Coach Music Podcast

Molly Meldrum is an Australian music legend - he is a music critic, journalist, record producer, and musical entrepreneur. Back in 2016 we hosted a live event in Melbourne called the Coach Couch. It was exactly like these podcast conversations however to a LIVE audience. At one of the events Alanna had the privilege of interviewing Australian music legend, Molly Meldrum - and wow what an unforgettable experience it was. In this interview we delve deep into Molly's upbringing, where his love for music started, and how his career unfolded which led him to being one of the most famous music interviewers in Australia - if not the World. Molly shared some unbelievable stories about the relationships he built with the likes of Michael Jackson, The Queen of England, and more. We are so happy we could bring this episode to you and hope it inspires you!Be sure to also give us a follow: https://www.instagram.com/coachmusicpodcast/ Enjoy and don't forget to leave a little review on whichever platform you listen!

Thando is a Zimbabwean-born, Melbourne-based singer-songwriter. Thando found the spotlight through ‘The Voice Australia - Season 3' and has since continued paving her path as a powerhouse vocalist. In this episode, we spoke about her career, the lessons she learned through finding the right team, and how she juggles motherhood as a musician. She is such a special soul and we can't wait to see and hear what she creates next.Be sure to check out the Ascension Artist Development Program that she is running. It is an intensive short course that equips you with creative and practical skills to navigate your career in the music industry. The program has been carefully designed to encourage the independent development of your identity as a musical artist and covers songwriting, music business, and performance. You can follow his journey here: https://www.instagram.com/thando.music/ Be sure to also give us a follow: https://www.instagram.com/coachmusicpodcast/ Enjoy and don't forget to leave a little review on whichever platform you listen!

Ben Cramer, better known as Old Sea Brigade, is an American singer-songwriter and producer signed to Nettwerk Music Group. In this chat, he opened up about the pivotal moments in his life that directed him to pursue music, the insecurities of singing, and the importance of being a self-starter.  Old Sea Brigade has amassed a huge 1.1 million monthly listeners on Spotify and is growing. His debut single ‘Love Brought Weight' now has over 45 million streams. And today you will learn how this success has unfolded. Enjoy and please let me know if this episode impacted you. This is an independent podcast that we are create to inspire YOU. So please take a moment to leave us a 5-star review. You can follow his journey here: https://www.instagram.com/oldseabrigade/ Be sure to also give us a follow: https://www.instagram.com/coachmusicpodcast/ Enjoy and don't forget to leave a little review on whichever platform you listen!

Neil Frances is an electronic, indie pop duo made up of Marc Gilfry and Jordan Feller. If you haven't stumbled upon their music before, today is your lucky day! In today's episode the boys shared their journey together of how collaboration was the best thing that ever happened to them + the feeling of having over 2 million monthly listeners on Spotify - crazy! You can follow their journey here: https://www.instagram.com/neilfrances/ Be sure to also give us a follow: https://www.instagram.com/coachmusicpodcast/ Enjoy and don't forget to leave a little review on whichever platform you listen!

Riley Pearce is a singer-songwriter from Perth, Western Australia. Riley's hit song ‘Brave' has been on regular rotation on our spotify playlist for years so we were really excited to hear his story today. Riley has toured with the likes of Tash Sultana, Lifehouse, and The Paper Kites. He lives the life of a full time musician - touring, writing and recording. His honest songwriting, and relatable storytelling has resonated both in Australia and overseas, with over 60 million streams to date.  We spoke about how Brave has now reached over 30 million plays on spotify, his new EP - ‘Love and All That Stuff'  and the power of a morning routine!!  You can follow his journey here: https://www.instagram.com/rileypearcemusic/ Be sure to also give us a follow: https://www.instagram.com/coachmusicpodcast/ Enjoy and don't forget to leave a little review on whichever platform you listen!

Shannon Noll rose to fame on the first-ever season of ‘Australian Idol’ coming runner up to Guy Sebastian. He has remained in the spotlight for many years With 17 platinum and three gold certifications and combined album and single sales of over 1.3 million in Australia. He has received six ARIA Music Award nominations and has won five ARIA No. 1 Chart Awards. For our listeners in the United States - ARIA Awards are our version of the Grammys!  In this episode we covered how he stays vocally fit with non-stop touring, his work life balance, and how he has stayed relevant in the Australian music scene for so many years. Thanks again to Shannon for taking the time to chat with us. You can follow his journey here:https://www.instagram.com/nollsie Be sure to also give us a follow: https://www.instagram.com/coachmusicpodcast/ Enjoy and don’t forget to leave a little review on whichever platform you listen!

