MD: Yeah, I feel like we’re always trying to create a sense of balance between the instruments. Sometimes it’s really about finding a space for each one to exist in the music, and other times it’s about blending them together in a way that creates a new sound altogether. It’s definitely a mix of instinct and intention, but we’re always exploring different ways to make the harp and violin work together in interesting ways.
AM: Yeah, it’s like a constant dialogue between the instruments. We’re always trying to push the boundaries of what they can do together and find new ways to express ourselves through them. It’s a really collaborative process, and we’re always learning from each other and pushing each other to try new things.
MD: Absolutely. I think that collaboration is really at the heart of what we do. We’re always bouncing ideas off each other and pushing each other to try new things. It’s really exciting to see how our music has evolved over time and how we continue to challenge ourselves and our instruments in new ways.
AM: Yeah, definitely. I think our collaborative language is always evolving, and that’s what keeps things interesting for us. We’re always looking for new ways to push the boundaries of our music and create something that feels fresh and exciting. It’s a really exciting time for us, and we’re looking forward to seeing where our music takes us next.
It’s kind of an impossible task to forget everything, but it’s a nice idea. I think the title, for me, was about trying to forget the pressure of what we’re supposed to be doing and just do what we wanted to do in that moment. It’s about trying to let go of expectations and just create from a place of honesty and authenticity. It’s about embracing the messiness of life and art and finding beauty in that chaos.
MD: Yeah, I agree. I think the title reflects a desire to strip away all the noise and just focus on the core of what we’re doing. It’s about getting back to the basics and rediscovering the joy of creating music together without all the external influences and pressures. It’s about starting fresh and allowing ourselves to be vulnerable and imperfect.
AM: And I think that vulnerability and imperfection is what makes this record special. It’s not polished or perfect, but it’s real and raw and honest. It’s a reflection of who we are and where we’re at in this moment. It’s a document of our lives and our experiences, and I think that’s what makes it so powerful.
MD: Absolutely. I think that’s the beauty of art – it allows us to express ourselves and connect with others in a way that is raw and real. It’s about sharing our humanity and our emotions in a way that transcends language and barriers. It’s about creating something that is true and authentic and meaningful. And I think that’s what we’ve tried to do with this record – to forget everything and just create from the heart.
MD: I think her ability to take something and really dive deep into it, to understand it, and then be able to create something from that deep understanding. She can take a concept or an idea and really make it her own, and that’s something I’ve always admired about her. It’s inspiring to see how she can take something and turn it into something completely unique and beautiful. It pushes me to think more critically about my own work and to constantly strive for something more meaningful and impactful.
Sabes, la inspiración que debemos tener entre los dos no es solo escribir canciones; literalmente estamos en una furgoneta juntos durante meses, solo los dos tocando shows, teniendo que entretenernos mutuamente. Y me inspira ese sentido de emoción y asombro.
Una cosa que realmente aprecio de ti es que ves la música de una manera increíblemente directa. Ya sea explicándome el temperamento igual o algo así, hablarías de ello de una manera que yo nunca podría. Cuando empezamos a tocar juntos, estaríamos sentados en la habitación y tú estarías simplemente tocando el arpa, y yo simplemente me derretiría en la pared. Simplemente se sentiría tan bien estar allí. Creo que eres un músico tan natural; simplemente lo haces. Como dijiste, has estado haciendo esto toda tu vida. Cuando llega el momento de escribir, Marilu puede tocar toda esta música clásica loca que yo no puedo, tienes toda esta facilidad para hacer estas cosas, y sin embargo llevas tu música y la conviertes en esta simple humanidad. No se trata de barreras; se trata de amabilidad. Cuando estamos escribiendo y me adentro demasiado en los detalles, tú dirás, “No, esto es simplemente esto”. Estás arraigada en la realidad de lo que es tocar música de una manera que es diferente a cualquiera que haya conocido.
Esta entrevista ha sido editada y condensada para mayor claridad y extensión.
“I Forget Everything” de LEYA ya está disponible a través de NNA Tapes.