Felicity Talks Introspection, Amy Winehouse, and Lonely Emotions (Interview)

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Nashville-based alt-pop artist Felicity has released her second EP titled ‘4PM In The Morning‘. The five-track record explores concepts such as difficult late-night thoughts and heartbreak, interwoven with humour. Her incredible vocals have been praised by fans and critics alike, which only adds to her storytelling ability.

Born in Perth, Australia, Felicity has always been keen to chase her dreams. She has amassed a collection of unreleased tracks as she continues to pour her life experiences into her artistic abilities. Following her debut EP and tour in the summer of 2024, her fan base has steadily grown.

IndustryMe sat down with Felicity to discuss where she seeks inspiration, what she is most proud of, and the current alt-pop scene.

The EP feels very personal. Do you tend to draw inspiration from your own reality?

Absolutely. Everything I write about only gets written because it’s something I need to process or put down on paper to understand.

You have a powerful voice, which I enjoy a lot on ‘Denver Airport‘. I wondered if you had any big inspirations for your vocal style?

Thank you so much. I was raised on Amy Winehouse, Queen, and Céline Dion, which I would mercilessly belt around the house as a child (sorry Mum and Dad). Then, in my teen years, I found Adele, Sia, Florence, and the list goes on. From there, I was toast.

What is the biggest difference between your music now and your first release?

I’d like to think I’m a little more self-aware than when I was sixteen (laughs). I noticed in a lot of the first songs I wrote that I almost wholly place blame on someone or something else, never looking at myself as the root or contributor to the problem. Any love song would be about heartbreak from a terrible guy, for example. I felt it lacked introspection on my part. In continuing to write, I hope my songs portray more layers to the story.

Is there a track on the EP that you’re most proud of?

I truly love them all, but ‘I’ll Have What He’s Having‘ and ‘Denver Airport‘ have a special place in my heart. Sonically, conceptually, lyrically, and vocally, they feel truly, truly me.

Are there any artists within the alt-pop scene that you think are really killing it right now?

Wolf Alice is absolutely phenomenal. I’ve been a big fan since ‘Don’t Delete The Kisses‘, and ‘Bloom Baby Bloom‘ is my favorite song of this year, hands down. Special mention to Ethel Cain, who makes my brain melt in the best way.

I noticed that your lyrics can be both serious and, at times, humorous. Do you have a tone in mind when you write, or do you just see where the process takes you?

It’s like when you start laughing in the middle of a big, fat cry. You need a little bit of both, I reckon.

What’s the next big goal for you in your career?

I’d love to tour. Performing live is priceless and truly where the music gets to live to its fullest and connect with other souls.

If there’s one thing you want fans to take away from this EP, what is it?

I wrote the EP about a few different lonely emotions that I know a lot of us feel. ‘Half Sad’ and ‘I’ll Have What He’s Having‘ explore themes around poor mental health/self-perception. I want it to be something that makes people feel less alone. Something they want to turn up in their car and shout all the lyrics to.

Felicity is on TikTok, Instagram, and Threads. You can stream her new EP ‘4PM In The Morning‘ below and read more interviews here.

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