Darren Sanicki is one of Australia’s most successful music lawyers. He is the founder and Principal at Sanicki Lawyers, and has a pretty impressive bio. Darren completed his law degree with honours at Monash University in 2003 and has also completed post graduate courses in copyright law, trademarks, and intellectual property.  If you are taking music seriously you will most likely find a point in your career when you reach out to a music lawyer - in this episode you will learn all the ‘must knows’ regarding music and the law. Sanicki Lawyers major clients include G Flip, Natalie Bassingthwaighte, and Dani Minogue. He also has experience with reality TV show contracts including Australian Idol, X-Factor, and The Voice. Darren is a genuine guy, and musician, who’s love for music really shines through in this chat. Enjoy and take notes!! Thanks Darren for an insightful conversation! Be sure to also give us a follow: https://www.instagram.com/coachmusicpodcast/ Enjoy and don’t forget to leave a little review on whichever platform you listen!

Ash Grunwald is an Australian blues musician. He has released nine studio albums, received five nominations for ARIA Music Awards, and five of his albums have charted in the ARIA Albums Chart Top 50.  His career has spanned almost 2 decades so there was lots to cover in this episode. We spoke about his journey with gratitude and how he has lived his life and provided for his family as a full-time musician. We spoke of the incredible collaborations he has done with various artists from around the world. Ash is an old soul with lots to give. We are excited for his new music which is currently being mastered - be sure to check him out on Spotify. You can follow his journey here:https://www.instagram.com/ashgrunwald Be sure to also give us a follow: https://www.instagram.com/coachmusicpodcast/ Enjoy and don’t forget to leave a little review on whichever platform you listen!

Didirri is an Australian singer-songwriter known for his candid storytelling and poetic lyrics. He currently has over 200,000 monthly listeners on Spotify, however, we spoke about how that is not the definition of who he is as an artist.  We spoke about life, creativity, and the important lessons he has learnt along the way. He has had huge success internationally and even took part in Eurovision 2020 which we discussed in this episode. He will have you captivated with his music and his wisdom with many moments that you might have to pause, rewind, and play again just to absorb what he says.  You can follow his journey here:https://www.instagram.com/didirri_ Be sure to also give us a follow: https://www.instagram.com/coachmusicpodcast/ Enjoy and don’t forget to leave a little review on whichever platform you listen!

Kate Duncan is the CEO of The Push, a statewide youth music organisation in Victoria, Australia. The organisation was founded 32 years ago and delivers a range of programs that are relevant and responsive to Victoria’s future music industry leaders and audiences.  Over three decades, their programs and events have engaged more than 700,000 young people across Victoria. They are uniquely positioned as the connection between the music industry of today and the music creators, professionals and audiences of tomorrow. So if you are looking to find opportunities as a musician or other industries that fit under the music industry - you will love this episode. If you are over 25, don’t worry - you will gain so much from Kate’s insight into the industry and my gosh will you be inspired by her - she is an incredible woman. Thanks Kate for all you do at The Push and for the industry - you’re awesome! You can follow The Push’s journey here:https://www.instagram.com/thepushinc Be sure to also give us a follow: https://www.instagram.com/coachmusicpodcast/ Enjoy and don’t forget to leave a little review on whichever platform you listen!

Kim Churchill is an Australian folk, rock, and blues singer-songwriter. We spoke about how his journey began, how to balance between being tenacious and humble, and how for him true success has been in the moments of abundance. Kim shares some truly great advice in this episode along with his creative process.  If you are not familiar with Kim’s music.. you should be! He’s phenomenal and it was an honour to chat to him today. We left feeling utterly inspired - thanks for the chat Kim! You can follow their journey here:https://www.instagram.com/kimchurchill1 Be sure to also give us a follow: https://www.instagram.com/coachmusicpodcast/ Enjoy and don’t forget to leave a little review on whichever platform you listen!

Welcome to Season 3 of the Coach Music Podcast. 2020 was a transformational year for so many people around the world facing so much change and new challenges it was a time for us to look inward. Music is such a beautiful way to seek refuge and listening to East Forest was a big part of that for Angus and I - and we thought it was fitting to begin 2021 with this conversation. East Forest’s music is a bridge between the digital and natural realms. He offers a spiritual yet non-religious pathway through music, his podcast, writing, talks, and retreats.  We spoke about how he found his true calling through music. Why he remains independant and turned down a record deal. Plus his spectacular collaboration with spiritual teacher, Ram Dass.  As a musician I truly believe this episode can provide you inspiration to follow your truth and create from your heart. You can follow his journey here:https://www.instagram.com/eastforest/ Be sure to also give us a follow: https://www.instagram.com/coachmusicpodcast/ Enjoy and don’t forget to leave a little review on whichever platform you listen!

