Our guest today is Australian indie singer-songwriter Tyne-James Organ. Since first emerging in 2016, the Wollongong-born artist has become one of the country’s most beloved live performers, earning a loyal following through his emotionally resonant songwriting and captivating stage presence. Today marks the release of his brilliant second album The Other Side —a powerful and personal record that sees Tyne expanding his sound with even greater nuance and depth. Reuniting with longtime producer C...
May 15, 2025•29 min•Season 1Ep. 432
Our guest today is the genre-defying alt-pop artist and producer spill tab. The project of Claire Chicha, spill tab blends elements of jazz, indie, pop, funk, and classical into a playful yet emotionally rich sound that’s hard to pin down—in the best possible way. With collaborations alongside Gus Dapperton and Matilda Mann, and tour dates supporting Sabrina Carpenter and Wallows, spill tab has steadily emerged as one of the most exciting experimental voices in alt-pop. Later this week, she’ll r...
May 13, 2025•28 min•Season 1Ep. 431
Our guests today are none other than Aussie indie rock royalty, Spacey Jane. The Perth four-piece has spent the past few years rising to the top of Australia’s music scene—collecting ARIA and AIR Awards for their first two records Sunlight and Here Comes Everybody , and building a devoted global following along the way. Now, they return with their third studio album If That Makes Sense —a lush and expansive project that sees the band slowing down, reflecting, and intentionally crafting their mos...
May 08, 2025•29 min•Season 1Ep. 430
Our guest today is indie pop songwriter Anna Shoemaker. Now based in Los Angeles, Anna recently released her brilliant second album Somebody Should Stop Her —a bold, emotionally raw collection that moves away from the synth-led sound of her debut in favour of organic instrumentation and introspective songwriting that captures the messiness of young adulthood. The record has been widely praised and helped land Anna a coveted support slot on Mallrat’s US tour. In today’s episode, we chat with Anna...
May 06, 2025•27 min•Season 1Ep. 429
Our guest today is the phenomenal indie rock songwriter Blondshell. The project of Los Angeles-based artist Sabrina Teitelbaum first made waves in 2023 with her self-titled debut, which earned critical acclaim worldwide for its raw, intense guitar work and sharp lyricism. Today, she returns with her second album If You Asked for a Picture , a bold and emotionally layered evolution that explores themes of control, self-awareness, and growth. In this episode, we chat with Sabrina about the making ...
May 01, 2025•16 min•Season 1Ep. 428
Our guest today is the brilliant singer-songwriter Jensen McRae. Known for her ability to craft songs that are both deeply personal and strikingly universal, the folk-pop artist has toured with the likes of Noah Kahan, MUNA, and Amos Lee, and earned admiration from artists including Maisie Peters and Gretta Ray. Last week, Jensen released her stunning sophomore album I Don’t Know How But They Found Me —a haunting, beautifully detailed collection exploring change, heartbreak, and acceptance throu...
Apr 29, 2025•29 min•Season 1Ep. 427
Our guests today are Chicago-based indie favourites Beach Bunny. Originally launched as a solo project by front-woman Lili Trifilio, the band has grown into a powerhouse of guitar-driven power pop—earning multi-platinum singles, critical acclaim, and viral success with tracks like “Cloud 9.” This week, they return with their third album Tunnel Vision , a bold collection that sees them reconnect with their guitar roots after experimenting with synths on their previous release. In today’s episode,...
Apr 23, 2025•27 min•Season 1Ep. 426
Our guests today are the beloved British indie collective Black Country, New Road. The acclaimed art-rock band recently returned with their third studio album Forever Howlong —a bold and beautiful leap forward in both sound and spirit. Following the 2022 departure of frontman Isaac Wood—just before the release of their beloved second album Ants From Up There —the six remaining members embraced a new, collaborative direction. With no single frontperson, the group now shares the spotlight, craftin...
Apr 20, 2025•28 min•Season 1Ep. 425
Our guests today are shoegaze legends Slowdive. Formed in Reading, England in 1989, the iconic five-piece helped shape the genre’s soundscape with their seminal 1993 record Souvlaki . After reforming in 2014, they’ve continued to tour and create new music—most recently with their critically acclaimed 2023 album everything is alive . Following a successful Australian tour that same year, the band returns to our shores later this month. In today’s episode, we’re joined by bassist Nick Chaplin to t...
Apr 17, 2025•17 min•Season 1Ep. 424
Our guest today is rising alternative-pop star Isabel LaRosa. The Maryland-born artist grew up in a musical household—her father played saxophone, and she was writing songs with her brother Thomas from a young age. Fast forward to 2025, and Isabel has become one of pop’s most exciting new voices. With over 2 billion Spotify streams and recent nods from People Magazine and InStyle as an artist to watch, her momentum is undeniable. This week, she releases her debut album Raven —a dark, magnetic co...
