I got the chance to sit down with Rheed from Undercover Statues to chat with him about his single Cowboy Sommelier. I had the honor of recording drums on this track so was super excited how the rest of the song came together.

We talk about him writing songs in the Melbourne City vs New Zealand towns, his mysterious punk rock history and the character of the song.

Please stream the songs and let me know what you think of the episode

xoxo Lia

This month I got chat with Pet Therapy representatives and band member Ella and Ethan. One of them founded the band and both agree at the lead singer Salvador Peralta would make a great cult leader.

We get into the nitty gritty of writing an EP on a short time limit and share in the excitement about the up coming launch.

So, grab some coffee and clean the house while we chatter away.

xoxo Lia

Timestamps

3:43 Writing Process

5:52 Bring in random instruments

7:48 How did this process develope

10:59 Do limitations aid in the writing process

14:04 At Home recording

22:20 Band dedication

26:55 Salvador and friends shoutout

28:22 playing with time

37:08 Expensive gear

44:43 Do you writing with a theme in mind

47:46 Sal = cult leader

48:45 Naming the songs

51:55 Gig plug

52:56 "I wouldn't Skate" exclusive

I got the chance to chat with Tanner Keast about it upcoming single 'Invalidation'. This is his first self titled song, so I was super excited to hear what he had in store.

And he did not disappoint.

The song focuses on the struggle of being heard when you efforts to reach out for help just aren't working. The acoustic version is raw and gives so much to the energy of the song.

'Invalidation' is to be released on the 7th March. Follow the link to pre save the song.

Also follow Tanner Keast on Instagram to see announcements for the single launch and upcoming Melbourne gigs.

Let me know what you think in the comments and thanks for listening

xoxo Lia

Time Stamps:

00:45 - Intro to Tanner and his musical background

04:43 - Finding Session Musicians

11:50 - Barwon Club Single Launch Line up

14:52 - Recording and gear used

23:37 - Long song intro choice

25:48 - Putting my foot in it

26:27 - Lyric writing process

27:22 - Lyric Breakdown

30:40 - Struggles with mental health

31:43 - Lyric and guitar melody writing

34:59 - Needing to reset to make music again

35:50 - Milkman Mainer Gig

37:17 - Hiatus from Fifth Quarter and No Wakus

38:55 - First Melbourne Gig

39:56 - Gaining confidence in song writing

43:45 - Specials mentions

44:59 - 'Invalidation' Acoustic Version

Last month I got to chat with Chloe, Sage and Micheal from Honeymoon Phase about their single 'Old Socks.' A surprisingly catchy song that describes the struggle with addiction and how a temporary high isn't worth the fall.

These 3 best friends found each other through the facebook music grou and have been writing bangers every since.

Stream Old Socks and check out their YouTube channel

Thanks for listening

xoxo Lia

Timecodes

00:31 - Intro to the band

02:39 - Hero origin or villan arc?

11:06 - Halloween shenanigans

15:16 - Band Dedication

17:24 - Why name the song 'Old Socks'?

20:19 - The writing process

28:27 - Gig-itis and crowd feedback

31:23 - Do you like having a defined sound?

34:19 - Music background

40:30 - Meaning behind the lyrics

44:15 - Poetry or lyrics?

47:11 - Writing riffs

50:05 - Insperations

54:23 - Local scene

57:59 - Labour of love or flowing ink

01:00:20 - Social media presence

01:07:42 - Single art work

01:08:50 - New song in the works?

01:13:47 - Acoustic version of 'Old Socks'

This month I got to sit down with Rachel, Laura and Sarah from Operation Karma, to chat about their single ‘Monsters.’ The song addresses the topic of violence against women in Victoria and the fear that the world is filled with only monsters. When taking on such a heavy topic in a song, the challenge of advertising the song and how to best represent the band online comes to a head.

The acoustic version of ‘Monsters’ is intermate performance of the song, and provokes many emotions. Its a packed episode of laughter and serious conversations.

Their album ‘Suck it’ is out now.

Thanks for listening

xoxo Lia

Timestamps

00:57 - Band formation

10:11 - Live vs Studio Recording

19:12 - Song Composition

23:03 - Sisterly and band dynamic

27:42 - Band representation online

29:42 - Why release ‘Monsters’ now?

33:25 - New band member

38:44 - Album Recording process

48:00 - Studio as a liminal space?

49:29 - Musician vs. Social media

59:13 - Do instruments have names?

01:03:13 - Gig Rituals?

01: 07:28 - ‘Monster’ acoustic version

I got the chance sit down and chat with Henry and Nico from Left at the Avenue about their single 'Wailing'.