Michael Parisi has spent 30 years working in the music industry. He started at Warner Music as a Promotions Manager before moving into marketing and A&R (Artists and repertoire) roles. His time in the industry has seen him put in charge of artist rosters including the likes of Dr Dre, Snoop Dogg, Nine Inch Nails, Green Day in his marketing role at Warner and AC/DC, Garbage and Kylie Minogue in his role at Mushroom Records. His first band he signed, a then-unknown UK three-piece at the time, becoming a band you may know as MUSE, Michael’s instinct for what works in the industry is second to none, having more #1 albums than any managing director or A&R around this time. His career has also seen him contribute to the success of artists such as Red Hot Chili Peppers, K.D Lang and REM. Michael is one of the most well-known music managers in Australia. He is the mastermind behind some of Australia’s most successful musicians and currently looks after Vera Blue, Dan Sultan, Owl Eyes, Polish Club, and Disco Faith. There is so much to learn from Michael. I know this episode will bring you so much knowledge. You can follow his journey here:https://www.facebook.com/MPMGMT/ Be sure to also give us a follow: https://www.instagram.com/coachmusicpodcast/ Enjoy and don’t forget to leave a little review on whichever platform you listen!  

Sons Of The East are an indie-folk band from the Northern Beaches of Sydney, Australia. Band mates Dan Wallage, Nic Johnston and Jack Rollins have already seen their music achieve 130 million streams. The band’s motley acoustic - electric sound has become a unique and charismatic trademark. Soulful, joyous and irresistible. They were in fact our most streamed artist on our 2020 Wrapped Spotify - we can’t get enough! Be sure to check them out!The band have a lot in store for 2021 including playing at some of the largest festivals in Europe before embarking on their debut tour of North America. You can follow their journey here:https://www.instagram.com/sonsoftheeast/ Be sure to also give us a follow: https://www.instagram.com/coachmusicpodcast/ Enjoy and don’t forget to leave a little review on whichever platform you listen!

Rob Amoruso is a writer, producer, and mixing engineer based in Melbourne, Australia. Rob found huge success over in the United States with his band Jakubi. They sold-out shows across America, worked with Grammy Award-winning producers and songwriters, and they were attending the biggest parties and living the celebrity lifestyle but something didn’t quite fit for Rob. In this episode, he opened up about his battle with depression and his rebirth as a music producer with plans to start a record label. This episode is full of so much experience and wisdom that we know every one of you will gain so much from. Thank you Rob for being so vulnerable and reminding us to practice gratitude daily. You are a very special guy! You can follow his journey here:https://www.instagram.com/rob_amoruso/ Be sure to also give us a follow: https://www.instagram.com/coachmusicpodcast/ Enjoy and don’t forget to leave a little review on whichever platform you listen!

Maya Vice (a.k.a Maya Weiss) is well-known in the Melbourne music scene and is an in demand corporate singer and performer. Maya started her musical journey young with the influence from her father who had a lengthy career in the blues/jazz scene in New York. She has toured her music across the United States and has written and recorded music whilst travelling Europe. Maya Vice creates honest soul music with bass lines that make you move and vocal layers that bring a groove. Her experience on The Voice may make you re-think reality TV and if it is the right path for you if you are considering it. Much wisdom you learn from this episode. You can follow her music and journey here:https://www.instagram.com/mayavicemusic/ Be sure to also give us a follow: https://www.instagram.com/coachmusicpodcast/ Enjoy and don’t forget to leave a little review on whichever platform you listen!

Zara Jarvis is a Vocal Coach and YouTube sensation with over 20 thousand subscribers! We met Zara as a listener to the podcast and NOW she is joining us for an episode of her own. In this episode she opened up to us about her diagnosis with Multiple Sclerosis. MS is a disease in which the immune system eats away at the protective covering of nerves. This is something Zara hasn’t openly spoken about but she felt it might be time to open up and inspire others who may be struggling with a similar situation. As you will hear she always finds the silver linings and truly reminds you to make the most out of every single day.  You can follow their music and journey here:https://www.instagram.com/zarajarvismusic/  Be sure to also give us a follow: https://www.instagram.com/coachmusicpodcast/ Enjoy and don’t forget to leave a little review on whichever platform you listen!

