Artist Spotlight: Liv Bec – Power, Passion, and Rebellion
We’re thrilled to feature Liv Bec, a dynamic artist from New Jersey, on our upcoming compilation album, Girls Only, releasing on March 22nd. Made up of Olivia Bec, Evan Alfano, and James Martorana, Liv Bec combines raw energy with explosive sound, led by Olivia’s unique vocals. Drawing influences from Wolf Alice, Badflower, and AFI, they’ve created a sound that’s both fresh and familiar.
Why Billie Eilish’s "bury a friend"?
Olivia chose to cover Billie Eilish’s "bury a friend" because of Billie’s ability to genre-shift. “Billie Eilish makes music that can genre shift, which is such a hard thing to accomplish,” Olivia explains. After hearing a rock version of the song, Olivia knew she had to put her own spin on it. Liv Bec’s rendition keeps the haunting essence of the original while adding their signature explosive sound.
The Influence of Billie Eilish
Billie Eilish has been a major inspiration for Olivia. “Billie Eilish made me believe that a female artist could succeed on her own terms,” she says. Billie’s ability to retain control over her music and career while breaking industry norms empowered Olivia to do the same.
Olivia was struck by the dark energy in "bury a friend", initially interpreting it as a commentary on the music industry’s slimy underbelly. “It was eye-opening to look at the industry from this perspective,” she shares.
Women’s Power in Music
Olivia sees the legacy of women in music evolving toward more freedom, power, and volume. “There’s more revenge, more power, more freedom,” she says. She points to artists like Lola Young for inspiring authenticity and strength in songwriting.
Challenges Women Still Face
Olivia acknowledges the biases female artists, especially in hip-hop, still face. “Female rappers get dodged by cis male listeners every day, sometimes subconsciously,” she notes. The industry needs to work harder to recognize and support women in all genres.
If Olivia could collaborate with anyone, it would be P!nk. “She knows how to convey power in a song,” Olivia says. The tension and surprise P!nk brings to her songwriting is something Olivia admires and aspires to emulate.
We’re excited to have Liv Bec on She Rocks and can’t wait for you to hear their incredible cover of Billie Eilish’s "bury a friend". The album drops on March 22nd, so don’t miss out on this powerful collection of women’s voices! Stay tuned for way to support women this month through this release and don’t forget to check Liv Bec out here!