Embracing the Unconventional: The Unique Voice of Lilith Czar (The Unique Voices Club #27)

Discovering Unique Voices in Music

Every Friday, I write a post about singers with unique voices not commonly heard in mainstream music. My goal? To educate emerging artists and music lovers. I want to inspire everyone to embrace their own quirks. This week, I’m diving into the world of Juliet Simms/Lilith Czar.

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I’ve never written about a punk rock artist before on The Unique Voices Club, so here we are! I grew up on 2000s pop rock. Green Day was my jam—seriously, “Boulevard of Broken Dreams” was on repeat when I was seven. Don’t judge me! Avril Lavigne was also a staple, and I owe a huge thanks to an ex-friend for introducing me to Queen in my teens. It’s a crime that I didn’t discover Queen sooner.

I remember a family vacation in Dullstroom around 2011. A thunderstorm knocked out the lights in our cottage. We were sitting in darkness, surrounded by candles, when Juliet Simms appeared on the TV. She commanded the stage, and I was captivated.

The Journey of Juliet Simms

Juliet Simms started her career in a rock band with her brother and others called Automatic Loveletter. This was during the retro times of Myspace and PledgeMusic. Since then, she’s been working solo. You might also know her as the wife of Black Veil Brides frontman Andy Biersack.

Unfortunately, label politics held her back. Juliet’s time with Automatic Loveletter and her solo work didn’t allow her complete creative control. The music you find on Spotify from Automatic Loveletter was delayed. Their second album was released through an indie label after they were dropped following their debut.

Despite these challenges, she’s toured with Secondhand Serenade and Taylor Momsen. She even played at Warped Tour, both with the band and as a solo artist. But let’s shift gears—Juliet Simms is dead. Lilith Czar lives.

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The Emergence of Lilith Czar

Lilith Czar emerged in 2021 from Juliet's dying dreams. This transformation was fueled by conformity, control, and misogyny. Her music? It will slap you right in the face. Think of the unapologetic spirit of Janis Joplin and Stevie Nicks.

Lilith’s voice is a force of nature. The natural rasp and fine crinkles make it hard to pigeonhole her into a pop-related box. She can smooth out her voice with glottal stops and breaks, but she’s more comfortable roaring. She lets her voice shine through, imperfections and all.

Her music spans a variety of styles, including ballads and acoustic pieces. But let’s be clear—being punk rock isn’t just about electric guitars and screaming lyrics. It’s a philosophy of nonconformity and fighting against the status quo. That’s exactly what Lilith Czar represents.

Speaking as a woman, her motivation is clear: if it’s truly a man’s world, she wants to be king.

Oh, and by the way, one of my friends, Dorothy Littell Greco, is releasing her book about misogyny, For the Love of Women, in November. Go read it for me!

The Impact of Lilith Czar's Music

While she currently has just one full-length album and a bunch of singles, I warmed up to Lilith Czar after hearing her cover of one of my favorite songs, "Edge of Seventeen." After knowing Juliet Simms for so long, this was a refreshing take.

Stevie Nicks and Janis Joplin have always represented confidence and rebellion. There’s so much that emerging artists can learn from both them and Lilith. So, do yourself a favor and follow her to stay updated on her endeavors.

Supporting Emerging Artists

As we wrap up this week on The Unique Voices Club, I want to remind you to subscribe to the Patreon. This way, you can suggest artists for me to write about in the future. Together, we can educate fellow bohemians and support the movement! Remember, there’s power in the unconventional.

Stay educated,

Alexia