Twin brothers Josef and Jan Prasil a.k.a, ‘Amistat’, were born in Germany and raised in Italy. They left their home to pursue a career in music and chose Australia as their destination. We spoke with Jan, one half of the brother duo, about the huge journey they have had in Australia with their music. These boys are a modern version of Simon and Garfunkle and we promise you that you will love sitting back and playing their music in your living room.  Born with the closeness and understanding that only twins could share, Josef and Jan produce a unique synergy through the use of tight knit harmonies, shaped by an honest, storytelling vocal tone. They are able to communicate their inspirations, drawn from a life on the road; infusing their sentiments, hopes, and ambitions to develop a unique and honest message through their music.You can follow their music and journey here:https://www.instagram.com/amistatmusic/  Be sure to also give us a follow: https://www.instagram.com/coachmusicpodcast/ Enjoy and don’t forget to leave a little review on whichever platform you listen!

Alec, Fred, Joseph, and John, are ‘The Brook & The Bluff’ - a Birmingham-born, Nashville-based band that has quickly become recognized by its evocative blend of vocal harmony, soulful air and 'groovitational' pull.  In this episode they shared how the once duo, Alec and Joseph, turned into 4, and how together they are building their career as an Independent band. They experienced early success on Spotify when they landed in the Canada Viral 50 playlist and ended up touring the country together.   They currently have over 550,000 Monthly listeners on Spotify and two of those monthly listeners are me AND Taylor Piggott. Tay is one of our Coaches here at Coach Music Academy and he introduced us to The Brook & The Bluff. We surprised him with scoring this interview and I invited him to co-host with meeee!  You can follow their music and journey here:https://www.instagram.com/brookandbluff/  Be sure to also give us a follow: https://www.instagram.com/coachmusicpodcast/ Enjoy and don’t forget to leave a little review on whichever platform you listen!

If you are looking for Reality TV show advice look no further. Elishia has appeared on the X Factor three times- twice in Australia and once in Malta. Most recently she appeared on ‘The Voice Australia 2019’ showcasing her power vocals as a solo artist. She is a bubble of fresh air, and good vibes and we know you will be captured by her big personality and the way she fearlessly jumps into every opportunity.Elishia has been seen in the popular girl group BEATZ who was mentored by Spice Girl, Mel B. From their success they shared the stage with popular acts Throttle, Lunchmoney Lewis, Ashton Merrygold, Thandi Phoenix, Jai Waetford and toured with Isiah Firebrace and Justice Crew. You can follow her music and journey here:https://www.instagram.com/elishiaofficial/  Be sure to also give us a follow: https://www.instagram.com/coachmusicpodcast/ Enjoy and don’t forget to leave a little review on whichever platform you listen!

Billie Kid is a dancer, vocalist, artist, producer and creative. Hailing from Southwest Sydney - Billie moved to Melbourne to pursue a new life. With a smooth style that boasts some rough edges - his voice gives a raw swagger to everything he approaches. Billie is also a professional Dancer & Visual Artist, always looking for ways to incorporate both artforms into his music composition.   In this episode Billie shared his story from being a shy teenager to reaching the top 100 on the Voice Season 9. We chatted about his experience on the show, the parallels between dancing and singing, and peeling back all the layers to discovering himself. You can follow their music and journey here:https://www.instagram.com/thebilliekid/ Be sure to also give us a follow: https://www.instagram.com/coachmusicpodcast/ Enjoy and don’t forget to leave a little review on whichever platform you listen!  

Lucy Travis, a.k.a Rya Park, is an Australian singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from Melbourne. Born in London, but raised in Singapore, she has had an interesting journey. Her music is acclaimed for its eloquent and charismatic aspects; its themes of toxic relationships, heartbreak, mental health, and melancholia.She has spent the last few years perfecting her songwriting and performing whilst playing at various venues across Melbourne. This week (October 14, 2020), she released her Single, ‘kill it now’, a song about a relationship that was too good to be true so it had to be ended to avoid getting hurt. Rya co-wrote the song with another emerging talent, Hauskey - go and give it a spin! Her debut EP ‘Lexapro’ is set for release in March 2021 - watch this space! This episode is jam packed with authentic chats. We discussed her battle with mental health and the influence music has played in her healing, the pros of having a stage name, and how she landed management. You can follow her music and journey here:https://www.instagram.com/ryapark/  https://open.spotify.com/artist/6enouLeosev4RicD8Zz9iA Be sure to also give us a follow: https://www.instagram.com/coachmusicpodcast/ Enjoy and don’t forget to leave a little review on whichever platform you listen!

We chatted to Brian McGovern, one of the lead singers from Irish trio ‘Saarloos’. The band have accumulated over 5 million plays on spotify, sold out shows all over the World, and Brian has even supported Bon Jovi!!    We spoke about how you can make it on your own as a musician, no record label needed. We dove into the bands songwriting process and how the two-piece turned into three when they dared their friend Andy to learn bass! You can follow their music and journey here:https://www.instagram.com/saarloosmusic/ Be sure to also give us a follow: https://www.instagram.com/coachmusicpodcast/ Enjoy and don’t forget to leave a little review on whichever platform you listen!

