In advance of the Junos and a spring tour that takes him from Quebec City to Vancouver, 28-year-old newcomer TALK talked about his stage name, his money (or lack of it) and his new life as a major label artist
, the singer-songwriter who goes by the moniker TALK continued his rocket-like ascent in 2023 with the release of his first full-length album,The Ottawa alt-rocker, born Nicholas Durocher, is in contention for five statuettes at this weekend’s Juno Awards in Halifax. Sunday’s gala, broadcast live on CBC, will be hosted by Nelly Furtado.
You mentioned vulnerability. I hear it, and fear and anxiety and doubt, in your music. Yet, the music is bold and galvanizing – like you’re leading a parade. You’ve come a long way quickly, and there’s a line in the song about running out of oxygen. Do ever wonder how long this success of yours can last?
It’s a great thing, and it was a surprise. I’m nominated alongside Connor Riddell, who I work on every song with. He’s one of my best friends. It’s also the one category that’s outside of TALK. I’m nominated in my own name, Nicholas Durocher. So it’s a separate thing. Now that you have a publisher and you’re signed to a major label, you can’t wait until inspiration comes to you. Has the process changed?
I think the most important part of any label relationship is how good the fit is. I’ve been very fortunate that the people I work with have always wanted the best for me. That said, I’m an extremely stubborn and extremely self-confident person.
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