In Episode 87, I interview Toronto-based singer-songwriter Noah Malcolm about his decade-long journey from literally being silenced by shame to releasing his first EP. Noah grew up in Prince Edward Island where he taught himself to play the family piano at a young age and loved nothing more than singing his heart out at church. But his exuberance and creative spirit waned when he discovered he had a dark secret that threatened his very belonging. It’s a classic tale of shame that eventually exploded out of Noah as an adult in the form of his first breakout single, Pray.
Four years later, Noah has released his first EP, On Time, an upbeat and self-aware folk-pop exploration of the creative process itself. The DIY video for his single If Not is currently nominated for a Canadian Independent Music Video Award and you can help support him by voting for his video here.
Noah joins me on the podcast to discuss the cathartic experience of finding his voice again, as well as many topics related to shame and being an artist. Exploring themes of authenticity, marketing, originality, and fame, this playful interview dives deep into Noah’s life and work.
You can listen to Noah’s music on Spotify and all of the major streaming platforms or support him directly by purchasing his music on Bandcamp. You can also watch his videos on Youtube or follow his journey on Instagram.
Note: this interview was edited for clarity and interest.
