Eastbourne, East Sussex native and award-winning electro-pop singer-songwriter Alan Dreezer has as soon as once more enticed his followers with a brand new track, “(Love Didn’t Harm Me) IT WAS YOU,” which was launched on August 16, 2024 and precedes the third album titled *NOTHING CHANGES IF NOTHING CHANGES* to be launched in the summertime of the next yr 2025.
From the emotionally charged lyricism to the cinematic sound design, Alan skillfully weaves pop with hints of R&B and Soul with influences from George Michael.
Dreezer started his music journey in 2017 with the *LONDON E12* album and has by no means ceased to provide you with distinctive concepts from then on. His most up-to-date launched track, that includes fascinating vocals and improbable lyrics is a pure work of his expertise, created along with Elliot Richardson who can also be well-known as his mate and co-author.
This interview permits us to debate with Alan extra about his artistic strategy, his new materials, and what he has in retailer for the viewers within the new album. Let’s get deep into the thoughts of an artist who continues to be making waves on the electro-pop scene.
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What’s your stage identify?Alan Dreezer
The place do you discover inspiration?Many issues encourage me however normally it’s a single phrase or part seen in a ebook, journal or on-line that sparks an thought. I then normally ask myself “What does that phrase or phrase imply to me?” after which begin to jot down stuff in my notes app.
What was the function of music within the early years of your life?I used to be at all times into music from a younger age however by no means actually considered performing till my greatest buddy prompt beginning a band after we had been 18. We had been terrible for the primary few years however by the age of 25 we had a administration deal and had toured with some high bands which was actually thrilling.
Are you from a musical or inventive household?None of my household are musical in any respect however they’re all very supportive of my journey. I truthfully don’t suppose I might have ever change into a songwriter if it wasn’t for my greatest buddy Russell Aylett. He introduced out one thing in me that I wasn’t searching for or knew was there and I’m perpetually grateful for that.
Who impressed you to be part of the music trade?Listening to George Michael sing “A Completely different Nook” impressed me to attempt to write songs extra severely. The track was so properly crafted and superbly carried out with such uncooked emotion that it made me wish to attempt to dig deeper into myself and work tougher at my craft.
How did you be taught to sing/write/to play?I’m a lyricist, melodist and vocalist however I’m not an excellent musician as such so I depend on collaboration to boost my concepts. I’ve collaborated with Elliot Richardson my producer for 13 years and he’s an enormous a part of all elements of my music.
What was the primary live performance that you just ever went to and who did you see carry out?It was The Police at Milton Keynes Bowl in 1980. It rained the entire day so it was like a mud bathtub however the live performance was unimaginable.
How would you describe your music?I might say it’s Pop with tinges of RnB & Soul too. Nonetheless I do suppose it is extremely troublesome to outline precisely what style you might be as I’ve taken inspiration from so many various kinds of music over time.
Describe your artistic course of.I at all times begin with a lyric as a result of I’ve to have one thing to say to begin with. Then I discover a melody/high line that matches the temper simply by buzzing it to myself. Over a couple of days typically weeks if the melody retains coming again to me then I pursue it and file it with a drum loop or click on observe. I then take that to the studio together with some musical references that I really feel swimsuit the vibe and we construct from that framework right into a track.
How has your fashion advanced for the reason that starting of your profession?As a solo artist my first album was very a lot influenced by 80’s music and retro pop. My second album took extra inspiration from individuals like Justin Timberlake and early 2000’s music. With this third undertaking I’m leaning extra into issues like disco and traditional soul music rather more so it’s always altering and evolving.
Who do you see as your fundamental competitor?I don’t see music as a aggressive factor. I firmly imagine everybody ought to “JUST DO YOU!” and if individuals gravitate to what you’re doing then nice! I additionally imagine everybody ought to help one another and attempt to assist one another develop. I’ve mentored plenty of youthful artists beginning out within the enterprise and it’s one thing I’m actually happy with and get so much from.
What are your pursuits exterior of music?I’m an enormous movie buff and in addition get pleasure from watching most sports activities. I get pleasure from climbing too as a stay close to The South Downs and I play tennis sometimes.
If it wasn’t a music profession, what would you be doing?I used to be a retail retailer supervisor in my early years and would in all probability return to that if I needed to.
What’s the largest downside you’ve encountered within the journey of music?If I’m being clear I’ve encountered ageism as a solo artist. I began this a part of my journey in my late 40’s after being in bands for years and there have been a couple of snubs when age has been talked about. Naively I believed the standard of the music ought to outweigh issues like that however some radio/promoters/managers appear extra comfy promoting a twenty one thing artist in my expertise?
When you might change one factor within the music trade, what would it not be?The proportion of streaming royalty funds paid to artists are scandalous. Music has been devalued massively in recent times in my view.
Why did you select this because the title of this undertaking?The title of my third album goes to be referred to as “NOTHING CHANGES IF NOTHING CHANGES” and we have now been utilizing that quote as motivation in all elements of our course of to get out of our consolation zones and check out issues that we haven’t tried earlier than and it’s been actually liberating!
What are your plans for the approaching months?To advertise this new single after which proceed work on the third album which must be prepared in the summertime of 2025.
Do you’ve any inventive collaboration plans?I’m in talks with a few different artists in the intervening time however there’s nothing concrete simply but.
What message would you want to offer to your followers?Thanks in your continued help and I promise this third album is value ready for!
