Interview: Catching Up With Nica + Stream Her Debut Album Bruised

Based in New York’s Hudson Valley, the rock singer-songwriter and pianist Nica recently put out her debut album Bruised via Punch Bug Records. A coming-of-age, powerfully honest release, the eight heavy-hitting tracks follow Nica’s internal battle through painful past experiences, as she fights for a peace of mind.

To celebrate Nica’s album release, GroundSounds sent over some interview questions. Check it out all below and be sure to follow Nica here for more.

 

Hi Nica! Congrats on your debut album. 

Hi! Thank you so much.

Can you tell us a little more on who you are and how you first got into making music?

I am Nica. Originally from Tucson, Arizona. Currently New York-ing it. My Dad is a musician so I grew up listening to music constantly. I was always singing and making up my own little songs as a kid. After studying classical piano for ten years, I started taking songwriting more seriously.

What’s your songwriting process like?

Emotional. I am usually in tears before, during, and after the process.

Who are some of your biggest influences?

I am influenced too much by pain. I need to work on finding inspiration in healthier ways. Like nature or something. Musically, I am super influenced by Father John Misty and The Beatles.

What is Bruised about? How did it come to be?

Bruised is about growing pains, letting go of the past, and acceptance. Each song has a different vibe, yet they all share my dramatic feel. Some of the songs were inspired by the falling out of close friendships. Other songs were born at the end of romantic entanglement. The majority of my songs on Bruised are me recognizing my feelings and expanding on them artistically.

Are there any new artists/venues/purveyors of the arts that you could turn our readers onto?

Punch Bug Records.

Where can we follow you?

IG @nica_music_official
FB www.facebook.com/nicamusic 
Twitter @nica_music

 Any parting thoughts?

Please listen to Bruised! Connect with me on social media 🙂