I.M The Artist |

I.M The Artist | ‪@moonlightandwest‬ x Quite The Ordinary Podcast | Episode 2

Release Date: 02 July 2024
Podcast Duration: 01:01:03

Guests Profile:

Originally from Gothenburg, Sweden, Issa, known as I.M the Artist, is a London-based alternative singer-songwriter and multidisciplinary creative. Her music blends poetic lyricism with alternative R&B and soul, marked by emotive vocal melodies and genre-bending production.

Podcast Overview:

In this episode, host Jasmine Wissart sits down with the talented I.M The Artist to delve into the creative mind behind some of today's most thought-provoking music. They discuss the inspiration and process behind the artist's latest single, exploring the decision to merge two titles into one and the use of a distinctive distorted voice at the beginning of the track. The conversation covers I.M The Artist's effortless approach to songwriting, the influence of films on their music, and the importance of vocal expression in today's world.

Listeners will gain insight into the collaborative process with Jack Light, the differences between solo and group writing, and the impact of notable figures on I.M The Artist's work. The episode also touches on the themes of power abuse in the single "Souled Out," the artist's connection to nature, and the personal experiences that shape their music, including growing up in Gothenburg and moving to London.

Jasmine and I.M The Artist also explore the influence of Kendrick Lamar, the uniqueness of Swedish summers, and memorable live performances by J Hus and Jorja Smith. The discussion wraps up with a look at the artist's creative process, the role of poetry and other art forms, and the exciting prospects of future projects. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intricate blend of personal experience, social commentary, and artistic expression in music.


Episode Highlights:

02:25 - 03:15: Exploring the unique double title of the latest single.
03:15 - 04:37: Discovering the story behind the distinctive distorted voice in the song.
04:37 - 06:09: Insights into I.M The Artist's journey to effortless songwriting.
06:09 - 07:31: Envisioning a more vocal world and the importance of expression.
07:31 - 09:20: Films that have influenced the artist's reflective approach to music.
09:20 - 10:47: The experience of collaborating with Jack Light.
10:47 - 12:24: The contrast between writing solo and collaborating with others.
12:24 - 15:28: Inspirational figures who have shaped the artist's voice on important topics.
15:28 - 19:27: Discussing the significance of addressing power abuse in "Souled Out."
19:27 - 21:14: The artist's connection to nature and childhood memories.
21:14 - 23:15: Growing up in Gothenburg, Sweden.
23:15 - 25:21: Moving to London and adapting to a new language.
25:21 - 26:56: Early songwriting experiences in Swedish.
26:56 - 29:00: Kendrick Lamar's influence on the artist's music.
29:00 - 30:25: The appeal and uniqueness of Swedish summers.
30:25 - 31:34: Experiencing live performances by J Hus and Jorja Smith.
31:34 - 34:10: Vision for live sets at the Way Out West festival.
34:10 - 36:48: Differentiating between film, art, poetry, and music in the creative process.
36:48 - 38:49: Jasmine reads one of the artist's poems aloud.
38:49 - 40:13: The inspiration and setting for writing a poem.
40:13 - 42:08: Exploring other musical instruments the artist plays.
42:08 - 42:58: Inspiration behind including a violin in "4am."
42:58 - 44:10: The artist's enjoyment of surprising fans.
44:10 - 46:34: A deep dive into the creative process.
46:34 - 48:06: Writing as a form of emotional expression.
48:06 - 51:43: Building and maintaining relationships with producers.
51:43 - 54:12: Messages for producers and collaborators in the studio.
54:12 - 57:40: What to expect from the artist's upcoming project.
57:40 - 1:00:15: Reflecting on favourite lyrics from the artist's discography.

Social Media:
Moonlight & West Instagram Page:   / moonlightandwest  
Host Instagram Page:   / jas.wiss  
Guest Instagram Page:   / i.mtheartist  
Quite The Ordinary Podcast Instagram Page:   / quitetheordinarypodcast  
Gudluk Instagram Page:   / gudlukmedia  

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