Fish And Scale - Tapestry

Fish And Scale - Tapestry- Interview

With his latest release “Tapestry,” Fish And Scale channels his most formative childhood memories into a moving indie-folk track that showcases the songwriters’ vulnerability and resilience. Read on to learn more in our interview with him.

Can you take us behind the inspiration for the song?

The inspiration comes from a memory of undergoing heart surgery when I was six years old. For a long time, that experience was locked away in a 'silent' part of my mind. 'Tapestry' is about the threads of life that connect us even in our darkest moments—the sterile cold of the clinic, the fear of a child, and the small, mystical details like wallpaper patterns that became my sanctuary.

Tell us about the day you wrote it? How did the song come about?

It didn't start with a pen and paper; it started with a feeling of deep stillness. The melody arrived first—low and intimate—and as I picked up my guitar, the lyrics poured out almost like an incantation. It felt less like I was 'writing' a song and more like I was finally 'translating' a memory that had been waiting to be told."

When it comes to the production—what did that look like?

We produced the track with a focus on 'organic textures.' I wanted the listener to feel the room. We recorded in a space that allowed for that smoky, soulful vocal to breathe. A lot changed in the studio; we experimented with layering sounds to create that 'wall of sound' toward the end. We realized that to capture the 'mystical folk' vibe, we had to let the song be structurally unusual—letting it build slowly rather than rushing to a chorus."

How has your background inspired your music?

Facing my own mortality so young shaped my entire existential outlook. It made me a seeker. A seeker to who I am.

How has your music evolved over the years?

I think over the years I’ve become braver in following my inner artist and my heart, rather than just my 'head'.

What aspect of your music are you most proud of?

I’m most proud of its honesty. With 'Tapestry,' I’m sharing a piece of my soul that is quite vulnerable.

Any crazy goals for the year ahead?

To reach people who love music with depth.