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Who knew a trip to the venue would lead to one of the most iconic music video scenes of the early 2000s?
Michelle branch took fans down memory lane as they celebrated 25 years since The Spirit Room during a Q&A before her MBTV livestream event at The Sun Rose in West Hollywood, California, on June 14.
Looking back on the moment that launched her career, the singer revealed that the blue T-shirt with yellow graphics she wore in the “Everywhere” music video was not a typical or designer look. Instead, it was a find she picked up during a trip to the mall.
“I got it at Urban Outfitters. At the food court, yeah,” shared Branch.
While reminiscing about her biggest hits, Branch also reflected on how her approach to touring has changed over the years.
“It took me a long time to learn work-life balance,” she admitted.
“I think it’s so easy to travel to these amazing cities and countries and just see the back lot of a place or the parking lot where your bus is parked.”
Today, the songwriter makes a point of discovering and exploring “everywhere” she visits.
“I try to get out in every city and find local restaurants. I try to stay away from chains and eat local food or go to museums and try to be a little cultured,” she said.
“It’s also a lot of fun dive bars with my band after we play.
Whether she’s on the road or at home, keeping her playlists fresh is a priority.
“I try to listen to music as much as possible,” she said.
“I’m always looking for new music or even old music that I don’t know yet. The city I grew up in was so small there wasn’t even a record store, so all the music I found was on MTV or the radio.
As for what is always in circulation, Tom Petty at the top of the list.
“He’s my hero,” said the hitman. “He’s number one. The best.”
And when it comes to making songs, Branch has learned not to compromise the process.
“A song could fall from the sky,” she explained. “When I go fishing for them, they’re not there. But when I’m just minding my own business and listening to music, that’s when they happen.”
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