A LETTER TO THE HAPPY NEW YEAR #2023
Making New Years resolutions can be a bit of a cliché. We’ve all heard the: “I’m going to get back to the gym”, “I’m going to start my diet tomorrow”, or “do something new every day”. So, why don’t we just don’t do it? So many times, the resolutions we make never last, but we still come back year after year. Why?
The beauty of New Years is that it has a sense of new beginnings. A New Year is a cold splash of water - a wake up - a clean slate . It’s an opportunity to reflect back on the previous year, as we can look back to where we were and take note the difference and growth in ourselves.
Putting my heart on the table… I’ve been anxious about the coming year. The ‘future’ feels more real than ever before. When I moved to London almost 5 years ago, nothing mattered. I was here to meet great people, perform live, learn, and improve.
But now 3-4 years in, releasing music, organising press and setting up headline shows has felt so lonely. My friends and peers seem to have teams and people surrounding them. I keep asking myself, “Am I the only one who believes in me?“ When I get in these moods, as soon as I talk about it I know that I’m not. My fans, my colleagues, my band are all huge supports and I wouldn’t be where I am now without you all.
Nowadays, it’s all about Spotify numbers, followers on TikTok and whether or not you’re a good investment. It’s had an impact on me and now, I don’t play as much anymore. The business of music steamed the joy of it right out of me.
Being a musician today, means you have a lot of balls to juggle. Don’t get me wrong I love dipping my toes into as many pools as possible, but when you’re alone it can get overwhelming and feels like you’re stuck in an episode of “Black Mirror”.
It’s not like it was when I was 13 dreaming of stadium sized world tours. It’s good to dream big but along the way I’ve forgotten to give myself credit for how much I’ve had to adapt to the industry, for the learning curve, and moving to London. The world is a different place now. Today, I’m much better musically than I ever thought I’d be. And for that I’m grateful. So, I’ve decided to learn to accept the change of my journey.
2022 WAS A BANGING YEAR
I released my 2nd EP “In & Out of Love” which I produced and wrote myself.
“Love Again” was picked up by the Amazon Prime TV Show “KIN” and was also highlighted by Robert Elms on BBC Radio London.
I had my first ever headline show in Copenhagen followed by second headline show in London.
I was accepted to Royalties, a program in Denmark where a group of industry people gather monthly for workshops to learn about the industry and network.
When I’ve been at my lowest these wins are what’s reminding me why I do what I do. So, I won’t let 2022 drag me down and keep me from doing what I’m suppose to do!
MY 2023 NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION
I want to get back to learning this year and become a better pianist and producer. Also, I’ve decided not to release any music all by myself. It’s a nice tap on the shoulder to have produced and written “In & Out of Love” but it’s much more fun to celebrate the music you’ve creative with others - together. This also goes for writing for others.
STRECH RESOLUTION
I’m going to put a lot of energy into creating a small team to help unlock and realize the potential of Amalie Bryde. Lots of teambuilding is out of my control, but I’m going to put it out there as a major goal for 2022.
THANK YOU
While I am disappointed for not having a team by now, my heart is full of appreciation for your overwhelming support! Throughout the year, I have shared very vulnerable moments on Instagram and your support has been tremendously full of love.
I would like to thank you who have been my greatest fans and to have spread my name around your networks. I really appreciate that! I look forward to playing more gigs and release more music for you -- in 2023 and beyond.
What is your New Years Resolution? I wish you all the best on all your endeavors. Have a wonderful time with friends and family.
See you next year. Love, Amalie