BANKS On III, 'Contaminated' & Exploring Life’s Messiness In Music | Up Close & Personal

L.A. native Jillian Banks, a.k.a. ethereal pop singer/songwriter/producer BANKS, released her third studio album, III, on July 12. The Recording Academy caught up with her for the latest episode of Up Close & Personal to learn more about the stories and sounds behind the emotive LP, which she co-produced with BJ Burton. She also shares which artists drew her in at young age; Fiona Apple, Tracy Chapman and Brandy all make the list.

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