Mister Co are a Melbourne based duo consisting of husbands Connor and Oscar Absolum. In this episode we discuss the release of their debut album called “On This Journey”, as well as the tour that followed. We also talk about their upcoming EP as well as their upcoming festival. This interview was recorded on June 3rd, 2025 at Studio C, Box Hill Institute. I hope you enjoy my podcast with Mister Co. Background art by Anni Roenkae https://www.pexels.com/@anniroenkae/ Links: https://linktr.ee/miste...
Jun 23, 2025•48 min•Season 4Ep. 1
Anth Agostino is a co-founder of Cartel Australia, a leading provider of artist and label services in Melbourne. In this episode we discuss how to bridge hobby and career as a musician. We also talk about the pros and cons of touring, developing repeat listenership as well as balancing creative and communication skills. This interview was recorded on July 13th, 2024 at Studio C, Box Hill Institute. I hope you enjoy my interview with Anth Agostino. Background art by Edward Jenner https://www.pexe...
Oct 29, 2024•34 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Marc Eiden aka The Artificial Limb is an electronic music producer and film maker from Melbourne, Australia. https://www.theartificiallimb.com/ In this episode we discuss Marc’s latest album “Run God Run”, his musical influences, and his use of hardware synthesisers. We also discuss the parallels between making music and making films, as well upcoming gigs. This interview was recorded on July 13th, 2024 at Studio C, Box Hill Institute. Background art by Dom J - https://www.instagram.com/domas_li...
Jul 31, 2024•34 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Wykd Folk are a four piece band based in Naarm/Melbourne. As the name suggests, they write folk and rock songs. I was joined by songwriter Brian Morley as well as bassist Alex Stojilovic and drummer Even Friedin. We discuss their musical influences and the gigs they have played around Melbourne. We also talk about Brian’s experiences as a member of the Stolen Generation and the musical mentors that have helped his career. This interview was recorded on January 18th, 2024 at Studio C, Box Hill In...
Jun 25, 2024•39 min•Season 3Ep. 3
Pop singer/songwriter Eamonn Conor shares with me his experiences in writing and performing his music around Melbourne. We discuss his deep love of RNB and soul from 70’s and 80’s, as well as Michael Jackson. We also share our experiences dealing with difficult or even absent audiences, and how to get into the right mindset for a performance. https://www.eamonnconor.com/ Recorded January 16th, 2024 at Studio C, Box Hill Institute (Nelson Campus), Wurundjeri Country / Melbourne Victoria. Backgrou...
Apr 09, 2024•38 min•Season 3Ep. 2
As the driving force behind The Real Songwriters of Melbourne and The Release Academy, Jena Marino is a treasured member of the Melbourne music community. We talk about the importance of working with like-minded artists, the jump from employee to self-employed as well as techniques to reach an audience. https://rsom.au/ Recorded December 18th, 2023 at Studio C, Box Hill Institute (Nelson Campus), Wurundjeri Country / Melbourne Victoria. Background art by Anni Roenkae: https://www.pexels.com/phot...
Jan 16, 2024•41 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Germán Brito is the lead singer of alt-rock band @firerootsmusic He talks about the emotional themes of his latest release "Leave You Behind", the creative process of lyric writing as well as his experiences in the Melbourne music scene. https://linktr.ee/fireroots Recorded December 12th, 2023 at Studio C, Box Hill Institute (Nelson Campus), Wurundjeri Country / Melbourne Victoria. Background art by moein moradi https://www.pexels.com/@moein-moradi-209759/ 00:00 Intro 00:43 “Leave you Behind” 01...
Dec 29, 2023•42 min•Season 2Ep. 9
International pop sensation Alex Sandra comes into the studio to talk about life as a singer in California, the importance of building a team as an independent artist as well as her love of 2000’s alternative rock. https://www.instagram.com/alexsandra_music/ Recorded June 24th, 2023 at Studio C, Box Hill Institute (Nelson Campus), Wurundjeri Country / Melbourne Victoria. Background art by Anni Roenkae https://www.anniroenkae.com/...
Aug 22, 2023•41 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Caleb Sankey - Babble With Ben #0033 Drummer and educator Caleb Sankey gives an update on his band Golden Estates, shares his experiences on teaching during COVID lockdowns as well as studying for his Master’s degree. www.instagram.com/calebgcsankey https://www.instagram.com/goldenestatesbandofficial/ Recorded June 24th, 2023 at Studio C, Box Hill Institute (Nelson Campus), Wurundjeri Country / Melbourne Victoria. Cover photo by Ben Charlie Brown https://www.instagram.com/ben.charlie.brown/...
