INTERVIEW: Illicit Ghost Releases Transcendent Debut Single, Announces NYC Show
When I search for music to add to NXTSTYLE 100 the search at times can take quite a while. It’s not about what will be hot for a second, it’s about finding music with substance that carries an unstoppable feeling. When I came across “Drunk And Alone” by Illicit Ghost it caught my attention instantly and reminded me of those deep 90’s Pop classics that every emo teenager (including myself) loved. You can’t help but feel a certain way as the song, perfect in structure, paints a picture. And to think this is only her debut. Get to know Illicit Ghost.
I read that your debut single “Drunk And Alone” is not necessarily about being drunk. Tell us about the meaning behind the song and why this was the best fit for your introduction as an artist.

“Drunk And Alone” has the kind of emotional depth of that reminds me of those classic 90’s Pop songs from Blessed Union of Souls, Natalie Merchant, Shawn Colvin etc. Are you inspired by a particular genre or era?

Illicit Ghost: I couldn’t create my own music any other way. I like to do it all from start to finish. When I’m writing for myself my mind goes into this place where hours pass and it feels like it’s been one minute. The feeling I get from hearing my scratch vocal usually informs my production. It’s therapeutic for me to be with a song from the very beginning to the very end.
I’m extremely lucky to work with my co-producer Elliot Jacobson (Verité, Allie X). He knows exactly what to add or subtract from a demo in order to get a song where it needs to be. I’m truly honored to be working with such a talented producer (and drummer) who understands what I am trying to accomplish as an artist.
I have a track with Big Data that’s in the works. It’d be a dream to work with Son Lux, Djemba Djemba, Lana Del Rey, King Krule, Suzi Wu or Paramore.

We gotta know what songs are rockin’ Illicit Ghosts’ world right now. Give us your Top 10!
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