"When I know it's time to evolve and change something, that's because I need a challenge" Orville Peck has opened up about the change in his signature face mask, sharing that he felt naked following the removal of the mask’s iconic fringe. The country crooner is known for sporting a cowboy hat and a fringed face mask as a way to conceal his identity. Recently, however, the ‘Dead Of Night’ singer has made a massive change to his signature look by kicking the long face-covering tassels for a mask that is a bit more revealing.
Now, with the use of the new mask, fans are able to see the lower half of the musician’s face. Speaking to Grammy.com , the singer discussed his reasoning for making the big change.
“The fringe was sort of a pain in the ass for a lot of things, like going to dinners and things like that. So now that’s a lot easier. When I first started doing shows with my new mask, it was a little nerve-wracking to go out and feel like I was sort of a little naked, but I’ve gotten over that now.
” Orville Peck performs during the 2021 Governors Ball Music Festival at Citi Field on September 24, 2021 in New York City. (Photo by Taylor Hill/Getty Images for Governors Ball) He continued: “I know people feel very connected to the mask and very protective over it, but I make art for myself. So when I know it’s time to evolve and change something, that’s because I need a challenge.
” Peck went on to say that the change gives him something to “keep me insp.