Interview

What inspired you to do music? When I was younger I was a big fan on music. It started to become a big part of my life, that’s when I started to write and produce my own songs.

How old were you when you started writing songs?I was about 16/17. I had just left high school.

Did any band/artist in particular inspire you?The Arctic Monkeys did inspire me a couple of years ago. I really liked the genre and style of their songs.

Any of their songs in particular?Personal favourites are:>From the ritz to the rubble.>I bet that you look good on the dancefloor.>Who the fuck are Arctic Monkeys?>Fluorescent Adolescent.And a certain Romance. The upbeat songs are personally my favourite; However I do like all their songs. Especially Crying Lightning.

Are you thinking about touring soon?I have confirmed a UK tour. Not worldwide just yet.

Any upcoming songs/ Albums?I’m working on a couple of new songs actually. Hopefully they’ll be released by summer.

Is the gossip about you and Tyler Joseph dating true?Am I fuck, well no, it’s over.

Why’s that?We were just friends. We met at a studio years ago. We just went out together a few times with in the past few months, but nothing more than just friends! We just got caught up in the media.

When is your next ‘date’? Soon. Hopefully the next week or two. The media is really making a big deal out of nothing though.

Can you play any instruments?I used to be able to play the bass pretty well, now I just stick to playing the acoustic guitar and piano.

Has being famous changed you ?I don’t think it’s changed my personality at all to be honest. But I do think the publicity has put a lot of pressure on me and made me a lot more stressed out.

What has the best experience since working in the music industry? The best experience so far has definitely been able to travel. Just travelling anywhere, meeting fans, making them happy, I have been places I have never been before and it’s just such a privilege.

What’s your worst experience?Definitely being chased by paparazzi, it is so frustrating and annoying and you just never seem to get away from them no matter where you are!

Finally then, would you ever consider joining a band?I’ve been asked this a few times. It’s a difficult question. I wouldn’t want to due to the fact I am used to doing what I want, to be fair.