IN CONVERSATION WITH REMY BOND

interview by JANA LETONJA
photography by KIRT BARNETT

With a sound that feels both timeless and revolutionary, Remy Bond is redefining what it means to be a modern pop visionary. The rising star, known for her cinematic blend of retro influences and future-facing production, first captured hearts with her viral single ‘No One’, a fan-favorite that became an anthem of longing and self-discovery. Fresh off her sold-out ‘Star Shaped Baby Tour’ across North America and Europe, Remy has solidified her reputation as one of music’s most magnetic young artists—an ethereal performer whose emotional depth and creative direction have drawn comparisons to icons like Lana Del Rey and Joni Mitchell. Recently named to Billboard’s 21 Under 21, Amazon Music’s Indie Artists to Watch, and Zane Lowe’s 25 for ’25, Remy is preparing to usher in her next era, and has just released her new project.

You’ve been called one of the most visionary rising artists of your generation. What first inspired you to start writing and creating music?

I’ve always liked music that felt happy and sad at the same time, the diamond sadness, the sequin of happiness. 

Your sound feels nostalgic yet entirely fresh. How did you find this balance between vintage influence and modern storytelling?

Exactly what it sounds like. My music has a vintage influence sonically, but lyrically, I’m always inspired by what’s happening around my life. 

How has your creative process evolved from your earliest releases to now, as you just released your new project?

I’m a bit less stubborn than I was a year ago.

What themes or emotions did you find yourself exploring most deeply this time around?

I’m into everything Sailor. Sailor Moon, Sailor Jerry, the shirt I have with an anchor on it. With this project, the backdrop for me was a Hawaiian vacation and I really glamorized my nostalgia for the 50s, 60s, 70s, and 80s.

Were there any particular artists, eras, or sounds that inspired the new record?

I was really into Abba and now Electric Light Orchestra. I didn’t appreciate classical music as much as I do now. I think all my favorite artists took classical melodies and synthed them up to dance to, and that became everyone’s favorite songs throughout the years. I’ve been in a lot of pop sessions recently, but I don’t think any of the best pop music started as pop music.

The visuals for your music often feel cinematic and immersive. How do you approach blending your sound with visual storytelling?

It’s so important to me that everything feels authentic to the story I’m trying to tell. From my lyrics to stage designs at my shows, to my music videos, I really just want my fans to come in and enter this totally new realm I’ve created. With the backdrop as a Hawaiian vacation across different decades, I wanted all the visuals to match that vibe. 

You just wrapped your ‘Star Shaped Baby Tour’, which spanned North America and Europe. What was that experience like for you?

It felt like a really quintessential touring experience. I love that with this rapidly changing technological age that live shows have been and will be what they are forever. I’m actually going on tour again soon. I have to say, I’ve never been with a team and crew I’ve had such rapport with, so I really cannot wait for this March.

How does performing live influence the way you connect to your music, and your audience?

I think the most useful tool to see how your music affects people is watching how they react while you’re performing on stage. I have to stop myself to watch just one person’s face while I’m preforming because I just want to know how they feel about it. 

You’ve been spotlighted by Billboard, Rolling Stone, Amazon Music, and even received praise from Elton John. How does it feel to see your artistry being recognized by such icons and institutions?

Makes me feel so proud of everything I’ve done so far, but also just having my fans reach out to me to share how much my music means to them is so special for me.

How do you stay grounded while your career continues to rise so quickly?

I don’t travel without my wig collection.

As your new era begins, what does this chapter mean to you personally and creatively?

I feel like I’ve held onto a lot of these songs for a bit over a year now, and it was hard making new music until I was able to finally let them go, so I’m just excited for them to be out in the world for everyone to have access to them.