We met up with Tennessee born and raised singer, songwriter, instrumentalist, and author Valerie June for a chat about her creative journey, approaching her work with a spirit of positivity, and much more.

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🌟 Growing up in Tennessee with five siblings and a close relationship to nature

🌟 Her start in music: her father working as a promoter + singing in church

🌟 Understanding the different sides of her voice

🌟 Navigating the dynamic of finding hope in a harsh world

🌟 Her relationship with fashion and using color to bring magic into her days

🌟 Valerie’s work as an author writing essays and poems

🌟 Navigating the new era of AI

🌟 What she’s listening to right now!

🌟 Tuning into the sounds of the world around us (especially the sound of flip flops)

🌟 Her relationship with genre + the place it has in her process

🌟 Touring after the release of her newest album ‘Owls, Omens, and Oracles’

Keep up with Valerie June on Instagram.