This Song Is Yours

Join us in today's episode as we welcome Katy Steele. After a six-year hiatus, the former Little Birdy front-woman returns with her highly anticipated second solo studio album, "Big Star." This record is a perfect blend of 80s influences and contemporary pop, showcasing Katy's distinctive vocals over glistening synths and rhythms. We discuss her collaboration with her husband G...

In today's episode, we are thrilled to have Swedish troubadour Kristian Matsson, better known as The Tallest Man on Earth, as our guest. In April, he released his highly anticipated 7th studio record, "Henry St.”. It's a beautiful record that marks a new chapter in his musical journey as he expands his sound with a full band. In today's episode, we have the pleasure of speaking...

In this episode, we welcome Chicago-based musician, rapper, and songwriter McKinley Dixon. Hailed by The Guardian as one of 2023's most promising musical newcomers, McKinley blends jazz, hip-hop, spoken word, and soul into his music, offering a unique perspective on the modern American experience and educating people on black history. His critically acclaimed record "For My Mama and Anyo...

Making his welcome return to the pod, our guest today is prolific psych-rock songwriter Nicholas Allbrook. Known for his work in Pond, Tame Impala, and his solo project, Nick is making a brilliant return with his fourth solo record titled "Manganese," set to release on June 9th. In this episode, we chat with Nick about the inspirations behind the sonic landscape of his new album and how...

Our guests today are the beloved garage rock band Bad//Dreems. The four-piece from Adelaide have toured with artists like Midnight Oil and The Chats, and return this week with their fourth studio record, Hoo Ha!, No surprise to anyone who knows the bands music, the album touches on themes close to their hearts, including the rights of First Nations people, the Australian male psyche, and their hom...

We're excited to have flowerkid as our guest! The indie pop project of musician and songwriter Flynn Sant burst onto the scene in 2018 with songs like 'boy with the winfields and the wild heart' and 'vodka orange juice’, and solidified his position as one of Australia's most exciting young songwriters. He recently returned with his brilliant single 'Diss & Disappo...

In this episode, we sit down with indie pop songwriter Matt Maltese to talk about his fourth studio album, "Driving Just to Drive." Known for his prolific output, Matt has been making music since the age of 14 and has already released four studio records and four EPs in just seven years. His music has gained him a dedicated following, including artists like Doja Cat, Maisie Peters, and B...

In today's episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Wallice, the rising star of indie rock music. After the success of her Off the Rails EP, Wallice signed with Dirty Hit, the label of The 1975 and beabadoobee. Her new single ‘Best Friend’ and the announcement of her forthcoming third EP, Mister Big Shot, has everyone buzzing with anticipation. We were lucky enough to sit down with Wall...

In this episode, we sit down with AC Newman, the frontman of the Canadian supergroup The New Pornographers. Formed in 1997, the band has been a staple in the indie rock scene for over two decades, producing nine studio albums. Their latest release, Continue As A Guest, has been in the spotlight lately, and we had the pleasure of chatting with AC about the album. We dive into the band's songwr...

On today's episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Isaac Brock, the frontman of Modest Mouse. With over 25 years as one of the most celebrated indie rock bands of our time, Modest Mouse has made their mark on the indie rock scene with iconic albums such as The Lonesome Crowded West and Good News for People Who Love Bad News. The band are headed to Australia to headline Daydream Festiva...

In this episode, we had the pleasure of chatting with the talented UK singer-songwriter Eloise, about her debut record Drunk on a Flight. Her unique neo-soul, jazz-infused pop style and wise lyrics have captured the hearts of fans worldwide. We discuss her experiences on tour in Australia, her collaboration with producer Conor Albert, and the airport incident that inspired the album's concept...

In today's episode, we are joined by the exceptionally talented singer and songwriter Fenne Lily, who talks to us about her latest album "Big Picture". We explore the challenges of releasing music in the current climate and gain insight into Fenne's creative process. Fenne shares with us how her songwriting has evolved with this record and the unexpected consequences that come...

