Formula Indie Sessions – Interview with West Luke

What is your earliest memory connected to music?

Listening to Hard Day’s Night (The Beatles) with my uncle. He loved The Beatles!

How did your passion for creating music begin?

I think the way Marty McFly played the guitar in Back to the Future

What’s the story behind your current music project?

I’m looking for a sound that is genuine and personal.

How would you describe your sound to someone who has never heard your music before?

Acoustic guitars mixed with electronics. I like though give space to drums and bass

What is one thing you’ve learned that completely changed the way you make music?

Not barriers in the way the harmony should mix

What tools, instruments, or software are essential in your creative process?

Piano and guitar. 

Which indie artist or song are you loving right now?

Damon Albarn is the genius, no limits in terms of creation. I also appreciate the Pop vibe of Harry Styles. 

How have your personal experiences influenced your music and artistic vision?

In the way I tell the stories. 

What emotions or messages do you hope listeners take from your work?

The same emotions I feel when I hear other’s songs, the willing to listen in repeat the same song for hours

 What’s the most important lesson music has taught you so far?

Be yourself

What is a dream venue or festival you would love to perform at?

Royal Albert Hall

If you could collaborate with any artist, past or present, who would it be and why?

Jonh Lennon

Where can our listeners follow and support your music? (Website,Spotify, IG, links)

Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/artist/2qWJCUl0Eu73Cw2jQAoaT3?si=44HhY_ZzSfqDgF3BFXp4GA ) and YouTube (https://youtube.com/@alexreesemusic?si=S_QMyOYr7FjmSnLn) and all the major platforms

Looking toward the future, what’s your dream for the next chapter of your musical journey?

Having more recognition and music followers

What do you hope listeners will discover about you along the way?

All my songs