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GRÆ PATTERNS PODCAST

Alexa Græ

GRÆ PATTERNS is a deep dive podcast on how we meet a moment using our voice.

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  • 3 episodes
  • Avg 45 min
  • English
  • #3
    August 28 · 49 min

    3. Scream. Morning. Table

    More creative process behind ALEXA GRÆ's album SEEN. Focusing on Scream, Morning Passage, and Table Manners. The feral trio - themes of desire, secrecy, and sonic experimentation. Insights into songwriting, production, and the emotional landscape holding all of it together. THEMES The inspiration behind the song Scream and its sonic elements The concept of desire and jouissance in music Secrecy and power play in songwriting and performance The creative process of making Morning Passage during a psychedelic experience Sonic techniques for creating tension and intimacy in vocals SCREAM - Music Video Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Alexa Grae and the theme of desire 01:06 The inspiration and sonic elements of Scream 02:42 Creating desire through bass lines and vocal effects 04:19 Personal stories: San Antonio, Brandy, and musical influences 06:22 Decoding the digitized vocal shout-out and its significance 08:25 The concept of jouissance and desire in Scream 10:54 Music video insights and choreography challenges 12:18 SCREAM - MUSIC 16:33 Exploring relationship patterns and emotional patterns in music 23:09 MORNING PASSAGE - MUSIC 27:44 The theme of secrecy and power in the song Table Manners 32:39 Sonic tension and spatial imagery in performance 35:19 - TABLE MANNERS - MUSIC 48:17 - OUTRO - MUSIC

  • #2
    August 6 · 35 min

    2. Now. Push. Because

    In this episode, ALEXA explores their creative process, musical inspirations, and the emotional depth behind their album 'SEEN', blending classical and pop styles with personal reflections. SHOUTOUT LINKS https://www.matthewozawa.com/ https://www.jonwes.com/ Empress Darling MUSIC VIDEO Sur la Nuit Music Video

  • #1
    July 28 · 50 min

    1. Sur la Nuit

    In this episode, Alexa Græ explores the concept of vocal body freedom, the intersection of voice and body, and shares insights from their musical journey, including the album 'Seen'. They discusses their creative process, the influence of classical and contemporary genres, and the transformative power of performance in natural and artistic spaces. Topics Vocal body freedom and its significance The relationship between voice, body, and gender expression The concept of song cycles and their unifying themes The evolution of Alexa Græ's musical style and approach Performance in natural settings and its impact on expression The science and philosophy of observation in performance Creative process behind the album 'Seen' The influence of classical and modern genres on vocal practice Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Vocal Body Freedom 01:00 The Dual Camps: Singers and Dancers 02:01 Performance Anxiety and Body Awareness 04:04 Connecting Voice and Body in Practice 06:10 Introduction to the Album 'Seen This' 07:05 Defining Song Cycles and Artistic Coherence 08:50 The Unifying Theme of Humanity in the Album 10:14 Vocal Freedom as a Reflection of Gender Inquiry 12:09 Repertoire and Vocal Identity 13:53 Intimacy and Connection in Genres 15:55 The Song 'Sur la Nuit' and Its Poetic Roots 18:55 French Repertoire and Vocal Palette 19:59 The Soliloquy as a Sonic Space 22:00 The Observer Effect in Performance 25:04 Performance in Natural Settings 26:58 Reflections on Artistic Growth and Practice Official Website - https://alexagrae.com Album 'Seen' by Alexa Græ - https://music.apple.com/us/album/seen-this/ Instagram - https://instagram.com/alexagrae

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