“So you have an English literature degree, do you have any authors or poets that you like to take inspiration from for your songs?” Opening up about her music and her experiences in the world so far, Hope Tala shared with me everything from her inspirations to how fans have impacted her. It was easy to see that she pours herself into her projects and what genuine energy surrounds her. During her interview, she continued to be so kind and thoughtful with each of her answers.
“We’re just here to keep you entertained while you wait,” not realizing what a huge portion of the crowd was solely there to see her. “Thank you for coming to see Alina Baraz,” Hope Tala said during her opening performance. It was surprising to see how humble Hope Tala was, both on and off stage. Many of those in front seemed to melt as she reached for their hands while she sang. The audience appeared to feed off this energy. Although Tala was only accompanied by a keyboardist and a guitarist, she filled the space with her presence, dancing and skipping across the stage during songs. From slower ballads, like her song “Drugstore” that swayed the audience, to bossa nova beats like “Lovestained,” her set carried ethereal energy. until February, Hope Tala played songs that ranged her entire discography on the tour’s stop in San Diego last Thursday, Nov.
Opening for Alina Baraz, whose tour travels throughout the U.S. 4, on their San Diego stop of the Alone With You tourīringing such a down-to-earth yet exciting energy to the stage, it is apparent that every part of Hope Tala’s music is truly a reflection of herself. While opening for Alina Baraz, we sat down with Hope Tala for a great conversation on Nov.