Dayglow is our guest today! The Texan songwriter and producer came out strong during the pandemic with the viral hit 'Can I Call You Tonight', and has continued to garner praise for album releases such as Fuzzybrain and Harmony House. Later this week, he's releasing his third studio record People In Motion. In today's episode, we're speaking with Dayglow about how LCD Soundsystem influenced this new record, his songwriting craft, whether we'll ever see an acoustic album from him, and we discuss the beloved Australian tradition of the shoey. You can buy the vinyl of People In Motion here.Dayglow: Instagram / Facebook / SpotifyThanks again to Dayglow for his time. We also want to give a special shout out to Thomas & Liv from Positive Feedback for their assistance with this episode.You can help follow and support here: TSIY Insta / TSIY FB / TSIY TikTok / TSIY Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're talking birdwatching and Missy Higgins on the pod today with Ruby Gill! The South African raised, Melbourne based singer and songwriter has garnered praise from all over the world (NME, The Independent, KRCW, BBC 6) for her music, which is intimate, truthful and witty all at the same time. Earlier this month, she released her stunning debut record I’m gonna die with this frown on my face. In today's episode, we're speaking with Ruby about how songs hold different interpretations for others, her songwriting craft, the best way to organise a bookcase, Missy Higgins and touring Australia.You can buy the vinyl of I’m gonna die with this frown on my face here.You can listen to Ruby Gill here.Ruby Gill Instagram: @rubygillRuby Gill Facebook: @rubygillThanks again to Ruby Gill for her time. We also want to give a special shout out to Alyse from Aanthologies for her assistance with this episode. You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's been 20 years since the release of Polyserena, and we're joined by original george front-man Tyrone Noonan. The brilliant debut record landed at Number 1 on the charts and catapulted both Tyrone and sister Katie Noonan into the public spotlight. To celebrate the 20th anniversary, the sibling duo is hitting the road to play Polyserena in full! In today's episode, we're speaking with Tyrone about how unique the record was in 2002, how the industry has changed since then, and touring with family once again.You can pre-order the vinyl of Polyserena here.You can listen to george here.Tyrone Noonan Instagram: @tyronenoonanKatie Noonan Instagram: @katienoonanTyrone Noonan Facebook: @tyronenoonanKatie Noonan Facebook: @katienoonanThanks again to Tyrone Noonan for his time. We also want to give a special shout out to Nicole and Vanessa from Revolutions PR for their assistance with this episode. You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

UK indie rock band The Amazons are joining us on the pod! After having their last two records debut in the Top Ten in the UK Charts, The Amazons locked themselves away with Jim Abbiss (Arctic Monkeys, Adele) for the follow-up. Earlier this month, they returned with the brilliant 'How Will I Know If Heaven Will Find Me?'. In today's episode, we're speaking with frontman Matt Thomson about their hook-laden music, working with Maggie Rogers, and when we'll see them in Australia next.You can buy How Will I Know If Heaven Will Find Me? here.You can listen to The Amazons here.The Amazons Instagram: @theamazonsThe Amazons Facebook: @theamazonsThanks again to Matt Thomson and The Amazons for their time. We also want to give a special shout out to Louvel from Virgin Music Australia for her assistance with this episode. You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jesswar is living big on the pod today! The Fijian Australian rapper, known for hits like 'BAD LIKE RIRI' and 'FELL IN LOVE', are dropping their debut mixtape later this week, entitled LIFE'S SHORT, LIVE BIG. In today's episode, we're speaking with Jesswar about expanding their sound for this mixtape, how nostalgia plays into their music, touring Australia, and we discuss the music of Remi Wolf.You can buy LIFE'S SHORT, LIVE BIG here.You can listen to Jesswar here.Jesswar Instagram: @jesswarThanks again to Jesswar for their time. We also want to give a special shout out to Liz from PIAS Australia for her assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What So Not is once again joining us on the pod! The electronic music songwriter and producer is well-loved around the globe and has collaborated with artists such as Daniel Johns, Killer Mike, and DMAs. We're