Corrina Steel
Corrina Steel is a fantastic Aussie singer songwriter who released her latest album Borrowed Tunes. I like what she is doing and naturally thought an interview was a must. So read on and find out why she is a great singer songwriter.
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1. Are you happy with the responses to the new album?
We’ve been getting some great reviews and airplay for the record. It’s great that people from both the country and independent music scenes have taken a liking to it and really seem to get it. We were a little worried that a ‘covers’ record wouldn’t be taken as seriously. There’s a lot to be said for a good interpretation of a great song though.
2. What inspires you now when writing music?
The merging of influences to create something new always excites us. This is the approach we take not only when writing but also when interpreting cover versions. We would ask ‘ What would it sound like if Tammy Wynette was sitting with Willie Nelson at his kitchen table around 1975 singing ‘I Don’t Want To Play House’ ? and then we’d record that and see what happened. We’re looking forward to starting work on a new album of original material in the new year. We have a feeling the next one will be a little more raucous.. in the end we’ll go where the music leads us.
3. How was the recording process different to earlier releases?
We kept this album simple. With minimal instrumentation and recorded as live as possible. We were trying to capture an intimate late night feeling on many of the tracks. And it was recorded so quickly! The whole thing was done over three weekends
4. Who have you enjoyed working with recently?
Ourselves! Ha! This is our first album together. It’s been a great experience
5. What do you like about touring?
I love being on the move – and with nothing to do but play every night. With a little catching up with friends, finding great local restaurants and shopping thrown in.
6. What has been touring highlight of your career so far?
A village we played in the South Of France, in the Black Mountains. After the gig the whole town put on the most amazing spread to show us their appreciation. Men, woman and children. The local ladies choir even sang for us ! The most charming after party Ive ever been to.
7. Who would u most like to tour with?
Kanye West, S.mouse and us would be a triple threat. No seriously a country music legend like Dolly Parton would make my day.
8. What do you hope people will get out of the album?
I hope they hear some old songs with fresh ears and maybe discover a few they hadn’t heard before too.
9. What does 2013 mean to you?
It’s been a great year – full of change and surprise. With an album out and so well received, it’s all been worth it. We’re looking forward to playing live again!
10. What does 2014 have in store for you?
More music!
