Singer-songwriter, producer and multidisciplinary artist Kendall Gallo returns with 'The Wrong Right', an introspective pop release that explores the quiet but life-changing moment when you realise the version of yourself you’ve been living no longer feels authentic. Blending atmospheric production with indie and alternative influences, the track balances vulnerability and hope, capturing the uncertainty that often comes before personal transformation.
Known for writing songs that sit comfortably between emotional honesty and quiet introspection, Kendall continues to explore the experiences that shape us beneath the surface.
So with the new single 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?
I first fell in love with the guitar at the age of 10. After that, I went on to play all kinds of instruments as a kid, like piano, ukulele, bass, and drums. The ones that really stuck with me were the guitar and piano. Those are the two main instruments I still play to this day.
What kind of music did you love when you were younger?
Pop music was always my favorite music to listen to growing up. I think I was drawn to it so heavily because it was a huge part of who I was as an artist. Now that I've explored pop music more through my own songwriting, I actually enjoy listening to a bit of everything. In fact, pop is probably one of the genres I listen to the least now, but I still pull a lot of those elements into the music I make.
What was the first album you remember owning?
Taylor Swift's album "Fearless" was one of the first times I remember realizing I wanted to be a songwriter. In a way, I think watching her was the blueprint for my beginning stages as a writer and an artist. I think that was the moment I realized the type of artist I wanted to be, and it gave me the hope that I could do it on my own big stage one day.
What is the one song you wished you could have written yourself?
There are some songs I just continuously listen to because they're such masterpieces. Some songs I wish I would've written lyrically, others musically, but I think the ones I love the most are the ones that leave a cultural and timeless stamp on the world. "Fade Into You" by Mazzy Star is one of my personal favorites.
Do you have any habits or rituals you go through when trying to write new music?
I love to find new spaces, often in nature, to write in, but other than that I tend to keep things pretty simple. I usually bring my laptop, an instrument or two, a notebook, and a pen. I find that being in new places can help me connect to new ideas. Sometimes it's just a matter of being present in whatever it is you're feeling that day.
Who are your favourite artists you have found yourself listening to at the moment?
I have found myself listening to quite a few recently, like Olivia Rodrigo, Leon Thomas, ROLE MODEL, The Marías, and Dominic Fike. These are some of my current favorites, but I am constantly rotating new artists. I also like a good mix of older music, so my playlists are always changing.
If you could open a show for anyone in the world, who would it be?
Zara Larsson and Olivia Rodrigo are both incredibly talented, so I would love to work alongside them, but I have to say my number one pick would be Billie Eilish. There are so many great artists that I would love to work with, though, so it's hard to only choose a few.
What do you find is the most rewarding part about being a musician?
I think one of my favorite things is realizing my music or lyrics have made an impact on someone else. So much of the artistic process is putting things out into the world without knowing how it will be received, so when that happens, it's really cool to see. Connecting with other people and their experiences is one of the reasons I do it.
And what is the most frustrating part?
I've always had a vision for what I wanted to do, but one of the hardest parts for me is not having the roadmap. This path can feel uncertain at times, and I think most artists know what it feels like to have moments where you begin to question everything. As hard as those moments can be, sometimes they're the exact trajectory change you need to get you to where you want to go. I actually think it's kind of exciting not always knowing what's around the corner, and sometimes it ends up being even better than what you originally planned.
And what is the best piece of advice you have received as a musician?
I think one of my favorite pieces of advice is actually pretty simple: just keep going. I'm a firm believer that if you continue putting yourself out there and being the version of yourself you want to be, everything else will fall into place. It may take time and effort, but I think if you refuse to give up, you'll never fail.
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Kendall Gallo's new single 'The Wrong Right' is out now. Check it out in the player below.