one<\/a>– playing on loop in the studio on a TV while I was writing, as a visual inspiration.<\/p>\nQ: I read that you are influenced by Madonna, Cyndi Lauper, Prince. How has it affected your own unique style? (Or any other influences)?\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n
I think it affected me in the way that it liberated me. I can’t find a way to say it without sounding cheesy- but basically to embrace my quirkiness. Beyond the fact that their music and style have inspired me to create my own, all these artists are muses to me- they guide me. My muses motivate me to push myself everyday, to push myself to always try and create better art.<\/p>\n
Q. Your recent project was you directing the video for “Chic.” I can’t wait to see it. Can we expect your creative drive in more videos, etc.?<\/b><\/p>\n
Hehe! The video is out now! I hope you will enjoy it!<\/p>\n
I’ve always been very involved in the visual side of my project. From logos, to artworks, to videos… To me, “Cocovan” is both a visual and musical project. In more recent news, I just shot two new music videos for the next singles!\u00a0I love making videos, eventually I’d love to direct videos for other artists too.<\/p>\n
Q. And in your new song, it gives a very confident look into the future of crushed hearts. Does this come from personal experience?<\/b><\/p>\n
Well, I guess I’m still on the “crushed heart” side for now, I haven’t found “the one” yet. But yes, it absolutely comes from personal experience. I think it’s even harder to find love in the modern dating world. People treat each other like we’re disposable. It’s difficult to find depth. Or maybe it’s just that I’m entering the Sex And The City age! Anyways, I’m convinced there’s a perfect match on this planet for each one of us. So it’s just a matter of time now!<\/p>\n
Q. When can we expect “The Club” to be released? And why have you said this EP is your most important yet?<\/b><\/p>\n
The Club<\/em> will come out in the fall. This EP is my most important yet because it is my artistic “rebirth”. Indeed I released a first EP in 2012 that I have since taken down from the internet. At the time, I needed to take time to sit at the studio and allow to evolve sonically. So The Club<\/em>\u00a0will be the first EP to be released since that break.<\/p>\nQ. Are you coming to the US (mainly NYC) anytime soon? We would love to have a dance party!<\/b><\/p>\n
I’ll probably be back soon as I always have NYC withdrawals. I miss the 99c pizzas and the JMZ train. You know I have lived in NYC actually? Here’s a list of all the neighborhoods I have lived in in NYC: Lower East Side, East Village, South Williamsburg, Williamsburg, Clinton Hill and Fort Greene (thank you Craigslist).\u00a0Anyways,\u00a0I’d love to have a dance party too!<\/p>\n
Q. Looks like you love Snapchat. Any favorite filters? And t<\/b>hank you for taking the time out to show us a little bit about you <3<\/b><\/p>\n
I really love Snapchat, it’s my favorite social media. My snapchat is iamcocovan by the way! Fave filter is the purplish one. I don’t know how to describe this filter, so I figured I’d make a very special exclusive Cocovan x Audiofemme snap just for you guys! See you soon in NYC!<\/p>\n
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