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Interview with
STEFANIE MICHAELA

(25th November 2025)

Interview by Dave Bruce

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Watch the full interview below:

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STEFANIE MICHAELA – “ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE”

Bright, warm Los Angeles was the backdrop as I jumped onto a call with emerging pop-R&B artist Stefanie Michaela—a soulful vocalist, devoted mother of five, passionate dog rescuer, and living proof that life’s chapters don’t always unfold in a straight line.

Stefanie joined us from the hills of LA, a place she describes as filled with wildlife, sunshine, and the kind of energy that continually fuels her creativity. But before the EPs, studio sessions, and sold-out LA gigs, her story began much earlier—and much quieter.

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“Music found me before I could even speak.”

From the moment she could express herself, Stefanie says music wasn’t a choice—it was already part of her wiring.

“My parents realized pretty early I had something,” she recalls. “They put me into vocal lessons, musicals, school plays—anything that would help grow that spark.”

That spark took her to the Idyllwild Arts Academy, a performing arts boarding school, where musical theatre became her foundation. Later she moved on to the Boston Conservatory, but ultimately realized that the Broadway life wasn’t the path she wanted.

“I loved musical theatre, but I knew I wanted to be in LA. I wanted a family. And deep down, I knew I’d eventually return to pop and R&B.”

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The Break, the Return, and Five Kids Later…

Stefanie’s journey wasn’t a straight sprint. After early studio work and an album recorded when she was younger, she stepped away from the industry.

“I met people I thought I could trust and learned quickly that wasn’t the case. I was young, naïve… so I stepped back.”

That “step back” turned into years—years in which she got married, raised five children (including two sets of twins), adopted multiple dogs, and built the life she always envisioned.

Then one day—almost randomly—a studio opportunity came through her mother.

“I thought, ‘Well, all the kids are in school now… maybe I should just try.’ And the second I walked into that studio, it was game on. I couldn’t believe I had stayed away for so long.”

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Finding Her Sound

Stefanie describes her music as pop-R&B with a soulful, emotional edge.

“I want people to feel the truth in my voice. My tone, my emotion—that’s what makes me, me.”

Her inspirations reach back to the golden age of R&B: Boyz II Men, Toni Braxton, Babyface, and the smooth 90s sound that shaped a generation.

“I’m trying to bring some of that back. It never gets old.”

“Anything Is Possible” – The Comeback Anthem

Her latest single, “Anything Is Possible”, released on the 21st, is exactly what the title suggests: a declaration that it’s never too late, and no dream is too far gone.

“It’s literally the story of my comeback,” she says. “I thought I had lost music forever. Now, seeing how far I’ve come—especially at this stage of my life—it feels like everything is aligning.”

The song was created with heavy hitters including Steve Dorff, Michael Jay, and Keith Thomas—a surreal experience she still can’t quite believe.

The accompanying video is, in Stefanie’s words, “magical.”

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Live Shows, Motherhood, and the Chaos of 5 Dogs

Stefanie has been performing around LA, including multiple shows at The Mint, and continues balancing her music career with her very full home life.

“What’s different now about performing? Everything. My kids come to my shows. They know all the lyrics. Seeing their eyes light up… it’s the best feeling.”

Her household is its own sitcom: five kids, five dogs (including a 140-pound Golden Doodle who thinks the pool is his personal bedroom), and even a new foster pup she hopes to keep.

“I guess the craziest thing about me is that I keep adding animals,” she laughs. “I just like to give love.”

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What Comes Next?

A full EP is planned for early 2026 (February/March), and Stefanie wants to dig even deeper into her story.

“I want to talk about things no one would expect I’ve been through. I want to relate to people on a raw level.”

Touring would be a dream—but logistically?

“With five kids? I’d probably just take them with me. Why not? Let them experience it.”

And honestly… that could be the magic.

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Quick Fire with Stefanie Michaela

Craziest thing she’s done? “Probably fostering yet another dog… I can’t help myself!”

What she can talk about for hours? “People. Their personalities, why they do what they do.”

Best thing about herself? “My sense of humor. You need one with five kids!”

Favourite movie? Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (the original).

Favourite food? Barbecue chicken salad.

Favourite artists? Babyface, Lionel Richie, Tori Kelly.

Favourite place? Maui.

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Final Thoughts

Stefanie Michaela is a reminder that life doesn’t need to be linear, perfect, or predictable. Sometimes the pauses—the detours—the years spent raising children, moving houses, rescuing dogs, or rediscovering yourself—are what make the comeback more powerful.

Her story isn’t just motivational. It’s proof that authentic artistry doesn’t expire.

Because truly… Anything Is Possible.

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AMNPLIFY – DB