We recently connected with Sofia Lynch and have shared our conversation below.
Sofia, appreciate you joining us today. What’s been the most meaningful project you’ve worked on?
Working on my upcoming album, “Kill The Queen,” has redefined my songwriting style; it’s been a freeing experience, creatively speaking. I spent the early years of my career feeling restricted by the inexperience of my age. Now, as a college graduate working in the music industry in 2023, I’ve been able to form my identity as a songwriter and a performer on my own terms. This record reflects my experiences while coming of age in Nashville, and all of the influences that come along with a city that revolves around music.
Sofia, 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?
I started writing songs when I was nine; and I have not stopped since. As soon as I was old enough to understand what a songwriter was, I knew I wanted to be one, and though I loved my hometown, I felt that Nashville was the place to be if I wanted to collaborate with other musicians and begin my journey in the music industry.
I grew up loving music, influenced by everything from Taylor Swift on my boombox or Nine Inch Nails blasting out of my dad’s car radio. My early songs reflect the angst of those aforementioned artists, but my sound evolved as I gave myself permission to experiment in the studio, regardless of the confines of what a “traditional” pop song should be.
I always want my lyrics to reflect universal experiences through focusing on specific events in my life. Songwriting is vulnerable in such a healing way; and I hope that I can release music that people can relate to. This most recent album has been an exercise in honesty, and I’m so excited for its release in October.
How can we best help foster a strong, supportive environment for artists and creatives?
I think the easiest way to support other artists is to show up for them. Go to their shows, invite them to yours, ask them if they’d be interested in collaborating.
It’s not about networking with the most powerful people, it’s about creating connections with likeminded artists in your community, and uplifting each other.
What’s a lesson you had to unlearn and what’s the backstory?
I think a lot of artists struggle with their inner critic, mine often demands perfection. Something I’ve learned while working with other artists, or just working with a deadline, is that perfection holds you back, a lot more than failure will. I had to get used to finishing songs, rather than being afraid of messing them up by completing them. When I was nervous to perform, I had to remind myself that no one expects perfection from a human. Everyone makes mistakes, it’s about recovering and continuing the journey. 
Contact Info:
- Website: www.sofialynchmusic.com
- Instagram: www.instagram.com/sofialynchmusic
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/sofialynchmusic
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- Twitter: www.twitter.com/sofialynchmusic
- Youtube: www.YouTube.com/c/sofialynch
- TikTok: www.TikTok.com/sofialynchmusic
Image Credits
Sean Rayford Ava Hundley Taylor Garner