War

'War' was a product of my time in the studio in LA, where I traveled in 2022 to my producers studio to work on the songs I wanted on my EP. 'War' will be released as an EP collection on all platforms later in 2025. 'War' was actually born on my 24th birthday in the studio, I wrote it that day while experimenting with different ideas with my producers. Conceptually, 'War' explores the complexities of self-discovery and acceptance... The track and accompanying songs on the EP will be released with a video that conveys a powerful message about embracing all facets of one's identity, even the conflicting ones.
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Ultimately— we created a record that I adore. With my love for pop music being the thread through it all- this record was a deep exploration into studying the points of intersection between left field Indie and commercial radio pop musicians - specifically the collaborations in the 70's and early 2000's. Some big inspirations for the musical vibe and vocal character were Melanie Martinez, Halsey, Billie Eilish, Ellie Goulding, and Taylor Swift.

Kara Silvestri

Singer/songwriter

In The Stars

The concept began in middle school during the years I started making music. Flash forward to college and through lots of changes and periods of diving head first into songwriting, my first song came to life. This song was inspired and is dedicated to my grandfather who passed in 2015.
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From a folky pop song written on guitar, to bouncing ideas over the course of several months with professional producers in the studio, to finishing the record in LA— we created a record that I adore. With my love for pop music being the thread through it all- this record was a deep exploration into studying the points of intersection between left field Indie and commercial radio pop musicians - specifically the collaborations in the 70's and early 2000's. Some big inspirations for the musical vibe and vocal character were Melanie Martinez, Halsey, Billie Eilish, Ellie Goulding, and Taylor Swift.

Kara Silvestri

Singer/songwriter

In The Stars

When I was first concepting this video, I realized I wanted to tell a story centered around having faith in the face of defeat from being bullied as a young child— as well as what that evolution might look like. To feel the sadness, anger, peace, joy, and love. The quiet moments AND the loud moments. As a shy little girl/only child, making friends and avoiding getting picked on was the hardest thing for me to overcome in grade school. It wasn't until I got older that I was able to understand that its okay to fully be myself no matter who sticks around.

Its about transforming trauma into empowerment through self awareness and reflection. Its about giving love to all the parts of you that you've shadowed. It's a chaotic evolution of how my past, and future are connected through my memories and intentions.
Its a message to anyone who has ever been bullied that there are guiding lights everywhere inspiring us to continue showing up and authentically being ourselves.

Kara Silvestri

Singer/songwriter

In The Stars

Along with a music video I also had the honor of designing my first line of merch as an indie artist. I partnered with a woman who owns a candle and soap co. and we created a custom lilac scented candle. I had the opportunity to design the label/packaging and overall aesthetic.

Kara Silvestri

Singer/songwriter & brand designer of ITS

Angels

Angels is a song written during a unique chapter in my life. I was inspired by friends in my spiritual community at the time and this song is basically about overcoming personal challenges and accepting life, death and everything in between as it is. I was really interested with the idea of superposition, which led me to think about how short life is and how important it is to stay mentally strong and have a good outlook on the journey of life, no matter what happens.

For those reasons, I wanted to evoke a cinematic and emotionally driven production. So I worked with a producer based in London named Josh Northwood, a cinematic producer. I worked remotely with him and Angels (originally called 'Angels Call My Name") came to life!

Kara Silvestri

Singer/songwriter of Burning Truck

Burning Truck

Burning Truck is a song written from a failed relationship, I was so heartbroken and the story fell right into place with what I was going through and what I was trying to convey. One day I was on my way to band practice and I saw a truck completely bursting in flames on the side of the road with not one person in sight. I was so moved by the strangeness of that situation but I also felt like it could be visually symbolic of what I was going through in my failing relationship. The burning truck became a a very real metaphor of the pain and struggle I went through during the time I had to face heartbreak. The song is quite abstract so I think it can be a relatable song for anyone who's been with a partner who's gotten cold feet. The instruments and production of this song were made in Nashville, TN by Dean Miller.

Kara Silvestri

Singer/songwriter of Burning Truck

War

In The Stars

In The Stars

In The Stars

Angels

Burning Truck

Art Direction