DYLYN – Something To Lose

By starrymag | July 30, 2020

By: Jamie Steinberg

 

 

Q) How would you describe your sound?

A) My sound is best described as Lana Del Rey getting bitten by a vampire – who happens to be Ozzy Osbourne.

Q) Who are some of your musical influences?

A) I grew up listening to The Beach Boys for the first five to six years of my life. I eventually discovered the beautiful sounds of Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd and anything 60s, 70s. Probably born in the wrong era. [smiles]

Q) Last year you traveled to LA and Vancouver. How did working with various producers influence you as an artist?

A) Working with Colin Munroe was an amazing experience – we know each other very well and he’s a big reason why “Sauvignon and a Kimono” was born. I remember when we first started, he suggested pulling images and songs that resonated with me – before writing anything on the record. I loved this method and continued doing this prior to these records – making sure my visuals and sounds aligned. I thank him for putting me on the path to finding my true sound. When I went to Vancouver, I worked with Ryan Guldemond – the musical similarities were practically identical and we ended up writing a song in fifteen minutes our first session. I remember going back to my Airbnb with this surge of energy that I hadn’t felt in a long time. I didn’t sleep that night – listened to the demo on repeat. We ended up writing a few more together and my true rock and roll roots finally get to see the light. I am so excited for what’s to come.

Q) Talk about the story behind your new song “Something To Lose.”

A) “Something To Lose” is about feeling broken and unable to fully connect or love again. Entering a new romance with the fear of bringing that darkness and pain to the table. Opening up again and screwing it all up. Truth be told, I did fuck it all up. [smiles]

Q) What do you think it is about the song that fans connect to?

A) My hope is that people will resonate with the words and connect to something raw and honest in their life. There’s nothing better than listening to a song and it snaps you back to a part or moment in your life – you teleport to that place of either sadness, joy, anger…That’s the magic.

Q) How does the video for the track play into the message behind it?

A) I really wanted the video to showcase lovers’ connection – with one person doubting themselves. There is a tinge of sadness while they interact – a fear of destruction. The devil is a symbol of the negative mind, the thoughts that occur – the worry, the fear, the darkness.

Q) What is your song writing process? Do you need music before you can create lyrics?

A) I’ve always been one to write from a true and honest place, either something I’m going through or something I haven’t addressed from the past. I find it’s best to write from true and raw emotions. I believe melodies are the first to arrive. I usually record little voice notes, feel what chords sound best underneath and then the production begins. If it sounds good stripped down on a guitar and vocal, there’s probably some magic there.

Q) How much of hand do you have in the production of your music?

A) The more writing and working with producers, the more experience and confidence has developed. I definitely like being a part of the production, I enjoy finding cool and interesting sounds to add to the story. I like seeing the art and world of a song come together. I intend to be much more involved in the future, it is so important to know the inside of the songs you put out into the world.

Q) Will there be a full album or EP coming in the near future?

A) As of right now, I’ve got an EP slowly coming out throughout the rest of the year. I continue to write and create while the roll out happens, so I’m hoping there will be much more to come. [smiles]

Q) Where are some of your favorite places to perform and what makes those locations so significant to you?

A) I loved my time touring in Europe. There is a completely different energy there and I love the history that emanates in every space. Considering what is going on in the world right now, I’d love to play anywhere. [smiles] connecting with people through music is such a gift.

Q) Who would you most like to collaborate with on a song in the future?

A) I would love to collaborate with Machine Gun Kelly. His versatility and genre bending – it’s inspiring. Another great artist is Post Malone. I think his songwriting is spectacular and he just seems like a good hang.

Q) What album/band are you currently listening to and why do you dig them? 

A) Right now, I’m listening to old Queens of the Stone Age – great soundscapes and dark melodies. Also, getting into the Pixies. The live on the floor recordings have guts, and the lead singer’s vocals are so animalistic and free.

Q) You are a part of social media. Why is that such an important way for you to connect with your fans?

A) I fought that part of music for a long time. I didn’t know how to connect in a way that made sense to me. I finally figured out it’s through art: favorite lyrics, scrapbooking, Polaroids – showing people parts of myself that I’d hidden.

Q) What would you like to say to everyone who is a fan and supporter of you and your work?

A) I am forever grateful. Happy to be able to connect and hope the music takes you to that special place – as many artists have done for me. It’s all about that magic.