Pursuing a career in the entertainment industry can certainly be challenging. We want you to know we have got your back and you are certainly not alone! On this conversational episode we talk to Elle Murphy, a.k.a Allipha, about the real life challenges of navigating the music industry.  We talk about comparison, Reality TV, vulnerability, and our top tips on how to check in with yourself. You can follow Elle’s (Allipha) music here:https://www.instagram.com/iamallipha/ Be sure to also give us a follow: https://www.instagram.com/coachmusicpodcast/ Enjoy and don’t forget to leave a little review on whichever platform you listen!

Pierce Brothers twins, Jack and Pat, have been shaking dance floors and selling out rooms across the UK, Europe, Canada, USA and Australia since 2014. If you mention busking in Melbourne the first band name that will come to mind will be… The Pierce Brothers! These two grew a name for themselves with their irresistible energy and world class live shows. Bursting onto the scene in 2014, they began a steady journey building audiences and selling out shows all over the world, supporting artists the likes of The Cat Empire, St. Paul and the Broken Bones, to name a few. They spent 2019 touring with Tash Sultana and amongst the madness of 2020 they have been writing new music. Two of these new tracks have been released, Kanko earlier this year, and Dentist which had just dropped September 25.    We spoke to one half of the duo Pat (Jack couldn’t make the interview as he had just had his first baby!) about how they made music their career, the lessons they have learnt, and how they are making the most of 2020 with new music.  Be sure to check them out:https://www.instagram.com/piercebrothersmusic/ Be sure to also give us a follow: https://www.instagram.com/coachmusicpodcast/ Enjoy and don’t forget to leave a little review on whichever platform you listen!

Kathleen Halloran is one of Melbourne’s most in-demand guitarists. She is crazy talented and we encourage you to check her out on socials just to appreciate her skills! She is known for constantly selling out shows at the Paris Cat Jazz Club, touring China and Pacific Islands her original compositions performed under the Kathleen Halloran Trio. We chatted life, how she found herself working with Aussie Icon Kate Ceberano and the importance of being a woman in the music industry! So inspiring, so grateful for this chat! Be sure to check them out:https://www.instagram.com/kathleen.halloran.music/ Be sure to also give us a follow: https://www.instagram.com/coachmusicpodcast/ Enjoy and don’t forget to leave a little review on whichever platform you listen!

Winterbourne are a genre-defying duo consisting of James Draper and Jordan Brady - two best friends from the Central Coast of Australia. These guys have achieved so much in their career thus far, including sold-out multiple headline tours across Australia, shows abroad, and supported nationally the likes of The Rubens, Lewis Watson, Passenger and Dean Lewis. They are also absolutely hilarious and will definitely make you laugh. We spoke everything from where they started, how they found themselves catching the eye of the managing director of Universal Records (Michael Taylor), signing a massive deal at only 18 years old and lessons they have learned from touring. It was an absolute pleasure to chat with these guys, we left this convo full of so much joy and have been blaring their music since.Be sure to check them out:https://www.instagram.com/winterbourne/ Be sure to also give us a follow: https://www.instagram.com/coachmusicpodcast/ Enjoy and don’t forget to leave a little review on whichever platform you listen!

Natti Shiner is the frontwoman of Fickle Friends - an English indie pop band from Brighton. In this episode, Natti got real with us on her adventure as the front ‘person’ of a super successful band. Natti shares the highs and lows of her journey so far. From touring the UK and Europe for five years to finally signing to major label Polydor. She spoke about how her life changed from that moment and how now Fickle Friends have found their authentic selves. A great podcast for anyone who is looking to get signed and wants to understand the ins and outs of what is involved. Thankyou Natti for being so honest and sharing your adventure - we had fun!Be sure to check her and the band out:https://www.instagram.com/natticatteh/ https://www.instagram.com/ficklefriends/ Be sure to also give us a follow: https://www.instagram.com/coachmusicpodcast/ Enjoy and don’t forget to leave a little review on whichever platform you listen!

