Harley Olivia Seamlessly Blends Alt-Rock with Pop on Inspiring Debut EP Hiding Little Pieces
Harley Olivia is a neurodivergent, Toronto-based alt-rock artist who crafts an energetic blend of rock and pop music. Formerly a globe-trotting flight attendant with over 50 countries visited and 8,000 hours in the air, she decided to swap in her wings for the stage and fully committed herself to music. Since then, she has launched multiple singles, showcased at Canadian Music Week, was crowned the winner of Jack Daniel’s Supporting Act Competition, and now collaborates with JUNO Award-winning producer Siegfried Meier.
The way Harley commands the stage with her feisty stage presence has earned her the opportunity to open up for acclaimed artists such as SUMO CYCO, Softcult, and Terra Lightfoot.
The main theme of her debut EP, Hiding Little Pieces, is overcoming heartbreak and getting yourself out of a dark place. Over the past few years, Harley has done a lot of growing up, and with her mind always buzzing, she needed to put these feelings down on paper so she could move on. Highlighted single, “You’re Not Ready,” is an empowering, catchy pop-rock song with influences of harder 80’s rock to convey resolve in the lyrical meaning. The inspiration for the track was realizing a romantic partner was not ready for a healthy and stable commitment and opted for games and self-servitude instead.
The lyrics reflect on how I had to process my shame, recognize my self-worth and set boundaries after being so open and vulnerable with this person. I know I’m not the only one who’s been in a relationship like this so I hope it resonates with others who have faced similar situations. – Harley Olivia on “You’re Not Ready”