On June 26, 2026– Nashville based indie-rock artist, Abby Nissenbaum will be releasing her EP Want to Be Wrong that encapsulates the themes of isolation, depression, and heartbreak, but the EP captures the essence of hope, self-worth, and empowerment that will allow fans to understand the artist more in a deeper way. Abby Nissenbaum is a LGTBQ+ individual and an advocate for the community, so this EP is perfect for Pride month

“Why Does No One Want Me” opens the EP with vulnerability which is the main focus with this track. Nissenbaum’s vocals mirror the push and pull of wanting to be loved, but at the same time realizing their self-worth as the track progresses. The soft verses that leads into the more cathartic chorus showcases the emotional turmoil of heartbreak and the emotional honesty that comes with it.

“Naomi” is the next single that captures tension and desire that explores the theme of wanting someone that is not reachable. Unspoken feelings that dwell deep within your heart is what “Naomi” is expressing and sometimes the hardest relationships are the ones that don’t even become one.

“Growth Story” is a little more softer and refreshing that’s vibrant which lingers long after the first listen. The authencity between the intimate vocals and instrumentation creates a story of exhaustion of wanting something to work out, but in reality, the situation is only a learning experience. Each lyric unfolds the core meaning the narrator is expressing that allows the single to flourish from start to finish.

““Want To Be Wrong is an EP about self-fulfilling prophecies and an intentionally overdramatic sense of romantic fatalism. Throughout the album, there are moments of genuine fear, loneliness, exhaustion, and resignation, but they’re balanced with a theatrical yearning that occasionally borders on the farcical. I ultimately wanted to write songs that captured the feeling of searching for intimacy in an increasingly fissured and isolated world, where people are more connected than ever and yet often seem incapable of truly reaching one another.“ – Nissenbaum

Interviewer: You’ve built a reputation for being both an artist and an advocate. How do those two roles inform and strengthen one another?

Abby Nissenbaum: “I have a background in gender-based violence prevention research, so I think I’m uniquely qualified to share informed perspectives. As an artist, I always want to ensure I’m amplifying actual research or corroborated perspectives, not just doing throwaway or clickbait-y advocacy. I’ve already partnered with some statewide sexual and domestic violence aid orgs and am hopeful to continue raising money and sharing research and resources as I move along in my career.“

Interviewer: As an LGBTQ+ artist and advocate, how does your identity shape the stories you choose to tell through your music?

Abby Nissenbaum: “I try to be the type of artist I would’ve wanted to look up to as a kid. So I try to just tell my stories authentically and not shy away from things like using female pronouns or names in my songs. I also have a song specifically about homophobic online harassment (the eponymous song from my last EP, “Don’t Want To Cry”), and I think it’s important to explicitly talk about those issues in my music!“

Interviewer: The title itself is intriguing. What does “Want to Be Wrong” represent, and how does it encapsulate the emotional journey of the EP?

Abby Nissenbaum: “I think a lot of women, especially those in the lesbian community, grow up with external hatred or negativity that surreptiously found its way into our internal narratives. I often catch myself thinking that the worst outcome is inevitable for me, which then creates a self-fulfilling prophecy. I’ve been actively trying to break that loop and think more positively, almost proving myself wrong when I catch myself in a negativity spiral. And it’s funny because I’m also one of those people who needs to be right at any cost. So the title “Want To Be Wrong” comes from that perpetual internal battle.“

Interviewer: Want to Be Wrong arrives during PRIDE Month. What does releasing this EP at this particular moment mean to you personally and artistically?

Abby Nissenbaum: “It’s about celebrating queerness and the emotional landscape around it. Sometimes being LGBTQ+ is fun and celebratory, and sometimes it can be lonely and isolating. I think this EP touches on many facets of the human experience and is widely relatable.“

Interviewer: Throughout the EP, fear, loneliness, exhaustion, and resignation coexist with hope and yearning. How did you balance those seemingly contradictory emotions while writing?

Abby Nissenbaum: “Emotions are far from static, and I also wrote this EP over the course of 5-6 months. As such, it was easy to capture multiple emotions because it was a longitudinal writing project. And, like many of my albums, I try to mix light and dark themes. Some songs or lines are more playful while others are a bit moodier. I think there’s something for everyone.“

Interviewer: You describe the record as capturing the search for intimacy in an increasingly isolated world. What experiences or observations first inspired that central idea?

Abby Nissenbaum: “Just the lesbian dating scene in 2026 in general, to be honest. It feels like more and more people are hyper-focused on perceived popularity or clout. I’ve literally had someone turn me down romantically this year because she said I couldn’t help her career enough! While that’s obviously an extreme example, I think we live in a very social media driven world where interest in others is heavily manufactured and manipulated. I’m personally trying to get back into real-life connections with others, which is where actual love and respect can blossom.”

Interviewer: The phrase “people are more connected than ever and yet often seem incapable of truly reaching one another” feels especially relevant today. What does genuine connection mean to you now?

Abby Nissenbaum: “It means accepting imperfection and standing by someone through real and raw moments, not just the highlight reels.”

Interviewer: Were there specific moments in your life that informed the album’s portrayal of emotional distance and the desire to be understood?

Abby Nissenbaum: “I think we all experience times when a broken heart hardens us and isolates us from the world. It’s hard to open yourself back up and expose yourself to being hurt again, and I personally find myself leaning into emotional distance or avoidance at times. But I’m trying to fully exist in my healing era and maintain some semblance of emotional balance.“

Interviewer: In a world that often rewards curated versions of ourselves, how do you preserve authenticity in both your music and personal relationships?

Abby Nissenbaum: “I have a very thin filter. Many people have told me I’m a “straight shooter,” which I guess can either be a good or bad thing, depending on how you look at it! My lack of filter really shows through my advocacy; I’m not afraid to punch back at homophobes, misogynists, racists, or other bullies. (Although my publicist probably wishes I would have more restraint! Haha) I just try to be genuine and honest online and in my music, and I don’t always feel the need to present my most polished self. “

Interviewer: If listeners could walk away understanding one truth about human connection from this release, what would you want it to be?

Abby Nissenbaum: “That perhaps “missed” or ruptured connections are leading you exactly where you need to go.”

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