Women Who Rock

BRUX is a Brooklyn-based Australian producer, who just released an EP called “Badboi” (www.bruxworld.com). We discussed walking through Vinegar Hill, embracing authenticity and non-fungible tokens. Listen to the latest EP ‘Badboi' here: https://gyro.to/85718BADBOI

Darby is an Australian singer-songwriter who has just moved from Sydney to Melbourne (www.facebook.com/darbymusicaus).We spoke about the importance of new beginnings, the vibe of gigs in Melbourne and remote recordings.Listen to Songs from Alpha House vol. 2 here:https://darby1.bandcamp.com/album/songs-from-alpha-house-vol-2

Dulcima Showan is a vocalist / violinist in a five piece called Coco and the Butterfields, as well as the owner and designer at sustainable fashion label Dulcima (www.dulcima.co.uk/).We spoke about touring through the snow season, the impact of Vivienne Westwood and a new approach to sustainable fashion.

Hannah Buchanan is a Scottish-born landscape artist who now resides in Kent in South East England.We spoke about painting in a greenhouse, the difference between museum art and commercial art, and the importance of stillness.Check out Hannah's work here: www.hannahbuchanan.comHannah wanted to add that she thinks this is the best job ever and would encourage anyone tomake the leap and start a creative business. It can be challenging and all consuming, but each small achievement is so special and rewarding. She wouldn't change it for the world!Music for this podcast is from darby: https://darby1.bandcamp.com/track/at-the-beach-explicit

Kyrie Anderson is a freelance drummer based in Adelaide who plays in many musical projects (www.facebook.com/kyrieandersonmusic).We spoke about the link between yoga and drumming, forming an experimental jazz quartet in Banff and the impact of AFL on South Australian politics.Listen to the album from AURA here:https://aurasaura.bandcamp.com/album/auraListen to the isolation improvisation collective here:https://isolationimprovisationcollective.bandcamp.com

Renee de la Motte is half of the harmony-driven Sydney two-piece Salarymen (www.facebook.com/Salarymenband)We spoke about learning an instrument on the job, Japanese business culture and the federal government.Listen to the song ‘Fine' here:https://salarymen.bandcamp.com/track/fine

Bree Tranter is a singer-songwriter from Adelaide (www.facebook.com/breetrantermusic).We spoke about the struggles of musical relationships, retreating from international touring and seashells.Watch the video for ‘Keyboards & Conversations' here:youtube.com/watch?v=VhUopXjVyo4

Library Siesta is a Sydney five piece indie rock band (www.facebook.com/librarysiesta).I was joined by Bre, Georgia and Eva of the band to chat about the accessible arts grant, the refreshing air of live gigs and four stringed guitars.

Kaylene Milner plays in Sydney band Loose Fit, as well as running a knitwear label called Wah Wah.We spoke about superfine Merino wool, linking up with a UK label and the cost of sustainable fashion.Listen to the Loose Fit EP here:https://loosefit.bandcamp.com/releasesCheck out Kaylene’s knitwear brand ‘Wah Wah’ here:www.wahwahaustralia.com

Eve Lande is a guitarist and songwriter in both Imperial Broads and Reality Instructors.We chatted about new Imperial Broads music, Accessible Arts funding and custom built guitars.Watch the video for the new Imperial Broads single 'Unromantic' here.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RWSivUPuBpk

IMI is a songwriter and prolific backup vocalist who is now embarking on an individual project (heyimi.bandcamp.com).We discussed the underappreciated importance of backup vocals, writing Italian lyrics and the profound impact of grieving.

