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Sierra Levesque is the New Generation

May 29 · 1 hr 28 min · Season 21 · Episode 18 · 211.5 MB
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At just 21 years old, Canadian singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Sierra Levesque is proving that guitar-driven rock still has the power to ignite a new generation. 

 

Raised on the sounds of Guns N’ Roses, Ozzy Osbourne, and Heart, Levesque transformed an early obsession with music into a relentless pursuit of artistry, teaching herself the drums, piano, guitar, and bass by the age of 13,  while developing a sound that channels the energy and guitar-driven spirit of ’80s hard rock and metal with her own distinct style.

 

Her explosive live performances, unmistakable image, and fearless authenticity have already earned praise from Guitar World, which called her “the future of rock ’n’ roll,” while mentors and collaborators, including Ron “Bumblefoot” Thal (Guns N' Roses), Nancy Wilson, and LA Guns, have become part of her rapidly expanding orbit. Yet despite the comparisons to past icons, Levesque remains focused on carving out her own identity. “I wanna be Sierra Levesque,” she says. “I don’t really wanna be the next someone.”

 

What makes Levesque especially compelling is her refusal to simply imitate the artists who inspired her. Whether she’s performing arena national anthems, sharing stages with rock legends, or building a fiercely loyal online following, her focus remains on creating music that feels unmistakably her own. “I want people to know it’s Sierra Levesque when they hear me,” she explains — a mission that comes fully alive on her debut album NEW GENERATION, a 13-track collection of fully original, self-recorded songs that has already surpassed 2.5 million Spotify streams. Combining heavy riffs, emotionally honest songwriting, and arena-sized hooks, NEW GENERATION positions Sierra Levesque as one of the most exciting young artists carrying rock forward for the NEXT GENERATION.

 

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Photo Credits: Jack Lue

 

Chapters – Sierra Levesque

00:00 – Jeremiah's Rock & Roll Origin Story
Jeremiah shares how discovering AC/DC as a kid changed his life and set him on a path toward music.

10:09 – From Musical Theater to Heavy Metal
Sierra discusses growing up in musical theater, discovering rock music, and the influence of her family.

18:00 – KISS, Ozzy, and Finding Her Musical Identity
The bands that shaped Sierra's sound, her first rock concert, and why classic rock became her passion.

22:17 – Taking Chances and Learning Every Instrument
Sierra talks about reaching out to artists, learning guitar, bass, drums, and piano, and the discipline behind her success.

31:45 – Self-Doubt, Perseverance, and Online Criticism
A candid conversation about confidence, criticism, social media, and staying focused on long-term goals.

37:08 – Song Feature: "Don't Go"
Sierra introduces her single "Don't Go" and the inspirations behind the song.

45:26 – Loss, Mentorship, and Finding Her Sound
Remembering mentor Pat Hamill, working with Bumblefoot, and developing a unique artistic voice.

01:13:54 – The Future of Rock & Roll
Sierra discusses her vision for modern rock, inspiring young musicians, and carrying the torch for a new generation.

 

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