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Giving local music a lift! The Hoist is SYN's local music program airing Monday to Thursday between 6-8pm. With a rotating roster of hosts, we hang out and chat with new and emerging bands and artists from Melbourne and around the country. 90.7FM / SYN DAB+ / syn.org.au. The Hoist is a SYN Media Podcast.

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    SAINT VICTORIE | The Hoist with Anastasia, Maryse and Scottie

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 16:04


    Our fresh new Tuesday night crew are joined by their first in studio guest of the season! They chat to the wonderful Heidi from Naarm based alt-folk-rock group Saint Victorie about their latest release and upcoming plans!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    SALARYMEN | The Hoist with Seb and Sarah

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 14:31


    The Sydney-based pop duo, Salarymen, talk about their newly released single ‘Let Me Go’ and their upcoming album “Take It or Leave It”. Renee and Thom from Salarymen talk about how the dreamy yet surreal track ‘Let Me Go’ is placed within their forthcoming album about the trials and tribulations of long-term relationships.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHARLIE PITTMAN | The Hoist with Sarah

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 9:43


    Hailing from both Sydney and the UK, Charlie Pittman has performed on both local and international stages, and is quickly amassing thousands of followers. He’s insanely talented and we’ve got him here on The Hoist to talk to us about his new single ‘Think Later’ for his forthcoming second EP. Listen in to hear about his time writing the track in Nashville, his experience in crafting the music video, and what it was like in the music industry as a self-taught musician.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    BLONDEHOUSE | The Hoist with Seb

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 14:35


    Three piece alternative rock outfit, originated in Geelong, now Naarm-based artists have released their new track ‘Make It Cheap’. Listen back to Blondhouse talk through their musical influences, Britpop, and the Melbourne music scene. You can see them perform live at The Catfish, July 26th, promoting Dead Pretty Booking’s launch.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    MERPIRE | The Hoist with Seb and Sarah

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 14:46


    Following the release of her critically acclaimed second album Milk Pool, which has garnered plenty of praise from the industry’s top magazines and radio stations, Merpire’s here to chat with us about her upcoming tour, and what went in to making the dreamesque album, that upon listening felt as though it was a dip into the unknown, a vulnerable yet angsty experience.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    IRON MIND | The Hoist With Freya, Takee and Hanna

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2025 21:16


    Sam from iconic Melbourne hardcore band Iron Mind calls in for a chat with the Wednesday night crew, surrounding the bands killer achievements and upcoming gig!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    PLACEMENT | The Hoist With Sophie and Josh

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2025 14:17


    Josh and Sophie had a great chat with Placement about their new single Insect, the music video, how the band came together, their journey so far, and their debut album. Be sure to check it out!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    DJANABA | The Hoist with Sophie and Josh

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2025 11:34


    Sophie and Josh had the chance to chat to Djanaba off the back of her latest album release, Did I stutter? Carving out her own lane as a proud Queer Bundjalung artist, Djanaba talked about her creative music process behind the album as well as playing some of Australia’s biggest music festivals. Be sure to give it a listen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    EL TEE | The Hoist with Sophie and Josh

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2025 12:45


    Sophie and Josh had the chance to sit down and chat to Melbourne's own El Tee, ahead of her latest EP Kind Safe Cool and EP launch at the Curtin Hotel. They discussed the EP's inspiration and El Tee's music process. Be sure to check it out.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    HEVENSHE | The Hoist With Sophie and Josh

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2025 14:49


    Sophie and Josh sat down for a chat with Hevenshe, the powerhouse vocalist and songwriter making waves once again in the rock scene with her electrifying new single, "Floor Bed." Be sure to give it a listen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    THE GROGANS | The Hoist with Molly and Elisha

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 15:12


    Hosts Elisha and Molly were joined by SYN royalty on Monday nights of the Hoist, The Grogans. They sat down with Angus from the band to chat all things about their brand new album ‘Stagger’, touring overseas and their newly announced Australian and New Zealand tour coming to a city near you in August.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    ROMAINE | The Hoist with Molly and Elisha

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 13:07


    Monday night hosts Molly and Elisha were joined by Belgian born, Naarm-based indie artist Romanie in Studio. Chatting all things about her brand new single ‘Uh Oh’ as well as a stunning in studio performance with some very special gusset back up singers. Romanie also has her upcoming single launch in honour of the song on June 6 at the Merri Creek Tavern. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    MANNEQUIN DEATH SQUAD | The Hoist with Molly and Elisha

