Sophie Thatcher is a rising darling in Hollywood. Her outstanding performances in the horror genre have garnered critical praise for the actress and dedicated fans. Whether audiences know her as the lovable punky soccer player Natalie Scatorccio or the self-determined robo-lover Iris, most of her popular work is in acting. Thatcher is a dedicated and ionate actress, but her heart's truest desires lie in her music career.

On the Therapuss podcast hosted by Jake Shane, Thatcher shared that music is her "first love" and finds more thrill in her musical endeavors than her acting gigs. The Yellowjackets star is not only an impressive singer and writer, either, as her music taste is impeccable. Her music has depth that only a well-studied student of culture can achieve, and her recommendations flex her expansive taste in genres, decades, and tones.

Sophie Thatcher Released An EP In 2024 Named Pivot And Scrape

A Deliciously Melancholy Art Pop Release

Thatcher's deep and raspy speaking tone becomes a hauntingly beautiful, breathy vocal that perfectly compliments the dreamy and yet dark tone of her EP. Thatcher's lyricism invites the listener into the turmoil of her inner narrative. Her struggles against her inner saboteur on "Rattle Trap" and her hazy metaphors of resilience through hardship on "Pivot & Scrape" display how vividly she is able to extend herself onto the page. Despite being her first EP release, the sound is mature and cohesive.

Thatcher collaborated with her twin sister, Ellie Thatcher, to create parts of this EP, particularly the song "My Friend." They bounced melodies and lyrics off of each other in the writing process, according to her interview with Flood Magazine. Adam McDaniel, the producer of the album, contributed melodic lines and created an atmosphere that perfectly compliments the brooding tone of Thatcher's lyricism.

Thatcher's Origins As A Musician Explained

Music Is Her First Love

Music always filled the halls of Sophie Thatcher's childhood home. In her interview with Under The Radar Magazine, she shared that her mother was a piano teacher and her father had a deep love for music. Thatcher was skillful on the ivories herself, taking classical piano lessons into her teen years.

Despite being a working actor from the age of 11, her desire to be a singer lived on inside of her. She felt that singing was her strongest talent. She sang in the choir of her family's Mormon Church. It wasn't long before the actress found her own voice, writing lyrics and learning how to produce demos on Ableton through trial and error.

Thatcher likes to create music featuring tangible sounds she finds around her.

She found community with other young artists while cultivating her own craft. Her close friend Maral connected her to her EP's producer, Adam McDaniel. They both shared a love for natural sound, ambiance, and chaotic synth noise. Thatcher likes to create music featuring tangible sounds she finds around her.

What Is Sophie Thatcher Listening To?

Check Out Her Spotify Playlist

Sophie Thatcher is always listening to music, going through life with her headphones on, according to her Under The Radar interview. It is not a mystery what she is listening to all day, as she shares her inspirations and favorites readily.

She recently teamed up with The Numero Group, a record label that specializes in re-issues, to make a playlist. She ed their "guest list" and created a Spotify playlist featuring all of her favorite songs by artists with Numero Group. The playlist features songs from Patti Whipp, Jeff Cowell, Margo Guryan, The Feelies, and more.

Thatcher also shared her favorite records in an interview with Synth History. Among her choices were Flaming Tunes' self-titled album, Kleenex's liliput, The Dead C's Trapdoor F**king Exit, and Tall Dwarfs' Folk Songs. This selection proves her deep dedication to music as a whole, and likely pairs well with the music Sophie Thatcher herself has made.