Life, Values & Legacy: Our Chat with Jane Kumrija of Gulch

We recently had the chance to connect with Jane Kumrija and have shared our conversation below.

Jane, so good to connect and we’re excited to share your story and insights with our audience. There’s a ton to learn from your story, but let’s start with a warm up before we get into the heart of the interview. What makes you lose track of time—and find yourself again?
Drawing, painting

Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
I’m a singer-songwriter, producer, and DJ with a background in visual arts — so I’ve always seen creativity as something that goes beyond just one form. I move between different sounds, from raw, soulful songs to more electronic and dance-driven tracks, depending on what I’m feeling or trying to express.

Because of my visual arts background, I usually handle my own visuals — whether that’s cover art, styling, or the overall look and feel of a project. I like making sure everything, from the music to the visuals, tells a cohesive story.

You could say I’m a creative 360 — music, visuals, design, it’s all connected. For me, it’s about creating experiences that feel real, expressive, and true to who I am.

Appreciate your sharing that. Let’s talk about your life, growing up and some of topics and learnings around that. What’s a moment that really shaped how you see the world?
What really shaped how I see the world was learning to turn emotions and life moments into art. It gave me a new lens — one where I could feel deeper, find meaning in chaos, and create my own kind of clarity through expression.

Was there ever a time you almost gave up?
Relocating to Nashville marked a complete reset — emotionally, personally, and creatively. In the midst of navigating that upheaval, I was still in the process of promoting and releasing my album Lonely Tunes. Balancing deep personal challenges with the demands of my work tested me in ways I hadn’t anticipated. Yet, finishing what I started became an act of quiet resilience — a testament to the power of art to anchor and carry us through moments of transformation.

Next, maybe we can discuss some of your foundational philosophies and views? Is the public version of you the real you?
The public version of me is real — but it’s curated. It holds truth, but it’s not the whole story. I choose which parts of myself to share, and there’s a lot that stays behind the curtain. I’m naturally reserved, and my full self usually only shows up in safe, close-knit spaces.

That said, I’m learning to loosen my grip on how I present myself publicly — to let more vulnerability in. Not to expose everything, but to create more honest connections between who I am and the art I make.

Okay, we’ve made it essentially to the end. One last question before you go. Are you doing what you were born to do—or what you were told to do?
I’ve been doing what I was meant to do for years now, choosing to follow my creative gifts and passions over the pursuit of material wealth or luxury. A family member once told me these talents are given to us to explore and use, not to keep hidden away and that deeply resonated with me.

Creativity is the core of who I am, and I don’t say this lightly, it’s my identity — even if there have been times I had to step back just to survive. But no matter what, I’m committed to using what I’ve been given to build something meaningful — something that lasts.

Ultimately, it’s about honoring the legacy of using the talents we’re given to make meaning beyond the material world.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.janexmusic.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janexkmusic/?hl=en
• Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/janexofficial/
• Youtube: https://youtube.com/@janexkmusic?si=vJNAhWv0_z6ZPg4S
• Soundcloud: https://on.soundcloud.com/ciplGybEetUdK9ZdXS

Image Credits
Frat Girl
Maggie McLemore
Charlie Foshee