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Kristie Alers's avatar

I watched the video and it was beautiful—your presence is magnetic, and your voice carries a kind of quiet power that feels both ancient and brand new. You are undeniably talented, but beyond that, you have soul—and that, to me, is star quality.

My deepest condolences to you and your family for the loss of your father. And I say this with reverence: it feels like his passing unlocked a depth in you that’s both sacred and transformative. As you even mentioned, it’s as if part of his purpose was to guide you toward this level of expression—one that only loss could unearth. I hope that doesn’t sound inappropriate… I say it as someone who’s witnessed how grief can sculpt the artist into a vessel for something greater.

This story… this song… this record—it’s more than art. It’s a transmission. One that will sit in people’s hearts long after the music fades.

Thank you for letting us in. 💛

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Ilana's avatar

Thank you so so much for your lovely words, they mean so much. And you’re absolutely right, loss carved out such a depth in my heart that I am grateful for, even if it did have to come from tragedy. It’s been the honour of my life to let everyone in on it, thank you for being here! 🤍

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