In this episode of Band Banta I caught up with the wonderful effie isobel! ✨

effie isobel is a dream pop artist from Kaurna/Adelaide who just released their debut EP ‘Libra Rising’.

Something I really love about effie is how much effort they put into creating a world behind each single and release. Which is why, we did a special arts and crafts session making a ‘Libra Rising’ mood board!

effie is also taking the EP on a debut Australian headline tour heading to Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide!

https://www.effieisobel.com/shows

In this episode of Band Banta, I catch up with Jett and Orlando from PASH before they head to BIGSOUND 2026!

PASH are a four-piece indie-rock band from South Australia, who have been likened to INXS and The 1975. They've been capturing people's attention around the globe, with their recent EP amassing over 1 million streams and joining major festival lineups like Spilt Milk.

If you're heading to BIGSOUND, make sure you catch one of their showcases!

PASH

Stream: https://drop.cobrand.com/d/PASH/listen

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pash.theband/

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In this episode of Band Banta, I chat with Johnny Took, guitarist and songwriter of the Australian band DMA's.

After a three-year break, DMA'S returned, releasing their self-titled fifth studio album in August 2026. As Johnny explains throughout the interview, the album goes back to the DIY roots of DMA'S, and includes some familiar sounds fans have got to know and love.

During the chat, Johnny shares some insights into the creation of the album, including their experience writing in Nashville and self-producing the majority of the record.

DMA'S the album is out now, and you can also catch the band live around Australia this November on tour and at Spilt Milk. https://www.dmasdmas.com/

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In this episode of Band Banta, I catch up with Adelaide indie-rockers, The Hazys!

I last caught up with The Hazys back in 2024, when they were the third guests on Band Banta. Since then, the band has released their debut EP, traveled Australian on multiple headline shows, and opened for a bunch of amazing acts!

Throughout our chat, we talked about their return to releasing and their latest singles, diving deeper into their most recent track 'Olive'.

Excitingly, The Hazy also shared some major inside scoop on their upcoming project!

Make sure you follow The Hazys on Instagram to stay up to date with the super secret project (IYKYK): @thehazysadl

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In this episode of Band Banta, I catch up with Loki Liddle, the frontman of Selve, one of Australia's most exciting indie alt-pop bands!Last year, Selve released their debut album 'Breaking Into Heaven', and now it's time to escape with their follow-up EP, 'Breaking Outta Heaven'. During my chat with Loki, he shares the process of creating the EP and the band's experience writing the tracks in the UK and recording in the iconic Abbey Road Studios. Loki also dives into the hero track 'Run Boy Run', and how the track evolved into the electro-pop we hear today. Check out the new Selve EP if you haven't already, and grab tickets for their upcoming tour, or catch them at the following festivals: Rolling Sets (NSW & QLD), NYE on the Hill (VIC), and Ocean Sounds (VIC).

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In this episode of Band Banta, I catch up with Brisbane indie-rock outfit Tear Drive while they’re on the road for their first-ever interstate tour supporting The Jungle Giants!

We chat about the band’s origins as childhood friends, their journey breaking into Brisbane’s music scene, and the release of their debut EP, Face To Face. The band also reflects on the songwriting process behind the record, what they learnt while creating it, and why the EP is best experienced from start to finish.

We also dive into life on tour, their first experiences playing larger stages and interstate crowds, the biggest “pinch me” moments so far, and what the band has in store for the rest of the year.

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In this episode of Band Banta, I catch up with Dean Hanson to learn more about his solo project, Zeano.

You may recognise Dean as the guitarist of Ball Park Music; however, earlier this year, Dean released his first single under the moniker 'Zeano', and later released his debut album in April.

During this chat, Dean and I dive into his debut album 'Window Seat, Always', and how creating a solo album was vastly different from creating an album in a band. Dean also shares some insights into the catalyst for releasing solo music and why now felt like the right time.

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In this episode of Band Banta, I catch up with WA indie-rockers Lazy Haze while they are in Adelaide for their debut show opening for Mid Drift!

It's a chaotic and bubbly chat, where we dive into the history of Lazy Haze, how the band has evolved, and the effects of having a song reach 4 million streams.

We also chat about their live show, and the band shares some of their favourite memories from the tour so far. They also hint at an exciting project in the works, and allude to an upcoming headline tour!

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In this episode of Band Banta, I catch up with Melbourne-based, Filipino-Ghanaian artist and producer, Jewel Owusu!

During the chat, I learned more about Jewel and her journey into music, her recent project 'blurryeyed', and how living around the world has influenced her sound.

Excitingly, Jewel is playing a show at Palais Theatre - Foyer Stage, as part of the Next On initiative! So we also had a chat about the upcoming show and why initiatives like Next On are important for emerging artists.

Catch Jewel Owusu Live at Palais Theatre – Foyer Stage on Friday, 12 June. TICKETS

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In this episode of Band Banta, I catch up with Will Lintott, the frontman of alt-rock trio Polly.

Polly have just released 'Doubt', their first single of 2026, and it marks the beginning of a new era for the band, as they gear up to release their sophomore EP later this year.

During the chat, Will shares some insights around the recording of the track and how this darker, more intense sound can be expected throughout the whole forthcoming EP. Will also breaks down the music video that accompanies 'Doubt', and explains how the imagery helps to enhance the lyrics.

'Doubt' is out now, and the band plans to release their EP, 'Maybe', midyear!

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