Q&A: Jane Beeson at Kilby Block Party
INTERVIEW
INTERVIEW
☆ BY MADISON EYRE ☆
Originally from Nevada, raised in Utah, and now based in Los Angeles, singer-songwriter Jane Beeson explores the sacred and the personal on her latest EP Ritual. The project weaves together themes of religion, OCD, and healing—with a focus on reclaiming ritual on her own terms. Talking with Jane Beeson and her stylist Sabrina Teerlink we dive into the vulnerable expression that connects us. first time at kilby block party we had a chance to dive into some of her background and process.
LUNA: Diving into fashion, what makes you feel most at home with your designed look?
BEESON: I’ve always loved a big pair of boots! My mother is quite tall, and being a couple inches shorter than her at 5'7", I always loved wearing big boots because I felt closer to her—like I was her same height. Right now, I’m trying out Miista boots.
LUNA: Congrats on the EP release, Ritual! What does the name Ritual represent to you?
BEESON: I grew up going to church, so the name Ritual touches on all the high-demand rituals I experienced. I also have OCD, and I feel like a lot of that overlaps with the structure I grew up in—like, really specific things you have to do to receive blessings. That became a big theme in the EP. The song “Ritual” is about doing things over and over again even when you know they’re bad for you, and how that feels.
LUNA: What kind of ritual have you found in your life now that you’ve stepped away from that structure?
BEESON: I started to realize that even when you leave a high-demand system, the good parts—like community or a sense of rhythm—can still exist in your day-to-day life if you’re intentional. And all the bad parts? They’re totally unnecessary. You don’t have to feel guilt or pressure to have connection, a routine, or a space for yourself. Those are things you can just have. You don’t have to qualify for them.
LUNA: I love the process you’ve gone through to get to a self that feels in tune. How do you get in tune when it comes to creating and writing music?
BEESON: I try to get into a writing headspace. I’ve learned to train my brain to be more observant. When I look back at the songs I love most, they usually came from a time when I was consistently journaling or writing little two-liners. That habit really opens things up for me creatively.
LUNA: What does it feel like to bring these lyrics and music on stage?
BEESON: I get quite anxious before getting on stage, but seeing an engaged audience that’s genuinely listening and enjoying the set makes me feel at home in my body.
LUNA: Can you tell me more about the look that was created with Sabrina and Katie that you brought on stage today?
BEESON: Yes! We wanted something more springy, retro, and open. I feel really lucky—this was my first time working with a stylist, and it was such a fun experience. The look was exactly what I wanted. I loved the questions they asked during the process—it got me thinking more about why I wear what I wear. I didn’t realize how many small choices I make with my style until I had the chance to actually talk about it with them.
LUNA: Beautiful. Can you tell me about your key necklace?
BEESON: My mother gave me this necklace. She went on a study abroad trip to London when she was 21 and got this charm at the Notting Hill Market. When I turned 21, she gave it to me. It means a lot.
LUNA: Where do you draw inspiration for fashion from?
TEERLINK: I draw so much inspiration from music—it's the air I breathe. Father John Misty said it best. Music is part of my everyday life. I consume songs constantly, research artists, and study their process. Visually, I love styling based on music videos and interviews. There’s a kind of silent communication in how artists choose to represent themselves.
Ever since I was a little girl, I’ve loved what Joni Mitchell said: “If you listen to music and see yourself, it will probably make you cry and you will learn something about yourself.” That stuck with me. As a kid, I would watch music videos and feel like I was understanding myself through their expression. I feel so lucky to be alive and inspired by artists like David Bowie, Beck, The Rolling Stones, The Strokes, Yard Act—the list goes on.
LUNA: What was your favorite part about styling Jane Beeson?
TEERLINK: How open she is to collaboration. We both share a love for art that comes from the heart. I love how she wanted to represent independent designers like Katie, who designed her Kilby Block Party look. Jane came to me with inspirations from the past, from street style—textures, layers, silhouettes—and was so trusting in letting me explore. As a stylist, I see myself as an extension of the artist's creativity, voice, and imagination.
LUNA: How did you balance your creative vision with Jane's?
TEERLINK: She made the process easy—it was like talking to an old friend. She’s flexible, kind, grounded. She really valued the relationship throughout the process. Some of the best work comes from that kind of genuine connection, not just two passing ships. I already loved her personal style, so it elevated my experience, too. It didn’t feel like “work”—it felt like collaboration.
LUNA: How have you evolved as a stylist?
TEERLINK: I’m humbly proud to say I can see how much I’ve grown. I started styling at 18, and now I’m 28. My first real break came at a David Bowie dance party at the Echoplex, right after he passed. I wore a sparkly Zara slip dress and Vera Wang glitter boots. I ended up on stage, matching with the performer—we took a photo. Later, he asked what I did, and I told him I was in school for fashion merchandising. He asked if I’d ever considered fashion styling. I didn’t even know that was a real career option.
That night led to an opportunity working with Ben Harper, a Grammy-winning artist who’s worked with Harry Styles. Scott Free, his stylist, took me on as an assistant and gave me creative control on some projects. From there, I dove deep—more assisting, more creating, more learning. I now have a stronger sense of my own eye and look forward to working one-on-one with artists. Little me would be so proud.
LUNA: Can you tell me more about the designer Katie (@funkyangel.design)?
TEERLINK: Katie is a wonderful young independent fashion designer from Arizona. As a stylist, it’s important to reach the heart of the artist, and since Jane is from Arizona and Kilby supports so many indie bands, it felt like the perfect fit.
Katie had just graduated from ASU’s design program, and when we met, she was full of life and ideas. We collaborated in a way that honored all of our visions. She speaks through fabric—color, texture, shape—and she really interpreted Jane’s vision beautifully. It’s every stylist’s dream to find a designer who speaks the same creative language. I’m lucky to call her a friend and collaborator.
Sabrina closes our conversation by sharing a quote from Bob Weir of The Grateful Dead:
“We are all one. You can be proud of the giant entity that we all are.”
