Bree New Moon. Changing the world by using music to calm the confused, inspire the ignored, delight the downtrodden, to uplift the unlovely, to dance with the disappointed, to embrace
Interview conducted on January 27, 2021
By Dan Locke
Bree’s alignment with nature stays true to her passion for the environment. Bree plans to use her platform with music to raise awareness to the causes she holds close, like environmental awareness, equality and access to quality education. Born to a Native American mother and African American father, Bree New Moon is her given name. The name is a perfect fit for her kind and spiritual ethos, humanizing her for fans all over the world who might be able to relate to her journey. Her music’s transparency is refreshing during a time when people crave authenticity. And “A Flower Blooms” does just that; Bree New Moon delivers an honest look into her world in hopes that you’ll invite her into yours.
How did you discover music?
My parents listened to a lot of music when I was growing up. They used to randomly start dancing with each other and even though I was grossed out by it when I was younger, I really appreciate the magic of those moments and the role music played in them now.
Since you are part Native American, have you added any elements of Native American culture into your music?
I always say that I believe my drum patterns are influenced by my Native American culture because of how significant drums are in the culture. Native Americans pray with drums and party with drums, and I think that has made my drum patterns pretty specific. I do want to have an interlude in Lakota or something like that on an album one day too.
Since Bree New Moon is your given name what does it mean?
New Moon is my Native American name and my legal middle name. My mom says she gave it to me because a new moon is special since it only comes once a month.
Describe your music.
The only way I can describe my music is it’s a vibe!! If I had to put it into a genre, I would call it Pop/R&B. I’d like to think it’s pretty sensual, but fun at the same time. I think it’s a style and story people in their late teens to 20 somethings would feel represented by and relate to.
How did you get your first guitar, and do you still have it?
Funny you should ask! My first guitar was a First Act electric guitar that my parents got me for Christmas. I broke the E string on it the day I got it and I don’t think I ever played it again, but I’ve had it all this time and my mom finally sold it today!
What is your guitar of choice now? Year, make and model?
Another perfectly timed question! I just bought a 2020 Gibson 1960s B-25 from the Custom Shop and I’m in love with it! It’s nice and small which makes it a lot easier for someone like me who is also kind of small to play! Even though it has a small body, it somehow still has a pretty big beautiful sound for its size which makes it really versatile so I can play it live or record with it.
Did I mention, I’m in love with it?
What was the title of your first original song? Did you record it?
My first completed original song was called “Anymore.” I haven’t recorded it, but I may one day. It’s just me and the piano singing about a relationship that didn’t work out and reflecting on all the things that person and I don’t do anymore because we’re not together. It’s a sad girl song, but I think it’s really pretty and I hope I get to release it at some point.
What is your favorite track on your new album?
Noooo! I can’t answer this! It’s like asking someone to pick their favorite child! I will say that they’ve all been my favorite at some point. Right now, I think it would have to be “Empty” because we just shot the video for it and I’m really happy with how it turned out. It’ll be out very soon, so keep an eye out for it!
