundaries in her songs. Lucy Rose, her guitar and her backpack toured Ecuador, Peru, Chile, Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay, Brazil and Mexico, playing free shows, staying with fans and falling back in love with making music. Termed one of indie music’s breakout stars and a name to watch out for in the global music scene.
As part of the 'Lucy Rose India Cinema Tour 2017’ she performed in Bengaluru at The Humming Tree recently, enthralling the audience with her melodious and meaningful originals. The singer-songwriter spoke to Rajitha Menon on the sidelines of the event.
When did you fall in love with music?
I was in my school orchestra and that was my first tryst with music. I think I fell in love with the process of creating music when I first bought a guitar though this liking took a serious turn only with the release of my last album.
How do you select themes for your songs?
They have to be personal and should mean something to me. My albums are a process of self-discovery and I bare my heart in my works.
Why is travelling an intrinsic part of your musical journey?
It is very important for many reasons. People in some countries have told me 'We would love to listen to you in person but you obviously won’t come so far’. They thought they weren’t important enough for any musician to come till there and that made me sad. I wanted to change that and this was one of the main reasons why I travelled.
Any memorable incidents during these travels?
Many. People tell me their most personal stories and even though I can’t divulge them, it makes one realise that everyone is going through their own struggles. And in all these countries, you always meet that one person who feels the same way as you, who thinks the same way as you. It amazes me.
Tell us something about your new album 'Somethings Changing’.
It is musically a more accurate work of mine. My earlier albums came out to be very pop and indie but this is more folk and country. When I met my fans during my travels, they asked me to play slower songs and that’s when I realised what people wanted from me.
Thoughts about India?
It is a fascinating place. When I came here, I had a bit of a culture shock but now, during my second visit, I am learning a lot more about the place. Like how complex the society is and how different the cities are. Mumbai, Delhi and Bengaluru seem like different countries. I am intrigued and amazed by this place. And I am in love with the people.
Three things about you that no one knows...
I am extremely superstitious. I keep looking at the numbers of the clock and so on at different times of the day. Secondly when I am having good food, I make appreciative sounds which can be somewhat loud. Thirdly, my thumbs are of different sizes. One thumb is half of the other and that’s plain weird.