Mifarma, the musical alter ego of Danielle Alma Ravitzki, is poised to make waves in the global music scene with the release of her highly anticipated debut album, Mifarma. After garnering acclaim in the Hebrew music world with her earlier works, Mifarma is now ready to introduce her most personal and emotionally raw project to date. The album offers a profound exploration of identity, vulnerability, and the journey of self-discovery, with her first single, “I Left the Room Without My Hair,” serving as a powerful introduction to what’s to come.
Raised on music, Mifarma’s journey began at a young age, with early recordings capturing her connection to the art form. By 14, she was already stepping into the professional music world, collaborating with Israeli artists to produce her first album. As her career evolved, Mifarma transitioned into writing her own lyrics, using music as a tool for introspection and emotional expression.
Her debut album in English, Mifarma, dives deep into themes of trauma, healing, and emotional resilience, blending elements of alternative, electronic, and classical sounds. Collaborating with Grammy-nominated producer Carmen Rizzo and a talented group of artists, Mifarma’s sound is as eclectic as her journey, creating an album that speaks to the universal human experience.
With her upcoming release, Mifarma invites listeners into her world of personal transformation, offering a soundtrack for those who embrace vulnerability, growth, and the power of music to heal.
Your new single “I Left the Room Without My Hair,” just dropped—what’s the story behind it, and what inspired you to create it?
After my own personal experience of trauma, I felt compelled to write a song that would serve as an anthem for assault survivors. For me, my red hair is deeply personal; it’s my most distinctive feature, my identifier, my essence. Sometimes, I wonder if some people would even recognize me if I had a different hair color. This song explores the metaphor of leaving our room without this essence, this protective shield, and how certain traumatic experiences can strip us of that defining trait, leaving us vulnerable and exposed—bald, in a way. But it’s also about the hope of regrowth, of reclaiming what was lost and metaphorically growing our hair back again.
How does “I Left the Room Without My Hair,” compare to your previous work? Were you exploring new sounds or themes?
I think this song explores darker themes compared to what I used to write about a few years ago. Certain events in my life pushed me in a much darker direction, both in terms of content and sound.What was the creative process like for “I Left the Room Without My Hair,”? Did anything unexpected happen during recording?
I sent the lyrics to Shara Nova, and she composed them so beautifully. Nothing unexpected happened, but it was incredible to have such an exposed and vulnerable song brought to life by my mentor, Shara, who knows me so well. She’s the perfect fit for composing these lyrics, and working with her was an amazing experience. Both personally and professionally, she’s truly a luminous ray of light.
As an indie artist, how do you approach releasing new music and keeping your audience engaged?
I’m involved in many things—I’m also an academic and very vocal politically. My audience follows me in all my endeavors. It was important to me to have a publicist to ensure my project gets as much exposure as possible—like here, for example!
The name Mifarma is intriguing—what’s the meaning behind it, and how does it connect to your artistic identity?
Mifarma is a play on the Hebrew word ‘Mifletzet,’ which means ‘monster.’ I realized that the entity that writes from within me can be both a monster and something deeply hurt and insane. She’s not exactly who I am in real life, but rather a hyper-real version of my being. I’m taking everything I don’t show in everyday life and channeling it into her. She’s everything I’m not.
Who or what influences your music the most, and how do those influences shape your sound?
I have a very eclectic taste. If you listen to my playlist, you’ll find classical music, alternative, rap, and dance, one after another. I think this shapes my sound by giving me the freedom to explore different musical avenues and be innovative. Since I don’t compose my songs myself, I have even more space to express myself as an eclectic artist.
If you could collaborate with any artist on a remix of “I Left the Room Without My Hair,”, who would it be and why?
Wow, what a great question! I would definitely love for Shara to remix it—I think it would give it this quirky, heterogeneous dimension. That’s a wonderful idea, and I’m going to talk to her about it!
How do you see your music evolving in the next year? Are there any upcoming projects fans should be excited about?
I’m currently collecting more songs for my next album, which I can’t fully discuss yet, but I can say it’s going to be amazing. I’m also working on performing in NYC. Be sure to check out my social media for updates!
What has been the most rewarding moment of your music career so far?
I think the most rewarding moment of my music career so far was finally speaking on the phone with Earl Harvin. I had worked with a producer in Berlin who brought him to a recording session but refused to connect us, even telling me that Earl didn’t want to work with me. After the phone call, I realized that was patently false. Earl not only wanted to work with me, but he also connected me with Carmen Rizzo, after I had struggled for years to find a producer and almost gave up on music. He made all of this happen. He’s one of the most amazing people I know, and I am forever grateful and indebted to him.
What’s one thing you want people to feel when they listen to “I Left the Room Without My Hair,”?
I want people to feel, on one hand, that their pain is valid, and if they’ve ever felt like they left the room without their hair, they’re not alone. I want them to know it’s okay to be vulnerable and exposed. At the same time, I want them to feel empowered and heard. I hope the lyrics I wrote convey that.