Today we are joined by one of the greatest voices of our generation: Kate Ceberano. Need we say more! Kate is a singer, songwriter, actress, musical theatre performer, and TV Personality. She is a household name here in Australia, known for writing and performing both jazz and pop music - with seven Platinum and seven Gold albums to her name. Kate has had over 35 years working in the music industry so you can imagine this conversation was really, REALLY inspiring. Kate's way of seeing the World, the way she has made it her life mission to give back to others through her creative gifts is something to be admired and we believe it is the secret to her long lasting career. Get ready to listen to this twice, make notes, and learn from one of Australia’s most recognised and respected performers. Be sure to give her a follow on Instagram: www.instagram.com/therealkateceberano Be sure to also give us a follow: https://www.instagram.com/coachmusicpodcast/ Enjoy and don’t forget to leave a little review on whichever platform you listen!

With all that is going on in the World, Vocal Coach Elle Murphy and I decided to dive into the benefits of singing and how it can help ease anxiety. We open up about our own personal experiences and hand over some helpful tips to mindful singing.  Want to get to know Elle better? Follow her musical journey @iamallipha  Plus check out her podcast, Pretentious Music People: https://open.spotify.com/show/7Ih48j28JB2C85JoSaFmNf?si=BiRhN8JSTXKs1xB-BpIF2g Say Hi - https://www.instagram.com/coachmusicpodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/coachmusicacademy/ https://www.instagram.com/alanna.deutrom/ Disclaimer: Views, information, and opinions expressed in this episode should not be taken as clinical advice. If you or someone you know needs help please contact a professional. You should seek the advice of an appropriately qualified healthcare professional before making decisions about your own circumstances. You should not disregard professional medical advice, or delay seeking it, because of any information contained on this podcast. 

Episode 54 features the legendary Rob Mills. From starting on the first season of Australian Idol to over a decade of musical theatre shows and becoming one of Australia’s most loved personalities - he has had an incredible career! Rob was so willing to share his knowledge, experience, and wisdom. In this episode we discuss what it was like being on Australian Idol, the importance of self-worth and knowing who you are, the power of storytelling, reality TV, some hot singing tips, and much more. You can check Rob out at: https://www.instagram.com/robmillsymills Be sure to also give us a follow: https://www.instagram.com/coachmusicpodcast/

Zoee Marsh, a.k.a Zoee Moves, is a Choreographer + Movement Coach. Her work is internationally recognised throughout various music videos, live shows, musicals, brand launches, TV shows and charity events. Zoe has worked with artists such as  Vera Blue, George Alice, Motez, Kite String Tangle, Essie Holt and  ALLIPHA, just to name a few. Her body of work also includes ABC Kids, Joslin, C2 Melbourne, Junior Eurovsion, and the Australian Open.. the list goes on! She has also received many international awards for her work in London, Seattle and Melbourne. Zoe is SUPER wise and we know after listening to this you will feel inspired to move your body! Make sure you follow her on Instagram and check out her incredible work: www.instagram.com/zoeemoves Be sure to also give us a follow: https://www.instagram.com/coachmusicpodcast/ Enjoy and don’t forget to leave a little review on whichever platform you listen!

Lee Harding rose to fame on Australian Idol 2005 when he finished in the Top 3. He went on to release a #1 Single and a Platinum album. In this episode he discusses being the frontman of a band, becoming a full-time muso, and his struggles of bullying. Through triumph and adversity, he keeps that famous smile on his face and positive attitude which is absolutely infectious. Lee gave us so much of his time and shared the truth behind his career including all the highs and lows. This one will hit you right in the heart. You can check Lee out on Instagram: www.instagram.com/leeharding1 Be sure to also give us a follow: https://www.instagram.com/coachmusicpodcast/ Enjoy and don’t forget to leave a little review on whichever platform you listen!

JAYDEAN is a R&B/Soul musician from Melbourne. 2019 was a busy year for JAYDEAN, touring with fellow Aussie superstars, Ruel and Kaiit, taking him throughout Europe, the UK and Australia. He also released his second single, 'Forget', and was nominated for the 2019 APRA Song of the Year for his collaboration and performance on OG LUV KUSH Pt.2 (Kaiit). He has performed alongside notable artists such as; Shawn Mendes, Thando, Billy Davis, and Sampa The Great. He just released his third single, ‘I Don't Care’, which we highly recommend you get in your ears now! We are pumped for what lies ahead for this humble and talented musician. Check him out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaydean.x Be sure to also give us a follow: https://www.instagram.com/coachmusicpodcast/

There are many avenues that you can go down to make your mark in the music industry. Today we talk about pursuing the career of a professional backing vocalist with Coach Ash Kennedy.  We cover how to get started, how to get work and hacks on harmonising. Ash shares everything she has learnt so far as a professional backing vocalist and we just got to pick her brain about it!  A great episode for people wanting to learn how to harmonise OR if you’re ready to take it to the next level.  Let us know if this was helpful, DM us at @coachmusicpodcastAsh Kennedy: https://www.instagram.com/ashkennedyk/ Coach Music Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/coachmusicpodcast/

