Reviews, Interviews and What's on in the of world Indie Music
Melbourne, Australia
The two worlds of new classical music and indie rock rarely collide and yet why? Both push the boundaries of sound, form and instrumentation. One extraordinary night at the Thornbury Theatre will see seemingly opposite […] http://media.rawvoice.com/joy_archives/p/joy.org.au/kissmyarts/wp-content/uploads/sites/187/2013/04/EPS-65-Kiss-My-Arts_podcast.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 37:35 — 34.4MB) The post Two musical worlds collide appeared first on Kiss My Arts.
Talented Sydney-based singer/songwriter Rachael Zella joins us on the show. Her music is real, emotive and deliciously colourful, and will take you on a heart-felt journey from start to finish. If you combine the storytelling […] http://media.rawvoice.com/joy_archives/p/joy.org.au/kissmyarts/wp-content/uploads/sites/187/2013/04/EPS-64-Kiss-My-Arts_podcast.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 53:55 — 49.4MB) The post Rachael Zella and The Blackbirds appeared first on Kiss My Arts.
Songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and audio engineer Daniel Bastow joins us on the show to talk about how he creates and produces all of his own music, right from his home studio. Everything you hear in the […] http://media.rawvoice.com/joy_archives/p/joy.org.au/kissmyarts/wp-content/uploads/sites/187/2013/04/EPS-63-Kiss-My-Arts_podcast.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 53:46 — 49.2MB) The post The ultimate independent artist, Daniel Bastow appeared first on Kiss My Arts.
Melbourne 6-piece weave a rare mixture of styles and sounds as the multi-instrumentalists and 3 vocalists exchange and merge tunes from whispered ballads and charming pop, to gypsy folk and dirty rock. They join us […] http://media.rawvoice.com/joy_archives/p/joy.org.au/kissmyarts/wp-content/uploads/sites/187/2013/04/EPS-62-Kiss-My-Arts_podcast.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 42:10 — 38.6MB) The post The Tiger and Me appeared first on Kiss My Arts.
Another year of the Melbourne International Comedy Festival rolls around and what better way to get into the spirit than by checking out some of the hilarious songs from our Aussie musical comedy acts, including […] http://media.rawvoice.com/joy_archives/p/joy.org.au/kissmyarts/wp-content/uploads/sites/187/2013/04/EPS-61-Kiss-My-Arts_podcast.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 22:15 — 20.4MB) The post Melbourne International Comedy Festival appeared first on Kiss My Arts.
Amy chats with Co-founder and Drummer of Silverchair, Ben Gillies about his latest solo project, “”Bento””. Amy also chats with David Myles, the director of a controversial play called “”Pornography””. A play about the obscenities […] http://media.rawvoice.com/joy_archives/p/joy.org.au/kissmyarts/wp-content/uploads/sites/187/2013/04/EPS-60-Kiss-My-Arts_podcast.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 34:46 — 31.8MB) The post Silverchair’s Co-founder / Drummer Ben Gillies’ new solo project, and a controversial play called “Pornography” appeared first on Kiss My Arts.
Melbourne’s “Blackchords” join us on Kiss My Arts for the 3rd time. These uber talented gents have been described as “the new Radiohead” and are set to release their sophomore album “A Thin Line”, which […] http://media.rawvoice.com/joy_archives/p/joy.org.au/kissmyarts/wp-content/uploads/sites/187/2013/04/EPS-59-Kiss-My-Arts_podcast.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 45:06 — 41.3MB) The post Blackchords strike again! appeared first on Kiss My Arts.
Kim Moyes (The Presets drummer/keyboardist) once said he wished someone would start an interview by telling him how much they hated his music… and that’s exactly how Amy starts the show! Quickly followed by some […] http://media.rawvoice.com/joy_archives/p/joy.org.au/kissmyarts/wp-content/uploads/sites/187/2013/03/EPS-58-Kiss-My-Arts_podcast.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 27:26 — 25.1MB) The post ARIA award winning electronic pop duo, The Presets appeared first on Kiss My Arts.
On tonight’s show, we are joined by an artist who shot to stardom alongside her brother Angus, winning 5 ARIA awards and 2 APRA Awards, as well as album of the year and single of […] http://media.rawvoice.com/joy_archives/p/joy.org.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/187/2013/02/10933.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 50:53 — 46.6MB) The post Kiss My Arts 57 (28/01/2013) appeared first on Kiss My Arts.
