Music Matters: Amy Michelle
Amy Michelle is a young singer, songwriter, and producer from Mullingar. She has been producing music for many years, released her first EP in 2022, and has been releasing singles since 2021.
Her music is deep, emotional, and almost ethereal; her sound sits somewhere between The Cure, Cactaeu Twins, and Lorde.
She released her latest EP, ‘Nothing Holy is Free’, this year, and has just announced a headline show at the Workman’s in Dublin.
What is your favourite album?
If I had to choose only one, it would probably be Elliott Smith’s self-titled record.
What song do you wish you had written?
Ex:Re - The Dazzler
Which band from any era would you love to have been a member of?
Queen, 100%.
What song are you most proud of?
‘Nothing Holy is Free’ was probably the easiest to write, and it’s one of my favourite songs I’ve written. It’s special performing it live with a full band.
Guiltiest musical pleasure?
I grew up with High School Musical, so I know every song by heart.
Most memorable gig you’ve been to?
The 1975 in Malahide Castle, Summer 2016. My phone was stolen, but it was still one of the best nights of my life!
Most memorable gig you’ve played?
Supporting Niall Horan in the 3Arena for three nights was definitely something I’ll never forget, especially when I got on stage the second night and the battery in my guitar was dead…
Biggest musical inspiration?
I’ve been heavily influenced by Elliott Smith, sonically, lyrically, and recording wise, and even just by his life and the person he was.
If you could only listen to five songs for the rest of your life, what would they be?
Twilight, Elliott Smith
If I Believe You, The 1975
Holding On To You, Twenty One Pilots
Mystery of Love, Sufjan Stevens.