From Disney Streams to Music Dreams
From Disney Streams to Music Dreams
Bernice Celeste
In this episode, hosts Zak Davis and Matt Allen sit down with the incredibly talented singer-songwriter Bernice Celeste to explore her inspiring journey in music. From her musical family to her latest single, "I Don't Even Miss You," Bernice shares her experiences, influences, and what's next for her career.
Segment 1: Meeting Bernice and Discovering Musical Roots
Matt and Bernice connected through a shared community of Disney streamers. Matt recounts watching Bernice perform live at the House of Blues in Anaheim via a Donnyland stream. Bernice discusses her early musical influences, growing up in a musical family, and her "aha" moment at 14 when she decided to pursue music seriously.
- Bernice's family history includes a Spanish singer aunt and a guitar-playing grandfather.
- Moving around the country exposed her to various genres, including country and folk, influencing her songwriting.
- She cites Miranda Lambert's "The House That Built Me" as a pivotal song that inspired her to become a writer.
Segment 2: Vulnerability, Connection, and "I Don't Even Miss You"
Bernice shares her experience of performing live, describing the vulnerability and connection with the audience. She discusses her songwriting process and the story behind her single, "I Don't Even Miss You," a breakup anthem inspired by a personal experience.
- Performing live allows Bernice to connect with people and help them through her lyrics and music.
- "I Don't Even Miss You" was co-written with her former professor, Deborah, and gained traction on TikTok before its release.
- Bernice and Deborah have a songwriting duo called Brown Eyed Girls.
Segment 3: Future Plans, Advice, and Embracing the Unknown
Bernice talks about her upcoming EP, "Angel Numbers," and her plans to pitch songs to other artists. She offers advice to aspiring musicians, emphasizing the importance of stepping outside of one's comfort zone and embracing new experiences.
- "Angel Numbers" is inspired by the phenomenon of seeing repeating numbers and their significance in manifestation.
- Bernice plans to release the EP towards the end of summer.
- She encourages aspiring musicians to do anything that scares them, as it can lead to unexpected opportunities.
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