very lucky to have him on the pod, as today he's releasing his brilliant second record Anomaly. In today's episode, we're speaking with Christopher Emerson (aka What So Not) about the sonic growth on this second record, how his creative process works, DJ-ing at a fan's house party, and why he and I spoke a few times over the last week.You can buy Anomaly here.You can listen to What So Not here.You can find watch his Tomorrowland set here.What So Not Instagram: @whatsonotWhat So Not Facebook: @whatsonotThanks again to What So Not for his time. We also want to give a special shout out to Emily from On The Map PR for her assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After multiple requests to get her on the pod, we're finally chatting with Meg Mac today! The much-loved singer and songwriter is returning after a three-year break with her third studio record, entitled Matter of Time. In today's episode, we're speaking with Meg about why a break was needed, working with songwriters/producers like PJ Harding and The Donuts (SZA, Kendrick Lamar), and whether we can expect to see her on tour soon (hint: we can).You can buy Matter of Time here.You can listen to Meg Mac here.You can find her on tour here.Meg Mac Instagram: @megmacMeg Mac Facebook: @megmacThanks again to Meg Mac for her time. We also want to give a special shout out to Mariam from EMI Music Australia for his assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Anchorage-based singer and songwriter Quinn Christopherson is our guest on the pod. Having rose to fame in 2019 after winning NPR's Tiny Desk Contest, Quinn this week is showing us that good things come for those who wait and is releasing his debut record 'Write Your Name In Pink'. It is a beautiful record, which touches on community, family, and reflections on both good and bad experiences around him. In today's episode, we're speaking with Quinn about his beautiful songwriting craft, touring with Julien Baker and Angel Olsen, how Uncle Cracker helped shape his musical perception. and we discuss his arresting debut record.You can buy Write Your Name In Pink here.You can listen to Quinn Christopherson here.Quinn Christopherson Instagram: @quinnchristophersonQuinn Christopherson Facebook: @quinnchristophersonThanks again to Quinn Christopherson for his time. We also want to give a special shout out to Liz and Kyle from PIAS Australia for his assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

YNG Martyr is the next big thing in Australian hip-hop, and he's on the pod today! Based in Canberra, the rapper/producer/songwriter currently has over 66 million streams for his track 'Nike Ticks' which soundtracked numerous memes and TikTok in 2019. Last week, he signed to Warner Music Australia and released his brand new single "IT HAPPENED". In today's episode, we're speaking with YNG Martyr about how gaming got him into music, his creative process, and he details his plans for global domination.You can listen to YNG Martyr here.You can catch him on tour here.YNG Martyr Instagram: @yngmartyrYNG Martyr Facebook: @yngmartyrThanks again to YNG Martyr for his time. We also want to give a special shout out to Emilie, Caitlin and Erin from Warner Music Australia for his assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Montaigne joins us on the pod today! The Sydney-based singer-songwriter recently dropped their brilliant 3rd record 'Making It!', which sees the brilliant musician having some fun with David Byrne (Talking Heads) and delving into hyper-pop. In today's episode, we're speaking with Montaigne about their creative process, songwriting about aliens on earth, cold emailing David Byrne, and taking this record out onto the road.You can listen to Montaigne here.You can buy Making It! here.You can catch them on tour here.Montaigne Instagram: @montaigneMontaigne Facebook: @montaigneThanks again to Montaigne for their time. We also want to give a special shout out to Nick from Sony Music Australia for his assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We've got our best rhinestone boots on today because Isabella Manfredi is our guest! The acclaimed singer and songwriter has been tearing up the Australian music scene for over a decade now. Having only recently left indie band The Preatures and forged her own path to a solo career, she's celebrating today with the release of her first solo record, entitled Izzi. In today's episode, we're speaking with Isabella about stepping out on her own, weird recording sessions in Berlin, and how Atomic Kitten plays into the sound of this record.You