RA: From an intimate residency at Toronto’s legendary Cameron House to sharing massive stages with the James Barker Band and Dean Brody, your live energy is electric. How does the raw connection of a live crowd change the way you view the songs you wrote alone in a room?
JS: It’s a crazy feeling to see crowds big and small singing and dancing along to the songs I wrote. My songs are reflections of my emotional state, good and bad, and to see others share those emotions is indescribable. It’s extremely validating to see my songs connect live. But it’s also a learning space. I could play a song I think is the best thing I’ve ever done, but it just doesn’t resonate with listeners, and that’s one of the most valuable things about playing live. If something doesn’t work, it gives me a chance to understand my fans.
RA: Taking home both Breakthrough Artist and Songwriter of the Year at the CMAOntario Awards right here in Mississauga must have been an incredible milestone. With those major provincial wins under your belt, a packed summer schedule, and a co-headlining tour taking your sound across the pond to the UK this autumn, what does this next chapter feel like for you?
JS: It’s been an unbelievable year. Seeing your wildest dreams start to come true is a feeling like no other. This is just the tip of the iceberg for me; I have so much to say and share in this next chapter. I’m celebrating every win and taking the nos lightly. I believe in myself and my story, and I am very excited to share my EP with the world later this year. It’s bout to get WILD
Jessica Sevier has a rare gift for transforming personal growing pains into anthemic, universal comfort. Whether she is exploring the uncertainty of youth, paying homage to the rock icons who paved the way, or celebrating her status as one of Ontario’s most decorated rising songwriters, her music reminds us that it is entirely okay to be a work in progress. Keep your eyes on this rising star, stream her latest singles on all major platforms, and stay tuned for her upcoming debut EP, Wild Wild Woman, expected to be released in September of this year.
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