CROCHET Butterflies and DARK Pop? Briauna Rapid Fire

CROCHET Butterflies and DARK Pop? Briauna Rapid Fire

Author: Zak Davis & Matt Allen June 30, 2026 Duration: 22:05

CROCHET butterflies and DARK pop vibes with Briauna—our fastest Rapid Fire yet from Independent Music & Artist Interviews. 🎙️

Briauna pulled up for a Rapid Fire round that goes from wholesome to unhinged in the best way—crochet butterflies, dark pop energy, and the creative mindset behind the world she’s building as an indie artist.

If you love quick questions, real answers, and finding new artists before they blow up, this one’s for you. This is exactly why we do Independent Music & Artist Interviews—to show the human behind the art.

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Chapters

00:00:00 Rapid‑Fire Kickoff & Handmade Gifts

00:03:30 Influences, Road‑Trip Pick & Creative Philosophy

00:07:00 First Songs, Childhood Stories & Early Creativity

00:10:30 Secret Languages, School Projects & Growing Up Different

00:14:00 Perfect Pitch, Sensory Overload & Musician Life

00:17:30 Storytelling, Metaphors & The Heart of Independent Music


There's a particular energy to music made outside the mainstream, and ZHZ Podcast: Independent Music, Artist Interviews & The Utah Scene digs right into the heart of it. Hosts Zak Davis and Matt Allen, from the Z Frequency project, use their platform to amplify the voices often heard only in local venues or home studios. Each episode feels like a conversation among friends, one that just happens to be packed with the kind of practical insights and honest stories that artists usually share after the show. You'll hear from emerging independent musicians not only about their creative process but also about the real, unglamorous work of building a career from the ground up. While the pulse of Utah's vibrant local scene provides a consistent backdrop, the discussions here resonate with anyone curious about the DIY ethos shaping modern culture. This podcast serves as a vital connection point, offering listeners an authentic look at the people and passion behind the tracks. It’s for fans who want to discover their next favorite artist before anyone else and for creators looking for camaraderie and actionable advice. Tune in for genuine interviews that skip the superficial talk and get straight to what matters in independent music.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

ZHZ Podcast: Independent Music & Artist Interviews
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