Off the Shelf Conversations with Musical Artist Cyanca

LowerShelf Games has started an interview series where they sit down with an interesting, inspiring, and/or unique guest while they play a game together.

This series of episodes features 20 minute interviews that explore the guest's journey, creativity, and insight, while ultimately playing games in an effort to not have to spin a penalty wheel at the end of the show, known as the "Wheel of Fate".

This week's guest was Cyanca

Cyanca brings a powerful mix of soul, storytelling, and Southern roots to her music. Known for her raw honesty and smooth vocals, she turns personal experiences into songs that hit deep. With a background in church choir and a passion for growth, her artistry blends emotion with intention. Whether on stage or in conversation, Cyanca’s energy is as real as it gets.

To watch the Full Episode, see below:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GJAQZcVWSuA&t=6s

In the video, Cyanca, aka “Rabbit,” goes head-to-head with host Brendan Gannon in a fast-paced game of Slap Jack while diving into her life and career. Along the way, she shares insights into her creative process, like preferring verses over hooks, and opens up about writing her song Recipe during a tough breakup. The conversation mixes music industry talk (including Spotify Wrapped anxiety and balancing fame) with fun, personal moments like her fear of snakes and a playful “What the Deck” segment. The episode wraps with Cyanca teasing her upcoming album Katina and her new single Get That Back.

Key Discussion Points:

• Musical Journey: Cyanca discusses her start in the church choir at age six (15:50), her growth as a storyteller, and how her grandmother influenced her to sing despite her initial interest in playing drums (16:16).

• Creative Process: She shares that she prefers writing verses over hooks (6:26) and explains the meaning behind her song Recipe, which was written during a difficult breakup (6:47).

• Industry Insights: Cyanca reflects on the anxiety of Spotify Wrapped (1:16), her approach to balancing fame with her personal life (2:14), and her humorous take on what she would change if she ran the music industry (11:24).

• Personal Fun: The conversation covers various topics, including her fear of snakes (10:52), her experience with roller coasters (5:46), and a fun "What the Deck" segment (12:14).

• Outcome: After a series of intense games and a tie-breaker round (14:46), Cyanca emerges as the winner. Consequently, Brendan has to spin the "Wheel of Fate" and endure a penalty involving a spoonful of horseradish (18:07).

• Closing: Cyanca teases her upcoming album Katina (named after her mother) and her new single Get That Back (20:46).

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