11 Questions with Mikala Reneé: On Sonic Texture, Guitar, and Daydreams

Welcome to The Creative Wayfinder’s Compass, a publication where artists of all kinds are interviewed with the same 11 questions. This month’s interview is with Mikala Reneé, a Nashville-based guitarist who’s been performing live shows in Nashville for more than a decade with bands like My So-Called Band and ERA. Reneé shares how dreamy textures, emotional honesty, and deep listening shape her creative process. She also talks about why honoring your inner pace matters more than chasing perfection. Let’s get right into it.