can listen to Isabella Manfredi here.You can buy Izzi here.You can catch her on tour here.Isabella Manfredi Instagram: @isabellamanfrediIsabella Manfredi Facebook: @isabellamanfrediThanks again to Isabella Manfredi for her time. We also want to give a special shout out to Maree from Island Music Australia for her assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Heavy rock legends The Butterfly Effect are back and join us on the pod today! The Brisbane-based heavy rock outfit was extremely popular throughout the late 90s and 00's and left us hanging with their last studio record back in 2008. After 14 long years, they're now returning this Friday with a brand new album, entitled IV. In today's episode, we're speaking with frontman Clint Boge about the long break between records, how their songwriting has evolved, and returning back to the road after COVID.You can listen to The Butterfly Effect here.You can pre-order IV here.You can catch them on tour here.The Butterfly Effect Instagram: @thebutterflyeffectThe Butterfly Effect Facebook: @thebutterflyeffectThanks again to Jake Taylor & The Butterfly Effect for their time. We also want to give a special shout out to Fiona from On The Map PR for her assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fresh from the road, we're joined by Jake Taylor from In Hearts Wake! The metalcore band from Byron Bay has always been environmentally conscious and showcase how important it is to them with their new documentary Green Is The New Black and its subsequent soundtrack. They're now taking these songs onto the road and putting some of those eco-friendly practices into good use. In today's episode, we're speaking with frontman Jake Taylor about where the idea for their brilliant documentary came from, the climate crisis that Australia's music industry faces, and jamming with plants.You can listen to In Hearts Wake here.You can find more information on their documentary Green Is The New Black here.You can catch them on tour here.In Hearts Wake Instagram: @inheartswakeIn Hearts Wake Facebook: @inheartswakeThanks again to Jake Taylor & In Hearts Wake for their time. We also want to give a special shout out to Layla from Scrabble PR for her assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alexander 23 jumps on the pod today! The American singer, songwriter, and producer has been touring around the world this year as part of John Mayer's Sob Rock 2022 tour and has just finished a run of shows in Australia with AJR. Having released a few EPs over the last few years, and working on Olivia Rodrigo's SOUR record, Alexander 23 finally blessed us with his brilliant debut record last month, which is entitled Aftershock. In today's episode, we speak with Alexander 23 about why it was important for him to take his time with this record, what he learned from John Mayer on tour, whether he prefers producing over songwriting, and we discuss the music of Maggie Rogers.You can listen to Alexander 23 here.You can buy Aftershock here.Alexander 23 Instagram: @alexander23Alexander 23 Facebook: @alexander23Thanks again to Alexander 23 for his time. We also want to give a special shout out to Laura & Sam from Universal Music Australia for their assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're thrilled to say Bartees Strange is our guest today! The genre-bending indie musician has spent 2022 touring around the world with artists like The National and Phoebe Bridgers, and he also might have released the years best record in the form of his second studio record Farm to Table. In today's episode, we speak with Bartees about his upbringing with music, the lack of diversity within the indie rock scene, and discuss his time working within the Obama administration (before he gave it all up to be an indie rock star).You can listen to Bartees Strange here.You can buy Farm to Table here.Bartees Strange Instagram: @barteesstrangeBartees Strange Facebook: @barteesstrangeThanks again to Bartees Strange for his time. We also want to give a special shout out to Sweetie & Jess from Remote Control Records for their assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a turn of good news, we've got Kat Edwards on the pod! The Tassie indie singer-songwriter started songwriting in her teens (she's now 22), and has spent the first half of the year touring around the country with Ms. Gretta Ray. Last week saw the release of her brilliant second EP, entitled Best Bad News. In today's episode, we're speaking with Kat about the evolution of her songwriting, expanding her artistry outside of music, and the slightly twisted music video of hers that involves puppet murder.You can listen to Best Bad News here.You can watch the video here.Kat Edwards Instagram: @katedwardsKat Edwards Facebook: @katedwardsThanks again to Kat Edwards for her time. We also want to give a special shout out to Shari from Great Company Collective for her assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

