Through The Creative Door

This week on Through The Creative Door, Alexis is joined by Melbourne singer-songwriter, guitarist and podcast host Craig Williams, better known as Acoustic Foxx. They chat about his journey through the music industry, blending acoustic folk, alternative rock and '90s grunge influences into his sound, performing as lead guitarist for Aimee Francis, and the reason for launching his podcast Foxx on...

Featured Artist: Shawn Mendes Featured Vinyl:  Wonder   Alexis’ Hot Pick  Wonder Sam’s Hot Pick Wonder Thanks for listening, catch you on the next episode. Psst! We are always on the lookout for an artist's vinyl to listen to, have you got one in mind that we should check out? Get in contact with us via Instagram @throughthecreativedoor Let’s get social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/throug...

In this episode, Alexis sits down with Melbourne-based multidisciplinary designer and visual artist Krystal Schultheiss to explore her unique career spanning motion design, animation and projection mapping. With over 15 years of experience working with global brands, Krystal shares how she carved out a parallel path as a VJ and digital artist, creating immersive visual experiences that transform m...

  Featured Artist: Pink Floyd Featured Vinyl:  Atom Heart Mother   Alexis’ Hot Pick  Alan’s Psychedelic Breakfast Sam’s Hot Pick Atom Heart Mother   Thanks for listening, catch you on the next episode. Psst! We are always on the lookout for an artist's vinyl to listen to, have you got one in mind that we should check out? Get in contact with us via Instagram @throughthecreativedoor Let’s get socia...

Melbourne/Naarm songwriter Evan Jones (Hologram Sam, Malibu Spacey) chats about the art of songwriting, embracing creative restrictions, and why inspiration comes from showing up, not waiting for it to strike. From recording his deeply personal debut album Hologram Samwich to finding ideas in hot showers, guitar tunings and everyday moments, Evan shares thoughtful insights into building a sustaina...

This week on B-Side, we're doing something a little different. Instead of diving into records already sitting on our shelves, Sam and I reveal our top 5 vinyls we're still dreaming of adding to our collections and why.  After listening, we'd love to hear from you. What's the one album or EP sitting at the very top of your own vinyl wish list? Let us know at @throughthecreativedoor, you might just...

Alexis chats with PAPERCITY, the Aotearoa/New Zealand alt-pop trio blending heartfelt songwriting with soaring pop hooks, gritty guitars and cinematic storytelling. We chat about growing up making music together, finding creativity through community, balancing art with real life, and why being unapologetically yourself is the key to creating something that truly connects. The band members are: Ale...

Featured Artist: What So Not Featured Vinyl:  Not All The Beautiful Things   Alexis’ Hot Pick  Warlord Sam’s Hot Pick Beautiful Aus Music Alert! Support this artists by purchasing this record via Bandcamp: https://whatsonot.bandcamp.com/album/not-all-the-beautiful-things   Thanks for listening, catch you on the next episode. Psst! We are always on the lookout for an artist's vinyl to listen to, ha...

In this episode, Alexis sits down with Neha Kumar, a facilitator, art curator, and owner of Artful Yoga Gallery in St Kilda, Victoria. Together they explore the power of creativity, community, and healing through art, as Neha shares her journey of creating a space where artists, wellness, and human connection come together with purpose and intention If you’d like to see more, you can follow on ins...

Featured Artist: Meg Mac Featured Vinyl:  It’s My Party   Alexis’ Hot Pick  What Have You Done Sam’s Hot Pick I’m Gonna _ Somebody Aus Music Alert! Support this artists by purchasing this record via Bandcamp: https://megmac.bandcamp.com/   Thanks for listening, catch you on the next episode. Psst! We are always on the lookout for an artist's vinyl to listen to, have you got one in mind that we sho...

Aimee Francis is an acclaimed music producer, artist, and sync licensing specialist from Melbourne. In this episode, she shares her journey as the creative force behind Aimee Francis & The Midnight Hours, offering insights into producing music and building a sustainable career in today's music industry.   If you’d like to see more, you can follow on instagram; @  aimeefrancismusic   This episo...

Featured Artist: The Beatles Featured Vinyl:  Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band   Alexis’ Hot Pick  Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds Sam’s Hot Pick Getting Better GUEST Hot Pick Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band Special Guest  Maja joins us for this episode. They were on Season 1, episode 19, go check it out! https://open.spotify.com/episode/5gzcWlijQEzLgOmFHQByC8?si=856ee1cdeb7e486e   Thanks...

Alexis chats with Melbourne-based producer, musician, and Peak Park member Thomas Hoeft about his journey from civil engineering to a full-time career in music. They discuss the privilege and importance of collaboration, a peak into his creative process behind producing, and what it takes to build a sustainable career doing what you love.   If you’d like to see more, you can follow on instagram; @...

