Veronica Fusaro Talks New Album, Single And More

Oct 12, 2025 | Interviews

Words by Glenn Sargeant

Feature Image Photo Credit: Nils Sandmeier

Swiss-Italian singer-songwriter Veronica Fusaro is set to album, ‘Looking For Connection’, scheduled for release on Friday 24th October 2025. We chatted to her about the album, latest single and more:

What is your earliest musical memory?

My earliest musical memory is probably me sitting in the backseat, driving to my grandparent’s place with my family. We’d always listen to Vasco Rossi on those trips, his music became the soundtrack of my childhood.

When did you begin songwriting?

Something around the fifth grade. I first started writing in German, cause I didn’t study English in school yet.

You have your new album ‘Looking For Connection’ released on 24th October 2025. How did you want to approach the making of the album?

When I started writing Looking for Connection, it was the first time I had a completely blank canvas in front of me. That was both exciting and terrifying because I could literally do whatever I wanted. But that’s also the beauty of it: total freedom.

At first, I struggled to figure out what I wanted to say. The world felt like (and still does) it was falling apart, and I kept asking myself what could possibly be important enough to write songs about right now. So I started journaling every day about life, thoughts, and whatever caught my attention. That process helped me find clarity.

Musically, I went back to what originally made me love music. I re-listened to Vasco Rossi’s early records, and something about that raw, unfiltered energy re-ignited my creativity. That’s when the writing started to flow, and the album began to take shape.

Where did you record the album and who produced it?

The album came to life between Bern and Berlin. I wrote most of the songs in my apartment in Bern and recorded many of the final vocals in my little studio there. Both producers on the record are based in Berlin, so I spent quite a bit of time up there while we were producing the songs.

Charlie McClean produced and co-wrote two tracks, Alice and Tomorrow’s Coming. The other eight songs were produced by Kim Wennerström, who really helped shape the overall sound of the album. It was a beautiful mix of home-recording intimacy and Berlin’s creative energy.

Do you have any interesting, funny or memorable stories from the recording sessions?

What I remember most from the recording sessions is how inspiring it was to work with two incredible musicians like Kim Wennerström and Charlie McClean. We spent so much time talking about music, life, and the stories behind the songs that the studio often felt more like a creative lab than a workplace.

I felt completely in the right place, surrounded by people who truly love the craft of music. I learned so much from both of them and I’m really grateful for that time.

Which of your new album tracks hear you at your a) happiest, b) angriest and c) most reflective?

Uhh, so

a) Happiest: No Rain No Tears — It reminds me of the courage it takes to love. It’s about getting to be myself. Getting to love who you love. Every time I sing it, I feel that sense of joy and connection.

b) Angriest: Slot Machine — I absolutely love performing this one live, it’s pure energy. The song itself isn’t angry in a loud way, but there’s a deep frustration behind it — that feeling of “why do I feel so down?” in a world that keeps pushing constant stimulation and comparison.

c) Most reflective: Tomorrow’s Coming — that’s the introspective moment of the album. It’s the most vulnerable song I’ve written, born out of a search for meaning.

Does the album’s title have a specific meaning/significance?

Yes, the title Looking for Connection captures what the whole album is about. While writing it, I kept thinking about how we live in a time of constant digital connection, yet many of us feel more isolated than ever. The songs explore that tension between screens and real life, loneliness and love, noise and stillness.

For me, the title also became personal. I realized that through writing these songs, I wasn’t just looking to connect with others, but also with myself. It’s about searching for something real, honest, and human in a world that often feels superficial.

Was it a difficult album to write?

Initially, yes. Like, a big yes. I felt stuck and doubted myself a lot. There were moments of “what am I even doing, am I still capable of writing a decent song?” But once I wrote Slot Machine, everything started to shift. That song unlocked something in me, and from there the process became much more enjoyable.

Of course, I went through every emotion while writing this record, but that’s part of it. When a song finally clicks and you feel that spark, it makes all the frustration worth it. It’s the best reminder of why I make music in the first place.

Who designed the album artwork?

The album artwork was a collaboration between photographer Nils Sandmeier, Wildside Factory, and my management. Nils shot the photo, Wildside Factory handled the design, and the overall artistic direction was developed together between all of us. It was a very collaborative process where everyone brought their own creative perspective to make the visual world of Looking for Connection come alive.

Where is your hometown and could you please describe it in five words?

My hometown is Thun, in Switzerland. If I had to describe it in five words: picturesque, peaceful, small, beautiful nature. It’s one of those places that always feels grounding to come back to.

How do you look after your voice?

Drink loads of water. Do the right warm ups. And just listen to my body overall.

Do you have any live dates planned in the UK/Europe in 2025/2026?

Yes! Here are my upcoming tour dates:

14.11. Utrecht (NL), TivoliVredenburg Club 9

28.11. London (UK), The Bulls Head

29.11. Isle of Bute (UK), The Craigmore

13.12. Solothurn (CH), Kulturfabrik Kofmehl

15.12. Berlin (DE), Prachtwerk

16.12. Hamburg (DE), Hebebühne

17.12. Frankfurt (DE), Ponyhof Club

18.12. Köln (DE), Tsunami Club

19.12. Aarau (CH), KIFF

01.01.26 London (UK), London New Year’s Day Parade

What two things do you hope to have achieved once you have left the stage?

First, I hope people leave feeling something. That the music connected with them in a real way. And second, I hope I’ve given everything I could in that moment. If I walk off stage knowing I was fully present and honest, that’s success to me.

Do you have any favoured stage instruments, effects, pedals, microphones etc?

I really love a great guitar tone. My guitarist is a master at shaping sounds, and I’m always amazed by the warmth and depth he gets out of his setup. I’m not too specific about the technical side of how it’s achieved. I just care about how it feels. When the instruments sound warm and alive, that’s what draws me in.

You are given the opportunity to write the score for a film adaptation of a novel that you enjoy. Which novel is it and why?

I recently read Über Menschen by German author Juli Zeh, and I’d love to write the score for a film adaptation of it. The story captures so many shades of human emotion, isolation, confrontation, connection, all set against this quiet, rural backdrop that feels both peaceful and uneasy. It’s a very honest look at people trying to figure out who they are in a divided world.

One of the tracks is the single ‘Gold Rush’ which is out now. What was the story/inspiration behind the song?

Gold Rush is about that constant chase for more. More success, more recognition, more money, more of everything. It’s inspired by the rush we get from chasing these things, and the exhaustion that follows when it never really feels like enough.

I wrote it as a reflection on ambition and the pressure to keep up, especially in a world where everything moves fast and everyone’s achievements are on display.

Who are some of your musical influences? Do you have any recommendations?

I draw inspiration from a wide range of artists such as Amy Winehouse, Frank Ocean, Dominic Fike, Miley Cyrus, Alabama Shakes, Beth Hart, Black Pumas… just the first couple of ones that came up at the top of my head. Lately I have been listening a lot to Chappell Roan and Mk.Gee. Love love love their songwriting and melodies and sonic worlds.

What makes Veronica Fusaro happy and what makes you unhappy?

Great food makes me very happy and unkind people very unhappy.