Julia Nunes

Julia Nunes started writing songs in Berkeley, California, drawing from her Brazilian background and listening to artists like Joni Mitchell and Nina Simone. She put out her first EP, 'Light & Shadow,' in 2016, which caught some attention for its quiet, thoughtful feel. A few years later, she released her debut album, 'Some Kind of Dream.'

Her song 'No Sudden Moves' became a point of connection for listeners, along with tracks like 'I Really do' and 'Make Out.' She worked independently, which meant handling promotion and funding on her own terms. In 2018, her song 'Bad Girl' sparked some debate, with Nunes addressing it directly and focusing on her own perspective.

Nunes kept putting out music that leaned into personal reflection, with songs such as 'A Century' and 'A Welcome Vacation' rounding out her catalog. She built a following through steady releases rather than big breaks, staying grounded in the kind of writing that first drew people in.