We go the mall together, have birthday parties together. Because our families live so far away, we have an extended family within the group on and off the stage.

The whole process was extremely challenging part-wise, almost like cramming for your voice juries. To hear their songs in all their largeness, hearing how all the eclectic styles work together, it reminded me of why I love this music and this season so much.

We have a passion for teen girls. These are heart-threatening times for our youth. We're in a battle.