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Loren Wylder discusses being an artist in the digital age, musical influences, and success

Loren Wylder spoke about being a recording artist and performer in the digital age.

Loren Wylder performing at Joanne Trattoria
Loren Wylder performing at Joanne Trattoria. Photo Credit: Markos Papadatos.
Loren Wylder performing at Joanne Trattoria. Photo Credit: Markos Papadatos.

Loren Wylder spoke about being a recording artist and performer in the digital age.

Eleanor Roosevelt once said: “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” This quote applies to Loren Wylder.

Joanne Trattoria performance

This past Thursday, June 26th, Wylder performed at Joanne Trattoria at the Upper West Side in Manhattan as part of its “Emerging Artist Showcase.”

Wylder sang Lady Gaga’s Joanne,” as well as a distinct version of Chappell Roan’s “Pink Pony Club,” where she had everybody singing and clapping along with her.

Wylder also serenaded the patio audience to Brandi Carlile’s “The Joke,” and while she had some difficulties towards the end, she nailed it with her a cappella vocals, and it was well-received by all as she showcased her rich, harking voice.

Wylder on performing at Joanne Trattoria

On performing at Joanne Trattoria, she remarked, “It felt like coming home to great food, family, to myself, to the music.”

“I had a blast, I’m so happy that Gabby Gabriel and Joe Germanotta called me to fill in last minute that evening, so a big thank you to them both,” she said, effusively.

Music and songwriting inspirations

On her music and songwriting inspirations, she shared, “Experiences and people in my life – I wrote a song inspired by my great-great grandfather that I will perform at Joanne’s on July 31st,” she exclaimed.

“It is meant to serve as a Time Machine to your happy place, sonically. Other songs are about nights out, love, resilience, second chances…

Biggest musical influences

Her greatest musical influences are quite diverse and eclectic, and they include Joan Jett, Tom Petty, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Bryan Adams, Michael Jackson, Avril Lavigne, Pink, Aerosmith, Whitney Houston, Lady Gaga, Queen, and The Monkees.

The digital age

On being a recording artist in the digital age, Wylder expressed, “It’s an exciting time! There are more opportunities than ever to create art and find an audience that connects with it.”

Dream duet choice in music

Wylder listed country star Morgan Wallen as her dream duet choice in music.

Advice for young and emerging artists

For young and aspiring artists, she said, “Use whatever you’ve been through to create art, and don’t give up. It’s not over til it’s over, and that’s actually one of the songs from my upcoming album.”

Wylder continued, “Don’t let fear hold you back — just hop in, stay in motion, and figure it out as you go. Any creative spark can lead to that ‘it’ idea so surround yourself with people who are supportive of you and interested in creating fire.”

Success

Regarding her definition of the word success, Wylder shared, “To me, success is creating music that’s real and lasting – built on love, humor, and quiet resilience – so others feel seen, lifted, unstoppable, and reminded they can laugh through the pain.”

“What has been created with heart always matters – music is the great uniter,” she concluded.

To learn more about Loren Wylder, visit her official website.

Markos Papadatos
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Markos Papadatos is Digital Journal's Editor-at-Large for Music News. Papadatos is a Greek-American journalist and educator that has authored over 24,000 original articles over the past 19 years. He has interviewed some of the biggest names in music, entertainment, lifestyle, magic, and sports. He is an 19-time "Best of Long Island" winner, where for three consecutive years (2020, 2021, and 2022), he was honored as the "Best Long Island Personality" in Arts & Entertainment, an honor that has gone to Billy Joel six times.

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