Why did you choose Weirdo as the title of your album? Can you tell us how the idea for this record came about? Originally, the concept was about embracing and celebrating the things that make me weird. I wanted to honor what it meant to grow up feeling like an outsider, being neurodivergent – living with autism and ADHD. These things caused a lot of pain, but they also shaped who I am. They make me unique, and I wanted to celebrate that. But then everything changed. I suddenly lost my partner, and my life fell apart. Everything became hell. Still, I think the album’s initial concept of acceptance carried through – it became about resilience, survival, and inner strength. What started as a record about accepting my mental health challenges became a diary of mourning and self-discovery in the depths of despair. At one point, I was struggling so […]
Emma-Jean Thackray: Weirdo
The new album from visionary British multi-instrumentalist Emma-Jean Thackray is a bold testament to her stunning originality and uncompromising integrity. Here’s what she told us.
