Toronto alt-rock artist Skye Wallace is back in the spotlight with her latest single, “What Is Real?” The track, co-written and co-produced with Hawksley Workman, delves into themes of reality and perception, a departure from her previous work.
The inspiration behind the song is deeply personal for Wallace, stemming from her mother’s recurring dream that blurred the lines between waking life and the dream world. Wallace reflects on this, stating, “My mom had a recurring dream that felt incredibly real. She began to feel as though her waking life and dream life were separate existences and started having trouble deciphering which world was the real one.”
“What Is Real?” challenges listeners to confront their understanding of reality and embrace the strange and unexpected. Wallace explains, “The song is about the death of reality, the feeling that your understanding of the world is being ripped out from underneath you. In the end, no one can really tell you what is real.”
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This single is part of a series of songs co-produced with Hawksley Workman, showcasing Wallace’s growth as a producer. She remarks on the significance of this role, particularly in light of the increasing representation of women and gender non-conforming producers in the music industry. “It means a lot to me to have had my hands planted firmly on the helm for this song,” says Wallace. “Taking on this role and joining the world’s growing ranks of femme/non-binary producers has given me a big wave of empowerment.”
With her distinct voice and unflinching lyricism, Skye Wallace has carved out a unique space in the alt-rock scene. Her electrifying live performances, backed by a high-energy band, have garnered her a dedicated following around the world. Sharing stages with acclaimed artists like Matt Mays, Alanis Morissette, and Tori Amos, Wallace continues to captivate audiences with her raw talent and fearless creativity.
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