We've got Mr Jukes & Barney Artist on the podcast! Mr Jukes (Jack Steadman from Bombay Bicycle Club) and Barney Artist (your new favourite UK rapper) have joined forces for the collaborative record The Locket, which showcases their love of early hip-hop, soul and jazz. In today's episode, we're speaking with both Jack and Barney about the new record, how they first got together in the studio, their songwriting process, and their shared love of Hot Sauce and Youtube series Hot Ones. You can l...
Aug 12, 2021•26 min•Season 1Ep. 72
Alice Skye joins us on the podcast for Episode 71! The Wergaia and Wemba Wemba musician, who is based in Victoria, recently released her gorgeous second record I Feel Better But I Don't Feel Good . In todays episode, we're talking with Alice about her songwriting process, working with Jen Cloher, expanding her sound for this record and her connection to Phoebe Bridgers. You can find Alice's playlist here . You can listen to Alice Skye here . You can buy tickets to see Alice on tour with Elizabet...
Aug 10, 2021•32 min•Season 1Ep. 71
We just came here to the party for....UPSAHL! The LA based pop singer-songwriter is our guest for Episode 70. She's recently released incredible singles Melatonin and Time of my Life, and has also worked alongside Mike Shinoda and Big Boi. In today's episode, we're chatting with UPSAHL about her songwriting process, her original punk background, how the pandemic has changed opportunities within the music industry and her brilliant contribution to Dua Lipa's Future Nostalgia record. You can liste...
Aug 06, 2021•29 min•Season 1Ep. 70
In words that I can't believe I'm writing, Jack Antonoff from Bleachers is on the pod today! The New Jersey musician and super-producer, well known for working with Taylor Swift and Lorde, has just released his third studio record as Bleachers entitled Take The Sadness Out Of Saturday Night. In today's episode, we're talking with Jack about how the pandemic shaped the record, collaborating with Bruce Springsteen, his creative process and working with Clairo & Lana Del Rey. You can listen to ...
Aug 05, 2021•27 min•Season 1Ep. 69
We've got Jess & Matt on the podcast today! The Sydney folk pop duo recently released their gorgeous third studio record Wildflowers. After being introduced to Australia through the X Factor in 2015, this record sees the duo releasing their own original music for the first time. In today's episode, we're chatting with Jess & Matt about their songwriting technique, the changes they've found as newly independent artists, becoming friends with Chris Isaak and the music of Kacey Musgraves. Y...
Aug 02, 2021•35 min•Season 1Ep. 68
Tornado Club join us on the pod for Episode 67! The collaborative minds of The Kite String Tangle & Woodes have come together as Tornado Club to bless us with their debut EP, which is called Reset and is out today! In today's episode, we're speaking with Danny & Elle about how the band came to be, how songwriting through a difficult experience can be cathartic, returning to the live stage and we discuss the music of Jungle and Telenova. You can listen to Tornado Club here . Tornado Club ...
Jul 29, 2021•28 min•Season 1Ep. 67
We've got Shiny Joe Ryan on the podcast today! The singer-songwriter, and guitarist for Pond, had a little bit of a break between solo records but has returned with his second solo offering Shiny's Democracy. In today's episode, we're talking with Shiny Joe Ryan about how the new record came about, what makes a Shiny Joe song VS what makes a Pond song, the always incredible music scene in Perth and his love of Pink Floyd & Beck. You can listen to Shiny Joe Ryan's playlist here . You can buy ...
Jul 23, 2021•34 min•Season 1Ep. 66
Buzzy Lee (a.k.a Sasha Spielberg) is our guest for Episode 65! Earlier this year, Buzzy Lee released her gorgeous record Spoiled Love and was met with critical acclaim for its melancholy and minimalistic aesthetic. In today's episode, we're talking with Sasha about recording Spoiled Love with Nicolas Jaar, her love of Garden State & The Shins, how her father's film scores influenced her musical upbringing and Sasha shows us her flawless Australian accent. You can listen to Buzzy Lee here . Y...
Jul 22, 2021•43 min•Season 1Ep. 65
Break out your Matthew McConaughey impressions, because we've got Chord Overstreet on the pod today! The singer-songwriter and actor has released his incredible new Stone Man EP, which includes the hit single 'What's Left Of You'. In today's episode, we're talking with Chord about his approach to songwriting, tips he learnt from his father Paul Overstreet (famous Country music singer-songwriter), the music of Chumbawamba and yes......we talk to him about Glee. You can listen to Chord Overstreet ...
Jul 15, 2021•37 min•Season 1Ep. 64
Surf-rock bros Wavves are on the podcast for Episode 63! After celebrating 10 years of King of the Beach last year, the loveable lads from San Diego, California have returned with their seventh studio record Hideaway. In today's episode, we're speaking with Stephen Pope from the band about working with Dave Sitek for the record, using lyric writing as therapy, the pros and cons of being back on an indie label, and his love of Australian band Total Control You can buy Hideaway here . You can list...
