ITSROSIEQUARTZ | INTERVIEW + TRACK REVIEW

Stepping into the world of ItsRosieQuartz feels like floating through a haze of soft pink silk—equal parts romantic daydream and raw reflection. With songs that shimmer in dreamy textures yet hit with emotional truth, Rosie crafts music that dances between the ethereal and the all-too-real. Whether she’s sharing openhearted lyricism or pairing pastel visuals with biting humour, there’s always something sincere—and a little cinematic—at the core of her artistry. We sat down with Rosie to chat about the origins of her sound, the healing power of humour, and what she hopes fans take away from her world in 2026.

TRACK REVIEW

From the very first note, “I Felt You” feels like a soft escape—a sonic walk down a windswept beach at golden hour. With delicately trinkling guitar picking, Rosie sets the tone for a reflective journey, inviting listeners into a warm, intimate soundscape.

But don’t get too comfortable—this track doesn’t stay in one place for long. As the vocals arrive, they command the spotlight with intricate phrasing and a silky clarity that cuts through the dreamy layers beneath. Rosie’s voice is captivating and unmistakably the centrepiece, but never overwhelming—just enough to lead you through the emotional arc of the track.

What makes “I Felt You” stand out is how it evolves. The song unfolds like a story, shifting textures with finesse. Midway through, we’re treated to a subtle twist—Rosie weaves in rhythmic, almost ’90s hip-hop-style elements with a nostalgic nod to lo-fi beats and warm synth tones. It’s a fusion that feels entirely her own: vulnerable, stylish, and steeped in self-awareness.

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If the world of ItsRosieQuartz existed inside a movie, what colour would the lighting be and what emotion would that colour represent for you?

Pink because it captures the hopeless romantic aesthetic of Rosie Quartz. It portrays the feeling of passion and femininity.

Your music floats between dream pop and bedroom pop, what’s the most un-dreamy or real-world moment that ended up inspiring a song?

Being in an unhealthy relationship that was built off dependence. It became toxic real fast, relying on one another to be someone whom the other just couldn’t be for them. The song ‘He’s a Four But’ was born from that scenario. 

You’ve had lineup changes but kept a consistent identity. What’s one thing that’s never changed and one thing that had to?

Ensuring we kept the stage name Rosie Quartz as the centre of the project has been vital to maintaining our pastel, vibrant pop branding. There have been discussions in regard to creating a band name with past members, before realising that what’s required to make this work is having Rosie Quartz and a backing band. Not everyone wants to be in a backing band and that is completely understandable. It meant that we’ve had to find the right people who fit with our project vision. 

When you listen back to “I Felt You,” what do you hear,  a starting point, or a version of yourselves that doesn’t exist anymore?

I Felt You is where it all began, it’s the first song I wrote that I really connected with. I still see that version of myself existing to this day, however, my current self is much more content with where I’m at with my romantic experiences. 

Rosie’s lyrics feel like open letters to emotion. What feeling do you still struggle to translate into music?

Whilst I have experienced deep pain in romantic relationships, I have gravitated towards using humour and sarcasm as a way to lighten the experience.

You’re known for pairing songs with striking visuals. If your sound had a texture or material, what would it feel like to touch?

 A soft, pink silk material!

Melbourne’s music scene is famously eclectic, what’s the strangest gig experience you’ve had so far in that ecosystem?

We once played at a venue in central Melbourne which was extremely fun, but it had more of a punk 80s, pub rock aesthetic so I felt a bit of imposter syndrome performing my girly pop anthems in there!!

“He’s a Four But” and “Toxic Trait” both play with humour and honesty, where’s the line between self-awareness and self-roasting in your songwriting?

I feel like my self awareness runs so deep that to soften the daunting reality, I use humour and sarcasm to soften the blow. I typically have good relationships with each of my exes however, the victim of 'He’s a Four,  But' was the only exception, therefore a light roast felt necessary!!

There’s a strong cinematic thread through your music. What film or director would best capture the world of ItsRosieQuartz if they shot your biopic?

The Netflix series Love Life directed by Sam Boyd and starring Anna Kendrick. 

When people come to see you live in 2026, what do you want them to walk away thinking, and what do you secretly hope they feel?

When putting on a gig, we always want to connect with the audience in a way that leaves them feeling seen and included in the fun atmosphere we create. We use crowd props to make them feel apart of the performance. I want them to leave feeling like they’ve had a warm hug and a memorable experience in which they remember the night for weeks to come. 

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