WAAX join us on the pod! The Brisbane based grunge rock band are back and stronger than ever with their brand new second record, entitled At Least I'm Free. The new record see's the band pushing their sonic boundaries while still maintaining their original roots, and has them once again working with the winning combination of Bernard Fanning and Nick DiDia. In today's episode, we're speaking with front-woman Maz DeVita about the evolution of the bands sound, working with Linda Perry (4 Non Blondes) for this new record, and returning to playing live shows.You can buy At Least I'm Free here.You can listen to WAAX here.You can catch WAAX on tour here.WAAX Instagram: @waaxWAAX Facebook: @waaxThanks again to Maz and WAAX for their time. We also want to give a special shout out to Thomas from Positive Feedback for his assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Global pop sensation Lauv is our very special guest on the pod! The multi-instrumentalist singer-songwriter has found fame with singles like 'I Like Me Better', 'i'm so tired', and 'f*ck, i'm lonely', and has worked with artists like BTS, Troye Sivan & Anne-Marie. Across all streaming platforms, he's amassed over 11 billion streams and he's about to add some more with the release of his brand new record All 4 Myself. In today's episode, we're speaking with Lauv about using meditation to help songwriting, relinquishing control when it comes to producing, and whether we can expect to see him in Australia any time soon.You can buy All 4 Myself here.You can listen to Lauv here.Lauv Instagram: @lauvLauv Facebook: @lauvThanks again to Lauv for his time. We also want to give a special shout out to Louvel from Virgin Music Australia for her assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Indie rock royalty joins us on the pod today, as our guests are Emily Haines and Jimmy Shaw from Metric! The Canadian indie-rock icons have been at it for over 20 years, winning both hearts and JUNO awards along the way. After letting go of what they could not control over the last 18-24 months, they recently released their brilliant eighth studio record Formentera. In today's episode, we're speaking with Emily and Jimmy about why this is some of their most urgent work yet, the return of Indie Sleaze, songwriting during COVID, living in a New York left with members of Yeah Yeah Yeahs & TV on the Radio, and if they play to visit Oz anytime soon.You can buy Formentera here.You can listen to Metric here.Metric Instagram: @metricMetric Facebook: @metricThanks again to Metric for their time. We also want to give a special shout out to Jo from Jo Corbett Publicity for her assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ivey join us on the pod today! The indie pop five-piece from Queensland have made a welcome return in 2022 with some of the best indie/funk/pop music going around. Today, they're releasing their brand new single Back Home. In today's episode, we're speaking with front-woman Millie Perks about why sad pop bangers are so satisfying, the songwriting process within the band, and we talk about her love of Doja Cat.You can stream Back Home here.You can listen to Millies playlist here.Ivey Instagram: @iveyIvey Facebook: @iveyThanks again to Millie Perks and Ivey for their time. We also want to give a special shout out to Rhiannon from Positive Feedback for her assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's game, set and match with SOFI TUKKER this week on the pod! Whether you know them from their purple hats and cheetah prints, or being best friends with the iPhone X, the Grammy-nominated dance & electro duo are currently touring around our fair country in support of their brilliant second record 'Wet Tennis'. In today's episode, we're speaking with Sophie and Tucker about how their Australian tour has been going so far, the songwriting for this second record, and DJ-ing in the back of a truck.You can buy/stream Wet Tennis here.Buy tickets to see SOFI TUKKER on their remaining Australian tour dates here.SOFI TUKKER Instagram: @SOFITUKKERSOFI TUKKER Facebook: @SOFITUKKERThanks again to SOFI TUKKER for their time. We also want to give a special shout out to Millie