Featured Artist: Joan & The Giants | Seb Szabo Featured Vinyl:  baked LIVE IMP056   Aus Music Alert! Support these artists by purchasing this record via Bandcamp: https://joanandthegiants.bandcamp.com/ https://sebszabo.bandcamp.com/   Thanks for listening, catch you on the next episode. Psst! We are always on the lookout for an artist's vinyl to listen to, have you got one in mind that we shou...

Alexis sits down with multidisciplinary artist Tams Hesz, whose work spans visual art, writing, movement and community connection. Best known as the creator of Soul Stories, Tams shares her journey from a professional dance career in Paris to building a creative business centred around emotion, empathy and human connection. Together they explore reinvention, the healing power of creativity, the im...

Featured Artist: Maxon Featured Vinyl:  Talking With Strangers   Alexis’ Hot Pick  No Good For Me Sam’s Hot Pick 18 Aus Music Alert! Support this artists by purchasing this record via Bandcamp: https://itsmemaxon.bandcamp.com/music   Thanks for listening, catch you on the next episode. Psst! We are always on the lookout for an artist's vinyl to listen to, have you got one in mind that we should ch...

Alexis sits down with Mienna Brookman, an emerging Australian musical theatre performer and dance educator. Mienna shares her journey through the world of performance, choreography, and teaching, and reflects on what it takes to build a career while inspiring the next generation of performers. From the rehearsal room to the classroom, this conversation explores creativity, resilience, and finding...

Featured Artist: Gavin Bowles & The Distractions Featured Vinyl:  ARE WE HAVING FUN YET?   Alexis’ Hot Pick  Love Is Dumb Sam’s Hot Pick Damned Aus Music Alert! Support this artists by purchasing this record via Bandcamp: https://gavinbowles.bandcamp.com/album/are-we-having-fun-yet   Love Is Dumb (Official Music Video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m_-mh-IvCoo   Thanks for listening, catch...

Melbourne-based, partners and co-founders of Sandhill Records, our guests Nayomi Pattuwage and Maxon are passionate about artist development, recording, and supporting independent music projects. Nayomi is a songwriter, producer, audio engineer, visual artist and videographer who performs as Like Bear and runs Heaps Stoked Productions. Maxon is a singer-songwriter whose folk, Americana and '70s-in...

Featured Artist: Karnivool Featured Vinyl: In Verses   Alexis’ Hot Pick  Ghost Sam’s Hot Pick Remote Self Control   Aus Music Alert! Support this artists!!! Thanks for listening, catch you on the next episode. Psst! We are always on the lookout for an artist's vinyl to listen to, have you got one in mind that we should check out? Get in contact with us via Instagram @throughthecreativedoor Let’s g...

Alexis chats with performer, choreographer, and creative Will Johnston. From his early dance training in Geelong to graduating from Oxygen College's Musical Theatre program, Will shares his journey through the performing arts, the shows that reignited his passion for theatre, and his work behind the scenes as a choreographer and director. Plus, all the juicy details about his unique creativity, co...

Featured Artist: Primrose Path Featured Vinyl:  Ruminations   Alexis’ Hot Pick  Shifted Sam’s Hot Pick Obstruct   Aus Music Alert! Support this artists by purchasing this record via Bandcamp: https://primrosepathofficial.bandcamp.com/   Thanks for listening, catch you on the next episode. Psst! We are always on the lookout for an artist's vinyl to listen to, have you got one in mind that we should...

In this episode, Alexis chats with Melbourne/Naarm-based AACTA nominated cinematographer (Try Colour Studios), with his career spanning film, music videos, commercial production circles and he is also the producer of Tones of Naarm. If you’d like to see more, you can follow on instagram;  @trycolour_studio @ tonesofnaarm This episode was recorded on 11 May 2026 on the lands of the Woiworung  Peopl...

Featured Artist: Quadeca Featured Vinyl:  I Didn’t Mean To Haunt You   Alexis’ Hot Pick  born yesterday Sam’s Hot Pick fantastyworld   Thanks for listening, catch you on the next episode. Psst! We are always on the lookout for an artist's vinyl to listen to, have you got one in mind that we should check out? Get in contact with us via Instagram @throughthecreativedoor Let’s get social: Instagram:...

We're joined by Melbourne singer-songwriter Brooke Taylor, a powerhouse performer blending rock, blues, country, soul, and pop into her own unmistakable sound. Recommended by past guest Delsinki, it’s a pleasure to finally have Brooke on the show. Having spent years in the industry, Brooke shares honest insights into perseverance, staying true to yourself, and navigating uncertain times as an arti...