Music Existence Because of Music, We Exist
Back in 2016, I interviewed Olya together with her then-husband Brian Viglione, the core of New York-based outfit Scarlet Sails, who had just released their self-titled debut EP at the time. While I was deeply inspired by their distinct musical upbringings, the story of how they met, and the depth of their partnership, life had a different plan and their paths diverged. Despite this happening all the while adjusting to a new life in Los Angeles, Olya eventually got back on her feet. She has since recorded new music under the name Olya Sonica, and released her first single as a solo artist, “High On Life,” on October 28th, 2022.
As of this year, Olya has released three additional singles, the latest being “I Wanna Be Your Clone”. This new batch of songs, armed with a newly barebones rock sound and equally refreshed outlook, will be part of her debut full-length album, Alchemy, slated for April 2024.
Yesterday afternoon, Olya came on to discuss what transpired since our last interview. It’s an understatement to say that a lot has changed, but as we unpack everything, we glean the understanding that there are hidden blessings beneath even the toughest challenges.
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