Diafrix have an unusual story. Both gentlemen from the hip-hop duo were African refugees. Now based in Melbourne, their music is an inspiring example of two dreamers overcoming hardship. http://media.rawvoice.com/joy_archives/p/joy.org.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/187/2013/02/10932.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 33:35 — 30.7MB) The post Kiss My Arts 56 (21/01/2013) appeared first on Kiss My Arts.
Amy brings in the new year with superstitious style, sharing a bunch of songs called “Thirteen” and throwing in some interesting facts about this supposedly unlucky number. http://media.rawvoice.com/joy_archives/p/joy.org.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/187/2013/01/10801.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 24:20 — 22.3MB) The post Kiss My Arts 54 (07/01/2013) appeared first on Kiss My Arts.
Amy counts down her top 10 songs from 2012. There are a few surprises in there with a real mix of styles! http://media.rawvoice.com/joy_archives/p/joy.org.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/187/2013/01/10789.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 19:49 — 18.1MB) The post Kiss My Arts 51 (17/12/2012) appeared first on Kiss My Arts.
The ultimate story of love is transformed by The Australian Shakespeare Company in their new and edgy production of Romeo and Juliet in the Royal Botanic Gardens. We chat with the stars and even have […] http://media.rawvoice.com/joy_archives/p/joy.org.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/187/2013/02/10925.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 35:18 — 32.3MB) The post Kiss My Arts 55 (14/01/2013) appeared first on Kiss My Arts.
Amy is blown away by the post-rock ambient sound of newcomers Beloved Elk. They treat us to some absolutely astonishing live songs, complete with cello, mandolin and drum kit! Amy also chats to award-winning jazz […] http://media.rawvoice.com/joy_archives/p/joy.org.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/187/2013/01/10684.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 47:56 — 43.9MB) The post Kiss My Arts 50 (10/12/2012) appeared first on Kiss My Arts.
“eturn to Youth join Amy in the studio for some stellar live acoustic performances. They smash out 3 live songs just for us and give us all goosebumps in the process. Amy also chats with […] http://media.rawvoice.com/joy_archives/p/joy.org.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/187/2013/01/10683.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 47:07 — 43.1MB) The post Kiss My Arts 49 (03/12/2012) appeared first on Kiss My Arts.
Amy delves into the wonderful world of film music. Starting right back at silent films at the turn of last century, Amy weaves her way through the decades, checking out the very first scores ever […] http://media.rawvoice.com/joy_archives/p/joy.org.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/187/2013/01/10646.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 29:42 — 27.2MB) The post Kiss My Arts 48 (26/11/2012) appeared first on Kiss My Arts.
Amy delves into the infectiously groovy world of Soul music and takes us on a historical journey of Soul from its origins in the 50s with Aretha Franklin, James Brown and Ray Charles to its […] http://media.rawvoice.com/joy_archives/p/joy.org.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/187/2013/01/10525.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 26:44 — 24.5MB) The post Kiss My Arts 47 (19/11/2012) appeared first on Kiss My Arts.
Feel like you want to be part of something special? Well, join the club. This episode of Kiss My Arts is all about bands that have the word “club” in their name. Amy chats with […] http://media.rawvoice.com/joy_archives/p/joy.org.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/187/2013/01/10504.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 31:16 — 28.6MB) The post Kiss My Arts 46 (12/11/2012) appeared first on Kiss My Arts.
Songs about horses on the eve of Melbourne Cup…a strange twist of luck or brilliant radio programming?? Hmmm. Lots of horsing around on this episode of Kiss My Arts with everything from Goldfrapp’s “Ride A […] http://media.rawvoice.com/joy_archives/p/joy.org.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/187/2013/01/10503.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 22:52 — 20.9MB) The post Kiss My Arts 45 (05/11/2012) appeared first on Kiss My Arts.
Amy is thrown out of her genre comfort-zone into the world of electronic hip-hop, beat-making and producing. Amy spends the hour chatting with Dyl and Adam from Melbourne’s Polo Club. http://media.rawvoice.com/joy_archives/p/joy.org.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/187/2013/01/10484.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 37:18 — 34.2MB) The post Kiss My Arts 44 (29/10/2012) appeared first on Kiss My Arts.
