Join Noise11 founder Paul Cashmere for an in-depth interview with singer-songwriter Jonah Marais in Melbourne. In this candid conversation, Jonah discusses his deeply personal new solo EP, Dreamer, exploring how life-changing moments of sobriety, personal reflection, and overcoming adversity shaped his brand-new country folk-leaning sound.
Jonah opens up about the emotional stories behind standout tracks like Mama Raised a Dreamer, Let It Kill Me, and Until You Get There, sharing how he transformed personal struggles into a triumphant celebration of new beginnings. He also reflects on his time in the chart-topping pop group Why Don’t We, discussing his emotional reunion on tour in Australia with bandmates Jack Avery and Zach Herron, the reality of navigating industry legalities, and the possibility of future music together.
Discover what it is like transitioning from a five-piece stadium band to a solo artist in Nashville, Tennessee, finding peace in creative freedom, and rediscovering his love for live performance. Whether you have followed Jonah since his earliest days or are just discovering his solo work, this interview offers a raw, inspiring look at an artist taking complete control of his destiny.
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