Meet Chloe Gallardo | Musician

We had the good fortune of connecting with Chloe Gallardo and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Chloe, we’d love to hear about how you approach risk and risk-taking
To an extent, I’m not really one to shy away from risk taking. I released my first project when I was 18 with zero fear of what people would think of me. I actually released it just thinking that my friends and family on Facebook would give me the generic pat on the back and “good job,” so I was surprised when people I didn’t even know told me they liked my music. I have pretty gnarly imposter syndrome and to this day I’m convinced people are lying when they compliment my songs. I think that’s why it was easy for me to put myself out there because I didn’t think people cared about what I did.

Up until this point, taking risks is the reason I made any progression in my career. Putting music out, sending cold emails, etc. You never know who could actually take the time to listen to you and want to help you out.

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?
I’m a songwriter primarily. I’ve always loved to write poems and silly little melodies since I was a little girl. Writing has been my biggest coping mechanism in life and I think that my songs really reflect that. They’re painfully personal but also vague enough that they can relate to other people’s lives. I’m definitely most proud of the lyrics I write especially in my latest release, “Last Dance.” I’m actually the most proud of my entire upcoming album, I keep telling people that it’s the coolest thing that I’ve ever done.

I worked really hard to get where I am today. Being a woman solo artist has its disadvantages, especially when I was first starting out. I also started making music at a young age and I was trying to create an image for myself when I didn’t even know who I was yet. I played a lot of crappy shows, got taken advantage of by bandmates and producers, but all of that just taught me how to stand up for myself and make things happen on my own. I don’t regret any of it.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
I’m a big fan of East LA, Stories Books & Cafe in Echo Park is really cute and it’s right next to The Echo/Echoplex which is where I like to see a lot of local shows. I’m super into thrifting and one of my favorite spots is the St. Vincent de Paul thrift store. It’s gigantic and I usually find a lot of cool furniture there. Also the Long Beach Flea Market is the best flea market I’ve ever been to. I don’t go out a lot so my ideal evening would be watching the sunset at the beach, maybe somewhere up in Malibu but if I’m feeling adventurous I like the Cha Cha a lot.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
I have received so much love and support throughout my music career. Both my parents have been incredibly supportive, especially my dad, Greg Gallardo. He helped me put out my first project and has helped me a lot with my upcoming album, I definitely wouldn’t be here without him. Secondly my producer Jonny Bell has taught me so much and believed in me since the day we met. I would also like to give a shoutout to my record label, Taxi Gauche Records, and my dear friend Adrien Garner for connecting me to such talented people.

Website: www.chloegallardo.com

Instagram: www.instagram.com/chloferd

Other: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3R6rkVKR0D5iNDBL4wIOm3?si=MemRuJy6TvC-4hqNrlYODQ

Image Credits
Natalie Minguez