INTERVIEW:
Lusaint
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THE wonderful…
Lusaint is an artist that everyone should know about. She released the single, Love Bites Back, last month. She has a timeless voice that fuses Jazz, Soul, and Pop. This Manchester singer-songwriter has amassed over 250 million streams, earned widespread support from BBC Radio 1’s Jess Iszatt and Maia Beth, and received praise from tastemakers including Notion, Wonderland., and CLASH. Lusaint’s E.P., Apothecary (Pt. 2), is out in September. Before getting to my interview with her, I would urge you to follow her on social media and check out her music, as she is one of our absolute best artists. Here is some bio from her website:
“Lusaint explains what drives her passion: “If I'm in the studio, or if I'm on stage, I get this real zen feeling of pure calm, and like that’s where I'm supposed to be in that moment. It feels like I’m in my happy place. Without being able to experience that feeling, I think I'd probably be going through quite a lot of bother. In my everyday life, my brain is quite chaotic, but as soon as I get into that other space, it feels very relaxed and calm.”
Next comes Lusaint’s second EP, the Apothecary (pt.1), released in August 2025. Blending jazz, neo-soul, pop and more, the music feels born from smoky jazz clubs and Lusaint describes the 4 track EP as a collection of songs about "heartbreak, healing, and starting over," a natural progression from her previous work, Self Sabotage.
Leading the EP is the glorious single ‘Summertime’, a blissful slice of bright pop-soul that feels instantly timeless. It was written during a four-week stint writing aboard a house boat in London’s Maida Vale. “This boat was so hot,” she remembers with a smile. “It was 35 degree heat and I've never been so uncomfortable in all my life, but I decided that I wasn't going to leave this boat until I got the songs that I wanted, because I was feeling so inspired.” Lusaint's dedication to songwriting paid off as the EP saw support from BBC Radio 1's Victoria Jane, Jess Iszatt on Radio 1 Introducing and Radio 1's Future Pop and has generated over 2 million streams globally thus far. There has been continued support for Lusaint's other single 'Lie To Yourself' which saw support from Rolling Stone UK and MTV UK with great editorial coverage including the cover of Retro Pop on Spotify and the cover of Jazz Club.
Lusaint endured a further wrath of live performances in 2025, including key festival appearances like Montreux Jazz Festival, Jazz A Vienne, Theatre Elisabethain, Les Enfants Du Jazz Festival, The Hundred (BBC Introducing) and Hit The City Festival. As well as adding to her existing stellar list of support artists, Lusaint opened the stage for the likes of Michael Kiwanuka, Kimberose, Robert Plant, JP Cooper and finishing with a twenty four date European & UK support tour for Calum Scott”.
Having completed a run of dates for her Apothecary Tour 2026, Lusaint is looking ahead. Her E.P. is September. Love Bites Back riding high and getting a lot of positive attention. A truly captivating voice and stunning songwriter, it has been incredible learning more about an artist who will endure for years to come. Lusaint is a jewel that we should…
HOLD in the highest regard.
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Hi Lusaint. Give me an idea of how your year has been going. What has 2025 been like so far for you as an artist?
It’s been really great, thank you. Releasing new music; currently on my first European tour and writing new material!
Before moving to your current work, can you talk to me about how music came into your life? Was music always present, and were there artists that you connected with at a young age?
I think I’ve always known music was something I was really inspired by, but I think it’s in recent years I’ve chosen to understand why and develop my skills as a singer and artist. I always auditioned for singing parts in school, but I never really took it seriously and especially didn’t believe it could be a career. Music has always been a huge inspiration for me though and lives in my soul.
“From the beginning of releasing my music, I’m blown away by the love it has received”
Your music has garnered praise and support from CLASH, Notion and broadcasters Jess Iszatt and Maia Beth. How important is that support and recognition to you?
Yeah it’s really cool to have that support always! From the beginning of releasing my music, I’m blown away by the love it has received.
Your voice has such power, passion and depth to it. There are shades of Amy Winehouse, Duffy and some of the Jazz greats, though it is distinctly yours and very much distinct. How do you maintain such an amazing voice? When did you discover that you possessed such an incredible instrument?
That’s so kind. I’ve always loved to sing. It always makes me feel good and listening to the voices you mentioned makes me feel the same way. I think it’s grown to become more powerful over the years of performing and learning my craft and learning confidence. But it’s more the feeling it gives over anything else. I forget about everything when I’m on stage and singing.
Talk to me about your latest single, Love Bites Back. Does that have a personal story or background that compelled you to sit down and write it?
It’s a gentle reminder to myself that the grass isn’t always greener. You let go of someone or something from your life and constantly question it. If you could go back in time, would you have done things differently? Would they still be a part of your life? Was it just bad timing?
“I think the diversity, culture and abundance of talent is unbelievable, and I’m very proud to be a Mancunian”
I have listened to your upcoming E.P., Apothecary (Pt. 2),and each song is magnificent and memorable. I especially love Tib Street. What was it like recording the E.P., and what do you want listeners to take from it?
The Apothecary has been a really rewarding feeling recording these songs. A sense of healing to explore a new avenue of music but still feeling very much myself. I love that music can do that.
You hail from Manchester. An area that has always produced such great music, a lot of award ceremonies and radio is moving there. It is an area of the country that has real pull and brilliance. What do you think it is about the culture and the people that means a lot of focus is shifting there?
I love Manchester. I think the diversity, culture and abundance of talent is unbelievable, and I’m very proud to be a Mancunian. I love that it’s starting to be recognised and the likes of T.V. and radio are finding it.
Your debut U.K. and E.U. is coming up. You have some great dates coming up, including Manchester at Band on the Wall (14th April) and London’s Oslo (22nd April). How are you feeling about the tour, and how important is live work and connecting with the audience?
I’m currently on my European tour. Final show this evening before my U.K. dates! It has been really incredible to see so many people at these shows. Knowing my music is being heard across Europe is a very surreal feeling. I don’t think I’ll ever get used to.
In 2024, you supported RAYE. Given her recent success and the acclaim of her new album, THIS MUSIC MAY CONTAIN HOPE, what is your reaction to that? Do you think you will support her again soon?
I think she’s fab and deserves every bit of success! I love her performance style and big band. I would love to support her in the future!
What does the remainder of this year hold in terms of music, live work or anything else?
I will be recording new music and lots more live dates coming soon! A very exciting year ahead
Finally, you can choose a song from any artist you like and I will play it here. What shall we go with?
Billie Holiday- Solitude
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