by Randy Wayne Belt
You may remember awhile back I did a review of the music of
recording artist Naomi Psalm called "The Musical Art of Naomi Psalm". (http://bit.ly/1KLUp3T )
And remember that section that talked about looking for a
song by Naomi Psalm in October that was to be in a movie titled Ghostumentary?
Well, it's here! The title of the song, "Now You See
Me", and the atmosphere created in the song were made to fit perfectly for the film with the
line "Now you see me - now you don't".
And as always, with Naomi's consistently good songwriting,
it is not only a good fit for the film but is also a very catchy song that will definitely
be stuck in your head!
Produced by Scot Alexander (from the Band 'Dishwalla'), the big thumpy beat that comes in and the thick bass sounds
drive the song home accenting, pulsating and drawing you into all those little
nuances, such as the effects on the vocals, which in spots will leave a haunting impression
as you hear it in stereo. (Yes, stereo is still the best way to listen to music) The mixing
job and effects on the vocals
are perfect and helped lend to the song the haunting effect
that make the lyrics come alive.
The depth of Psalm's songwriting will always intrigue as you
wonder what some of the deeper meanings of the lyrics are when she sings "I'm
not only in your dreams, but that's the way it seems". If you are a fan of the song “Ink”
from the Stare album, you’ll also be a fan of “Now You See Me”, whcih is in the same creative
vein.
Naomi Psalm has proved once again that she is a consistently
good songwriter and
vocalist.
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Interview
Randy: How did you get started in music?
Naomi: I began writing poetry when I was 8. When I was 13, I
inherited my grandfather's guitar and started playing. I am self taught,
and would glean inspiration from friends of my parents that would come over and jam all
the time.
Randy: Explain your passion for music:
Naomi: I am deeply passionate about music. It is what makes
me feel alive. The world seems right when I am performing music, writing songs, and
creating art.
Randy: What other creative arts are you into if any?
Naomi: I'm also a visual artist using the medium of water
acrylics. I got into that in 2003 when I didn't want to pay someone else to design my album
cover.
Randy: I also paint (oil paint), so I have to ask, was there
any artists (visual) that have inspired you or that you look up to?
Naomi: No one in particular. I just really like artists that
paint abstract and colorful.
Randy: Do you have a “pet” instrument? (your favorite
guitar, a ukulele, etc.)
Naomi: My takamine is my favorite guitar and has been with
me since my dad bought me it in 1993. It gets better with age.
Randy: Yeah, the older the instruments the better they
sound. So, who are your biggest influences and musical role models?
Naomi: Brandi Carlile is one of my biggest influences. She's
is an incredible singer/songwriter who really moves me.
Randy: What are you working on and what’s in the future for
Naomi Psalm?
Naomi: I am finishing up an EP right now, as well as 2 music
videos. I also just released a song that is in a movie 'Ghostumentary'
Randy: Does the EP you're working on have a title yet? And
can you divulge any of the song titles from the EP?
Naomi: I have a title rolling around in my head, but it's
top secret at this point.“Hole in the Carpet” and “The Postman” are 2 song titles
I'll give away.
Randy: How did you get hooked up with doing the song for
Ghostumentary? Did you write the song specifically for the movie? Or did
you have something you were already working on that you tailored to the movie? How
did it come together creatively?
Naomi: I am friends with one of the movie directors and he
needed a theme song. I watched some rough footage for inspiration, and wrote the
song specifically for the movie. That song came together really fast for me. The
lyrics and music happened simultaneously.
Randy: Do you have any collaborations going on or planned?
Naomi: There are 2 newly released songs out on YouTube that
I have written with a local musician Ryan Bayne.
Randy: Cool! Link us up.
Randy: Oh yes! Know and love those songs! Thanks for taking
the time to interview!
Naomi: Sure! Thank YOU
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| Photo Credit: Jennifer Baker |
You can preview and purchase "Now You See Me" on
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