Darby is a prolific Sydney musician who has released two albums since the beginning of the pandemic (www.facebook.com/darbymusicaus).We discussed the split album Darby made with Pan-Pacific Grand Prix during the lockdown, the value of live music and the unspoken power of chairs.Listen to Darby’s music here:https://darby1.bandcamp.com/

Suzie Stapleton is an alternative rock artist, born in Sydney and now residing in Brighton, UK (www.suziestapleton.com).Suzie and I discussed channeling the darkness, capturing a pulse and the fiscal ramifications of Brexit.Listen to We Are The Plague here:https://suziestapleton.bandcamp.com/album/we-are-the-plagueWatch the video for ‘We Are The Plague’ here:www.youtube.com/watch?v=KfAWMNaWLBc

Lucy Francesca Dron is a singer songwriter from Brisbane (www.facebook.com/lucyfrancescadron).We spoke about her musical evolution, the fear of missing out on gigs and retreating to the studio.Watch the video for What is Next? here:www.youtube.com/watch?v=gAiE7swGeLU

Tessa Dillon leads Wellington’s folk rock trio, Mystery Waitress (www.facebook.com/mysterywaitress).We chatted about bathroom acoustics, the local scene in Wellington and birdbaths.Listen to the debut Mystery Waitress album ‘Nest’ here:https://mysterywaitress.bandcamp.com/album/nest

Ida Lune is an avant folk trio hailing from Wellington, New Zealand (www.facebook.com/idalune). Their debut, self-titled album has just been released on Home Alone Music.We spoke about the dark undertones in their album, vocal harmonies as an instrument and performing in a cemetery after dark.Listen to Ida Lune's debut album here:idalune.bandcamp.com/

Brooke Singer both co-runs Wellington-based record label Home Alone Music (www.homealonemusic.co.nz) and fronts New Zealand dream pop outfit French For Rabbits (www.frenchforrabbits.bandcamp.com).We spoke about improvising during troubled times, supporting niche musical styles and the political landscape in New Zealand.Watch the video for ‘The Tunnel’ here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rvU4rh2uTOQ

Helena Massey is a Sydney songwriter who has just released an album called Brothers Puffins & Half Skulls.We spoke about dealing with grief, a yearning for your ancestors and pot plants.Listen to Brothers Puffins & Half Skulls here:https://helenamassey.bandcamp.com/

Caitlin Harnett & The Pony Boys are an Americana-infused folk act from Sydney.I spoke with Caitlin Harnett about the first gig back at The Lansdowne, re-ignited creative pursuits and The Tamworth Hotel.You can listen to Caitlin Harnett & The Pony Boys here: https://caitlinharnett.bandcamp.com/Also, listen to music from Maxim Skilbeck-Porter, who sadly passed away:https://maxsporter.bandcamp.com/

Jess Dale is a Sydney singer/songwriter who spans country, blues and Americana (www.facebook.com/jessdalemusic).We spoke about growing up with great music, our perception of climate change during the pandemic and breaking a live music drought.

Amy Viola uses a loop pedal and a viola to make her own indie folk music (www.amyviola.com/).We spoke about pivoting during COVID 19, the difference between classical and contemporary performance and musical mindfulness.

Melanie April is an indie folk singer songwriter from Wollongong (www.facebook.com/mel.april.music).We spoke about jumping head first into phone-based videos, Japanese rock and the plight of some ants.Link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1WKEDqBBZqYr2uZCnks636-7WFs_DCopr?usp=sharing

Hannah Park is a Wollongong-based folk artist (www.facebook.com/parkhannahmusic).We spoke about Peppermint Tea, the allure of nature and the first gig back after lockdown.

ELSKA is a Gold Coast pop artist who is unlocking the power of the harp using loop pedals (www.elskamusic.com).We spoke about the intricacies of the harp, playing 1000 wedding gigs and the everlasting reach of Oprah Winfrey.

Streamed Shakespeare is an online project live streaming Shakespearean plays (www.facebook.com/StreamedShakespeare). I spoke with actors Holly Champion and Chiara Osborn, who are the artistic director and social media manager of Streamed Shakespeare.We spoke about using technology to portray Shakespeare’s works, a new kind of feedback and unrelated brushes with the law.You can livestream Streamed Shakespeare performances every Sunday at 2pm (Sydney time) - www.facebook.com/StreamedShakespeare

Lisa Caruso is a Sydney singer/songwriter who has had a hot run of singles, and is in the process of releasing her debut album (www.facebook.com/lisacarusomusic).We spoke about the role of independent musicians in the current altered state, online streaming platforms and performance isolation.Watch the video for ‘Dream Lover’ here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fZ0ngNn4jDw

Rose Muller fronts Melbourne’s glitter pop outfit Biond (https://www.biond.com.au).We spoke about the strength of relationships in a technology-driven world, the economics of live streaming and hidden treasures in isolation.Watch the video for ‘TFW’ here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=OpSl44xBAjk

Claire Simpson is the singer and guitarist of grunge/dream pop project The Astrals (www.facebook.com/theastralsband).We spoke about the uniquely troubled times, chasing simplicity and Bruce Springsteen collaborations.

