We’re looking forward to introducing you to Lexi Stark. Check out our conversation below.
Lexi, a huge thanks to you for investing the time to share your wisdom with those who are seeking it. We think it’s so important for us to share stories with our neighbors, friends and community because knowledge multiples when we share with each other. Let’s jump in: What makes you lose track of time—and find yourself again?
Lately the art of creating and performing has made me find myself again. Those words have never rang more true in this season of my life.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
Hey guys! My name is Lexi Stark. I’m a Nashville based country artist/singer-songwriter. I’m originally from northern VA. I grew up touring the DC metro area under my maiden name Lexi Peto with my band. While touring I had some incredible opportunities to open up for artists like Jamie Lynn Spears and John Cowan (Doobie Brothers). Today I am completely enveloped in the Nashville music scene and I love making music that is authentic and true to who I am. Stylistically my music is country with pop and christian influences. Emotion and honesty are key themes throughout my catalogue as well as ideas like love and resilience.
In addition to my own artistry, I also enjoy writing for other artists’s projects. What sets me apart from other musicians is I am not afraid to dive deep, and get down to the nitty gritty of what makes an artist who they are to help them be able to say what they want to say musically. My faith is also a large part of what makes me who I am and I don’t shy away from being vulnerable and open about that.
As far as what I am working on- I am so pumped to say that I have been releasing new music! I just dropped a single called “Where I Belong,” that I wrote for my mom after her passing and in support of mental health awareness. On December 12th, I will be releasing a song called “Won’t Let it Get to Us.”
Amazing, so let’s take a moment to go back in time. Who saw you clearly before you could see yourself?
A huge supporter of my musicality and just my life in general would have to be my stepdad. After my mom’s passing he joined forces with my dad to help raise me. Ultimately- he is the one who not only moved to Nashville with me from northern VA to support my musical dreams but he also helped me see the love of Jesus in my heart. To this day- my stepdad and my dad are best friends. It truly is a God story.
If you could say one kind thing to your younger self, what would it be?
If I could go back in time and talk to a younger version of myself I would tell her that yes- music is important. It is apart of the fabric of who God created her to be. But ultimately- she is loved because of who she is, not because of what she does in life or her career path. Being “successful” doesn’t define your worth. That is a hard lesson I had to learn over the longevity of my career in music and I still have to unlearn in times of stress. I am not afraid to admit my shortcomings. Ultimately they point me to lean on the people in my life that I love the most like my husband , our family, and Jesus.
I think our readers would appreciate hearing more about your values and what you think matters in life and career, etc. So our next question is along those lines. What are the biggest lies your industry tells itself?
I think one of the biggest lies in the music industry is that you have to portray a certain version of yourself that isn’t really who you are in order to be successful. I see a lot of people around me in this town trying to do the exact same thing as me, and so many people get lost in the business and forget who they are and why they began to create art in the first place. Don’t get me wrong- I am not to be excluded from this group of people. I had to step back from music for a season because I lost my sense of self-worth. Ultimately- what led me back to my music is my faith. When I stopped putting my worth in how others viewed me and how they perceived my art, I started to really lean into who I am and who I want to continue to become. In my opinion -the key to making beautiful art is to simply create music that you love because you are loved. Period. Not because you want to be loved.
Okay, so let’s keep going with one more question that means a lot to us: What do you understand deeply that most people don’t?
One of the things I understand deeply that not a lot of people my age do is the loss of a parent. Losing my mom at such a young age was one of the hardest things I’ve ever had to face. However, I believe so strongly that beauty does come from ashes. Her passing is what led to my dad and my stepdad becoming best friends, joining forces to raise me, and that is what ultimately led me to create beautiful art. My upbringing is very unique, but I know that if I wasn’t raised the way I was I wouldn’t be who I am today. And I am proud of who I am today. This is a season of newfound confidence and self-worth. I am rediscovering my sense of self, going back to my roots, and I am excited about that. I believe this rediscovery of purpose and self-confidence is displayed in my music and the way I am able to present myself.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.lexistarkmusic.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lexistarkmusic
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lexistarksmusic#
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@lexistarkmusic
- Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/lexi-stark-306508449
- Other: Spotify:
Apple Music:
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/lexi-stark/1771016813
Tik tok:
https://www.tiktok.com/@lexistarkmusic