Woodlock are a Melbourne based Alt-folk Trio who found success busking all over Australia. New Zealand-born brothers Zech and Eze Walters struck up a friendship with Bowen Purcell (drums) after moving to Australia. In search of adventure, the three traveled around the country busking, before eventually settling in Melbourne. Now signed to Nettwerk Records, the trio has been recording new music over nine months in a variety of locations – from Bowen’s garage to Homesurgery Recordings in Melbourne – and working with producers Hayden Calnin (Didirri, Harrison Storm, and a solo artist in his own right) and Jackson Barclay (Vera Blue, Winterbourne, Timberwolf). Their new music – a dynamic mix of organic, acoustic elements and electronic flourishes – is a breathtakingly candid collection of songs about heartbreak, trauma and hope. In this episode they shared how it all began, the lessons they have learnt along the way, the CRAZY success stories and the beautiful adventure they have been on together. They really opened up and touched on some of the reasons they have needed to take a break and come back bigger and stronger than ever. This is a super valuable conversation for anyone looking to build their career organically or just feel inspired to pursue music. Check them out on insta @woodlockmusic

Indie-folk singer-songwriter Harrison Storm has already amassed 160+ million combined streams on Spotify. He has made a name for himself on the road as an honest and charismatic performer with crowd-pleasing confidence, playing alongside artists such as Snow Patrol, The Paper Kites, Ziggy Alberts, and Hollow Coves. Diligently chasing his musical dream with a sense of urgency, he dropped out of university to solely devote his days to busking for tourists in Melbourne, eventually making enough to finance his 2015 debut EP Sense of Home, produced by friend Hayden Calnin. Harrison caught the attention of Nettwerk Records co-founder Terry McBride, who personally signed him after sending him a message on Facebook. Hear his story thus far and what it has taken to get where he is today. Check him out @harrisonstormmusic

I have spoken to so many people over these episodes and one person's name keeps coming up - Rae Santos. Apparently he is the biggest legend going around so obviously we had to find out if the rumours were true. We can confirm Rae is the bomb with a lot to share as a singer/songwriter. We spoke all things budgeting as a musician and how to get started from your bedroom to Spotify. Plus, we uncovered his knowledge of psychology and the powerful connection music has with our heart and mind. Thanks for sharing your story Rae, we all need more of you in our lives! See more of Rae @raesantosmusic

Tania Doko is the front woman for ARIA award winning pop duo, ‘Bachelor Girl’. Their hit song ‘Buses And Trains’ released in 1998 won ‘Song Of The Year’. 2018 marked the 20th anniversary of the ‘Buses and Trains’ release and was acknowledged by APRA as the most played Australian composition on Australian radio in the last 20 years! Tania’s songwriting and music has taken her all around the globe, she is still performing and is now a full time songwriter in Sweden. We were lucky enough to have her run a workshop with us at Coach Music Academy and learned so much from Tania. This episode is packed with wisdom, we know you’ll love it!

Why have singing lessons over teaching yourself? We thought YOLO lets throw in some educational content for you to get you thinking. In this episode, Vocal Coach/Singer-songwriter Ash Kennedy and Coach Music Founder/Vocal Coach Alanna Deutrom spoke about all the pros and cons of singing lessons and what they have learnt over the years.@alannadeutrom @ashkennedyk

We don’t only interview musicians we also interview people in the entertainment industry and if you haven’t heard of Alex Nation well you might not be following Pop culture close enough! Alex rose to fame on the Bachelor winning the fourth season here in Australia and sweeping Richie Strahan off his feet. She opened up about what life is like on a reality TV show. The ups and downs of fame and as always was super honest about every question thrown her way! Also needed to slip in there that no matter how the media portrays anyone don’t always believe it. Alex is a beautiful soul and we are so lucky we got to share an afternoon with her chatting life! Have fun listening to this one.

If you don’t follow Country music in Australia you might not know that this episode is a really big deal! We were joined by the beautiful, Rachael Fahim. Winner of 2017 Toyota Star Maker alongside past alumni such as Keith Urban, Travis Collins and Sam McClymont.  Rach has a CMC Award nomination for ‘New Artist of the Year’ under her belt as well as achieving a 19 week rampage that saw her single ‘Brake Lights’ at Number #2 on the Australian country music singles charts, Number #1 on CMC, Number #1 on Kix Country. This  made Rachael Spotify's highest streamed Australian female country artist of 2018. She currently has 94 thousand monthly listeners on Spotify and is one hard working girl. Check her out @rachaelfahimmusic on Instagram.

