Maya Elise

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About Maya Elise

In the artist’s words: Describe one of your earliest musical memories in detail. The first time I saw Regina Carter play jazz violin, my mind was completely blown. I saw someone improvising and literally PLAYING with music. I could see her creative spirit shine in a way I aspired to. What are your top 3 all-time favorite albums on Apple Music, and why? Why did you choose these three albums in particular? PHOX, PHOX (Deluxe Version) Waxahatchee, Saint Cloud All three of these albums tell such incredible stories, and from the very first track I was drawn in. Katie Crutchfield, Monica Martin, and the whole band of Michelle are so inspiring to me. Find a song of yours on Apple Music that you love and tell us what makes it special. Tell us why you chose this song. “Better Bird” My band and I are so proud of this song - it's our anthem for being "enough," for not giving into fear, and for holding joy as a powerful spiritual and political tool.

HOMETOWN
Oakland, CA, United States
GENRE
Folk

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