WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO START A BAND?
I've been singing and writing poetry since I can remember. I was always head of choir in school, was lead singer in the school band and had my own band throughout high school. After graduating from University, I started a job in the arts and began finding less and less time to practice and write. So I made a commitment, along with a few friends, to meet up once a week and perform or write.
HOW DID YOU COME UP WITH YOUR BAND'S NAME?
I love Marlowe the poet and think the name harnesses that creativity. Jean I got from Jean Harlow, a dazzling bleach blond movie star who wasn't afraid to play with her androgyny. I like how people often think bands like Led Zeppelin could be one person, and I think Jean Marlow formulated this powerful persona for all the band mates.
WHAT DO YOU ENJOY THE MOST ABOUT SINGING AND BEING IN A BAND? WRITING/ TOURING/ RECORDING?
I enjoy writing more than anything. I love to sing and perform but it can be pretty nerve racking at times. Similarly, I love recording and watching and listening how the song can grow from its origins. But when it comes to writing, it's a story, it's a journey, and it's real life. Writing is therapeutic for me, often it helps me end chapters in my life or start new ones.
CAN YOU DESCRIBE YOUR SOUND IN THREE WORDS?
Strength, soulful, satisfaction
WHO ARE YOUR FAVOURITE ARTISTS ( MUSIC AND ART)?
Definitely Dolly Parton and Stevie Nicks. They're two women who've stayed authentic to who they are but have also been able to write for countless other musicians because their craft and stories apply to so many individuals.
My favourite painter has to be Salvador Dali. He's commercial but with good reason. He's an absolute talent and original thinker.
FAVOURITE CITY?
That's a toss between Mexico City and Tokyo. They're both so different and yet so wonderfully colourful.
WHICH LIVING PERSON DO YOU ADMIRE?
Greta Thunberg
WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE THING TO DO ON YOUR DAY OFF?
I love to cook with my family and friends. I'm very happy staying at home with a good meal and a comedy in play.
ANY PLANS TO PLAY LIVE SOON?
I've got some exciting things lined up for the New Years. Dates to follow soon!
WHAT IS YOUR MOTTO?
Always give your best and always strive forward
ANY LAST WORDS OF ADVICE FOR PEOPLE WHO WANT TO START THEIR OWN BAND?
Nothing's easy but if you love something, never give up. You should always find the time to practice and write, even if you get home from work at 9pm and all you want to do is curl up and go to bed. Don't. Dedicate at least twenty minutes just to write something, just to figure out a melody you can work on and evolve with.
@isabelgetty
''Nothing's easy but if you love something, never give up. You should always find the time to practice and write, even if you get home from work at 9pm and all you want to do is curl up and go to bed. Don't. Dedicate at least twenty minutes just to write something, just to figure out a melody you can work on and evolve with''