Amy chats with Kira Puru & the Bruise about their unique style of doom pop. They are fierce, fiery and down-right sexy. A riot of guitar licks. A rhythm section that gets so far under […] http://media.rawvoice.com/joy_archives/p/joy.org.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/187/2012/11/10432.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 39:23 — 36.1MB) The post Kiss My Arts 43 (22/10/2012) appeared first on Kiss My Arts.
Amy’s pigeon hole has been overflowing with CD’s from incredible artists and shares some gems she discovered. Amy also checks out the new theme song by Adele for the latest Bond flick Skyfall and compares […] http://media.rawvoice.com/joy_archives/p/joy.org.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/187/2012/11/10396.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 27:24 — 25.1MB) The post Kiss My Arts 42 (15/10/2012) appeared first on Kiss My Arts.
Maxi’s music is infectious, groovy and full of soul. She delights us with some gorgeous live performances from her latest EP. Yen Nyugen is the mastermind behind the folktronica outfit Mechanical Pterodactyl. Yen is a […] http://media.rawvoice.com/joy_archives/p/joy.org.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/187/2012/11/10394.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 48:50 — 44.7MB) The post Kiss My Arts 41 (08/10/2012) appeared first on Kiss My Arts.
From the delicate harmonies, sweeping strings and piano driven melodic lines of Solla Sollew to the sampling and beat-making of hip hop duo Hermitude. Solla Sollew serenade us with piano and cello live in the […] http://media.rawvoice.com/joy_archives/p/joy.org.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/187/2012/11/10384.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 45:16 — 41.4MB) The post Kiss My Arts 40 (01/10/2012) appeared first on Kiss My Arts.
Side-splitting humour from comedy duo Slow Clap. Vachel Spirason and Stephanie Brotchie join Amy live in the studio and it doesn’t take long before Vachel slips into one of his stage characters (a fiery flamencodancer) […] http://media.rawvoice.com/joy_archives/p/joy.org.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/187/2012/11/10359.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 54:26 — 49.8MB) The post Kiss My Arts 39 (24/09/2012) appeared first on Kiss My Arts.
British India join Amy live in the studio. It feels like a chat with an old friend around the BBQ on a lazy Sunday afternoon. Amy also interviews writer/director Emma LaGrutta and producer Angela Moran […] http://media.rawvoice.com/joy_archives/p/joy.org.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/187/2012/11/10358.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 44:28 — 40.7MB) The post Kiss My Arts 38 (17/09/2012) appeared first on Kiss My Arts.
Amy has a studio full of instruments in this episode of Kiss My Arts. These instruments (including saxophones!) belong to a band that will jump through your speakers and infect you with their funky rhythms. […] http://media.rawvoice.com/joy_archives/p/joy.org.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/187/2012/11/10357.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 43:25 — 39.8MB) The post Kiss My Arts 37 (10/09/2012) appeared first on Kiss My Arts.
Cat Power has released a surprisingly upbeat album called Sun. Amy reveals her thoughts on the music and the troubled past of the songstress. Jen Knight and the Cavaliers are a Melbourne band that fit […] http://media.rawvoice.com/joy_archives/p/joy.org.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/187/2012/11/10286.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 37:25 — 34.3MB) The post Kiss My Arts 36 (03/09/2012) appeared first on Kiss My Arts.
Amy gets her dance on with the Russian Ballet in this episode of Kiss My Arts. Amber Miller, an esteemed ballet dancer talks about life on the stage and her experiences of touring with the […] http://media.rawvoice.com/joy_archives/p/joy.org.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/187/2012/11/10125.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 38:45 — 35.5MB) The post Kiss My Arts 35 (27/08/2012) appeared first on Kiss My Arts.
Amy delves into the world of crowd funding, chatting with Anna Whitelaw from Pozible. So many bands that have joined Amy on Kiss My Arts have made use of this new source of music funding. […] http://media.rawvoice.com/joy_archives/p/joy.org.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/187/2012/11/9819.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 43:25 — 39.8MB) The post Kiss My Arts 34 (20/08/2012) appeared first on Kiss My Arts.