The Hoist

Being human is complicated enough without all of life’s other scenarios we find ourselves in. But that is exactly what D’Arcy Spiller is trying to communicate through her latest album. Although life can be trying at times, it’s worth seeing through. Join Callum, Bella, and D’Arcy as they chat through the meaning of life and music, the emotional process that goes into choosing the perfect track list, and what makes an album sonically pleasing.

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What happens when the light, ‘fluttery’ voice of an angel meets a dark, intense instrumental? Genre-defying artist, Asha Ryder West, joins Callum in the studio to chat about her latest release, ‘She’s No Angel.’ Tune in to hear a discussion about the importance of juxtaposition in not just music, but also in visuals. Heard of the term “Shadow-Self”? The art of collaborating. We break that and so much more down in this episode!

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This week, we sat down with Cooee to unpack their debut album Messengers! From the
meaning behind the title to the songs that almost didn’t make the cut. It’s reflective, layered,
and deeply personal. Tune in to hear the full conversation.

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Felicity, Hilma and Madz have had an exciting start to this season, interviewing Ruby and Jack
from the Melbourne band Dacy. We chatted about their newest single ‘tell me i’m wrong’, delving
into the song and the writing process, their record label, sibling dynamics and finishing off with a
live performance! Dacy are ones to watch in Melbourne, and we’re super keen to share this
interview with you!

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Felicity, Hilma and Eleisha were joined by Melbourne-based artist LANI to chat about her latest single Worst Decision.
LANI unpacked the story behind the track, the emotions that shaped it, and how honesty
plays a huge role in her songwriting. The conversation touched on her creative process,
navigating vulnerability as an emerging artist, and what’s next as she continues carving out
her space in Melbourne’s local music scene.

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Grace & Madz were joined byPepper la Floyd, an rock powerhouse from Melbourne, delivering high-energy performances and a sound that mixes the golden era of classic rock with their own unique twist. Becoming a notable name in the Melbourne music scene Pepper La Floyd are definitely a band to keep your eye on. 

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Madz was joined by Harry and Ollie from Sydney indie pop-rock four-piece The Figs to chat
about their brand new EP Missed Calls, which dropped on New Year’s Day.
They dive into the collaborative process behind the project, the early-adulthood love stories
woven through the tracks, and how modern relationships — missed calls, being left on read and
all — shaped the EP’s themes. The boys also touch on their musical influences, the Sydney live
music scene, and what’s next for the band.

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Alice and Will sit down with Mt Gambier Band Gernze to talk about their new single, ‘Like a Dobberman’, their biggest inspirations as a band, the local Mt Gambier music scene and their upcoming plans for the future.

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Local Melbourne band Fur Blossom, come into the studio to talk about the origins of their band, their new single Goldsmith and their upcoming single launch at Nighthawks. Throughout the interview they also touch their song writing process and how they want their audience to take in their music.

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What does it mean to be a team player? How does technology affect performance? What does Big Ben symbolise? Host Callum Drage, sits down with Dan Blitzman, a core member of the Melbourne based band Dole ManChild, in a discussion that takes a deep dive into what true musicianship represents. Be sure to check out Dole ManChild’s latest hit, The Ballad of Big Ben, when it releases later this year. 

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