Hear SISTERHOOD ( @louiseavey ) and the insanely talented and wise soul that is @malihayes grace our ears for this weeks' podcast episode. We talk about spirituality, music, mindfulness, personal growth, dance and taking time off!

We talk of what we have learnt since we met some time ago (over ten years), how our lives have spiraled in different directions but how heart and soul has always been the driving force of what we do. We credit Company Fierce ( @houseofghetto_mcr / @darrenpritcharddance ) for bringing us together and for sparking our creativity to go into our respective fields, music and writing. 

As well as being a chat amongst old friends and kindred souls, it is an exploration of lives greatest teachers, learning to say no, to speak out and step back, to stop writing lists and to start your very own You day (planning my Louise day immediately!). We hope this resonates and you find some healing within this podcast episode, as now more than ever, it is needed. Remember the struggle that is happening right now, get uncomfortable and use your privilege for good, for justice, for what is right. 

What better time to announce our sisters circle collaboration with SISTERHOOD ( @sisterhoodcreativecommunity ) and The Sisters' Circle ( @the.sisterscircle ) which will take place on the 6th June at 7pm. Message us for details and to join! 🤍

#BlackLivesMatter resources

Donate ~ 

https://www.joincampaignzero.org/solutions#solutionsoverview

https://secure.actblue.com/donate/ms_blm_homepage_2019

Sign the petition ~ https://www.change.org/p/mayor-jacob-frey-justice-for-george-floyd?recruiter=1096617288&utm_source=share_petition&utm_medium=twitter&utm_campaign=psf_combo_share_initial&utm_term=psf_combo_share_abi&recruited_by_id=2943f820-a174-11ea-b563-a538d17ee3bd

George Floyd memorial fund ~ https://www.gofundme.com/f/georgefloyd

Reach out to your political representatives.

Educate yourself, read, share posts, diversify your feed, listen, learn, be an active anti-racist ally.

Hear SISTERHOOD founder Lou Avey talk to Amy Harper about their queer experiences. 

SISTERHOOD welcomes Amy Harper ( @amyharpr ); a queer artist, body painter, stylist, writer, nudist, and all round creative powerhouse! Amy is a force to reckoned with, as vulnerable and delicate, as she is strong and bold ~ she lets us into her colorful world for an evening. 

Who said date night can’t be to debate and discuss topics that relate to our queerness, polyamory, pansexuality, bullying, mental health, self love, nudism and body positivity? 🍑 

They discuss their bumpy journey to self-love and acceptance, whilst realising that showcasing their acceptance for one another is another revelation! They welcome you into an intimate conversation, whilst sipping copious amounts of wine and filled with plentiful laughter.

We delve into space - (quite literally!) whilst discussing a whole new branding and sound for Ellysse, welcoming in a whole new era of music! Stepping into the (red) light and all of her power, Ellysse enlightens us on pushing against the grain, the importance of being yourself, whilst discussing her main focus, artistry; lyricism, songwriting and music. 

We open up about what we wish our younger selves would have known and staying authentic in this new, modern world! 

Listen for how to stay connected in a time of disconnect, with Ellysse's lockdown tips.

The brand new single Something Good is now available to stream on all platforms.

John Steven Ayrton - producer, presenter and film maker. This eclectic ray of light graces our ears on episode 4 of the SISTERHOOD podcast. We talk all things queer, friendship, presenting, film making, producing, happiness and travel!

In Conversation with David Keenan 

We talk poetry, words, music, spirituality, the concept of time and surrounding over to the unknown. As we discuss how the current times have changed our creative processes, highlighting that “We don’t run the show, we are just players” 

"Tune in and plug out"to hear some words of wisdom for all writers, musicians and creative humans alike!

Love and light, 

Lou x

SISTERHOOD: Episode 2, In Conversation with Maggie Rogers

"With an air of Florence-like calm and Stevie Nicks’ confidence, Maggie Rogers is a force to be reckoned with. She sat wearing acid-green-wash jeans, holding my gaze". 

SISTERHOOD welcomes Maggie Rogers to discuss authenticity, inspiration, what living in New York is like, post-grad adulthood fog, whilst delving into "artist brain" and the difference between making your art full time, whilst overcoming the inner critic when creating.

Maggie, fresh off stage rehearsal, coffee in hand, we sat in her dressing room and chatted.

She struck me in every way authentic while oozing a certain coolness. More importantly, she has a powerful energy that shows power and femininity are not separate entities but are intertwined. 

During our chat, Maggie was confident, self-aware and, dare I say it again, authentic. On being branded as such, she wondered, “What does that mean, I’m so myself? There is no persona, no gimmicks”. 

Maggie should, of course, be branded authentic. She is just continuing to be herself, in an ever-changing music world, while navigating the confusing, foggy post-grad state, like so many of us are. 

Asking about being a role model to young girls she replied “It’s so much cooler to make something you like and say if you don’t like it. If you do like it, that’s cool too, come to my concert and we can dance together”. The rawness of these words seeped through as I was reminded of my own views of creativity and living life to the fullest.

This was a take away feeling after seeing Maggie live, with it being one of the most enjoyable shows I have ever been to. Rogers, performing as an uncensored version of herself in every way, meant I could let go of my inhibitions and enjoy the show in a new way too. I felt myself dancing more freely, singing louder and being a rawer, unfiltered, happier version of myself. 

I looked around at the smiling, swaying crowd, and they were doing just the same.

I hope Maggie's intricate musings on creation, art and growing up throughout life, resonates with SISTERHOOD listeners!

Love and light,

Lou x

Welcoming the main inspiration behind SISTERHOOD, the myth, the legend, the original sister, the legend that is.. LAURA!

Listen to us talk about the kindness, acceptance, togetherness, the Kardashian sisters and the 'BLT' community ;) 

Enjoy! I hope you find something that resonates,

Love and light,

Lou x