Aug 01, 2023•36 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Guitarist and composer Adam Steinberg returns to talk about his new trio, his love of The Red Hot Chili Peppers, as well as an update on Slurm. https://www.instagram.com/ak.steinberg/ https://linkpop.com/adamsteinbergmusic Recorded June 24th, 2023 at Studio C, Box Hill Institute (Nelson Campus), Wurundjeri Country / Melbourne Victoria. Background image by Stacey Koenitz: https://www.instagram.com/Goldcircuits/
Jul 04, 2023•33 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Mason Moon, Melbourne’s Grand Prince of rap, comes on the show to talk about his two new videos, the construction of his new studio and how he keeps his style fresh. https://www.instagram.com/themasonmoon/ https://withkoji.com/@themasonmoon Recorded May 6th, 2023 at Studio C, Box Hill Institute (Nelson Campus), Wurundjeri Country / Melbourne Victoria. Background image by Mo Eid: https://www.instagram.com/mo.design.ig/...
Jun 05, 2023•33 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Kaiyah Mercedes is an up-and-coming LGBTIQ+ singer/songwriter from Melbourne / Naarm. She has already gained recognition for her honest and introspective music at a young age. We discuss her influences, her latest single, her experiences discovering her sexuality as well as dealing with burnout. https://www.instagram.com/kaiyahmercedes/ https://linktr.ee/kaiyahmercedes Recorded May 6th, 2023 at Studio C, Box Hill Institute (Nelson Campus), Wurundjeri Country / Melbourne Victoria. Background imag...
May 22, 2023•33 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Rental Snake from Canberra/Ngunnawal/Ngambri are Australia’s premiere Surf Grunge Band. Jack, Sam and Ross drop in to talk about interstate touring, their influences and the vibrant state of Australia’s indie and punk scenes. https://www.instagram.com/r entalsnakeband https://linktr.ee/RentalSnake Recorded April 1st, 2023 at Studio C, Box Hill Institute (Nelson Campus), Wurundjeri Country / Melbourne Victoria. Background image by ShonEjai: https://www.pexels.com/@shonejai-445753/...
May 02, 2023•33 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Photographer/filmmaker Chrissie Hall talks about her art, animal activism and experiences as a mother. https://www.instagram.com/chrissiehall/ https://www.chrissiehall.com/ Recorded March 31st, 2023 at Studio C, Box Hill Institute (Nelson Campus), Wurundjeri Country / Melbourne Victoria. Background image - “Alpha A Foam Lolly Pops” by Chrissie Hall My Life as a Rolling Stone - https://www.mgmplus.com/series/my-life-as-a-rolling-stone Rat Ribbons - https://youtu.be/J6kSDrIL4go...
Apr 18, 2023•35 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Ben Charlie Brown swaps roles for an interview with long-time friend and collaborator, David P of Studio Brushpen. They talk about musical tastes, the journey to studying music and how the Babble with Ben podcast started. https://www.instagram.com/ben.charlie.brown/ https://www.instagram.com/studiobrushpen/ Recorded February 25th 2023 at Studio C, Box Hill Institute (Nelson Campus), Wurundjeri Country / Melbourne Victoria. Background image by Anni Roenkae https://www.pexels.com/photo/photo-of-mu...
Mar 06, 2023•48 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Digital nomads Zak & Bree share their experiences surfing, off-roading and star gazing while they travel clockwise around Australia. https://www.instagram.com/the.salty.way/ https://www.youtube.com/@thesaltyway Recorded January 28th 2023 at Admella Reserve, Boandik Country / Carpenter Rocks, South Australia.
Jan 30, 2023•37 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Multi-instrumentalist Simon Gemmill talks about the latest release for his solo project Kamikaze Roadrunners, the ins and outs of running the Melbourne Musicians Facebook group, as well as his love of the subtle pun. Kamikaze Roadrunners: https://www.instagram.com/kamikazeroadrunners/?hl=en Melbourne Musicians Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/461576667189714 Melbourne/Naarm Musicians Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4SCXnNhv54tsmzBIgFkfAn Recorded November 26th ...
Dec 26, 2022•40 min•Season 1Ep. 25
https://instagram.com/ethan_ng_music / Guitarist Ethan Ng talks about his current projects, his guitar collection and influences. Recorded October 29th 2022 at Studio C, Box Hill Institute (Nelson Campus), Wurundjeri Country / Melbourne Victoria. Background image by Laker https://www.pexels.com/@laker/
Dec 05, 2022•35 min•Season 1Ep. 24
https://soundcloud.com/golden-estates Guitarist and audio engineer Taylor Macleod talks about the debut show of his band Golden Estates, his feelings on parking inspectors, his love of Metallica and thoughts on the Woodstock ’99 documentary. Recorded October 15th 2022 at Studio C, Box Hill Institute (Nelson Campus), Wurundjeri Country / Melbourne Victoria. Background image by Mihețiu Raluca https://www.instagram.com/raliuk00/...