from Positive Feedback for her assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're taking it back to where we started, with our first ever guest for the pod....Kav Temperley! The Eskimo Joe frontman recently released the brilliant single Graduation Day (with Katy Steele) and is set to release his brilliant second solo record in September, which is entitled Machines of Love & Grace. In today's episode, we're speaking with Kav about the less dreaded second solo record, returning to somewhat normal touring, love letters to cities, and how Katy Steele was almost a member of Eskimo Joe.You can listen to Graduation Day with Katy Steele here.Buy tickets to see Kav Temperley on Part 1 of his Machines of Love & Grace tour here.Buy tickets to see Eskimo Joe on their Black Fingernail, Red Wine in the City tour here.Kav Temperley Instagram: @kavtemperleyKav Temperley Facebook: @kavtemperleyThanks again to Kav Temperley for his time. We also want to give a special shout out to Nadia from On The Map PR for her assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Straight from Toronto, we've got alt-pop star renforshort on the pod! The Canadian singer and songwriter has released multiple EPs over the last few years and has worked with artists like Mike Shinoda (Linkin Park) & Travis Barker. A few weeks ago, she released her brilliant debut record Dear Amelia. In today's episode, we're speaking with renforshort about the songwriting across this new record, touring Australia, being able to duet with one of her musical heroes (Jake Bugg), and ren shows us her best Australian accent impression.You can listen to renforshort here.Buy tickets to see renforshort on her Australian tour here.renforshort Instagram: @renforshortrenforshort Facebook: @renforshortThanks again to renforshort for her time. We also want to give a special shout out to Samantha from Universal Music Australia for her assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We've got our cowboy hats ready today in preparation for chatting with Y.O.G.A! You're Only Great Always is the brilliant new side project from Reuben Styles, who some might know from his work in party starters Peking Duk. His new project seems to blend country, techno, folk and psych music together wonderfully, and he's taking new single Hurricane out onto the road to celebrate! In today's episode, we're speaking with Reuben about the songwriting process for the single, how this new project helps address Mental Health, and Reuben explains exactly what COWTECH is.You can listen to Y.O.G.A. here.You can check out the Y.O.G.A. COW☆TECH mix on Apple Music here.Buy tickets to see Y.O.G.A. live here.Y.O.G.A. Instagram: @Y.O.G.A.Thanks again to Reuben Styles for his time. We also want to give a special shout out to Nick from Sony Music Australia for his assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Vancouver Sleep Clinic joins us on the pod! The talented singer, songwriter, and producer is known for his beautifully cinematic take on folk and ambient music and has had some of his songs soundtrack shows like The Good Doctor, Bones, and Teen Wolf. On Friday, he's returning with his third studio record, which is entitled Fallen Paradise. In today's episode, we're speaking with frontman Tim Bettinson about how COVID allowed him to slow down, working with Charlie Perry (BTS, Alfie Templeman) for the new record, and how Ricky Gervais is one of his biggest fans.You can listen to Fallen Paradise here.Vancouver Sleep Clinic Instagram: @vancouversleepclinicVancouver Sleep Clinic Facebook: @vancouversleepclinicThanks again to Vancouver Sleep Clinic for his time. We also want to give a special shout out to Shari from Great Company Collective for her assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The lovely Allison Ponthier is with us this Friday! The singer-songwriter from Texas is known for her love of kitsch movies and her beautiful storytelling in songs that blend folk, pop, and Americana. She's recently released her second EP, entitled Shaking Hands With Elvis. In today's episode, we're speaking with Allison about the creative influences that helped shape the EP, connecting with fans through vulnerability, and the music of Christian Lee Hutson and Heidi Montag (yes, you read that correctly).You can listen to Shaking Hands With Elvis here.You can listen to Allison Ponthier's song choices here and here.Allison Ponthier Instagram: @allisonponthierAllison Ponthier Facebook: @allisonponthierThanks again to Allison Ponthier for her time. We also want to give a special shout out to Sam from