Adrian Conforti, Singer/Songwriter
From The Pod of DC by Voice of DC Productions and Rick Bernstein
July 31, 2025 · 31 min
About this episode
Adrian Conforti discusses his journey as a songwriter and musician, performing his original track and reflecting on his experiences in the music industry.
Adrian Conforti is a songwriter and former touring musician who founded the band Soulys in the early 2000s. On this episode of the pod, Adrian visits the studio with guitar in hand to perform his original track, “You’re Into Me” and reflect on the wild ride that music—and life—has taken him on. We talk musical influences, the heartbreak that sparked a creative wave, developing a following on the road, and the time he auditioned to become the lead singer of INXS. Looking back, it’s clear how Adrian’s songs evolved—from expressions of deep angst to reflections filled with gratitude and growth, transforming pain into something positive and meaningful.
People in this episode
Host: Rick Bernstein
Guest: Adrian Conforti
Topics covered
- songwriting
- music performance
- musical influences
- personal growth
- creative process
Keywords
- Adrian Conforti
- Soulys
- INXS
- songwriting
- music performance
- creative process
- musical influences
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Soulys
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