Solitude and connection: a reality and desire for Montréal-based pop artist Flara K. Having spent half a decade in a van as a touring artist before transitioning to a solo artist and professional songwriter, she spent the last three years in studios in Montréal, London, Paris and LA writing what is to become her debut album. The time is now to share the sound of Flara K, and the woman she’s become in the process.
Having previously released a series of short EPs and several one-off singles, primarily as a featured artist, this new body of work encapsulates a world of personal stories, both heavy and light, intertwined with tongue-in-cheek lyrics that showcase what womanhood has felt like for Flara K.
With the release of Flara K’s debut album, Seasons, she’s reminded of the connection she longed for on the floor of her childhood bedroom and the sense of belonging her favourite songs provided. She smiles at the thought. “I hope this music finds connection,” she says. “I hope it connects with listeners, helps people feel good, and hopefully helps connect me with whatever comes next. There’s so much more growth yet to happen. I’m ready for it.”
Name:
Flara K
Genre:
Pop/R’n’b
Founded:
2019
# of Albums:
1
Latest Album:
Seasons
Latest Single:
“Bodywork”
Latest Video:
Favourite musician growing up:
Whitney Houston
Favourite musician now:
Olivia Dean
Guilty pleasure song:
Gracie Abrams – That’s So True (Not that guilty really, other than the fact that I’ve listened to that song over 200 times)
Live show ritual:
An hour and a half of vocal warm-ups & Throat Coat tea
Favourite local musician:
Oliver Forest
EP or LP?
LP
Early bird or night owl?
Early Bird
Road or studio?
Road
Any shows or albums coming up?
My debut album, Seasons, is out now!
Where can we follow you?
Instagram | TikTok | YouTube | Spotify
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Rapid Fire Local Questions:
What is your favourite local restaurant?
Le 409
What is your favourite street in your city and why?
Probably Saint-Antoine because it crosses through so many of my favourite parts of the city.
What is your favourite park in your city and why?
Any park by the Canal
What is your favourite music venue in your city?
To play: Le Ministere To attend: Mtelus
What is your favourite music store in your city?
Cafe Cantinova. It’s a cute little cafe where you can have a coffee and buy records on Saint-Ambroise
