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

Hi Lauren, why did you pursue a creative career?
Music has always been an integral part of my life- at times, more so than others- but I found myself always coming back to it. I’ve always had the goal to make a career out of doing what I love and that for me is music and the arts. At first it was scary, especially putting my lyrics, my innermost thoughts, out there for the world. Then I realized that human-condition is so universal and the whole purpose of music is to share these experiences; to realize you’re not going through it alone.

It’s crazy to me how much my career has progressed in the last year and a huge highlight was when DJ Hernan Cattaneo played our song “Hold Me” at his set at Sunset Mendoza in Argentina. Watching thousands of people dance to the lyrics I wrote and sung was incredible.

I’m looking forward to seeing where it takes me next!

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?
I come from a choir background, have always loved R&B and am inspired by many different genres which all inform my music. My biggest influences are Jorja Smith, Alicia Keys, Rihanna, Amy Winehouse and Lauryn Hill. I’m regularly told that my voice doesn’t match my body which I love and am happy to be unpredictable. In a world where it’s encouraged to fit in, music allows me to just be.

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.
Whenever I’m in LA I always have to go to a stand up Comedy show. I also love going to the Groundlings- one of my FAVOURITE places for improv comedy sketches. Their “Cooking With Gas” on a Thursday night is awesome.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
I wouldn’t be anywhere without the people who supported me from day one and I’m so lucky to have been lifted up by so many other artists and creatives. I’m pretty fresh on the music scene and have had to learn the industry really quickly. The artists who’ve offered advice, support or just wanted to collaborate are a huge part of my story.

I owe a lot to Melbourne DJ JPA who reached out to me after he heard one of the covers I posted and he really liked the sound of my voice. He wanted me to feature on one of his upcoming tracks. A snowball of opportunities followed and I’m still just riding that wave. I don’t plan to get off anytime soon!

Website: https://www.laurentatyana.com

Instagram: @laurentatyana

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@laurentatyana

Other: “Lauren Tatyana” on Spotify, Apple Music and other streaming services

Image Credits
“Parenthesy” (Cameron Grant) for Artist Shots and Relapse Launch Party Shots
“Chowie” for Black and White shot (written on photo)

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