Universal Music Australia for her assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're joined by Boo Seeka on the pod this week! After playing Coachella with Hayden James earlier this year, the electronic pop singer-songwriter is returning with a brilliant new record in tow, which is entitled Between The Head and The Heart. In today's episode, we're speaking with Ben from the band about the songwriting process for this record, getting back out there to tour Australia, what Coachella was like, and we discuss the mysterious Foodseeka Instagram account.You can buy Between The Head and The Heart here.You can listen to Boo Seeka here.Boo Seeka Instagram: @booseekaBoo Seeka Facebook: @booseekaThanks again to Boo Seeka for their time. We also want to give a special shout out to Emily from On The Map PR for her assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a lengthy break between records, Alexisonfire is back! The legendary Canadian post-hardcore band is releasing their first studio record in over 13 years today, entitled Otherness, and we've got vocalist and guitarist Dallas Green on the pod to chat. In today's episode, we're speaking with Dallas about the new sonic growth on this record, returning to the band after so much time away, whether there are any Australian tour plans, and we discuss the music of Smashing Pumpkins and Wilco.You can buy Otherness here.You can listen to Alexisonfire here.Alexisonfire Instagram: @alexisonfireAlexisonfire Facebook: @alexisonfireThanks again to Dallas Green and Alexisonfire for their time. We also want to give a special shout out to Amy from Deathproof PR for her assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Life's so fun when you have MUNA on the podcast! The indie-pop trio from Los Angeles has had an incredible last 12 months, with singles like 'Anything But Me' and 'Silk Chiffon' feat Phoebe Bridgers. This Friday, they're releasing their brilliant, self-titled third record MUNA. In today's episode, we're speaking with Katie, Naomi and Josette from the band about the early 2000s influences on the record, how their songwriting process works, convincing them to tour Australia with their Saddest Factory label mates, and we discuss the music of Charli XCX & Phoebe BridgersYou can buy MUNA here.You can listen to MUNA here.MUNA Instagram: @MUNAMUNA Facebook: @MUNAThanks again to MUNA for their time. We also want to give a special shout out to Liz from PIAS Australia for their assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We've got the guys from Horror My Friend joining us this Friday! The Adelaide trio returned earlier this year with new single 'Devotion" and a new sound that builds on their previous fuzz-rock sonics with elements of shoegaze and electronica being added to the mix. After wrapping up a national tour recently, the guys are preparing for a busy 2022. In today's episode, we're speaking with Tom, Josh, and Sam from the band about how a guitar pedal inspired the new single, their brilliant live shows, and we try to find out what the rest of the year has in store for the band.You can listen to Horror My Friend here.Horror My Friend Instagram: @horrormyfriendHorror My Friend Facebook: @horrormyfriendThanks again to Horror My Friend for their time. We also want to give a special shout out to Liz, Genna & Sophie from PIAS Australia for their assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Drax Project join us on the pod today! The guys are one of the most successful Pop and R&B bands to come out of New Zealand in the last few years, having shared stages with the likes of Ed Sheeran and Lorde. They recently released their second single for 2022, with the gorgeous balled 'Mad At You'. In today's episode, we're speaking with Shaan and Sam from the band about their new single, how studying jazz helped the band's ability to collaborate, why their music resonates with people, and we discuss their tour plans for Australia.You can listen to Drax Project here.Drax Project Instagram: @draxprojectDrax Project Facebook: @draxprojectThanks again to Drax Project for their time. We also want to give a special shout out to Sam at Universal Music Australia for her assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're getting weirder with Ball Park Music on the pod! The much-beloved indie rockers from Brisbane have delivered another classic record in the form of their seventh studio album, entitled Weirder and Weirder. In today's episode, we're speaking with frontman Sam Cromack about the band's prolific output of music, songs from the vault finding