DANI MEZA
DESERT SOUL
interview & photography Lunafora
How would you describe the “Desert Soul” sound?
I’m a big fan of soul and R&B music. So when I write songs they are heavily influenced by that genre. But since I’m from the desert, some western motifs are inscribed without me trying. I began calling it “Desert Soul.” The inspiration behind the music is using each instrument to color the song, each have their place in the song.
What inspired the music and lyrics in your new EP?
The songs on the EP are a part of 15 or so other songs that will be recorded soon and be put out as an album. The inspiration behind the music is using each instrument to color the song, each have their place in the song. The lyrics were inspired by outside stories, they are all being sung in a woman’s perspective, as will the full album.
How did you come up with the title “Mr. Sweet?”
It was an ongoing joke a friend and amazing musician Matt Harris, who helped in the recording process of the EP, had between the both of us. I guess you can say it’s my nickname.
Can you tell us about how your creative process works?
I wouldn’t go as far as calling it a process. I try not to think about writing songs. When I do, they’re finished on the spot, I don’t sit or dwell on them. I like going with that first instinct and emotion that comes out instantly. There is a lot of pacing involved though.
What’s up with those Buddy Holly glasses?
Ha! I’m just a rickety old man, they help me see.
What are you looking forward to on your tour?
Seeing old friends and playing with bands I used to share a stage with.
Is there anything in the music business you would like to see change or happen?
It would be selfish of me to say. I think good music draws its own attention and audience. Now whether you want to make tons of money doing it, that’s a whole different story.
NOTES:
HOMETOWN: INDIO, CA
Guitar, bass, keyboards, vocals
GENRE: INDIE SOUL
EP TITLE: “MR. SWEET”
1. GOT YOU
2. Cigarrette Kisses
3. Got to Come Around
4. Add No Pain With It
5. I Can Eat My Weight In Love
RELEASE DATE: JULY 30TH, 2015
Available on Vinyl
digital download: iTunes.com
*ON TOUR FALL 2015
RECORED in PALM SPRINGS at UNIT A-STUDIO
LABLE: TEXASJESUSRECORDS.COM