But does this mean we’re going to have to wait another two years for new music? Not necessarily. In Quigley’s eyes, timing is everything when it comes to branding yourself as an artist. She perfectly compares this to a fashion runway show. It has to be cohesive. “Each garment has to compliment the next.” In the meantime, she’s saving up more money to make more art. “Without a label on board, there is more creative freedom which is great, but that also means I have to shell out lots of dough. I'm learning how to be a lady boss, and that's priceless.” Besides, this EP is just an appetizer, according to Quigley. The main course is coming y’all. Did we forget to mention that Quigley has been giving us a taste of her mashup skills? In my honest opinion, she’s the queen of mashups. She takes on classic hits and puts them together with current hits which is pure magic. All boy band lovers will ooze over the Janel Parrish collaboration she did a year ago. However, she does hope to do a mashup with Claire Boucher, aka Grimes, because she “wants to know how her brain works.” She even knows the songs she would use! Imagine Kate Bush’s “Running Up That Hill” put against Sia’s “Elastic Heart.” How can we get in touch with Grimes to make that happen? Girls (or boys), if Quigley inspired you to jump in your car and chase your dreams, what are you waiting for? Maybe you don’t have to jump in a car at this exact moment but go out and do what you want to do! “I want to show young girls that they can make whatever kind of music they want! You can learn anything on Youtube these days, you just have to have the desire and patience to get there! I would love to mentor talent too. If you know anyone who needs a good female tutor, send ‘em my way!” BRB, setting an appointment with Quigley now.
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