“There’s something incredibly empowering about playing pop music.” Having a supportive community has been vital for SASAMI throughout her journey thus far. “I believe I am where I am today because of the community that backed me, especially in the early days. Mitski and Michelle [Zauner] from Japanese Breakfast have always been protective and influential, ensuring that my career decisions have been advantageous. The people who supported me at the start have profoundly shaped how I view myself and the industry now.”
“White men and the status quo have long been helping each other and using that strength to hold onto these systemic positions of power,” she explains, emphasizing the importance of a spirit of giving back and mutual support. “It’s 2025, and we’re tired of discussing cancel culture and identity politics. There’s a sense of political exhaustion with that kind of language, but it’s very real, and it’s essential for marginalized identities to continue uplifting one another.”
She adds, “Everything I have comes from people raising me up. HAIM took me on tour, and I performed at large venues; they didn't have to do that, but they gave me that chance because they wanted to support my vision and art. I’ve consistently had people choose to uplift me not for any commercial gain, but because they believe in me and included me in their community. I am truly grateful to that community.”
With increasing concerns about new industry standards, technological advancements, and the appeal of AI, SASAMI also believes listeners play an important part in that community. “It’s straightforward: if you genuinely love an artist, you can assume that their opening act is someone they hold dear. So, arrive early to see the opening band and buy their merchandise. That’s a very human way for us to connect with one another.”
“You can bypass the typical marketing systems and the corporate music industry. There’s something wholesome about artists supporting one another, and fans are key to that. It’s a way to break away from systemic norms that dictate only those artists Spotify promotes in their playlists find success. There are alternative paths," she observes. "Our generation often feels powerless due to technology and social media. However, there are still ways to foster a person-to-person community in the music scene.”
Listening to SASAMI express her thoughts so passionately makes it clear that she is an artist who knows precisely what she wants as she approaches a significant year. “I see myself as a blue-collar musician at the end of the day. I’m not a wealthy nepo-baby doing this for fun. This is my profession, but I want to pursue it on my terms and create what I want,” she states. “I’m incredibly excited and thankful; I invest a lot of energy into my music and performances. I can’t wait to go out and see people dance and sing along; I just hope they can be as silly and sincere as I was in creating it.” ‘Blood On The Silver Screen’ is now available through Domino.
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