M: You’re a multi-lingual performer. How many languages are you able to perform in?
Caroline: Norwegian, Swedish, English and Italian. I was also hired to sing the Greek National Anthem at the launching of the cruise liner, “Infinity”.
M: What artists most influenced your style?
Caroline: Annie Lennox, Sade, Sting, Elton John, Joni Mitchell, Suzanne Vega, Nina Hagen, Peter Gabriel, Kate Bush, Al Jarreau, Ella Fitzgerald.
M: What is your impression of LA’s music scene?
Caroline: It’s a scene, all right! I see hard working musicians playing for peanuts and a sexualized industry with fragile integrity. I also see an abundance of opportunity for creative freedom and people working together to make dreams come true. For me, it is vital to stay grounded in my own purpose and integrity and not get sucked into the illusion of Hollywood.
M: Do you have any videos in the planning?
Caroline: Yes, I am in the process of creating a video for “I Am Venus”. My vision is exceeding the budget for the moment, but I am hoping to get some help to pull it off.
M: Finally, if you could have any three musicians on your next album, who would they be, and why?
Caroline: Sheryl Crow, Alanis Morissette and Annie Lennox. I have tremendous respect for their voices and artistry and would just love to work with them. Talk about Venus Envy (in a good way)!