[INTERVIEW] Sasha M Opens Up About Her Unbelievable Profession Thus Far & Latest Single “How To Spot A Narcissist”

Sasha M is a dance-pop sensation from Singapore, who’s garnered fairly the thrill round her music, particularly her newest single, “How To Spot A Narcissist,” seamlessly mixing the introspective fringe of digital music with the infectious rhythms of pop. This monitor epitomizes the essence of up to date electro-pop, marked by its vocal depth and a charming sonic palette that instructions consideration.

Sasha M’s musical journey unfolds as a story of self-discovery and creative authenticity. Collaborating with business luminaries reminiscent of Eddie Wohl and Seth Munson, she has refined her artwork, creating music with a world resonance. Her collaboration with Hasso on the one “Loaded” secured a high place on Spotify Germany’s Viral 50 chart, underscoring her wide-ranging worldwide enchantment.

We had the chance to talk along with her in regards to the single and her profession to this point. Test it out beneath!

How has your journey from the vocal trio SASS to a solo artist influenced the evolution of your music type, significantly in your newest single “How To Spot A Narcissist”?

Our woman group was all about empowerment – robust feminine characters who don’t take nonsense from anyone. A lot of my present work retains these values. Having lived in a number of poisonous environments, I firmly consider that you just shouldn’t be mistreated in any facet of your life – be it by your boss, your financial institution, or your boyfriend.

Are you able to share your expertise working with business specialists like Eddie Wohl and Seth Munson, and the way these collaborations have formed your music?

It’s been an honor to get to work with, and be taught from, business specialists. As somebody from Singapore with no prior connections to the music business within the US, I’m very lucky for each alternative. Working with them confirmed me what skilled high quality work seems to be like and seems like. It gave me the requirements I now uphold in my work transferring ahead.

“Loaded,” in collaboration with Hasso, achieved important success on Spotify Germany’s Viral 50 chart. To what do you attribute the worldwide enchantment of your music?

I write about common themes – “Loaded” particularly describes a second in a poisonous relationship the place the persona has been gaslighted and is taking the blame for the sorry state of their relationship. Gaslighting is a type of psychological manipulation the place the abuser makes an attempt to sow self-doubt and confusion of their sufferer’s thoughts. It occurs when the abuser doesn’t take accountability for his or her actions, and it’s a giant drawback for companions who’re empathetic. I consider that is sadly a quite common prevalence that many individuals, no matter location, can relate to.

Your music blends digital and pop parts. How do you stability these genres to create a novel sound, as evident in “How To Spot A Narcissist”?

I decide my collaborators nicely. After I began penning this music, I already had an concept of the way it ought to sound – a little bit darker than my regular music, however nonetheless upbeat and pop. Riccardo, who produced the monitor, has labored with me since 2018 and is aware of me very nicely musically. I gave him my concept and he knocked the beat out of the park. Enjoyable truth, I truly wrote the bassline on the refrain! My different co-writer on the monitor, Lauren, is a grasp at darkish, moody songs. She got here up with the vocal hook within the refrain, which is probably the most EDM a part of the music. She additionally has vocals on this monitor, lending the pre-chorus a barely sinister vibe.

What’s your inventive course of for writing and producing music?

I write lyrics and melody, so normally when an concept comes, it’s both melodic or lyrical. I report my concepts as voice notes on my telephone, and those with probably the most potential, I carry to collaborators whom I keep in mind that will match the imaginative and prescient of that specific music. I like having the ability to faucet into different inventive skills’ potential as a result of they at all times carry one thing to the desk that I can’t alone. I consider you find yourself with a greater product whenever you collaborate.

Having carried out in various settings, from Common Studios Singapore to the Extremely Music Competition, how do you adapt your efficiency type to completely different venues and audiences?

I truthfully take pleasure in performing to massive crowds with 1000’s of individuals. I’ve not been in a position to do this with my authentic music but, however I’ll sometime. As a performer in another person’s present, you need to ship what the present wants. I attempt to totally perceive the necessities and goals of every present I do, so I can carry out to the perfect of my skill. On the finish of the day, the viewers’s expertise is all the pieces.

You’re recognized on your dedication to social causes. How do you combine this ardour into your music and creative expression?

Thanks. I hope to at all times make a social influence with my work. As you may inform, my songs revolve round psychological well being themes. Many are darkish, however “Beneath The Floor” is a extra uplifting one. I hope the songs provide consolation and assist to others who’re additionally residing by means of poisonous environments. Individually, I even have the honour of my music “Buddies” being carried out by differently-abled skills from the Inclusive Arts Motion; we made a music video, they usually nonetheless carry out that music stay at exhibits.

In an business usually pushed by developments, how do you preserve your creative integrity and private type in your music?

I do my finest to stay genuine and solely decide developments that resonate strongly with me. There’s been a Russian sugar child comedy shtick trending on social media that I discover hilarious and oddly empowering. I leaned closely on that whereas I used to be going by means of a tough time and made a comedy sequence of Instagram reels known as #FindRichHusband. It’s introduced pleasure to my followers, and other people generally ask me when my subsequent reel is.

What are your future aspirations within the music business, and are there any new tasks or collaborations we will sit up for?

I wish to construct an viewers of people that really assist and consider in me – no “faux pals.” My largest supporters pledge to me on Patreon, and in return, I give them a front-row seat into my music journey. I’m within the midst of releasing new music off my first EP, so look out for that! All sneak peeks might be on Patreon; comply with me there to get updates in your inbox. https://www.patreon.com/sasashamusic