NY-based dark singer Lana Blac has been creating a name for herself online and is gearing up to release a slew of new songs guaranteed to rock you to your core. A life-long artist, she has harnessed the power of social media to gain a substantial following of over 78,000 on Instagram and 7500 on Facebook. Channeling vibes from artists like, In This Moment, Marilyn Manson, Madonna, Rob Zombie, and Evanescence, fans are eagerly anticipating her debut release.
Lana Blac began writing for this project in 2013 and after 5 years she has crafted the perfect sound for her style. Teaming up with Tim McMurtrie of TripSquad Productionz (original guitarist of NYHC band M.O.D.) and Eric Rachel of Trax East and has recorded 5 dark and heavy tracks which are set to be released in the fall of 2018. Follow Lana’s social media to stay up to date with her upcoming projects.
In this interview spotlight, I chat with Lana about her newest release, motivations, challenges and more.
Full Q&A along with links and music below.
Where are you from and what style of Music do you create? (In your own words, not necessarily in marketing terms or by popular genre classifications.)
I was born and raised in NYC. My music I create is in the rock genre.
What led you down this path of music and what motivates you to stay the course?
Music to me is a major outlet for creativity and put things into the atmosphere that are attractive to me. Music is my life.
How is “Suck You In” different than previous work you have done? Did you set out to accomplish anything specific?
“Suck You In” represents and embodies Lana Blac. That is why it is my first single. There is nothing more amazing than letting people listen to my music and feel the emotion that I draw to it.
Do you face challenges as an indie musician in a digital age? How has technology helped you (assuming it helps)?
I think everyone does of course but I am 100% ready to take on that challenge.
Where can we connect with you online and discover more music?
I am on All major social media platforms and my song is now available on every Major digital online store worldwide.
Anything else before we sign off?
Yes, stay tuned for more exciting news and updates about my music. Album release date TBA.
