Q&A: Jazmin Bean Redefines Heartbreak in ‘Traumatic Livelihood’ Debut
REDEFINING HEARTBREAK AND FEELINGS OF REVENGE — Singer-songwriter Jazmin Bean has unveiled their latest single, “You Know What You've Done,” marking the fourth release from their highly anticipated debut album, Traumatic Livelihood. This anthemic pop track, infused with a touch of rock, serves as a powerful ode to heartbreak, encapsulating emotions of remorse, revenge, and the pursuit of retribution against a lover who failed to take accountability.
“The inspiration behind this track was kind of getting out a lot of resentment I had towards people I felt wounded by, my attitude has definitely changed since then regarding forgiveness and acceptance since then but it was nice to unleash the beast one last time,” Bean says.
Bean authentically embodies a genuine soul, radiating an empowering sense of individualism, self-integrity and independence by simply being true to themselves through their unparalleled alt-pop sound.
Bean's artistic vision extends beyond the auditory experience, as their otherworldly visuals create a captivating fusion of inspiration, inviting listeners into a unique universe of alternative, infectious pop. Bean captures the sound and spirit of Generation Z’s genderless subculture – unapologetically impossible to define. With an avalanche of new music on the way and loyal fans awaiting their next move, the stage is set for the next era of music for Bean.
LUNA: Thank you for sitting down and talking to Luna Collective Magazine. Our readers would love to get to know you and your music more. For any readers who aren’t familiar, what inspires your artistic style and creative persona?
JAZMIN: My creativity and style are constantly evolving and refurbished. I am currently in a bubbling period of finding out which new direction I'd like to go in. I get inspiration from everywhere and I like to feel constantly inspired.
LUNA: You recently released your single “You Know What You’ve Done.” What is the inspiration behind the track?
JAZMIN: The inspiration behind this track was kind of getting out a lot of resentment I had towards people I felt wounded by, my attitude has definitely changed since then regarding forgiveness and acceptance since then but it was nice to unleash the beast one last time.
LUNA: “You Know What You’ve Done” also has an accompanying music video and I absolutely love the stunning visuals. What was the inspiration behind the video and how was your experience filming it?
JAZMIN: I love the incorporation of florals in this era. Things that remind me of spring and summer, spring and summer were really important to me in the making of this album, which is when I made it. I wanted to have rain as I feel it’s very dramatic, like the movies.
LUNA: “You Know What You’ve Done” is a sneak peek into your upcoming debut record Traumatic Livelihood. What can listeners expect from this new era of music?
JAZMIN: I think a lot of the songs on the album sound very different from the singles that have come out so I’m very excited to see what people think and what everyone’s favorites are. We just had a listening party in LA and I was really surprised to see which songs everyone connected with. It’s a very dramatic body of work and I explore a lot of different genres in it and things I’d never tried prior.
LUNA: Traumatic Livelihood touches on very personal confessions and past traumas. How does it feel to have such an intimate and vulnerable work out in the world?
JAZMIN: It feels good, I always feel touched when I hear music talking about things I feel ashamed about in my own life. I do think my work will probably remain quite intimate, I have a lot of things to get off my chest a lot of the time and just when you think life is done being so intense it packs another punch, so I do feel really okay to be vulnerable in my work. I tend to take a lot of stuff to the grave in my personal life so it’s an amazing release for me.
LUNA: What is your favorite song from Traumatic Livelihood and why do you love it so much? Is there a certain lyric, message or aspect that you gravitate towards the most?
JAZMIN: I love the songs “bitch with the gun” and “shit show.” I felt like I was evolving and trying new things when I made them and those are ones who went through a lot of trial and error and evolution in the studio.
LUNA: What was the hardest song to write, either lyrically, emotionally or sonically?
JAZMIN: I think maybe “Stockholm Butterfly” or “black dress,” those two are emotional for me. I had to actually change a lot of the lyrics because I surprisingly found them too extreme and free-thinking. Sonically I’d have to say “fish,” that one I nearly gave up on but I am so happy with how it came out.
LUNA: What was the biggest lesson or breakthrough you’ve had while creating the project?
JAZMIN: To just look forward, I spend so much time in regret and only look back once again wishing I didn’t spend all that time looking back. I also learned that life will continue, just buckle up.
LUNA: What is some career advice you wish someone has given you or you could give your younger self in terms of navigating the music industry?
JAZMIN: Just do what you want to do, people can see through it most of the time, and don’t be afraid to evolve.
LUNA: How are you feeling in this current era of your career and what does the rest of the year look like for you that you would like to share with Luna?
JAZMIN: I am very excited about what this year has to offer for me! I have some festivals coming up and I’d love to go on tour again for this album and make more visuals.