Apr 15, 2025•23 min•Season 1Ep. 423
Our guest today is the extraordinary Ruby Gill. The South African-born, Naarm-based singer-songwriter has built a reputation for crafting music that’s both deeply introspective and sharply observant—capturing life’s most vulnerable moments while reflecting on the world around us. Last week, Ruby released her stunning second album, Some Kind of Control —a beautifully sparse and affecting record that blends dry wit, political insight, and emotional depth. In today’s episode, we welcome Ruby back t...
Apr 10, 2025•38 min•Season 1Ep. 422
Our guests today are none other than indie icons Sleigh Bells. For the past 15 years, the genre-blending duo of Alexis Krauss and Derek Miller have fused hip-hop, punk, pop, thrash, and techno into a sound that’s loud, chaotic, and entirely their own. With tracks like “Tell 'Em,” “Rill Rill,” and “Comeback Kid,” they’ve carved out a legacy and are often credited as early pioneers of what would later become hyperpop. Last Friday, they returned with their latest studio album, Bunky Becky Birthday ...
Apr 08, 2025•35 min•Season 1Ep. 421
Our guests today are Australia’s favourite indie darlings, Ball Park Music. For over a decade, they’ve been one of the country’s most influential indie bands, earning ARIA, AIR, and APRA Award nominations while becoming triple J favourites since their 2011 debut, Happiness and Surrounding Suburbs . Today, they return with their eighth studio album, Like Love —a sonic evolution that leans into folk and singer-songwriter influences while keeping their signature Ball Park charm intact. In today’s e...
Apr 03, 2025•31 min•Season 1Ep. 420
Our guest today is beloved Australian singer-songwriter Liz Stringer. An AIR Award winner and staple of the Aussie music scene since 2006, she’s built an incredible career through both her solo work and her collaborations with Dyson Stringer Cloher. While best known for her indie and rock roots, Liz’s new album, The Second High , sees her embracing soul, jazz, and funk influences. Recorded in London with producer Beni Giles (Lianne La Havas), this seventh record feels like a creative reset—expan...
Apr 01, 2025•30 min•Season 1Ep. 419
Our guest today is alternative songwriter and artist Perfume Genius, the musical project of Mike Hadreas. For 15 years, he’s evolved from sparse acoustics to ‘80s pop, chamber pop, and alt-rock—earning Grammy and GLAAD nods and collaborating with Yeah Yeah Yeahs and Sharon Van Etten. Today, he releases his seventh album, Glory , a record that sees him expanding his sound once again, weaving in indie rock and Americana influences while maintaining his signature emotional depth. In today’s episode...
Mar 27, 2025•22 min•Season 1Ep. 418
Our guest today is the much-beloved American rock band My Morning Jacket. Since forming in 1998, the Louisville five-piece has built a sound that fluidly blends alternative, country, roots, and rock. Last week, they dropped their 10th studio album, is —a milestone for the band as they teamed up with an outside producer for the first time, bringing in Brendan O’Brien (Pearl Jam, Bruce Springsteen) to help shape the record. In today’s episode, we catch up with guitarist Carl Broemel to talk about ...
Mar 25, 2025•27 min•Season 1Ep. 417
Our guest today is Aussie indie-pop singer-songwriter Mia Wray. Her long-awaited debut album, hi, it’s nice to meet me , has finally arrived—a stunning collection of songs that trace her journey from the end of a long-term relationship to a new awakening, one that helped her embrace her queerness. The album beautifully captures this evolution while effortlessly weaving between indie rock, bedroom pop, and more. In today’s episode, we chat with Mia about the long road to her debut, the preconceiv...
Mar 20, 2025•25 min•Season 1Ep. 416
Our guests today are WA indie rock duo Old Mervs, who are gearing up to release one of the most anticipated debut records of 2025. Their self-titled album drops next week on March 21st, a sprawling debut recorded with legendary Aussie producer Chris Collins (Royal Otis, Pacific Avenue). Blending Britpop, grunge, indie rock, and acoustic folk, the record showcases a beautifully textured collection of songs. In today’s episode, we chat with Dave House and Henry Carrington-Jones about curating trac...
Mar 12, 2025•23 min•Season 1Ep. 415
Our guest today is alternative pop polymath SASAMI. The Korean American songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist is a true musical chameleon, seamlessly shifting between heavy metal, industrial, folk ballads, and alt-pop while touring with the likes of Mitski, Soccer Mommy, and Snail Mail. Today, she releases her most pop-focused record yet—her third studio album, Blood on the Silver Screen . In this episode, we chat with SASAMI about stepping into the world of pop and why embracing it wa...
Mar 06, 2025•29 min•Season 1Ep. 414
Our guests today are the brilliant British electronic music duo Franc Moody. Composed of Jon Moody and Ned Franc, the pair has carved out a unique niche in the world of soulful disco grooves and textured electronic music, blending influences from artists like LCD Soundsystem, Daft Punk, and Jamiroquai. With their third studio album, Chewing the Fat , dropping this Friday, they bring a grittier, more analog-inspired and textured approach to their sound. In today’s episode, we chat with Jon and Ne...
