Mereki on Her Album 'Buttercup', Musical Influences, and Dream of Recording in France

Introducing Mereki and 'Buttercup'

• 🎤 Mereki, an Australian-English singer-songwriter, discusses her second album, 'Buttercup', which she describes as a love song record and her most personal work to date.
• 💡 The album's authenticity was paramount, with a focus on genuine songwriting and recording processes.
• 🐶 The album is named after her dog, Buttercup, who serves as an emblem for unconditional love and opening up to more love in life.

Musical Influences and Creative Process

• 🇫🇷 Mereki cites French bands Phoenix and Air as major influences, alongside a love for French new age cinema and Michel Legrand scores.
• 🎬 Her previous record was aesthetically influenced by the French film 'Podan'.
• 🇬🇧 Recording her new album in London, with collaborators like Danny Harrison, allowed her to connect with her English roots and influenced the album's sound, differentiating it from her LA-based music.
• 💔 The song 'Hollywood Sign' is described as a breakup song with Los Angeles.

Supporting Women in Music and Future Aspirations

• 🤝 Mereki launched 'Mereki's Clubhouse' in LA to support women musicians, producers, and songwriters, fostering confidence and collaboration.
• ✨ She highlights the incredible nature of women and the importance of exploring their creative contributions.
• 🇫🇷 Recording in France is a dream, with hopes that her next album might be recorded there.
• 🌍 While currently focusing on Europe, she also expresses a desire to tour in Japan.

Other Music News and Releases

• 🎤 The segment also features new releases from Demi Lovato ('It's Not That Deep' album), Serj Tankian (covering Chris De Burgh), and Irish band Just Mustard.
• 🎶 System of a Down will embark on a stadium tour in 2026, including dates in Paris, supported by Queens of the Stone Age.
• 🇫🇷 Mereki is excited about an upcoming showcase in France and plans more touring in the next year.