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Ella Hooper: From Killing Heidi to Solo Stardom
3 Oct
Summary
- Ella Hooper was inspired to go solo by Stevie Nicks.
- Fans named daughters Ella after the singer.
- Hooper once threw a boot into the audience on stage.
Australian artist Ella Hooper revealed that a pivotal conversation with Stevie Nicks of Fleetwood Mac encouraged her to pursue a solo music career. Hooper was already contemplating her musical direction when she supported Fleetwood Mac, leading to discussions with Nicks that ultimately gave her the confidence to explore beyond her band, Killing Heidi.
Hooper also shared heartwarming fan interactions, including being named after by numerous young girls. This experience, she humorously noted, led to a sense of responsibility to 'lead them astray.' Her new album, 'Overnight Success,' delves into Americana music, a genre she feels artists like PJ Harvey could also explore effectively.
A particularly vivid memory from Hooper's career involves a chaotic moment during an outdoor festival in Darwin. In a spontaneous act, she unzipped and threw her silver boot into the audience, only to realize she had to finish the set barefoot. She also detailed her post-show wind-down ritual, emphasizing the need to disconnect from her phone and embrace aromatherapy and reading, despite the phone's allure.