Jul 14, 2021•29 min•Season 1Ep. 63
JOMORO is the brand new project for Joey Waronker and Mauro Refosco, and they're our guests for Episode 62! Both gentlemen are legends in the music industry, having played with artists such as Beck, RHCP, David Byrne and Sir Paul McCartney (just to name a few), and they're both members Atoms For Peace (Thom Yorke's OTHER band). JOMORO have just released their stunning debut record Blue Marble Sky, and we're lucky enough to have both Joey & Mauro on the podcast. In today's episode, we're disc...
Jul 12, 2021•46 min•Season 1Ep. 62
We're joined by ASHWARYA for today's episode! You might know her from her singles PSYCHO HOLE or TO THE NIGHT (feat Vic Mensa). The Indian born, Melbourne raised popstar has just released her incredible EP Nocturnal Hours and is playing some shows around the country to celebrate. In today's episode, we're talking with ASHWARYA about subverting expectations within songwriting, awesome merch ideas in 2021, how she came to find her sound and how Kanye, bollywood & Queen influence her music. You...
Jul 08, 2021•37 min•Season 1Ep. 61
Telenova are joining us on the pod for Episode 60! After being brought together by Chris Walla (Death Cab for Cutie), this supergroup from Melbourne have just released their gorgeous debut EP Tranquilize . The band, which comprises of Angeline Armstrong, Edward Quinn (Slum Sociable) and Joshua Moriarty (Miami Horror / The Bottom Of It Podcast), are also heading out on tour in August. In today's episode, we're talking with Angeline about how exactly the band was brought together, dynamics between...
Jul 07, 2021•33 min•Season 1Ep. 60
World renowned electronic artist and absolute legend What So Not is our guest this week! The Australian producer recently made his return to music with his single 'The Change (feat. DMA's)' and is about to head back out on tour. In todays episode, we're talking with Chris Emerson (WSN) about the close-knit nature of the Australian music scene, what it was like being back inside a proper studio, how he finds inspiration for new music and what it's like remixing Run The Jewels. You can listen to W...
Jul 05, 2021•46 min•Season 1Ep. 59
Liam Cooper joins us on the pod for Episode 58! The Sydney singer-songwriter has just released 'Another Lonely Night', his second single of 2021 which follows on from the brilliant 'Out of the Blue'. In today's episode, we're talking to Liam about how he keeps creative while in lockdown, his return to songwriting after a lengthy break, how he juggles many different roles being an independent artist and the music of Maggie Rogers and Billy Joel. You can listen to Liam's playlist here You can list...
Jul 01, 2021•49 min•Season 1Ep. 58
Our guest for Episode 57 is Tora! The genre bending band from Byron Bay, who mix electronic and indie music so seamlessly, have just released their new single Call On Me. In today's episode, we're talking with Jai Piccone from the band about escapism in songwriting, their forthcoming record A Force Majeure, their experience in moving the band to Europe as Covid-19 unfolded and what the music of The Avalanches means to him. You can listen to Jai's playlist here You can preorder A Force Majeure he...
Jun 30, 2021•35 min•Season 1Ep. 57
We've got the lovely Harper Bloom joining us on the podcast this Friday! Continuing our streak of great acts from WA, this Perth-born / Melbourne-based singer-songwriter has just released her incredible debut EP, entitled Faith, Sex & Skin. In todays episode, we're talking with Harper about the the art of subtlety in songwriting, learning Bob Dylan classics with her dad, playing open mic nights in New York and the music of Al Green & Neil Diamond. You can listen to Harper Bloom here You ...
Jun 24, 2021•26 min•Season 1Ep. 56
Dulcie are joining us on the pod for Episode 55! The 4 gals from Perth make gorgeous indie-rock/pop/folk, and are releasing their debut EP today, entitled Sake of Sound . In todays episode, we're talking with Saskia and Madi from the band about their difficult to define sound, the comparisons between marine life and humans, running their own label, and once again...we discuss Phoebe Bridgers. You can find Dulcie's playlist here . You can purchase Sake of Sound on vinyl here You can listen to Dul...
Jun 17, 2021•35 min•Season 1Ep. 55
The boys are back! Today we welcome our first return guests to the podcast, Sam & Jono from Sly Withers. The Perth indie-punk band are joining us for Episode 54 after the release of their absolutely brilliant second record Gardens . In todays episode, we're talking about the process of how the record came together, pop-punk & Olivia Rodrigo, the boys return to the podcast, and their incredible Like A Version. You can purchase Gardens here You can listen to Sly Withers here You can purcha...
Jun 16, 2021•32 min•Season 1Ep. 54
We had the incredible pleasure of conversing with K.Flay for Episode 53! She's releasing her brand new EP Inside Voices today, and it features some pretty big guest names (including Tom Morello & Travis Barker). In today's episode we're talking about how her unlikely start in music came about, texting Tom Morello (Rage Against The Machine) to be on your EP, working with artists like Dune Rats & Ali Barter and how food is better cold the next day. You can listen to Inside Voices here You ...
