Wes Leavins, the singer and frontman of Brigitte Calls Me Baby, recently sat down with Rough Trade to talk about the music that has inspired and shaped his sound. Brigitte Calls Me Baby’s music is influenced by legends like Elvis and Roy Orbison, as well as more contemporary artists like Radiohead and The Strokes. The band’s sound balances refined musicianship with emotional truth, resulting in an elegant time warp and an up-close exploration of modern day neuroses.
Leavins discussed several albums that have influenced him, including The Misfits’ Static Age, which features energetic, aggressive, two-minute songs with a unique voice from Danzig. Leavins also spoke about Tears for Fears’ The Tipping Point, which he saw live and appreciated their ability to still write songs that could have been on Songs From The Big Chair, even as they start to think about their mortality.
Another album that has influenced Leavins is The 1975’s self-titled album. Although it didn’t resonate with him initially, he later appreciated the perfect combination of hookiest hooks and instrumentation. Leavins also praised The Strokes’ Comedown Machine, which was under-appreciated for a while but showcased the band experimenting with synthesizers.
Lastly, T Rex’s Electric Warrior was mentioned as an album that showcases everything that was great about 50s rock n roll mixed with glam and psychedelic, and is Leavin’s go-to road trip album due to its high energy.
Overall, Leavin’s music tastes reflect a range of different sounds and influences, which is evident in his own band’s music and the unique balance they strike between refined musicianship and emotional truth
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