

The sophomore effort cast a darker shadow over their sound, patiently showcasing their unique skill, talent, and scope as artists. The band settled permanently in Los Angeles to create the follow-up, 2013âs In Rolling Waves. The group arrived at the forefront of the international indie pop scene with the sweltering album Passive Me, Aggressive You riding on the feverish heights reached by singles like Young Blood, Punching In A Dream and Girls Like You. After two acclaimed independently released EPs, things turned a corner for the by now five-piece group in 2010 with the release of their alt-pop smash Young Blood. The vocalist/keyboardist formed the group with Thom Powers in her hometown of Auckland, New Zealand in 2007. It’s my first love and will always be top priority no matter what.Alisa Xayalith is a founding member of The Naked and Famous. I don’t think that means anything will change for The Naked and Famous, it just means that I have more on my plate and find myself busier than ever! TNAF LP4 is in the works. I am working on a solo project in-between all things TNAF related. We’ve heard rumors that you will be making a solo album, is it true?! What does that mean for your future with The Naked and Famous? Shop the Look: Toni Page Boy Hat, Sabrina Dress The second part to that is performing songs I’ve written and seeing how it connects with people from all over the world. There is nothing else that makes me happier and more satisfied creatively than that. Which do you enjoy more, touring or producing (in the studio)?Ī friend asked me the other day, “what things do you like to do that make you happy?” My mind instantly went to the thought of writing a song that felt good to me. Something that is always in rotation would be a good pair of tailored high waisted pants and heeled boots no higher than 5 inches. I like to feel un-restrained when I perform, so my clothing has to feel like a second skin, I don’t like to wear things that restrict my limbs too much. I’d like to think my style would change as I change through the years. How would you describe your on-stage style? Shop the Look: La Rosa Tee, Acapulco Pants (Estrella) If they are not on your playlist already, I highly recommend checking these ladies out: I feel so lucky to have found this beautiful tribe of women. We lift each other through the pitfalls and we celebrate our little victories together. I love how we have created this safe space to be able to vent, share frustrations and also have a good laugh! They push me to be the best self I can be and to work hard on my music. Only within the last couple of years, I have found myself surrounded by incredible women who are creative. When I first started out, the world of music for me was so male-dominated I found myself occupying my own island. Who are the women who inspire and empower you the most? So here I am, ten years later, still doing the damn thing! I went through a lot of highs and lows to make music my career always knew music would play a huge role in my life. It was always my mission to make music a huge part of my life. In school, I would join vocal groups, choirs, sing in school musicals and participate in school talent shows. The Naked and Famous are known worldwide growing up did you ever think you would have a career as a singer?įor as long as I can remember, I was always drawn to music more than anything else. Scroll below to read all about the girl gang that keeps her inspired and the inside scoop on what’s to come from Alisa! One of our favorite rock star babes, Alisa Xayalith ( you may know her from the band The Naked and Famous), stopped by our showroom to talk all things music.
