MIA: You came out with your debut single around this time last year. How had that journey been from then to now?
AUGUST EVE: So much happened in the past year yet somehow it all felt really slow. I feel like my headspace surrounding my first single was so much lighter whereas Ashes in a Vase felt like this really serious thing I had to accomplish. Overall, I feel like I’ve made more strides and learned more about myself, writing, producing in the past year than I have in the past three.
M: Your aesthetic is one of my favourites. How did it come about that this specific one became part of your image?
AE: Thank you. I really pride myself on the aesthetic choices I make because nothing is ever gratuitous, I place a lot of intention behind it. Ashes in a Vase was written about perception and reconciling your inner self with the images we project so aesthetically, we played a lot with mirrors and orbs; things that incite looking inward. I also just love how they look anyways; My room is full of all sorts of crystal ball looking things and I have a few mirrored surfaces. Basically, the vibe I’m going for is like a new age meditation den lol.
M: From your Instagram I can tell you take a lot of inspiration from films and celebrities. What is your favourite film and which one has inspired you and your music the most?
AE: I couldn’t pick one movie in particular but I really love Color of Pomegranates, Bladerunner, Wild at Heart, The Shining, and Paris, Texas.
M: What is one experience you have had that you never think you’d have because of music?
AE: I think what comes with a career in music is a lot of bizarre social interactions. You meet so many people when you’re on tour and sometimes you’ll end up having a really special conversation with someone after the show or maybe a really crazy one. I kind of like it though because you end up with a bunch of funny anecdotes after.
M: To you, what is the importance of an online platform for creatives nowadays?
AE: For creatives, especially marginalized creatives, social media is extremely important because of the opportunity and representation it provides. Mainstream media has not always welcomed narratives that stray from the status quo and getting into the industry itself is a massive challenge, even for people like myself who are born and raised in Los Angeles. That’s not to say that social media doesn’t also do a lot of damage because it does; But on the positive end of the spectrum, It’s been an amazing tool for so many people.
M: During this uncertain time, what is one song or artist you have on repeat?
AE: I've been listening to a lot of BbyMutha.
M: Is there an artist that follows you or that you’re friends with that you’ve looked up to before debuting your music?
AE: I’ve been playing shows in LA for almost a decade and so many of my peers who I came up with are making amazing music.
M: Do you have a friend or family member that you feel has helped you the most on your journey/in your career?
AE: I make all my music with Cowboy Lansky who also happens to be my god brother. He and his dad have been my biggest cheerleaders since day 1 and I wouldn’t have been able to facilitate any of my creative endeavors without them and their support really.
M: What is your favourite thing about being a musician?
AE: Free food backstage.
M: Lastly, is there anything we can look forward to this year coming from you?
AE: Definitely more music!
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