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 18:02


    Monday night hosts Elisha and Molly sat down in studio with Naarm punk-rock duo Mannequin Death Squad. Having just released their second album ‘Wise and Dangerous’ they spoke all about touring the album across Europe and here in Australia, whilst digging deep into the production and themes behind their album. Mannequin Death Squad also have an upcoming show in Melbourne at the Tote band room on the 28th of June.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    LUCKY | The Hoist with Molly and Elisha

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 10:13


    Joining Monday night hosts Elisha and Molly in the studio, Melbourne based artist Lucky dropped by to chat all things about her brand new single ‘Clover’. They spoke all things about the creation and production of the track, as well as her experience touring on the road with Dear Seattle.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    360 | The Hoist with Molly and Elisha

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 9:14


    Monday night hosts Molly and Eilsha sat down with ARIA Award-winning and multi-platinum Australian rapper 360. They spoke all things about his upcoming album ‘Out Of The Blue’ alongside his huge brand new tour of the same name. Also chatting about his brand new podcast ‘The Forthwrite Podcast’.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    THORNE | The Hoist with Molly and Elisha

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 13:08


    Monday night hosts Elisha and Molly were joined in the studio by Thorne. Having just released his brand new single ‘Honey’ they spoke all about the inspirations behind the track, its music video and the upcoming single launch at Shotkickers on Saturday 21st of June in Melbourne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    MI-KAISHA | The Hoist with Molly

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 14:06


    Molly, one of your Monday night hosts of the Hoist, was joined by Mi-kaisha.They spoke all things about her brand new release ‘Lean on You’, and her upcoming headline show at the Bondi Pavilion on the 5th of July.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    BENNY MORRELL | The Hoist with Molly

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 11:02


    Monday night host Molly was joined by rising singer-songwriter Benny Morrell from Melbourne. They chatted all things about his brand new single titled ‘Better Off Alone’, playing shows across the globe and how there is even more new music on the way from Benny very soon!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    JET CITY SPORTS CLUB | The Hoist with Josh and Sophie

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 8:19


    Josh and Sophie had a great chat with Lilla from Jet City Sports Club about their new single In Morphine, how the band came together, and their upcoming debut headline tour this June. Be sure to check it out!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    FLYNN GURRY | The Hoist with Josh and Sophie

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 15:11


    Josh and Sophie had the pleasure of chatting with Flynn Gurry about his new song Don’t Stop Dreaming, the music video and tour behind it, the evolution of his music growing up in Warrnambool, and his collaborations with big names like Joel Quartermain and Edwin White. Don’t miss out—check it out!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    BLESHU | The Hoist with Takee & Scarlett

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 12:52


    Scarlett and Takee were joined live in the studio by up-and-coming Naarm based Producer/DJ bleshu (aka Colby Cross), to discuss his journey into the project and his brand new EP 'Call It Even' (Out Now!). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    SONIC REDUCER | The Hoist with Takee & Scarlett

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 9:37


    Ahead of the release of their upcoming EP SQUEEZE, Scarlett and Takee sat down with Canberra punk outfit Sonic Reducer, to discuss what to expect from the upcoming release, their latest single NEEDLES and their Melbourne residency at Bar Open. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Good Sniff | The Hoist with Josh and Sophie

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 13:05


    Sophie and Josh had the chance to chat with Good Sniff about their latest EP, That’s It, Tiger. The band spoke about their recent East Coast tour, the energy of playing live shows, and the inspiration behind the new release. Be sure to give it a listen!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Nardia | The Hoist with Josh and Sophie

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 17:06


    Josh and Sophie had the pleasure of chatting with Nardia about her new single Is It You, as well as the music video for it, her upcoming album, and the musical influences that shape her unique sound. Be sure to check it out!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    BEAN MAGAZINE | The Hoist with Molly

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 10:16


    Monday night Host Molly was joined by the legends from Brisbane based Bean Magazine, to chat about their brand new single, endeavours touring with Ball Park Music and their upcoming EP! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    SOUR WORM | The Hoist with Freya and Takee

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 15:16


    On this episode of The Hoist, Naarm based muscian Sour Worm (aka Jasper van Daatselaar ), phoned in to discuss their brand new album Beep Beep, and the journey to its formation, from solo mixing the album to its visual aspects. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    DREST | The Hoist with Josh and Sophie

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 12:53


    Josh and Sophie had the pleasure of chatting with Drest about his new single Something 2 Kill the Time—from its beginnings as a garage jam to the finished track. They also spoke about his journey from growing up in Finley to moving to Melbourne, and the influences that shape his music. Be sure to check it out!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    FELIVAND | The Hoist with Josh and Sophie

