Young people are a key part of our gig-theatre show Lost in Music. We’ve recruited local young musicians for each venue on the tour who will perform with the professional cast. Young people are also involved with the marketing campaign for the show. Here’s an interview from our Young Marketeer Jodie Rae:
In this piece, I interview Kate Kyle, a 20-year-old singer-songwriter from Dumfries. Kate has worked on a number of collaborative projects with other artists and most recently released her 2022 single Tell Me Something.
How does music play a part in your life?
“I’ve always done music. I’ve always loved it. I’ve done it throughout school and now I’m studying it at uni. I’m literally doing it all the time, my homework is music, etc. It’s a hobby but also, I’d love to make it my job. I can’t imagine not doing it.”
What do you use music for?
“So, for me, it’s like a hobby, but it’s also very much an outlet. I write my own music so it’s just a way for me to get everything out. I perform a lot and so I love connecting with an audience, and people coming up afterwards and saying what songs they liked. It means a lot. I love that whole aspect of making a connection with people.”
What is your favourite type of music?
“I love everything. You can put on any playlist, and I will be totally content. But probably country, singer-songwriters. I’ll always love those. I can always come back to them and feel at ease. But I also love pop and things like that. My favourite artist changes all the time – Fleetwood Mac, Stevie Nicks, Taylor Swift etc. A bit of rock, a bit of country.”
How do you feel when you listen to the music that you love?
“Whenever I’m doing something, I always have music on. If I’m walking to the shop, I’ll play music. Or waking up or going for a shower. It can put you at ease. Or if you’re getting ready, it can get your energy levels up. The other thing is that you can talk about music with somebody else and make a connection with them.”
What has been your favourite musical experience in your life?
“The last single (Tell Me Something) that I put out in July was a really fun experience, like the whole recording experience. I hadn’t done that in a while. The production side, sorting everything out, the whole writing process and organising things with people like Dave from Circa16 – it was just a lot of fun. That was probably the most recent experience that I just loved doing. But also, in the summer, I played at King Tuts and that was incredible and so much fun supporting Riley. I had never been to that venue before and getting to play there, with everyone being so lovely – that was fun.
But also, I’ve enjoyed working on projects with different people. I do a lot of work on my own, which I love. But I love writing with other people and bouncing ideas off of them.”
Why do you think live music is important?
“I think it’s a great way for people to catch music. Whether it’s an arena, or a small venue, people always want to listen to music. Post-covid, people are just more appreciative of live shows. I can’t imagine what life would be like without live music.”
What are some of your earliest memories of music?
“So probably TV shows, like children’s TV shows. I remember Barney, the theme tune was my favourite. But also, my mum would always have CDs like The Eagles or Dolly Parton and play them in the car. That’s some of my earliest memories. But at Christmas, when I got a little older, I got CDs and would always have them on. But I’d always remember the theme tunes to TV shows and sing along to them.”
How do you think music can help benefit people?
“I think in so many ways, no matter what age you are. Even with health conditions, it can help people so much. It’s such a good outlet, but also great to just learn an instrument. It’s a social thing as well. With live gigs, you can go with your friends. Or you can go alone and meet new people. I don’t know anyone who doesn’t listen to music, whether that’s radio or music in film etc. There is no negative part of it.”
Jodie Rae is a singer-songwriter, musician, and actor from the West Coast of Scotland. Jodie uses her music as a raw, unfiltered outlet that reflects her own experiences with love, self, and loss. She has gigged and performed theatrically across Scotland, at events such as Celtic Connections, DMC’s The PLAZA, and the Dumfries and Galloway Arts Festival.
Lost in Music
Touring Scotland from 16 Sept – 7 Oct 2022
Tickets on sale now.