We had the good fortune of connecting with Oliver Pigott and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Oliver, why did you decide to pursue a creative path?

Music elevates me. In turn, I love elevating people through my musical work and am grateful to have the privilege of earning a living from a profoundly edifying occupation.

Hardworking, innovative artists like Queen, Van Halen and Jimi Hendrix have influenced my decision to pursue a career in the performing arts, along with a transformative experience attending a Fame-style arts high school in Toronto (Etobicoke School of the Arts).

Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?

I’m obsessed with constant reinvention and have worked in many different musical genres, from EDM to folk, rock and pop. My career has moved me from Toronto to LA to London, UK to Nashville.

I’ve faced many obstacles. Learning how to budget and fund my various projects, deal with bookers and agencies, work with fellow band members, promote my music and conduct business in a professional manner have all served to make me the artist I am today.

My debut American single, Eyes My Daddy Gave Me, was released 10/20/23. It’s the first in a series of songs I’ve written since moving to America and I believe they make up my best work yet. I drew inspiration from troubadours like Jim Croce, Gordon Lightfoot and Bob Dylan for these new tunes.

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
Kimbro’s Pickin’ Parlor, Open Mic nights at Fox and Locke in Leipers Fork,
Jody Lee Oliver’s Sunday night East Side Jam at Inglewood Tavern and Pindrop Songwriter Series nights with Stevie Rae Stephens and Kiernan McMullan are all great ways to connect with the local music community, enjoy terrific music and hone one’s craft. 

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
I’d like to give my wife a shout-out. She’s been an absolute rock and fearlessly in my corner, championing my work and vision. She’s a brilliant artist in her own right and it’s a dream for me to be able to collaborate with my lover and best friend.

Website: oliverpigott.com

Instagram: instagram.com/oliverpigottmusic

Twitter: twitter.com/oliverpigott

Facebook: facebook.com/oliverpigott

Youtube: youtube.com/@oliverpigottmusic

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