Mar 04, 2025•32 min•Season 1Ep. 413
Our guest today is brilliant British singer-songwriter Matilda Mann. An indie-folk artist known for her beautifully intimate songs, she draws inspiration from artists like Joni Mitchell, and Laura Marling. Since 2019, she has released four EPs, built a devoted fanbase, and toured with Beabadoobee and Arlo Parks. Now, she’s gearing up to release her highly anticipated debut album, Roxwell , this Friday—a heartfelt exploration of love in all its forms, wrapped in her signature storytelling and del...
Feb 25, 2025•29 min•Season 1Ep. 412
Our guest today is an exciting new voice in singer-songwriter music—Sebastian Schub. The British-German artist first made a name for himself busking in London and Dublin before shifting to original music, leading to his breakout track Sing Like Madonna . With 15 million Spotify streams, the song is drawing comparisons to Hozier and Michael Marcagi thanks to his rich baritone and powerful storytelling. While in Australia for special showcases, Sebastian joins us to chat about Sing Like Madonna , ...
Feb 20, 2025•28 min•Season 1Ep. 411
Our guests today are one of the most beloved alternative rock bands of the ‘90s and 2000s—it’s the Goo Goo Dolls. The multi-platinum, four-time Grammy-nominated duo from Buffalo, New York, have sold over 15 million records worldwide, delivering unforgettable hits like Iris , Slide , Name , and Here Is Gone . 2025 is shaping up to be a huge year for the band as they celebrate the 30th anniversary of their breakthrough album A Boy Named Goo , all while staying busy with a relentless tour schedule....
Feb 18, 2025•32 min•Season 1Ep. 410
Our guests today are none other than indie-rock royalty, The Wombats. The honorary Australian lads from Liverpool are back with their sixth studio album, Oh! The Ocean —a record that subtly expands their sonic palette while still delivering the anthemic energy fans love. In today’s episode, we welcome Matthew Murphy, aka Murph, back to the podcast to chat all things Oh! The Ocean , including how the beach served as a thematic inspiration, the songwriting process across both The Wombats and his s...
Feb 13, 2025•26 min•Season 1Ep. 409
Our guest today is Australia’s very own Gen-Z pop princess, Mallrat. The Brisbane-born, now Melbourne and LA-based artist is back this week with her brand-new record, Light Hit My Face Like a Straight Right —a stunning album that sees her weaving together obscure hip-hop samples, melancholic pop melodies, and introspective lyricism in a way that feels both unexpected and deeply affecting. In today’s episode, we chat with Grace Shaw, aka Mallrat, about the creative process behind this album, work...
Feb 11, 2025•26 min•Season 1Ep. 408
Our guest today is the incredible Sharon Van Etten. A celebrated indie-rock singer-songwriter, Sharon has released six studio albums and collaborated with artists like Angel Olsen, Aaron and Bryce Dessner of The National, and Bon Iver. But today marks the start of a brand-new chapter, as she unveils the debut album from her newly formed band, Sharon Van Etten & The Attachment Theory. Featuring Jorge Balbi, Devra Hoff, and Teeny Lieberson, this project expands on Sharon’s signature sound whil...
Feb 06, 2025•20 min•Season 1Ep. 407
Our guest today is Wafia, the LA-based, Australia-raised pop talent known for crafting deeply personal and emotionally rich songs. Over the past decade, the Iraqi-Syrian artist has built a devoted following, earning praise from the likes of Pharrell Williams and Jaden Smith. This Friday, she finally unveils her long-awaited debut album, Promised Land —a stunning collection that explores resilience, family, and life’s uncertainties, all wrapped in her signature heartfelt pop sound. The record als...
Feb 04, 2025•30 min•Season 1Ep. 406
Our guest today is the incredibly talented jasmine.4.t, a Manchester-based singer-songwriter whose music beautifully explores queer friendship, trans love, and her own deeply personal journey. She recently released her breathtaking debut album, You Are The Morning , on Phoebe Bridgers’ Saddest Factory Records—a stunning collection of songs produced by none other than the boygenius trio (Phoebe Bridgers, Lucy Dacus, and Julien Baker). With the help of her all-trans band, Jasmine has crafted a rec...
Jan 30, 2025•33 min•Season 1Ep. 405
Our guest today is the incredibly talented Melbourne rock band, Slowly Slowly. Known for their heartfelt melodies, irresistible hooks, and emotional singalong lyrics, the beloved Aussie outfit recently returned with their most dynamic record yet, Forgiving Spree . Capturing the energy of their live shows, the album delivers some of their most mature and introspective songwriting to date while staying true to their signature charm. In today’s episode, frontman Ben Stewart joins us to chat about t...
Jan 28, 2025•35 min•Season 1Ep. 404
Our guest today is none other than legendary Scottish post-rock pioneers, Mogwai. Known for their atmospheric and emotive soundscapes, the Glasgow-based band has been pushing musical boundaries for 30 years and shows no signs of slowing down. Today marks the release of their brand-new record, The Bad Fire , a powerful album produced by the renowned John Congleton and shaped by extraordinary circumstances. While in Australia last December, we had the privilege of sitting down with frontman Stuart...
Jan 23, 2025•27 min•Season 1Ep. 403
