Formula Indie Sessions _ Interview with Spiderlily
Spiderlily, the pseudonym of Letizia Albertinazzi, is a 24-year-old young singer-songwriter and music producer. She was born and raised in Italy, on the shores of Lake Maggiore.
Inspired by the “Higanbana” (彼岸花) — the Japanese flower that blooms at the threshold of the afterlife — the name Spiderlily symbolizes protection, transformation and that suspended moment between the earthly and the spiritual. Her music is born as a healing ritual: an intimate journey where pain is transmuted and beauty emerges from the shadows.
In June 2025, she released her first single, called “Ocean Floor”. A nostalgic folk-pop track that explores the themes of grief and the search for identity.
What is your earliest memory connected to music?
I don’t remember the exact moment when I fell in love with music. It’s something I’ve always been drawn to since I was a child. I would spend hours listening to my parents’ CDs: there was one by Adriano Celentano that I was obsessed with. I learned all the lyrics by heart, and nobody could stop me from singing them all the time. One of the sweetest memories I have is when I insisted my dad buy me a toy violin I had seen in a shop, and instead he brought me a real one. I was so fascinated by that instrument.
How did your passion for creating music begin?
It started when I was a little girl. I loved humming random melodies and inventing lyrics on the spot. I created mini-songs about literally everything. For example, if I was in the car with my mom, I would sing about what was happening on the street: the other cars, the pedestrians, the traffic lights…
As I grew older, writing songs began to feel like a need. I started experimenting with software like Audacity and GarageBand.
That need has never gone away: now, I study music creation and production at university.
What’s the story behind your current music project?
I wrote my first single, “Ocean Floor,” in January 2025. There was a topic that needed to come out of me very urgently. Two and a half years ago, I went through a very difficult season in my life, since I suffered a loss. The circumstances were so painful that I struggled to talk about it with my loved ones.
Working on “Ocean Floor” was a cathartic experience, since it allowed me to stay in touch with my emotions and memories, and to transform them into something with a clear direction. I believe that transmuting pain into beauty is one of the main goals I want to achieve with my music.
Producing “Ocean Floor” on my own wasn’t easy, but I’m happy I’ve planted my first little seed.
How would you describe your sound to someone who has never heard your music before?
I would describe it as an alternative pop with a cinematic, dreamlike and introspective touch. If you like ethereal melodies, string arrangements and travelling with your imagination, my music is for you.
What is one thing you’ve learned that completely changed the way you make music?
Definitely the importance of working with other artists. In the past, my way of writing music was very intimate. Because of a bit of shyness, I was reluctant to share the creative process with anyone else. However, I’ve learned that if you find the right people to work with, the journey becomes rewarding and enriching. It’s all about energy: you can feel when someone can bring good energy to your project, because they’re truly dedicated to it.
What tools, instruments, or software are essential in your creative process?
When I’m writing, I need to keep track of everything, so definitely the voice memos of my phone and a notebook. Even a hummed melody that comes out randomly can make the difference and become one of the main melodies of a song. Another essential tool is a dictionary or a translator, since I always want to find the perfect words to express my feelings.
Which indie artist or song are you loving right now?
Currently, I’m so into “Melt” by Not for Radio, María Zardoya’s new solo project. The album is great and it’s been inspiring me so much lately. Other incredible albums I’m listening to a lot are “Nozomi” by Masako Ohta and Matthias Lindermayr and “Dummy” by Portishead.
How have your personal experiences influenced your music and artistic vision?
When I was little, I went through several dark moments. Those experiences left indelible scars on me, which is why it’s a necessity for me to bring out what’s inside. I want to embrace my scars through my art, accepting that they’re part of me without letting them define me. I believe there is nothing more spiritual than turning pain into art.
What emotions or messages do you hope listeners take from your work?
I would love for my music to make people’s souls travel. I hope it evokes images, smells, sensations, and more. And of course, it would be an honour if they ever felt understood, embraced, and validated through it.
What’s the most important lesson music has taught you so far?
That I must never stop learning and being curious about it. No matter how far I go, music is so vast that I will never be able to fully understand it. That’s part of its beauty, too: just when you think you’ve understood it a little more, it slips away again.
What is a dream venue or festival you would love to perform at?
I don’t have specific preferences. I am open to any venue or festival. It would be an honor.
If you could collaborate with any artist, past or present, who would it be and why?
This is a difficult question! There are too many artists I would love to collaborate with. On the spot, I would say Honey Gentry. She is one of those artists whose music takes me to places I’ve never been to, but I seem to have known them forever. Another one is Hope Sandoval, even if it would be a complete utopia. Her music is pure poetry. She’s one of my biggest inspirations.
Where can our listeners follow and support your music? (Website,Spotify, IG, links)
IG: @spidrliily https://www.instagram.com/spidrliily/
TikTok: @spidrlilyy https://www.tiktok.com/@spidrlilyy
YouTube: @spidrliily https://www.youtube.com/@spidrliily
Looking toward the future, what’s your dream for the next chapter of your musical journey?
I would love to perform “Ocean Floor” and my new music for a crowd, to let my songs be imbued with a new energy. It would be magical.
What do you hope listeners will discover about you along the way?
I’m always happy to share my growth and my musical journey. I like to experiment and let myself be guided by my current experiences and emotions. Along the way, I hope listeners will discover my authenticity and the way I evolve through my music. And of course, I hope my new songs resonate with those who are hearing me for the first time.
