Beers & Tears

Pairing melancholy songwriting with stirring euphoric electronica, Nathan Ball is setting sail into a year of change. His new music explores captivating storytelling intertwined with sprawling synths and atmospheric soundscapes as he draws inspiration from his new life by the sea. This episode I chat with Cornwall based, British indie artist, Nathan Ball. We discussed the creation of his debut album ‘Under The Mackerel Sky’, the intriguing stories behind his new music and the contrast of surf...

A party-hearty fusion of middle-finger punk attitude and unapologetic hard rock guitar raunch, Dune Rats are part of a long tradition of snotty, good-time, punk-adjacent bands from Australia. This episode I chat with Dune Rats about writing a bit of a love song with their track ‘Melted Into Two’ & the last few months of writing and demoing new material for album #4. We chat about putting on big production shows with jumping castles, how international crowds receive Dunies music &...

Introducing herself in 2019, Hope D captivates audiences with her eclectic capability to create purposeful, confessional and captivating music. This episode I chat with Hope about her journey with music, from uploading voice memos onto Spotify to now releasing tracks like her latest single ‘Emerald’. Hope discussed the bucket list moment of putting together her debut album (release date October 21) and shared some memories from her national tour, from staying in haunted hotels to getting sick...

The beginning of Spacey Jane’s astonishing success in Australia arrived when the band released debut album Sunlight in June 2020. The universal adulation duly and deservedly followed for the Fremantle-based band. In this weeks episode I chat with Spacey Jane frontman Caleb about the release of their second album Here Comes Everybody fast approaching (out Friday 24 June via AWAL). We deep dived into some of the tracks off of the new album, discussed the inspiration behind the album title ...

For Eliza & The Delusionals, making music has not only been a unifying force between them as a band of like-minded individuals, but it’s proven to be a mode of escape, into a soundscape marked by vibrancy and emotion. And now, Eliza & The Delusionals have arrived at their most significant career point to date: their debut album, Now And Then. In this episode I chat with Eliza & Kurt about this big milestone. We also discuss eating food across the world, how the band stays grounded...

Nick Keogh is an energetic folk-pop performer blending his unique brand of tongue-in-cheek storytelling with soaring horns and catchy choruses. This episode I chat with Nick about his latest tracks and upcoming EP ’20 and Bored’. We discussed forgetting to book his accomodation at Port Fairy Folk Festival, meeting some of his musical inspirations and his food poisoning gig horror story. Support the Show.

When Loren Kate finished secondary school, she set out in search of adventure. Armed with only a guitar, a backpack and a few dollars in her pocket, she jumped on a train and travelled 800km to Byron Bay on the NSW North Coast. In this episode I chat with Loren about writing her first songs whilst busking through Byron and her latest track ‘One Of These Days’ a song written for her brother. We also discussed Loren’s upcoming album ‘Nobody Knows’ which was described by a friend of hers as - a ...

L.A.B’s groove blends an eclectic mix of reggae, electronic, blues, funk and rock - all combining to create a sound entirely their own. This episode I chat with Joel from L.A.B about their latest album ‘L.A.B V’, what it was like releasing 5 albums in 5 years and the first L.A.B collaboration on new track ‘Real Ones’ with Kings. We discussed the role of the Maori culture within the band and their other musical influences. L.A.B continue to assert themselves as one of NZ’s hardest-workin...

Sydney songwriter Blake Cateris’ cracks his first release milestone with ‘Careless Memories’ Playing a blend of folk, punk & melody intertwined with angst which is channeled through his acoustic guitar, Blake creates social commentary through a postmodernist lens on many of the issues and hardships experienced by the everyday person in the 21st century. This episode I chat with Blake about teaching himself how to play guitar and the wise words of jazz musicians. Blake also gives a taste o...

Since the beginning of time Nectar has been a formidable word for all things liquid and delicious, in this generation the word is associated with four gentlemen who have been working together to craft a musical smoggers board, while not liquid, it certainly ascertains the delicacies of audible pleasure. This episode I chat with Nectar about their new single 'Waiting on the World (Won't Work)' and what the band have been working on lately. We discuss new merch, the importance of supporti...

Caravãna Sun has become internationally regarded as one of the world’s finest live draws. With a sound that demands to be heard live. From sun-drenched reggae to sweeping synth indie groove, Caravãna Sun will have you off your feet and soulfully shook to the core. This episode I chat with Ant Beard from Caravana Sun about their new album ‘Burning Palms’. We delved deeper into a few tracks off the album, discussed the power of water, the resetting smell of coffee beans & exo-sceleton...

Steph Strings is a rapidly emerging guitarist/singer-songwriter from Melbourne, Australia. Not only a uniquely gifted guitar player, Steph has the rare ability to tell a story through music. This episode I chat with Steph about her passion for guitar, recording her first EP during a Math class, her upcoming single 'Catacombs' and our little life revalations.Support the Show.

3-piece Indie-pop band from Perth, WA, Dulcie return in 2022 with a huge year of touring and releases ahead. This episode I chat with Dulcie all about their new release ‘tell your friends’, their current tour with Ocean Alley and their insane growth as a band since releasing their first track ‘Fall’ just a few years ago.Support the Show.

Interested in a career in Bookings or Promotions in the Music Industry? This episode I chat with Sarah from Burntout Bookings and together we discussed, how the independent DIY promotions company came to be. We chat about how Sarah started the company, her prior studies and knowledge, her day to day tasks running a booking and promotions company and so much MORE!!!Support the Show.

This episode I chat with alt-rock band and recording project, Humble Armada from Perth, WA. We chat about coming together as a band and reaching the milestone of putting out their debut album 'All Around You'. Humble Armada shared their sense of revivalism and rawness in their sound, paying tribute to the 60s and 70s in this new album, we discussed their influences, recent singles 'Los Alamos' and 'Hurry Away' and the experience of throwing their own backyard festival. Support the S...

This episode I chat with singer/Songwriter James Franklin. James grew up in the hills of the Dandenong Ranges in Victoria, Australia and has released two EP’s and an album. We chat about the process of releasing new music, growing a following outside of Australia and his new single coming on March 28 ‘She Loves Me’Support the Show.

This episode Among The Restless are back!!! The perfect start to a new season having our first ever guests join the pod again for another chat!!! I chat with the fellas all about their latest tunes ‘Wastecase’ & ‘Lucy’ and we got a lovely insight into their next track ‘Underground’ which comes out tomorrow!!! ATR shared their insights on growing together as a band, maturing over lockdown and how their music is evolving. Support the Show.

This episode I chat with Holly about living on the peninsula and how it differs from the music community in the city. We chat about her new track ‘I tried to give you ways to love me’ and the weird thoughts that we can get when entering relationships. We also chat about when and how Holly learned to produce music and how it has helped her throughout her career and her goals for the future of Holly Hebe!Support the Show.

This episode I chat with Greatest Hits about their new EP ‘Volume Two’ and their single ‘Nuclear Love’ and the irony of how the track came to be. We chat about how living in the UK brought the band together, their groovy influences and when the day will come where they finally release a Greatest Hits ‘Greatest Hits’ album.Support the Show.

This episode I chat with Yazmindi about her hilarious, raw and beautiful new track ‘Avocado Latte’. We chat about moving around Australia, the classic stereotypes of living in Melbourne & being able to play SXSW not once, but twice!!!Support the Show.