Polish-born, London-based singer-songwriter Rose White returns with her sophomore EP 'A Night With A Sazerac', a deeply personal project that traces a journey from emotional turbulence to clarity, wrapped in warmth, honesty, and quiet celebration. Known for blending soul, pop, jazz, and subtle Latin influences, Rose leans into a live, immediate sound here, recording the EP largely in just a couple of takes to preserve its raw, unfiltered feel.
Written entirely by Rose and brought to life alongside producer Ollie Clark, the project moves through themes of hurt, confusion, and recklessness before arriving at a place of self-reflection and strength. Her husky, expressive voice guides us through each emotional turn, balancing vulnerability with a sense of empowerment.
So with the new EP out now, we sat down with her to find out more about her origins and what has been inspiring her most over the years.
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What was the first instrument you fell in love with?
Guitar! As a kid I loved listening to lengthy guitar solos.
What kind of music did you love when you were younger?
I grew up in a household where we listened to rock, Polish punk and classical music (what a mix). It’s only later on that I discovered soul and jazz, through ballroom dancing funnily enough as it was my main thing back in the day.
What was the first album you remember owning?
‘Joyful’ by Ayo and I still go back to it! I actually learnt English listening to this record. I wanted to know what she’s singing about so badly.
What is the one song you wished you could have written yourself?
‘Hey Jude’ but only because my mum’s hums it at least 10 times a day and I wish I could say ‘thanks mum, what an honour to live rent free in your head’.
Do you have any habits or rituals you go through when trying to write new music?
I usually write the best stuff when I’m away travelling, so I guess going on a trip is my ritual. I just got back from three months in India, Indonesia and Australia and I’m sitting on a lot of good tunes.
Who are your favourite artists you have found yourself listening to at the moment?
I recently got into an Australian artist Don West recently and had his new album ‘Give Me All Your Love’ playing on repeat. Of course the queen herself RAYE and the ‘THIS MUSIC MAY CONTAIN HOPE’. I listened to Ignacio Maria Gomez and ‘Belesia’ quite often in India and if I need a good cry, ‘Uh Oh’ by Patrick Watson. Also a shoutout to two London artists who created pure magic and I listen to their music quite often: Emilia Anastazja and her EP ‘Purple To Blue’ and Lucas Button’s ‘Camouflage’.
If you could open a show for anyone in the world, who would it be?
RAYE. I’ve seen this woman live four times and to be a part of something she creates would be such an honour.
What do you find is the most rewarding part about being a musician?
When someone sends you a message saying your song moved them and that they relate to it. There’s no higher praise than this and if I ever doubt myself I remember that this is the whole point - to make a soundtrack to other people’s lives.
And what is the most frustrating part?
I think what frustrates me the most is how people are willing to spend hundreds of pounds to see A-stars fill up stadiums, yet don’t want to pay £10-15 for an event featuring independent artists. It’s extremely hard to put on live shows and not lose money as it is. Back in the day the idea of a night out was to stumble upon a band and listen to new music. Nowadays we go to a pub and spend copious amounts of money on overpriced pints. The thing is the independent art scene, whether it’s music or anything else, won’t be able to survive if we don’t help out. So if you know an artist who’s just starting out and hasn’t ‘made it’ yet, you can help them out by purchasing a ticket, piece of merch or signing up as a Patreon.
And what is the best piece of advice you have received as a musician?
Be persistent. Be professional. Be patient.
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Rose White's new EP 'A Night With A Sazerac' is out now. Check it out in the player below.