True expression is hard when performing opera. The problem is that opera relies on the dramatic context of the piece. It can be interpreted and represented, but there are guidelines; there is a vocabulary within the pieces that you must know objectively and reflect. Zola Jesus contextdramaticexpression share on social
Everything I do is a reflection of the duality within me. Musically, I really love things that are very synthetic and unnatural. And I also like the organic and human... the intrinsic, I guess. Zola Jesus dualityguesshuman Change image and share on social
The greatest benefit of being a solo performer is that it is seriously frightening, but at the same time very empowering. It's just you and the audience. All the weight is on you to deliver the songs. Zola Jesus audiencebenefitdeliver Change image and share on social
I guess something people wouldn't expect me to listen to are artists like Alicia Keys. But she is so incredibly talented. She has this huge voice and great work ethic, which I really respect in an artist. She is also very humble and gracious and devoted to her skill. Zola Jesus aliciaartistdevote share on social
I don't know why people think I'm a Goth - that's a misconception. Zola Jesus gothmisconceptionpeople Change image and share on social
I think I'm making music that's pretty universal. Zola Jesus makemusicpretty Change image and share on social
No matter what you do, if there's something you're afraid of, you need to break through it. Zola Jesus afraidbreakmatter Change image and share on social
The only reason I would write a break-up song is because my own problem of allowing myself to relate to people. Zola Jesus allowbreakpeople Change image and share on social
People don't really understand who I am. They always think that I'm very dark or depressed, but it couldn't be further from the truth! Zola Jesus darkdepresspeople Change image and share on social
