Exclusive Interview: Lyncs Talks Self-Producing, Tour, and New Music
- Mikaila Storrs
- Mar 18
- 5 min read
Updated: Mar 19
Lyncs may not be a household name just yet, but she’s quickly carving out her place as indie-pop’s next rising star. With close to a decade of self-produced music under her belt, she’s crafted a dreamy, whimsical sound that’s unmistakably her own. Right before she sets off on tour with The Ivy, we caught up with her to talk about everything from discovering her passion for music by strumming a tennis racket to Shania Twain on VHS, to crafting her signature sound, what’s on her pre-show playlist, and even a little hint about new music on the way.
Jacqueline Hynes—now known as Lyncs—has been immersed in music for as long as she can remember. “My mom had me play the piano when I was like five. And then when I went to elementary school, the year that I started, the principal decided that all the kids were going to get violins. And so then I started with the violin and I was like, Oh, this is kind of cool. I kind of want to keep going with this, then I just never stopped.” From orchestra to discovering her own artistic voice, she was producing her own music by 13—blending curiosity, creativity, and a fearless passion for making something entirely her own. She laughs, reminiscing about her early days of making music:
“My mom would take me to Guitar Center, and I’d just ask the guys, ‘How do I record this guitar? And I want to record my vocal at the same time. What do I need?’ We’d buy the cheapest option, and then, like a week later, I’d be like, ‘Mom, I need more. I gotta get the next-level thing.’”
With YouTube tutorials barely a thing at the time, she relied on deep dives into music forums, learning the ropes from "a bunch of old guys" on the internet—an unconventional, but undeniably effective, crash course in production. Armed with determination, online forums, and a mom willing to let her turn her childhood bedroom into a DIY studio, she was well on her way to finding her sound by 13.
When it comes to shaping her sound, Lyncs draws inspiration from artists who master the art of contrast. “I think a lot of those artists, like Lorde, for example—she’s such a huge inspiration to me as a solo act, but her sound is really big. That was something I really liked about her, especially her earlier work with Jack Antonoff. They created a sound you hadn’t really heard before. Her voice was so rich, yet she was so young—it was just a really cool give-and-take.” She also admires The 1975 for their dynamic production choices. “They do a really good job of making the drums sound really anthemic while keeping the guitars super simple.” That push and pull—happy lyrics with melancholic melodies, booming drums against delicate guitar lines—is something she loves to play with in her own music. “I just always gravitated towards that, so I try to find myself in there somewhere.”
As the conversation turned to her career, Lyncs shared where she’s at on her musical journey. With three EPs under her belt, she’s now gearing up to finish her first full-length album. Naturally, we had to ask how close she was to finishing that project. She laughed and said, “I would say, what I can say is, we’re like halfway there.” But, Lyncs gave us more information on a new song that will drop just a few days into her upcoming tour. Her new song drops on March 28, and one word she would use to describe it is "I guess I would have to say 'yourself.'" For those eager to explore Lyncs's already-released music before her show, she recommends starting with "How to Cure a Heart Attack." She shares, "I just love how that song sounds and feels. Lyrically, it's really fun and spunky.” But when it comes to what she’s most excited to perform, Lyncs is all about “Ashes.” She continues, “I hope they [the audience] feel empowered. And I hope they just have a good time. I just want everybody to feel like really good about themselves.”
With the tour fast approaching, we were curious about how Lyncs is getting ready. She shared, “We’re getting new merch. So I’ve been really into designing merch—that’s been super fun. Mostly, it’s been about rehearsing, getting good rest, chatting with the guys about logistics. I’ve also been writing more—I'm always writing. Just hanging out with friends before I have to leave.”
Ahead of the upcoming tour with The Ivy (Wyatt Clem and Shawn Abhari), kicking off on March 25, Lyncs and the duo just released their collaboration, "Don't Fall Asleep To This." She explains that the whole process was effortless and laid-back: “All three of us were kind of just thinking we were going to chat, hang out. They had this synth pad or something, and I just brought it up. We started talking about a song idea—something that could tie into the tour, like a cool moment. Then, we just started writing. Within a couple of hours, we had the full song written and demoed. They came back the next day to finish it, and we pretty much had it the way it sounds now.”
If only 3-year-old Lyncs could see herself now, she’d be so proud to know she’s well on her way to achieving her dream, turning what once felt like a childhood fantasy into reality. When she talked about the moment she realized she wanted to be a musician, she shared, "The first time I knew I wanted to be an artist, I forget what year it was, but it was a VHS of Shania Twain - I’d put that video on and watch Shania Twain perform with fiddles and everything. It was so cool. I’d sit there, playing with a tennis racket, and I think I was two or three years old. I remember thinking, ‘Whatever that is, I don’t know what it is, but that’s what I want to do.’"
Lyncs is an artist on the verge of something extraordinary, with her captivating indie-pop sound creating a dreamy atmosphere that’s impossible to ignore. Her music, which blends infectious melodies and emotional depth, has already garnered attention from fans, leaving them eagerly anticipating her upcoming album. With her undeniable talent, magnetic presence, and ability to connect with listeners on a personal level, Lyncs is destined for big things. As she prepares to take the stage, it's clear that she’s ready to leave a lasting impact on the music world.
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