After introducing herself with her dazzling debut single 'Starlight' last year, Australian artist Ella Brosnan is back once again to deliver her wondrous new single 'The Devil Of Time'.
Capturing more of that warm and heartfelt aesthetic she is quickly earning a reputation for, 'The Devil Of Time' makes for a vibrant return for her. With its rich and shimmering textures perfectly elevating her sweeping vocals throughout, she continues to cement herself as one of the more emotive names on the rise right now.
So with the new single available to stream now, we sat down with her to find out more about her origins and what has been inspiring her most over the years.
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What was the first instrument you fell in love with?
The first instrument I fell in love with was piano. I started playing when I was younger and love the way it can be played to create so many amazing styles of music.
What kind of music did you love when you were younger?
I loved musicals or anything on the radio really.
What was the first album you remember owning?
I believe it was a Reece Mastin album or collection of songs on Apple Music.
What is the one song you wished you could have written yourself?
Stargazing by Myles Smith
Do you have any habits or rituals you go through when trying to write new music?
I imagine the whole story, where am I or what am I looking at, what I am feeling on this moments as the centre of the story or as viewer. It helps me stay focused on the visual I am trying to create for the listener.
Who are your favourite artists you have found yourself listening to at the moment?
Joshua Bassett
If you could open a show for anyone in the world, who would it be?
At the moment Olivia Rodrigo or Taylor swift I think they are incredible songwriters and would be amazing support as a young artist.
What do you find is the most rewarding part about being a musician?
Getting to express myself through music and potential help others going through the same thing.
And what is the most frustrating part?
When I am experiencing writers block I get frustrated that I can’t get the image in my heads out into words.
And what is the best piece of advice you have received as a musician?
Be yourself and write for you.
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Ella Brosnan's new single 'The Devil Of Time' is out now. Check it out in the player below.