Wallace: Lost In Space
Wellington’s Wallace has just released her highly-anticipated debut album AND OTHER COLOURS, and we wanted to know a little more about her influences and what inspires this incredible artist. We asked Wallace if she got lost in space, (and happened to have a record player), what are 5 albums she absolutely couldn't live without?
Album #1
New Amerykah Part One (4th World War)
- Erykah Badu
"I was introduced to Erykah Badu in my late teens and fell instantly in love with her lyricism, tone and style. She has been a huge influence on me as an artist and I know her entire catalogue intimately."
Album #2
Little Dragon - Little Dragon (First Studio Album)
"Little Dragon's sound is so unique. I'm endlessly inspired by the imagery they conjure and Yukimi's voice and stage presence are incredible."
Album #3
The Velvet Rope - Janet Jackson
"This was one of the first albums I owned and the first big concert I went to. I used to dance around my room to this and still know every line, even spoken interludes."
Album #4
Carmen McRae Sings Lover Man - Carmen McRae
"Carmen McRae is definitely one of my favourite jazz singers. She just has such a unique raw tone and her delivery is so effortless. I 'borrowed/ still have' this particular album from the hair salon my mum worked at when I was young."
Album #5
Respect M.E - Missy Elliot
"I love to dance almost as much as I love to sing and I loose it EVERYTIME Pass The Dutch comes on. Missy Elliot + Timberland are one of the greatest writing teams in history, hands down."
Wallace's Playlist Picks
Finally, we asked Wallace if she could hook us up with her go-to Spotify playlist for an even deeper dive into the mind of Wallace. Enjoy!