Julia Wolf Doesn’t Mind Being the ‘Twilight’ Girl — Her ‘Lamb’ Video Leans In Even Deeper
The singer-songwriter talks about her breakout year, new music, and working with Sleeping With Sirens' Kellin Quinn on "Lamb"
Julia Wolf's willingness to embrace her connection to the Twilight series is a savvy move, given the enduring popularity of the franchise among young adults. By leaning into this association, Wolf is likely to attract fans who are nostalgic for the series and its iconic soundtrack. This strategy also speaks to the power of cross-platform marketing, where a musician can tap into a pre-existing fanbase and leverage it to promote their own work.
The fact that Wolf is collaborating with Kellin Quinn of Sleeping With Sirens on her new music, including the video for "Lamb", suggests that she is looking to tap into the emo and pop-punk scenes. This is a smart move, given the resurgence of interest in these genres among younger listeners. By working with established artists in these scenes, Wolf can gain credibility and exposure to new audiences, potentially expanding her fanbase beyond those who know her from the Twilight connection.
As Wolf continues to release new music and collaborate with other artists, it will be interesting to see how she navigates the balance between her own unique sound and the influences of her collaborators. Fans of emo and pop-punk will be watching to see if Wolf's music can resonate with them on a deeper level, beyond her connection to Twilight. Meanwhile, industry observers will be keeping an eye on how Wolf's strategy plays out, and whether it can be replicated by other emerging artists looking to make a splash in the music scene.
Originally reported by rollingstone.com. MusicNewsletter adds analysis for culture, style & media readers.