Jun 10, 2021•29 min•Season 1Ep. 53
He is an incredible singer & songwriter in his own right. He's produced records by Haim, Clairo, Frank Ocean, among countless others. He was a founding member of Vampire Weekend, and today he's our guest for Episode 52. Rostam has just released his gorgeous second solo record Changephobia, and we're lucky enough to have him on the podcast! In today's episode, we're talking about what inspired the new record, what it's like producing for artists like Haim and Carly Rae Jepsen, his approach to...
Jun 09, 2021•38 min•Season 1Ep. 52
We're chatting with pop singer-songwriter Sloan Peterson for Episode 51! After releasing singles Nightmare and Moon & Back , she's back with her most recent single Parasite which she co-wrote with those boys from Lime Cordiale. In today's episode, we're talking about the versatility of artists, singing in the church choir & her musical pastor, her approach to lyric writing and music by Paul Simon and Dope Lemon. You can listen to music by Sloan Peterson here Sloan Peterson Instagram: @sl...
Jun 07, 2021•24 min•Season 1Ep. 51
Today we hit the big 50! We're celebrating by having Australian DJ and producer Godlands on the pod! She's releasing her brand new EP Ready 2 Rage today and is taking it on the road later in June and early July. In today's episode, we're talking about her experience touring with Steve Aoki, producing for other artists, sliding into Action Bronson's DMs and Lil Nas X on SNL. You can listen to Godlands playlist here You can listen to Ready 2 Rage here . You can buy tickets to the Thank You 4 Ragin...
Jun 03, 2021•38 min•Season 1Ep. 50
Indie-pop star Wallice is on the podcast for Episode 49! The LA based singer and multi-instrumentalist is following up her hit singles 23 and Hey Michael by releasing her debut EP, entitled Off The Rails . In todays episode, we're talking about having control over your own image and visuals, what it's like to drop out of jazz school and exactly why the remake of High Fidelity was so good! You can listen to Off The Rails here . You can watch Hey Michael here . Wallice Instagram: @wallice Wallice ...
Jun 02, 2021•28 min•Season 1Ep. 49
We're joined by music royalty on This Song Is Yours today, as k.d. lang joins us for Episode 48! To celebrate Pride Month, the multiple Grammy and Juno award winning musician has released a new remixes compilation entitled Makeover . In today's episode, we're talking about the new record, what community means to her, truth and connections within music and how her beloved Portland Trail Blazers are going in the NBA. You can buy Makeover on vinyl here . You can listen to k.d. lang here . k.d. lang...
May 31, 2021•23 min•Season 1Ep. 48
With their first new music in 7 years, we've got Counting Crows on the podcast for Episode 47! The band have just released their latest EP Butter Miracle, Suite One to rave reviews, and are fast approaching their 30th anniversary as a band. In todays episode, we're speaking with Adam Duritz about how he found his way back to songwriting, his love of Gang of Youths and writing music for projects like Shrek and Josie & The Pussycats . You can buy Butter Miracle, Suite One on vinyl here . You c...
May 27, 2021•33 min•Season 1Ep. 47
We've been fortunate to get emo pioneers Dashboard Confessional on the podcast for Episode 46! After a terrible motor accident in 2020 left him having to relearn his instrument, Chris Carrabba and co. are heading back out on the road this September for the Dashboard Confessional Unplugged 2021 Tour. In todays episode, we're talking with Chris about his recovery, the 20th anniversary of The Places You Have Come to Fear the Most and how he became part of the Marvel family. You can find Chris' play...
May 26, 2021•51 min•Season 1Ep. 46
We're incredibly lucky to be joined by Polish Club for Episode 45! The band have just announced their brand new record Now We're Cookin' and are celebrating by releasing new single No Heaven today. In todays episode, we're talking with Novak from the band about the aesthetic of Polish Club, misogyny in the Australian music scene and his love of The Strokes. You can find Novaks playlist here . You can pre-order Now We're Cookin' here . You can listen to Polish Club here . You can find Novaks Junk...
May 20, 2021•45 min•Season 1Ep. 45
Our guest for Episode 44 is Current Joys! The indie rock project, fronted by Nick Rattigan, has just released their gorgeous new record Voyager. Nick has also created an incredible film which blends comedy, horror and live music to compliment the new record, entitled Current Joys Present: The Phantom of the Highland Park Ebell . In todays episode, we're talking with Nick about how movies influence his music, the output of all his musical projects and the mystery that is Greta Van Fleet. You can ...
May 19, 2021•29 min•Season 1Ep. 44
Fresh from announcing the Chrysalis Tour '21 , we've got Tia Gostelow on the pod! She released her fantastic second record Chrysalis late last year, and is about to take it out on the road in July. In Episode 43, we're talking with Tia about finally getting back on the road, working with Holy Holy and learning how to produce her own music! You can listen to Tia Gostelow here . You can purchase Chrysalis here . You can purchase tickets to Chrysalis Tour '21 here . Tia Gostelow Instagram: @tiagost...
May 13, 2021•24 min•Season 1Ep. 43
