From church performances in the Philippines to headlining in New York City, Hillari Alison is living proof that faith, family, and fearless creativity can take you anywhere.

In this Future Ancestors Podcast episode, hosts Jason "Encite" and Kat Serrano sit down with the 20-year-old Filipino-Norwegian singer-songwriter who's redefining R&B and soul for a new generation. Hillari shares her inspiring journey from Negros Occidental to Oslo, her viral breakout with "Desperate Soul," and her award-winning rise, earning two Norwegian Grammys and international recognition from Billboard and Complex.

In this episode:

• Hillari on growing up Filipino-Norwegian and finding her sound between cultures

• How "Desperate Soul" changed everything at just 17

• Her journaling-to-songwriting process and the power of reflection

• The story behind her sophomore EP, New Beginnings, and the mantra "I'll bloom wherever I'm planted"

• Staying grounded through family, faith, and gratitude

• Her dream of becoming a household name was built on authenticity and soul

Hillari's message is simple: music for the soul. Her voice, wisdom, and vulnerability remind us that every chapter, no matter how uncertain, is a new beginning.

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Follow Hillari Alison's journey on Instagram @hillarialison