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 18:55


    Sophie and Josh had the chance to sit down and chat with Felivand all about her latest single, Hey You, and her upcoming album, My Body My True North. From the single’s inspiration, production journey and her forthcoming album's focus. Be sure to check it out!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    THE VANNS | The Hoist with Scarlett and Josh

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 10:11


    Scarlett and Josh had the chance to chat to The Vanns about their latest single Up All Night, off the back of a massive year playing their first U.S show at the SXSW festival. They chatted all about the process behind making the latest track as well as their experiences playing live. Be sure to check it outSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    PAULINA | The Hoist with Josh and Sophie

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 12:53


    Josh and Sophie had the chance to chat to Paulina all about her latest single, Jaded. Paulina talked to us about working with beatboxer/producer Tom Thum, the process behind making the latest track and her journey into music. Be sure to check it out!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    ABOUT YESTERDAY | The Hoist with Freya

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 10:31


    This week, Annaliese from Perth Indie-rock band About Yesterday phoned in to chat with Freya about the bands brand new track 'Landline'! Don't miss this killer exclusive with one of the countries most exciting up and coming artists! Image Credit: Kiara Flanigan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    SOUTHERN RIVER BAND | The Hoist with Freya

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 13:34


    This week, Freya caught up with Southern River Band's Callum Cramer, for a killer chat about the 'band who has your back's' brand new single and upcoming tour! Image Credit: Josh LudlowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    POLISH CLUB | The Hoist with Takee and Scarlett

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 21:18


    Takee and Scarlett were lucky enough to chat with Polish Club's very own Novak & JH, about the duos brand new album Pound Cake, the creation process behind this and their touring plans for the future!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    HEIN COOPER | The Hoist With Scarlett and Josh

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 13:10


    Josh and Scarlett had the pleasure of chatting with Hein Cooper about his latest single Submarine, his new album My Own, the upcoming tour, and his musical journey from the beginning to where he is today. Don’t forget to check it out!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    THE HEART SHAPED ACES | The Hoist With Molly and Elisha

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 17:27


    Molly and Elisha were joined in the studio by Oscar from the Heart Shaped Aces. They have just released their brand new single ‘Dancing in Decay’ chatting to us off the back of their single launch at the Grace Darling.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    MAC THE KNIFE | The Hoist With Molly and Elisha

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 13:47


    Monday night hosts Elisha and Molly were joined by Bryn and Curtis from Mac The Knife, to chat all things about their latest release ‘Torn to Shreds’. Currently on tour we chatted all things about playing the track live, their experience recording the track and what we can expect from their upcoming EP.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    NEWGATE CROWD | The Hoist with Josh and Sophie

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 13:07


    Josh and Sophie were lucky enough to be joined by Newgate Crowd to chat about their new single ‘Miss You Everyday,’ how the band came together, their musical journey, inspirations, and their first-ever live show in Melbourne. Be sure to check it out!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    FOLK BITCH TRIO | The Hoist with Molly and Elisha

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 9:38


    Folk Bitch Trio is a name that is taking over the globe and Monday night hosts Molly and Elisha spoke to the band in honour of their brand new release ‘The Actor’, chatting all things about the track and the creation of its fabulous music video, as well as their upcoming shows overseas. Photo by Copper Taylor-BogaarsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CREATURE FEAR | The Hoist with Molly and Elisha

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 11:27


    Monday night hosts Elisha and Molly sat down in the studio with Cameron from Creature Fear! The band having just put out their brand new single ‘My Girl’s A Dream But She Only Loves Jesus’, they spoke all things about the track and their upcoming shows in celebration of its release.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    BRENTON THWAITES | The Hoist with Scarlett

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 21:36


    Ahead of the release of his brand new album 'Searching For The Man' multi-faceted talent Brenton Thwaites joined Scarlett for a chat about his transition from Hollywood to the world of music, his brand new releases and shows and even his love for vinyl! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    DAISY PRING | The Hoist with Scarlett

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 11:21


    On tonights episode, Scarlett was lucky enough to chat with Illawarra RNB / pop-princess Daisy Pring about her brand new track '31st of June', her shifts and experimentation with genre and her upcoming EP 'Treading Water', set to drop on the 8th of May! Image Credit: Jazel JozicSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CARDBOARD CUTOUTS | The Hoist with Freya and Takee

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 19:14


    Fresh off the release of their brand new track 'Steer' Eliot and Seb from alt rock up-and- comers Cardboard Cutouts join the Wednesday night crew for a chat about their upcoming debut album Politics and Footy Tips, set to drop on the 27th of June. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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