In the crowded landscape of new music, few emerging artists stand out for their raw honesty and profound storytelling as much as Vincent Lima. Recently playing their first sold-out show overseas in London, Vincent has quickly built a devoted following, many of whom connect deeply with their introspective lyrics and heartfelt performances.
With the release of Versions of Uncertainty, his debut EP, he explores themes of love, loss, and the universal struggle to make sense of grief, using myth and memory to guide listeners through an intimate narrative journey. In this exclusive interview, Vincent Lima opens up about the inspiration behind the EP, the transformative power of music, and what fans can expect from their first European shows and upcoming full-length album.
Let's talk about your upcoming show in London. It’s your first time playing overseas, and it’s already sold out! There are fans who’ve come from as far as Germany to see you. How does that feel?
It’s hard to put into words, honestly. There’s just so much gratitude. I look at these people—many of whom I’ve had conversations with or responded to in messages—and it just feels surreal. I booked this show because I knew, through messages and interactions, that people wanted to see me here. So tonight, when I look out at the audience, it’ll be filled with people who genuinely wanted to hear these songs live. And it’s strange because it’s hard to feel like you "deserve" this, but it’s this mutual exchange of emotion and experience that makes it meaningful.
Do you feel any added pressure since this is your first show in the UK, and in London, no less—a major city with industry eyes potentially watching?
I’m not sure about the industry part, but I know people are coming from all over, even from places like Glasgow and Germany. It’s incredible because it’s like no matter where I play, whether in the US or here, the people who come to these shows share the same energy and connection. That consistency is comforting.
And it’s a sold-out show too! No pressure, right?
[Laughs] Yeah, I’m still trying to wrap my head around it! I only started touring this year, and one of my recent tours was actually as an opener for Jonah Kagan. He’s close friends with Chance Pena and Jonah Kagan opened for him at a different venue. Touring with both of them taught me a lot about professionalism—warm-ups, taking care of yourself on the road. Before, I’d downplay things, thinking, “I’m just here to sing some songs,” but touring has shown me how much the experience matters to the people who come, and how you owe it to them to give it your best.
So before you started this journey, was music always the plan?
Yeah, I think it was. I didn’t come from a musical family, but from a young age, I was obsessed with the idea of being a rock star, writing songs, and performing. I wrote my first "songs" when I was about six or seven, just scribbling in a notebook even though I had no real experiences to write about. But the dream of doing music felt unrealistic until about a year ago.
As an emerging artist, do you think social media has made it easier to connect with an audience?
Absolutely. Social media is the reason people are coming to these shows. It’s not always easy looking for an audience, but I’ve built a little community. It’s often the same people in the comments, the same people messaging, the same people showing up at different venues. I’ve chosen to engage directly with them, and I’m grateful for the platform because it allows me to connect personally with fans without a middleman.
And you released a new EP recently, "Versions of Uncertainty." Can you tell us a bit about it?
Sure. It started with a song I put out in June 2023 called "Orpheus." It’s about grief, memory, and how we hold on to loved ones we’ve lost. The song is inspired by the Greek myth of Orpheus and Eurydice; Orpheus looks back at Eurydice, his lover, and she fades away forever. That image resonated deeply with me, especially because it captured why I was making music. It felt like the first time I really understood my purpose in songwriting. "Orpheus" and its story connected with people in a way I hadn’t experienced before. It inspired me to keep writing, leading to a six-song EP that continues this narrative about love, loss, and acceptance.
So is there a full album in the works?
Yes, but it’s still in the planning stages. I’m 100% independent, so I’m figuring out the best way to release it. My goal is to roll it out next year, probably with a few more singles to build up to the full album. It will be an extension of the EP, continuing the journey of these characters and themes.
What's your writing process like? Do you schedule writing time or wait for inspiration?
I don’t schedule time, really. Songs just come when they’re ready, and I can feel when it’s happening. It’s like a rush of emotion or an idea, and then I sit at the piano or grab a guitar, and the song just unfolds. After each song, it always feels like maybe it’s the last one I’ll ever write, but then it happens again.
And you’ve got a tour coming up as well. What’s next for you?
Yes! After this London show, I’ll be heading to Dublin, then back to the US for a West Coast tour. Next year, we’re planning a big tour through the US, with shows in markets I haven’t played before, and then coming back to Europe with dates in England, Germany, Amsterdam, and Paris.
Exciting! And finally, what can the audience expect from tonight's show?
Tonight’s show is intimate and emotional. The first part is older songs, and the second part is the EP in sequence. I’ll be guiding the audience through the story of the characters as we go along. Some people have compared it to a musical, though it’s more of a live storytelling experience. I’m really excited to share it with everyone.
Thank you so much for sharing! We can’t wait for the show.
As Vincent Lima continues to tour and bring Versions of Uncertainty to life on stage, their work is resonating with listeners around the world, inviting them into a space of shared vulnerability and connection. With an upcoming full-length album on the horizon, it’s clear this journey is only just beginning.
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Words by Sal F.
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