Hedy Blaazer are an alternative folk duo (www.facebook.com/hedyblaazer).We spoke about the fringes of jazz, understanding old lyrics in new light and the joys of violin in folk musicWatch the video for ‘A Happy Song’ here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=amn2yoPn1YU

Brittany Maggs is a Sydney pop artist who draws on a wide range of musical styles (www.brittanymaggs.com).We chatted about the sanctity of the recording studio, underwhelming tattoo experiences and her return to Australian shores.

Ingrid Oram is the singer/guitarist in new Sydney trop pop band Imperials (www.facebook.com/ImperialsMusic).I spoke with Ingrid about ‘trop pop’, percussion vibes and finding samples on Splice.Watch the video for ‘Carolina’: www.youtube.com/watch?v=hUWyUlxVrX0

Josephine Vander Gucht is an integral half of British alt pop duo Oh Wonder (www.ohwondermusic.com).Josephine dropped by the 2ser studios to discuss embracing your own agency, recording in a garden shed and Steinway-based tragedies.Watch Oh Wonder’s video for ‘Happy’: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yeXie1Fhcdk

Bonnie Kay leads the jazz/blues infused 6-piece Bonnie Kay and the Bonafides (www.facebook.com/BKandTheBonafides)We chatted about the art of staining glass, Bonnie Raitt and furniture making.

Rosie Meader leads Sydney’s jazz-infused Rosie Meader Trio (www.rosiemeadertrio.com).We spoke about entering the studio at a young age, tuning into a crowd and the Olympics of the future.

Fetherstone is an electro-pop project from now Sydney-based musician Briana Cowlishaw (www.fetherstone.com).We spoke about and the fragility of existence, Bri’s grandmother’s etching techniques and coping with lonelinessListen to the new Fetherstone single ‘Jackson” here:https://songwhip.com/song/fetherstone/Jackson

Stephanie Gray is an illustrator who runs her own business called Erlenmeyer.We spoke about the world she has created with her art, coupling African animals with appropriate musical instruments and sustainable practices in the small business world.You can view all of the Erlenmeyer art here:https://erlenmeyer.com.au/discount/2serNOTE: This URL already has a discount code applied, the price of any items will be reduced by 20% when you go to the check out.

Sydney artist Darby is a songwriter, producer, animator and visual artist (www.facebook.com/darbymusicaus).We spoke about her prolific output, living in a creative collective and giving each single its own voice.https://darby1.bandcamp.com/

Olga Solar is an indie-pop artist who has just released a new single called ‘Actor’ (www.olgasolar.com/).We spoke about the electric mandolin, a musical transition and delayed appreciation.

Sydney’s Annie Hamilton is a multi-faceted artist; she is a musician, graphic designer and clothing designer (www.facebook.com/anniehamiltonmusic).We spoke about the need for sustainable clothing in 2019, her creative Icelandic getaway and The Year of the MonkeyWatch the video for ‘Kitchen’ here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pZVrl4mPnOcSee her clothing designs here: https://www.instagram.com/equinox.byanniehamilton/

Rya Park is a Melbourne-based soul/rock singer, who dropped by Sydney on the back of her latest single ‘Bitch’ (https://www.facebook.com/ryaparkmusic).We spoke about embracing vulnerable moments, the contrasting styles explored in her music and the everlasting allure of punk rock.Watch the video for ‘Bitch’ here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9mSIH1GompE

Salt and Steel are a blues and roots two-piece, inspired by riffs and the universe in equal measures (www.facebook.com/saltandsteelmusic).We spoke about performing off the beaten track, searching for a sound and playing with drum triggers.

Hannah Matysek is a singer songwriter (www.facebook.com/hannahmatysek)We spoke about listening audiences, Patti Smith’s writing style and the honest struggles of being a singer songwriter.