Kori’s Story
SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 26th
From the Outskirts Album Release Concert
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An interview with “Hamilton Makes Art“
KORI POP ANSWERS OUR QUESTIONS:
…how would you describe your musical stylings?
This is the hardest question I am ever asked. When you look in the mirror do you see the same person your mother sees, or perhaps your archenemy? I kind of think I am a crossbreed ~ Mary Poppins meets Joni Mitchell.
…why music? and what are the benefits of music in hamilton?
Creating music creates new worlds. When the one I find myself in is less than desirable, I write myself a new one. Within these new landscapes, I seem to regain control. For instance, this past year was pretty heavy. I could have sunk my head under its dark waters and stayed there, hidden for a while. Instead, I wrote some songs that added colour to the misery. This has always been my reason for writing music.
I have just begun to understand why Hamilton is special when it comes to not only the music it hosts but, all art forms. There is a camaraderie here ~ even if it is within a clique. Perhaps it is because of the shadow Toronto casts on us. This may add some humility to us who like to call Hamilton our home base for unveiling our art. More and more lately, I am seeing bridges being built ~ not only between musical cliques but also between art mediums. This site in particular is evidence to this, and the biggest reason I was so thrilled to be asked to contribute to it. I have a really good feeling about Hamilton…it seems to be on the cusp of something. This is the biggest benefit of being a musician in Hamilton at this point in time.
…who or what inspires you?
The soul. It is as simple as that. Whether good or bad, human or animal: what makes something “some one” never ceases to amaze me.
…what song do you love so much, you wish you had written it?
I can honestly say that I do not have this with any song. When I hear something that floors me, two things happen. One, I am SO grateful that someone took the time to write it. And two, I start wondering if I too can write a song that may touch someone else the way I was just touched.
…any wisdom you’d like to share about living as a musician?
Make sure to leave room for (deserving) others in your creative cocoon.
…what are you currently working on?
I’m just about to join the rat race, actually. On June 1st I released my latest musical creature called “From the Outskirts.” Should be an interesting couple years ahead…