Carda is a songwriter and producer based in Melbourne, Australia. He has accumulated more than 4 million plays across all platforms and is racking up countless spins on commercial radio. We spoke about all things music and his big plans. Lots to learn and love about Carda - be sure to check him out on Spotify!

Are you feeling the impact of COVID-19? Are you a parent feeling the pressure of difficult behaviour at home right now? In this special episode we speak with 'Emotional Coach' and qualified practitioner in parent education Paula Crouch from GLOW parenting. Paula shares her fascinating insights into the brain so you have a better understanding of your thoughts and why as a musician (or entertainer) things might be hitting you a little harder right now. If this made your day please FOLLOW / SUBSCRIBE - new episodes weekly!

Hello 2020!  We are back and ohhh the line-up we have in store for you. First up to kick start Season 2 we have Jay Bovino, the lead guitarist, co-writer and co-founding member of Australian ARIA award winners ‘Sheppard’. I’m sure you know the song ‘Geronimo’ Jay co-wrote that song with Amy and George Sheppard.  Jay is an absolute legend and hearing the story of how Sheppard came to be, how their hit music was created and also how they remain to be independent musicians in Australia was eye opening. There is so much to learn from Jay and like most of our guests that experience success they stay as humble as ever! Enjoy.

2019 has been a massive year at Coach Music Academy. Celebrating the opening of our official studio in Frankston, located within a beautifully designed warehouse. Our coaching expanded to include Musical Theatre training, alongside our strong foundations in artist development, songwriting, and industry pathways. We were host to four workshops including 'How to Start Busking and Gigging' featuring 'The Buskers Guide' Founders, 'Harmonies' with Ash Kennedy, Elle Murphy and Hayley Noy,  'Acting' with Channel 9 star Riley Nottingham, and a 2-hour special guest workshop from Bachelor Girl’s, Tania Doko.   Our students continued to shine this year and we were proud to celebrate the success of long-time student ‘Tulliah’ as a finalist in Triple J's Unearthed High. Her first single 'Company' gained recognition, and she finished the year by supporting superstar Amy Shark. The Coach Music Podcast has garnered a loyal following of listeners and we can’t thank you guys enough for tuning in! We will be back in early 2020 to start the year with a bang and continue sharing the stories of people pursuing careers in the entertainment industry! For now, just keep kicking those goals and we will see your ears in 2020!

Abbey Stone is a singer songwriter from Melbourne, Australia. She has spent many years building her career between New York, Nashville, L.A, and Australia, writing and recording her own music as well as performing headline sets across America and Australia. In this episode we speak about life, career, challenges and everything in between plus her new Single, ‘Bad Lady’, is set to be released November 29, be sure to check it out! Instagram: @abbeystonemusic

Madison Daniel is a singer/songwriter, and actress from Melbourne, Australia. She debuted her career on Australia’s iconic soap opera ‘Neighbours’. She has since divided her time between Australia, L.A, and NewYork, pursuing her career. This episode is exploding with nuggets of gold and inspiration on how you can pursue your dreams by just being YOU - forget about other people’s opinions! Get your notepads out and take on all she has to share! Find her on Spotify and Instagram @madsdee

Dylan Burrowes is a songwriter, top-liner and producer based in Melbourne, Australia. His career to date has seen him work with artists both locally and internationally, with multiple writing credits on songs released through record labels such as Universal Australia, Spinnin’ Records and OneLove. Dabbling in solo projects before taking on his role firmly behind the scenes, his strong attention to melody and vocal production has made him a valuable asset to the artists he works with. Dylan hopes to take the leap of faith and head to L.A in the next year or two - watch this space! IG handle: @dylanburrowes

Maverick Newman is an award-winning Actor/Writer from Melbourne, Australia. He graduated from the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts better known as WAAPA in 2018 with a B.A. in Music Theatre. Maverick has already garnered 4 Green Room Award nominations for his debut one-man musical comedy “Finding Felix: A Memoir” of which he toured nationally in 2017-18. The cabaret also led to a Viceland Documentary on SBS. In 2018, after winning the ‘Julie Michael Cabaret Award’ with his so-written and co-starring cabaret ’Tis The Season…, toured the show again around Australia to sell-out crowds. He has so much to share particularly on his journey coming out of the closet and finding himself. Check him out on socials, @mavacado

Maggie Raworth is a full-time Journalist for Channel 9 and an all round awesome human being. In this episode we discussed Maggie’s story of life growing up with 4 siblings, to university and landing her dream job as a Journalist. She has much experience and in this episode you will find out how she got to where she is today and what a day in the life of a journalist looks like. Check her out on socials at @maggieraworth_9