Latino, Hispanic Culture, Arts and Entertianment at BF Cafe

Julie Zorilla’s tiny frame and delicate features do nothing to indicate the soulful voice that emanates from deep inside her. We love a passionate artist here at BFCafe and this young woman is full of fire. This singer song writer made a bold move to LA from Denver and hasn’t looked back. We don’t think she’ll have to…
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BFC: Where did you grow up and what was the culture of your home growing up?

I grew up in a beautiful country home miles away from Cali, in the midst of the Colombian rainforest. We had chickens, a rooster, turtles, cats, dogs and even a pet pig we named Pumba after the Lion King’s boisterous warthog. When we first arrived, my brother Oskar and I would explore the green countryside for hours on our bikes, digging up strange rocks, and playing hide and seek between the trees; The Andes were our playground. With time however, the senseless violence desecrating our country brought the tanks rolling up the mountains, the explosions, and the threats which forced us to stay behind closed doors fearing for our lives.

In December of 98′ we moved to Denver, Colorado chasing an American dream. I’m lucky enough to have parents willing to abandon the lives they’d built in order to offer their children the opportunities they never had. We struggled no doubt, but mom and dad have always said that no dream is ever out of reach, and so far they’ve been right.

BFC: What got you into music?

Music got into me! I was 5 years old when dad put on Michael Jackson’s Thriller video and that day I fell in love. I fell for his one of a kind dance moves, spine chilling pipes, and the contagious rhythm of his music. Despite the nightmares every night – thanks to the cemetery scene – I’d wake up every morning to watch the dancing zombies over and over again, then the rest of Greatest Hits History Volumes I and II. I couldn’t get enough! Since then I knew I wanted nothing but to travel the world singing and touching people’s heart’s with music, just as my idol had done.

BFC: What have been some of the obstacles you’ve had to overcome?

As an artist, the most devastating heartbreak has been accepting the fact that what’s popular has nothing to do with timeless songs, meaningful lyrics, and rich content. We now work in an industry where the integrity of the music has been jeopardized by greed, and where it’s no longer about talent or the development of new artists (for the most part). Every day in this business is another challenge to stay true to who I am, while simultaneously catering catchy music to my audience.

BFC: What is the premise of your CD where did you get the inspiration?

When I began working with Nathan Reid (producer and Mercury Sauce CEO), I wasn’t sure in what direction to take the overall production of the album. It’s one thing to stand in front of a mic at a show and another when you get in the studio. Without realizing it then, this triggered an ongoing exploration process to define my artistic vision. We delved into several genres, putting together a stylistically diverse EP featuring a compilation of original love songs. As far as inspiration goes, all I need is a word, feeling, or personal experience from which to draw a concept. No matter what that concept may be, it’s important to make sure what I put down on paper is 100% me. I want to say what I mean, mean what I say and give my fans music I believe is real and worthy of their appreciation.

BFC: Where do you see yourself in 5 years from now?

In 5 years I hope to be a musician making a living out of my passion. It would be ideal to have reached international success as an artist and songwriter with a few Grammys and platinums under my belt! Haha! All joking aside, though I’ll always strive to have a successful solo career, I’d love to write music for TV shows, commercials, movies and other singers as well. Only time will tell!

BFC: How do people find you? Buy your CD? Urls? Public emails and spaces?



You can purchase “About Us” via iTunes, rhapsody, CDBaby, amazon, and many other online stores! Follow me on myspace www.myspace.com/juliezorrilla, twitter www.twitter.com/juliezorrilla, youtube www.youtube.com/juliezorrilla, and/or facebook to get the latest news!

I have recently started posting cover songs on my YouTube channel. I’d really appreciate you checking out the videos, posting feedback, or sharing it with friends and family! Also, if you have any cover song requests please e-mail me at juliezorrilla@gmail.com! I cannot thank you enough for your support!