Suzie Assam

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Are you from Maine originally? If not, where are you from?  

Yes! I am originally from Maine. I grew up in Lewiston.

How did you become a musician? What inspired you? 

Music has always been really close to my heart. My mother sang to me a lot when I was really little, and I started around 5 years old. I'm primarily a vocalist, but I've been writing songs with my guitar for about 15 years now. I've always loved how universal music is. It's amazing to be able to connect with people using something that feels almost like a second language.

Tell me more about Cuffing Season and the messaging behind it.  

Cuffing Season is basically about casual dating and the idea that so many of us keep ourselves sort of frozen and cold instead of allowing ourselves to be vulnerable and warm when we're trying to "protect" ourselves and not catch feelings. It's supposed to play on a lot of Winter vs. Spring imagery and the idea of the love/lust interest being a snowman. 

Do you plan to launch new music? 

I do! I've been wanting to release at least an EP for a while, and Covid-19 has presented me with an opportunity to really take some time and figure out what that looks like. It's time to put these songs I've been hoarding to good use!

Do you plan to perform live or virtually anywhere in the near future?  

I don't have plans for any live or virtual performances, but I've definitely been toying with the idea.