Brandi Carlile On Creativity, Collaboration And The Magic Of Life After 40

Brandi Carlile photographed by Collier Schorr

When it comes to most things in life, Brandi Carlile does not mess about.

She is steadfast, dedicated and true. And when it comes to Christmas, Brandi does not fuck around.

“Oh my god, Cate, my Christmas fixation is another level. Like, I probably need help for it.”

Our Zoom call starts only an hour after my own Christmas tree – roughly 3.5 feet tall – is delivered to my flat. With zero lights and zero decorations, it’s giving......