Exclusive Interview: Pop Culturalist Chats with Casey Baer

Los Angeles-based sultry pop artist Casey Baer has prepared her whole life for this moment. She’s spent years channeling her relationships and experiences into her songwriting, and now she’s ready to take center stage with her debut single, “Greatest Mistake”. Pop Culturalist spoke with Casey about the momentous occasion.

PC: How did you discover your passion for music?
Casey: I’ve been obsessed with music for as long as I can remember. It’s always been a part of my life and what I do.

PC: Who or what has had the biggest influence on your career?
Casey: Justin Bieber

PC: What’s been the biggest lesson you’ve learned being a part of this industry?
Casey: Stay focused on your own career and don’t get distracted by what other people are doing.

PC: What is your creative process like? Has it changed throughout the years?
Casey: My creative process is evolving all the time. I’m always learning new techniques, whether they’re for writing, singing, or playing instruments. One thing that never changes is that I always keep a notebook with all my song ideas.

PC: How did you decide that “Greatest Mistake” would be your debut single?
Casey: It’s just that gut feeling. At first, I was so torn thinking, “How could I choose? I love all of my songs,” but “Greatest Mistake” just felt right.

PC: What’s your greatest mistake? What did you learn from that experience?
Casey: I caught feelings for a guy everyone told me not to go for, and I knew I shouldn’t, but I did! I was truly heartbroken! You have to listen to your head and not your heart in those situations. But, this song came out of it, so I can’t complain in the end.

PC: What does the rest of the year hold for you as we look ahead in 2019?
Casey: A ton of time in the recording studio writing and producing new music and performing everywhere I can.

Pop Culturalist Speed Round

PC: Guilty pleasure TV show?
Casey: Any reality show!

PC: Guilty pleasure movie?
Casey: Bridesmaids

PC: Favorite book?
Casey: Wonder by R.J. Palacio

PC: Favorite play or musical?
Casey: Wicked

PC: A band or artist fans would be surprised is on your playlist?
Casey: Dan + Shay

PC: First album you bought?
Casey: Music of the Sun by Rihanna

PC: First concert you attended?
Casey: Hilary Duff

PC: An album that changed your life and why?
Casey: Purpose by Justin Bieber. This album changed my life in more ways than I can explain. The biggest reason was that he made me feel like I wasn’t alone.

PC: A venue on your bucket list to perform at?
Casey: Madison Square Garden would be a dream come true.

To keep up with Casey, follow her on Twitter and Instagram, and pick up “Greatest Mistake” on Amazon Music, iTunes, or stream it on Spotify.