When Jessica Lowndes first stepped on the set of the revamped 9021, she was only intended to have a brief stay as a singer in the show. Inevitably the production team wanted to hold on to the beautiful 23 year old Canadian, who has now created a scene-stealing role for herself as the troubled Adrianna.A regular visitor to England, Jessica was back just before Christmas to chat about her EP, the latest tear-jerking  single ‘Fool’, while revealing what she likes do in our great city. Unfortunately the LA resident was a little under par – we can probably blame our inclement weather – so we opted for an ever so snappy Q and A.  Read on to discover which UK music stars she’d love to collaborate with in the futre…..

Hi Jessica. You’ve returned to London once again. What are the first things you like to do when you come to our capital?

Shop! London has a great high street

Personally, in Summer I try to escape the grey skies of London for the LA sun. Lots of our music artists also head to LA to record. Why did you choose to work on your album here?

It’s a great change of scenery. I find LA too distracting and London has a great music scene and is often ahead of its times in comparison to other countries. Most of the producers I collaborated with for my album were based in the UK.

You have sung from an early age and were originally intended purely as a singer on 90210. Have you faced any difficulties or prejudice because people have presumed you just to be just another actress turned singer?

Definitely I have actually been singing longer than I have been acting but once you do one it’s hard to prove that you are serious about both.

You’ve been writing from the age of 9. Does it all happen quite naturally for you? Do you generally speak from your own perspective?

When writing I generally write from my perspective, it makes my songs more real.

Do you come from a creative family?

Quite, my mum is a piano teacher and taught me how to play piano.

A lot of creative people find more academic subjects difficult or dis-interesting. What were you like a school?

Yes, I am horrible at maths, I still have to get the calculator out when tipping at restaurants .

Did your parents have any reservation when you said you had got a role in a high profile show. The trappings of fame are well documented. Did they offer any advice?

They were ecstatic and excited, I couldn’t do it without their support. My mum always tells me not to call her when the show is on as it is her favourite programme.

Can you describe your normal creative environment when writing a song?

I think of a lot of the songs are when I am working out or if I am writing alone in a coffee shop or on a plane .

Who produced the album and what sort of collaboration was it between you both?  Were you always on the same page with decisions and tweaks ?

Always on the same page, I use a lot of different producers and I funded this independently myself.

You have previously collaborated with DJ Ironik, which I was know surprised a lot of people. Do you want to be an artist that always surprises, taking inspiration from the chameleon-like artists ?

I love what I do and I put no restrictions on my music or who I work with.

You have stated that you are a fan of Taio Cruz and Drake. Any plans to collaborate with them at all?

That would be a dream, Drake is also from Canada like myself. I also love Tinnie Tempah and Plan B.

I listened to your single, ‘Fool’, and although I am admittedly a bit emotional right now it really did pull on the heartstrings. Were the lyrics inspired by a personal experience?

I like people to make their own interpretation on my music, it’s great if people can relate to the lyrics. There is always a bit of personal experience in my songs

Do you find it easier to write if you are in a period of turmoil?

Most songs are generally about break ups or being and falling out of love so it all helps.

We’ve heard  upbeat songs and ballads but what should we expect from the album.Will there be a cohesive story throughout?

My four track EP is out now which will give you a taster of more tracks to come.

As your talent lies on screen as well as on record do you take a big interest in the video treatments and the visual side of what you do ?

I released my music independently so I had full creative control, I assisted with the casting and costume for my video which I am very proud of and had lots of great friends to help me too.

Would you ever want to hit the west end stage or Broadway and showcase your talent for acting and singing at once?

I would love to do Broadway, I love musicals, Les Mis and Wicked are two of my favourites.

In a few interviews you have stated your love of cupcakes. I’m guessing you might have gotten sick of them by now, what is your current vice/obsession?

Unfortunately I am still obsessed with cupcakes, red velvet is still my favourite.

What in on your recently played list on your ipod?

Rihanna to get me in the party spirit and Drake.

Plans for Xmas and New Year?

I will spend Xmas in Vancouver back at home with my family and spend new year in Miami with my sister and girlfriend.

Hopes for 2012?

I hope that my music career is successful and I keep releasing music and hope the UK enjoys the new series of 90210.

‘Nothing Like This’ and her four track EP is now available to download on i-tunes. 90210 is now on E4 every Tuesday at 9pm.

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Sophie Eggleton
After finishing her Fine Art degree Sophie went on to gain experience within the fashion teams of UK magazines Eve, Glamour, Elle, First and Vogue . She then spent time as a stylist assistant for publications including NME and Easy Living, then combined her art background with fashion at Alexander McQueen, as an artwork assistant. She currently freelances as a Music/fashion journalist writing for online and print publications including The Guardian, Disappear Here, Bring The Noise, FASHIONMUSICSTYLE, Stylebible, Guestlist as well as LDNfashion twitter. North, South, East or West? South High Class or Common or Garden? In the middle of Common and High Class Clothes or Culture? Both of course! Visiting a gallery in your finest outfit for instance! My best night out ever made me feel... Like I was lucky to be alive...but that cocktails aren't always my friend

1 Comment for Quick Q & A with Jessica Lowndes

Fairouz Hafez

all I know that Jessica’s Amazing and her voice is for the win <3 best wishes xx

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