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Jezabelle’s Reign Over Heartbreak, Revenge, and Resurrection
- Editorial Board
- 2 days ago
- 3 min read
The indie pop villainess reclaims her power through synth-driven confessions and fearless storytelling
Today we have the pleasure to have Jezabelle here on Goathead.
GHR: What inspired you to start writing music?
Jezabelle: I was the first car stopped at a red light on a bright, sunny day when a white Corvette whirred past me. I felt a wave of emotion, almost like I could hear the chorus—“The devil drives a white Corvette!” I recorded a voice memo right then. It was tied to an old memory of being stalked by my abusive ex-husband who drove a similar car. He had already passed away, but I knew at that moment I was finally ready to share my story through music.
Months later, I was in the studio—invited by friends—and suddenly I was recording song after song. I had worked on other music projects before, but they never landed. This one was mine. And it felt right to write songs that other survivors of domestic abuse could relate to. That pain had nearly stolen my voice, but I realized telling my story might help someone else feel seen.
GHR: Can you tell us more about your experience performing live at gigs and what was the most memorable experience you’ve had?
Jezabelle: While I was graduating from the Kansas City Art Institute, I met my mentor Peregrine Honig. She brought me into The West 18th Street Fashion Show—an iconic Kansas City event now hitting 25 years. I started by designing their billboards and flyers, but I always had my eyes on the stage.
Eventually, I got to perform. Singing in front of 300 people was surreal, and now, prepping for my third year with the show, I’ve been lucky to share the stage with artists like Mike Dillon and Calvin Arsenia. Total pinch-me moments.
GHR: What is your process for songwriting?
Jezabelle: Inspiration usually hits when I’m driving—almost all my best lyrics come to me during long commutes. I’ve become best friends with the speak-to-text feature.
Once in the studio, I stay open to the process. Sometimes I bring a vibe, sometimes a lyric fragment or an instrument. Then I work closely with my producer, pulling the pieces together and letting the magic happen.
I usually finish the song’s structure in the first session and revisit it once or twice. The time between sessions gives me a chance to experiment vocally and emotionally connect with the track. Even when I feel silly trying new things, those risks usually pay off.
GHR: What motivates you to create music and bring awareness to your past through your songs?
Jezabelle: I was literally born into music—my dad practiced drums while my mom was pregnant with me. I grew up playing in church bands, singing on stage twice a week. That gave me performance confidence early on.
But my musical journey shifted after leaving the church. I began subverting the narratives I’d grown up with, which is how the name Jezabelle came about. The biblical Jezabel was demonized for living life on her terms. That hit home.
When I left my abusive marriage, the church didn’t support me. Despite nearly dying, I was abandoned. My ex spun a false narrative, and no one believed me. I had to rebuild from nothing—with therapy, with resilience, with music.
My therapist once wrote me a list: get divorced, go to college, make music. It’s still on my fridge. Becoming Jezabelle was my reclamation. “YES! I am her! And you better watch out!”
GHR: Could you share some insights into your next projects?
Jezabelle: Right now, I’m in the middle of shooting a music video for my next single, Lord of the Flies, dropping in June 2025. I’m working with Matt Thomas at Matte Glossy Media—he brought my chaotic vision to life, complete with hazers, dramatic lighting, and pig-masked extras.
This follows my recent release Say Less, and I’ve got more singles lined up in the coming months. I’m also developing a full-length album with my producer Nokturn (Trevor Dibben), and I’m excited to shape this era into something fierce, cohesive, and completely me.
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