We had a chat with emerging Italian pianist and vocalist Sara De Sanctis following the release of her third emphatic and memorable single ‘Fading’
Since the release of her 2021 debut single ‘Serendipity’, classically trained Italian pianist and vocalist Sara De Sanctis has been establishing her atmospheric and textured sound, and showcasing her grace and composure as an artist.
Her third and latest single is the effortlessly captivating ‘Fading’, a track that explores feelings of obsession, loss of identity, and neglect. The track is just the latest example of the nuance and unique flavour that Sara and her work have, and her initial offerings have foreshadowed a world of potential and excitement in the artist’s future. We managed to track Sara down for a chat, and found out some more about the fledgling project.
Who TF is Sara De Sanctis?
I’m an alternative pop singer/songwriter and pianist, originally from Italy but based in London.
How long have you been making music?
I started writing music when I was 10 but they were mainly piano pieces. During my teenage years I started writing songs, and I later also became interested in composition and started writing music for media. I only released my first single in 2021 and this year I started releasing songs more regularly.
Why do you make music?
I started playing when I was 4 and creating music has always been the best way to express myself. Of course I love it, but it’s more of a need than a passion. It drives me completely crazy but I would not want to do anything else.
What are your biggest influences?
Björk, Thom Yorke, Kate Bush, Agnes Obel, Diana Krall and classical music.
What would you say has been your best moment so far?
Honestly, my best moment has been seeing my first song on Spotify for the first time. I had other achievements I was really happy about of course, but deciding to start was my biggest one, as I spent years judging my voice and my songs to the extent I never thought I could release anything anytime soon.
How would you describe your sound to somebody unfamiliar with it?
Like nothing you want to listen to while sipping a cocktail on the beach. My songs usually develop slowly, are nostalgic and are built on textures more than lyrics.
What’s your dream “I’ve made it” moment?
A very ambitious probably unrealistic dream is to collaborate with my reference artists; I am also really passionate about film music, so I would love to listen to one of my songs on a movie.
We love your new single ‘Fading’ and its video, what more can you tell us about it?
Fading is a song about obsession, to the point of neglecting oneself. This idea is translated into music with one motif that repeats again and again and deteriorates every time. For the video I wanted to reflect this concept: I chose colours which would make me look as ‘ill’ and lifeless; I also wanted to have broken glass pieces on my face, to symbolise the idea that in being obsessed, we lose our identity and become a mere broken reflection of what’s outside.
What else do you have planned for the near future?
I am about to finish my conducting studies, I’m performing live with a jazz trio, and will release my alternative pop EP in autumn. This summer I’d also like to start working on a jazz solo project I have been wanting to do for a while.
And finally, who is your biggest fan right now?
My family and friends, my partner and my artists community, who are always incredibly supportive.
