We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful JiLLi. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with JiLLi below.
JiLLi, looking forward to hearing all of your stories today. Are you happy as a creative professional? Do you sometimes wonder what it would be like to work for someone else?
I couldn’t be happier as an artist! I feel fulfilled every day in the present moment, working towards where I’m going. I’m grateful that everything I get to do aligns with creativity, self expression, and meaningful connection in one way or another.
JiLLi, love having you share your insights with us. Before we ask you more questions, maybe you can take a moment to introduce yourself to our readers who might have missed our earlier conversations?
hello :)
My name is JiLLi! I’m a singer, songwriter, and producer. Making music and writing songs has been one of my favorite things to do since I was a kid! My professional path into the music industry began after I graduated San Diego State and attended at Icon Collective, where I developed my skills and found my unique artistic voice. I’m honored to now be an instructor and staff vocalist, a role that has been incredibly enriching for me as a creative. I get to share my knowledge and passion with aspiring artists, inspiring them on their artistic journeys.
In addition to my work at Icon I am working with Black Octopus to create vocal sample packs, which has been a great opportunity to showcase my versatile vocal, songwriting and production skills. It allows me to contribute to the music production community while also expanding my reach as an artist. This partnership aligns perfectly with my goal of inspiring others, it feels so good to know my art is supporting other creatives in their work! It’s a form of collaboration completely unique to the vocal sample pack industry niche.
I’m so excited about the upcoming releases + collabs for the rest of 2023, and everything in store for the upcoming year! The next sample pack is on it’s way, as well as a few projects that really capture the genre defying, unique sound of everything I’ve been working on. My music ranges from live instruments with jazzy-pop chord progressions to indie edm / heavy bass music. Why not try it all! Each song is true to itself. My voice, writing style, and vocal production are what make my artistry cohesive.
If you’re wondering what’s next, I am too hehe
What do you think is the goal or mission that drives your creative journey?
My journey is driven by a mission to inspire and connect with others through music and creativity. I want to encourage people to be authentic, unapologetically themselves, and find meaning in their own creative journeys. It’s about celebrating the process of creating and connecting, not just the end result. It’s supposed to be fun!
What’s the most rewarding aspect of being a creative in your experience?
For me, the most rewarding aspect of being an artist is the ability to express myself authentically through music and have meaningful connection with others. Music is the place I feel most honest and vulnerable, where I can find peace with my experiences and feelings. It’s about the joy of creating and the fulfillment that comes from knowing my art has the power to inspire, heal, and resonate with people. I’ve learned that to be happy as an artist, trusting the process is to fall in love with it wherever I am.
Contact Info:
- Website: http://jillimusic.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jillimusic/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jillimusicofficial
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/jilli_music
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvv4UBb2k_X0RXCGvfcdJTw
- Other: tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jilligreenbean?lang=en
Image Credits
Brooklyn Lundberg Karissa Birthwright Rachel – Raisa Photo