Episode 103

From the Roots of Jazz to the Heart of Soul with Selina Albright

Step into the captivating world of contemporary jazz and soul with the one and only Selina Albright, a singer and songwriter who has collaborated with legendary artists like George Duke, Chaka Khan, and her father, Gerald Albright! Selina opens up about her musical journey and the inspiration behind her heartfelt lyrics that tell stories of her own life experiences. Embracing vulnerability and truth-telling, she encourages listeners to do the same.

Discover the magical ways Selina gets inspired to write songs, with melodies from dreams to the therapeutic power of music in her life. Despite witnessing the cutthroat nature of the music industry, Selina followed her passion for music, relying on God's guidance to pave her path to success.

With a soulful blend of R&B and jazz, Selina's music is a reflection of her diverse musical upbringing, embracing influences from Earth Wind & Fire to Mariah Carey. Her goal is to establish an international presence, reaching places like Japan and Europe while growing her online presence. Tune in now to experience the soul-stirring melodies and fascinating stories of Selina Albright!

Episode Highlights:

17:47 - I literally wrote that song on the bathroom floor in tears. I was pregnant with my first kid. I had never had that many hormones running through me since puberty and I wore too many hats and I overextended myself. Women tend to have kind of an unappreciated, unseen duty in their households and within their community where they make everything happen, and they're the glue, but then they don't get rest.

34:30 - I like to be alone after shows, but I also want to appreciate everyone who bought a ticket. So, I like to see fans, say hi, shake hands, and then immediately eat, and go back to my hotel room where I'll probably stay up all night with adrenaline flowing through me. But I have my own space and just bask in the ambiance of the show.

53:45 - I would tell her to recognize just how cool she is without being the same as everyone around her. I was a very different kind of child. I was interested in different things, partly because I was so well-protected by my parents. I would tell her that she's already amazing.

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