Artist of the Day | SHAWNEE
ARTIST OF THE DAY
21.09.2020
SHAWNEE
LOCATION
Edmonton, AB
GENRE
Soul Pop
CURRENT MEMBERS
Shawnee
With the current pandemic, the state of the music and touring industry has dramatically changed. Where were you when everything was brought to a halt?
I was home and just came off USA show dates when everything came to a halt. I have just won CBC Searchlight and was planning a big celebration tour that would include CBC Music Festival until it came in that this would be be possible or happening.
How has that affected your plans for the coming months? Did you have a tour planned, upcoming album release?
Knowing that live shows which are a big part of what makes up my summer season with Pride and Indigenous festivals would not be happening I knew I had to switch gears. I am an artist and know matter what the state is in or what is presented in front of us in terms of struggle, art is the answer to everything. I went back to my roots and began creating and using the time to reflect and grow as an artist.
What have you been doing to fill/make the most of your new-found free time at home?
I am excited to announce that I am releasing an EP (Born Again) this fall with Velveteen Studio from Edmonton. Something I am wildly excited about with it being a new direction of soul and vintage vibes. Using the time I have to myself to focus on my craft and growing and challenging my comfort levels in the creation process. I also use the time to stay connected to my community in sharing music and art to encourage inspiration during this difficult time for us. We got to continue on our own person journeys despite the times we are in.
What was the first thing you did/place you went to now the country is starting to slowly re-open?
I actually played my first live show back, at the Arts Centre in Edmonton on the roof top. Man I missed playing life and I can't wait to get more of it.
Do you have a message for everyone at home reading this?
Stay safe, stay connected when and where you can. Create and find joy in a creating process regardless of experience. Use music as medicine.
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