On today's episode, we chat with Tim Nelson, the frontman of Brisbane four-piece, Cub Sport. With the release of their gorgeous fifth record, Jesus At The Gay Bar, the band continues to push the boundaries of their sound, diving headfirst into the realm of emotional dance music. We discuss the inspiration behind the album title, which stemmed from a poignant poem, and how Tim drew on his past...

In this episode, we sit down with Riovaz, a young musician and producer from New Jersey who hit it big during the pandemic with his track "Prom Night." With over 205 million streams on Spotify, his unique sound has been described as a genre melting pot, blending house music, emo rock, rap, and pop. We were fortunate enough to spend some time with Riovaz in Sydney and interview him before...

In today’s episode, we welcome the talented sibling duo, Amy and Josh Dowdle, from Australian electronic band Lastlings. With their new single "Noise" out now and their forthcoming second record "Perfect World" on the horizon, they're also preparing to take their mesmerising dance music on the road this June and July. In our conversation, we explore the inspiration behind...

We’re welcoming back Dallas Green from City and Colour to the podcast. After completing a massive Australian tour last month with City and Colour & Alexisonfire, the Canadian songwriter is releasing his seventh studio album, The Love Still Held Me Near. As a frequent visitor to Australian shores, we dive deep into his special connection with our country. We discuss the songwriting choices betw...

For her very first podcast appearance, we're welcoming rising UK pop singer-songwriter DYLAN to the pod. Currently in Australia to promote her mixtape 'The Greatest Thing I'll Never Learn', the Suffolk-born songwriter has been touring the world the last 12 months with artists like Tate McRae and Ed Sheeran. In this episode, we dive into her musical upbringing and how it has inf...

Join us on the podcast as we chat with pop singer songwriter Carla Wehbe about her newly released EP "Jupiter & Mars". We dive into her creative process and the inspiration behind the lead single "Knight to E5". Carla shares her experience supporting Benson Boone and Alec Benjamin, and how these experiences have shaped her as an artist. Plus, we discuss the importance of co...

Recorded in person while Pale Waves is here in Australia, we're thrilled to have front woman Heather Baron-Gracie back on the podcast as our guest for this episode. Currently touring in support of their new record "Unwanted," Heather takes a break to chat with us about the songwriting process within the band and the personal nature of some of the songs on their latest album. We also...

Join us on the podcast as we welcome back indie dance rock band Death by Denim. The four piece from Perth are releasing a brand new EP next week, titled "My House Is A Club." We're joined by Nik and Palle as we talk about their experiences with sharehouse parties and musical antics, and how these experiences influence this new batch of music. We also delve into their songwriting pro...

Mckenna Grace is a multi-talented artist who has made a name for herself in Hollywood with standout performances in films like "Captain Marvel," "I, Tonya," and most recently, "Ghostbusters: Afterlife." But in addition to her impressive acting resume, Mckenna has also discovered a passion for songwriting, which led her to release her debut EP "Bittersweet 16&quot...

We sit down with Adelaide-based pop singer and songwriter, Stellie. As a rising star in the music industry, Stellie has already accomplished quite a lot, including being a Triple J Unearthed feature artist, and has supported the likes of G-Flip, Lime Cordiale and Cub Sport. With her biggest gig yet coming up alongside Lorde for Adelaide Festival, we're excited to have Stellie on the show to d...

Join us on the podcast as we sit down with Australian singer-songwriter Conrad Sewell to talk about his highly anticipated second album "Precious." Conrad shares with us the inspiration behind the album and the importance of capturing a raw and live sound. We discuss his collaboration with Adam MacDougall (Black Crowes) and Zane Carney (John Mayer) and the incredible band he assembled to...

We sit down with songwriter and musician Quinn XCII to discuss his fifth studio record, "The People's Champ." Quinn recently toured Australia to promote the album and collaborated with artists like Jeremy Zucker, Big Sean, and AJR. In this episode, we dive into the creation of the album and discuss some of Quinn's favourite tracks, including "Good Either Way." We also...

Join us on the podcast as we chat with Gracie Abrams about her highly anticipated debut album "Good Riddance," which she worked on with Aaron Dessner (The National, folklore). We dive into the themes of the record and Gracie's creative process in bringing it to life. Gracie shares her experience working with Aaron at his Long Pond studios and how they connected in the first place. P...