Nov 15, 2022•43 min•Season 1Ep. 23
https://viewsfromhere.org/ Singer, songwriter and educator Luke Edwards talks about finding the right band members, his songwriting influences and balancing music with other responsibilities. Recorded August 26th 2022 at Studio C, Box Hill Institute (Nelson Campus), Wurundjeri Country / Melbourne Victoria. Background image by Nick Collins https://www.instagram.com/webdesignnewcastle/
Nov 03, 2022•35 min•Season 1Ep. 22
https://linktr.ee/isa_wackk Rapper and producer Isa ac talks about his upcoming releases, dealing with mental health, chasing success and knowing when your music is good. Recorded August 20th 2022 at Studio C, Box Hill Institute (Nelson Campus), Wurundjeri Country / Melbourne Victoria. Background image by Riccardo Bertolo https://www.instagram.com/ rik_berto
Oct 10, 2022•36 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Author Alix Bradfield talks about her new book ‘Energy For Life’, the importance of authenticity as well as her positive experiences with a plant-based diet. https://www.instagram.com/alix.bradfield/ Recorded August 9th 2022 at Studio C, Box Hill Institute (Nelson Campus), Wurundjeri Country / Melbourne Victoria. Background image by Sebastian Voortman https://www.instagram.com/SebastianVoortman/
Sep 27, 2022•35 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Zac Braun and Eli Swart from Interstellar Gator beam in to talk about their self-titled debut album, love of British indie music, Splendour In The Grass and hot tips for fashion and hair care. https://interstellargatormusic.com/ Recorded August 6th 2022 at Studio C, Box Hill Institute (Nelson Campus), Wurundjeri Country / Melbourne Victoria. Background image by Philippe Donn https://www.instagram.com/philippedonnphotography/
Sep 13, 2022•35 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Multi-instrumentalist Luke Holland talks about his new musical project “Easy Canape”, his involvement with the Croyden Wind Symphony, as well as the importance of supporting your fellow musicians. Recorded July 18th 2022 at Studio C, Box Hill Institute (Nelson Campus), Wurundjeri Country / Melbourne Victoria. Background image by Karolina Grabowska https://www.instagram.com/kaboompics/
Aug 29, 2022•34 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Karina Penna and Adam Steinberg from Slurm talk about their eclectic inspirations, their love of Monster Energy drinks as well as upcoming performances and music releases. Recorded July 18th 2022 at Studio C, Box Hill Institute (Nelson Campus), Wurundjeri Country / Melbourne Victoria. Background image by Sharon McCutcheon https://www.instagram.com/mccutcheonphoto/
Aug 16, 2022•33 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Singer Emma Louise Williams talks about her new project Sheburbia, turning 40, being a mature age student and the joy of making music. Recorded July 5th 2022 at Studio C, Box Hill Institute (Nelson Campus), Wurundjeri Country / Melbourne Victoria. Background image by Fiona Art https://www.instagram.com/fionaacrylic/
Aug 03, 2022•32 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Producer and singer Kevin Silvester talks about his upcoming releases “Cry Wolf” and “Be The One”, his favourite synthesizers, building a production team and getting back on the dancefloor. Recorded July 14th 2022 at Studio C, Box Hill Institute (Nelson Campus), Wurundjeri Country / Melbourne Victoria. Background artwork by @tomas_malco_malik https://www.instagram.com/tomas_malco_malik/
Jul 19, 2022•31 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Producer and guitarist SEETALI talks about her upcoming release “Walked Away”, collaborations, her journey through musical education as well as Kevin’s kick drums. Recorded June 27th 2022 at Studio C, Box Hill Institute (Nelson Campus), Wurundjeri Country / Melbourne Victoria. Background artwork by @didssph http://www.instagram.com/didssph
Jul 05, 2022•40 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Drummer and producer Parkar talks about his latest single “Drum Or Die”, his influences and motivations, as well as why he keeps the meaning of his music mysterious. Filmed June 16th 2022 at Studio C, Box Hill Institute (Nelson Campus), Wurundjeri Country / Melbourne Victoria. Background image by Anni Roenkae - www.anniroenkae.com
Jun 20, 2022•34 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Rapper and producer Wynton James talks about his latest release, music that inspires him and how he deals with emotional trauma. Filmed May 27th 2022 at Studio C, Box Hill Institute (Nelson Campus), Wurundjeri Country / Melbourne Victoria.
Jun 14, 2022•36 min•Season 1Ep. 12
