What did you
do differently on “Interstellar,” than on your debut?
I worked with a wonderful
producer that helped me to make decisions in the studio that I might not have
made on my own...
Being this is
your second album, are you finding your groove more as a solo artist?
Yes. It is a position I
am very comfortable with.
Being based in
Brooklyn, has the borough inspired any of your work?
Not so much. I dont
think my surroundings have an influence on me.
With so many
artists hailing from the borough now, do you feel that there is camaraderie
among the artists or everyone is battling each other and fighting competition?
I dont spend much time
thinking about what other musicians are doing. There is not enough time in the
day. I have many friends that play music and I support their musical endeavors
as they support mine!
Your first
single from “Interstellar” hit the internet and straight away caused a nice
buzz. Now that music is so accessible and so fast as to
how people get it, as an artist do you still put time into crafting the album
art and packaging in the age of digital music and blogs?
I dont make music for other
people. I make records because it is enjoyable for me. I am lucky because some
people like it. How long it takes people to get it or weather it is
regarded as disposable has nothing to do with my process as an artist/
musician.
What was the
one song from “Interstellar” that you just absolutely loved and could not wait
to record and release?
I feel the same way about all
the songs on the record.
Hailing from
three acclaimed bands, what was it like for the first time making music on your
own?
Much easier, as it is my
own, one single vision. Much less decision making.
Do you ever
miss working in any of those bands?
Dum Dum Girls sometimes.
Given the
success that you had with the other bands you were in, now on your own and
starting all over again, does it bring back early memories of the road and
pounding the pavement making it in an indie band?
I think I had a very good
foundation when i started so it was not so hard to pick up where I left off..
Has anyone from any of
your former bands work with you on your solo music?
No.
You released your first
album under the moniker – “Frankie Rose and the Outs,” and now it is all just
your name, why did you choose to drop the moniker? Does it signify that you are
really stepping out more and more on your own?
I just didnt like the name.
Its much shorter now. The records were recorded give or take in the same
fashion.
Your music is very unique
and has a throwback sound to the 80’s, who are some of your influences?
Pale Saints, Old 4AD , The Smiths
What has been the
best thing about being Miss Frankie Rose?
I am Truly Blessed. Thank
you!
