By: Lisa Steinberg
Q) How would you describe your sound?
A) My sound is organic, full of life, juicy and chaotic
Q) Who are some of your musical influences?
A) Chavela Vargas, Arca, Eartheater, clipping.
Q) Your latest EP SUPERVIVENXIA is a banger! There are songs in Spanish, French and English. Why was it so important for you to explore music in the variety of languages that you speak?
A) I have a very organic way to work with music and my body. I speak often all these languages, so it’s quite natural they appears on my music.
Q) How does the title for the EP play into the themes you explore on it?
A) I worked around the notion of refuge/shelter. The past years have been intense in my personal life but also as humanity. I needed to build and create this EP in my room, alone, the majority of the process.
Q) What is your song writing process? Do you need music before you can create lyrics?
A) It depends. Sometimes it is just a hook and then a beat. Sometime the opposite. It is more or less coming at the same time.
Q) How much of a hand do you have in the production of your music?
A) For this last EP, it was the first time I composed and produced songs all alone. I really needed to gain confidence in myself as a musician. I was quite afraid at the beginning to do it, but in the end it was one of the most beautiful ride I ever experienced. It’s like jumping in cold water! I loved it! And I really enjoy also working with other composers and producers. There are so many ways to do music – it’s amazing!
Q) Is there a particular track(s) on the EP that holds a special place in your heart and if so, why?
A) “Olor a fogata” I feel I’ve open a new door with this track. A new world full of love, nostalgia and harmonies. It feels nice.
Q) What songs off your EP have you really been enjoying performing live?
A) “Knock Down.” There is a lot of humor in it and I love it. Also, it gives me a lot of energy.
Q) What do you hope listeners take away from listening to SUPERVIVENXIA as a whole – either as a message or emotion?
A) I hope they feel alive. With a big range of sensations and emotions.
Q) You were touring in Canada recently! What can fans expect from a live Baby Volcano performance?
A) You have to come. It is an experience. You will never be the same anymore. [laughs]
Q) You have performed at over 100 concerts, including major festivals. Where are some of your favorite places to perform and what makes those locations so significant to you?
A) I still don’t believe I am able to do so many concerts. I am so grateful. Every place is unique. I both love when I feel at « home » with an audience and when I feel I have to win their attention. I love to be challenged.
Q) Who would you most like to collaborate with on a song in the future?
A) Oh my god, there is so many people. I prefer not to tell, then I’m scared it will not happen if I say it out loud. Weird? Yep.
Q) What artist/musician are you currently listening to and why do you dig them?
A) Recently I was simultaneously into Rusowsky, Amore, Odezenne, Oklou, Agnes Obel…. And so many others. [laughs] For me, they all have this very whole artistic proposal and I love it.
Q) What would you like to say to everyone who is a fan and supporter of you and your work?
A) Thank you I love you let’s meet dance and be alive together. I live in the middle of nowhere in Switzerland. If you are my people, don’t hesitate to manifest yourself. I’m looking for you.