a second life, producing music for Alex the Astronaut, and experimenting with the magic of pitch shifting.You can buy Weirder and Weirder here.You can listen to Ball Park Music here.You can find them on tour here.Ball Park Music Instagram: @ballparkmusicBall Park Music Facebook: @ballparkmusicThanks again to Ball Park Music for their time. We also want to give a special shout out to Anouk at Six Boroughs Media for her assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The loveable indie-rockers from Bakers Eddy join us on the pod! The four-piece from New Zealand, who now resides in Melbourne, recently released their incredible debut record Love Boredom Bicycles, and are about to head out on a HUGE 25 date tour. In today's episode, we're speaking with frontman Ciarann Babbington about the group's ever-evolving sound, working with Oscar Dawson (Holy Holy), how sometimes songwriting is like a puzzle, and how the four guys balance working, living and touring together.You can buy Love Boredom Bicycles here.You can listen to Bakers Eddy here.You can find them on tour here.Bakers Eddy Instagram: @bakerseddyBakers Eddy Facebook: @bakerseddyThanks again to Bakers Eddy for their time. We also want to give a special shout out to Heidi at Riot House Publicity for her assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Baby Velvet joins us this Friday! The solo project for Hannah Crofts (All Our Exes Live In Texas) beautifully blends indie, folk, and Americana, and was produced by Kevin Ratterman (My Morning Jacket). Today she's releasing her debut record, which is entitled Please Don't Be In Love With Someone Else. In today's episode, we're speaking to Hannah about recording these songs over Zoom, her dark sense of humour, why she loves being on the road, the music of Big Thief, and who's the better dancer out of Peter Garrett and Backstreet Boys.You can buy Please Don't Be In Love With Someone Else here.You can listen to Baby Velvet here.Baby Velvet Instagram: @babyvelvetBaby Velvet Facebook: @babyvelvetThanks again to Baby Velvet / Hannah Crofts for her time. We also want to give a special shout out to Shari at Great Company Collective for her assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're having a laugh with the lads from Rest for the Wicked today! The fun-loving duo, comprised of singer & MC Ben Townsend (FKA Ivan Ooze) and producer Tasker (G-Flip, Alison Wonderland), makes beautiful genre-defying party music and are releasing their self-titled debut EP this Friday! In today's episode, we're speaking with both Ben and Tasker about how the two started working together, their infamous party like live sets, tuna (yes...tuna), and how they both bring different creative talents to the band.You can pre-save the Rest for the Wicked EP here.You can listen to Rest for the Wicked here.Rest for the Wicked Instagram: @restforthewickedRest for the Wicked Facebook: @restforthewickedThanks again to Rest for the Wicked for their time. We also want to give a special shout out to Mariam at EMI Music Australia for her assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The lovely Annie Hamilton is our guest today! The Sydney based singer-songwriter spent her pandemic working with Jake Webb from Methyl Ethel and treating recording like a nine to five job, and we are all the luckier for it. It's resulted in the beautiful debut record the future is here but it feels kinda like the past, and it is out today! In today's episode, we're speaking with Annie about the process of how she'll work through writers block, producing her own music, working remotely throughout the pandemic, and we discuss the music of Mallrat.You can buy the future is here but it feels kinda like the past here.You can listen to Annie Hamilton here.Annie Hamilton Instagram: @anniehamiltonAnnie Hamilton Facebook: @anniehamiltonThanks again to Annie Hamilton for her time. We also want to give a special shout out to Liz at PIAS Australia for her assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Charlie Hickey joins us on the podcast today! The LA-based singer-songwriter claims some of his heroes to be Elliot Smith, Conor Oberst, and The 1975, and this week he's releasing his debut record Nervous At Night. In today's episode, we're speaking to Charlie about his upbringing in a musical family, inspirations for Nervous at Night, signing to Saddest Factory Records (which is the label run by Phoebe Bridgers), what the Pasadena music scene is like, and we discuss the music of The National and Bright Eyes.You can buy Nervous At Night here.You can listen to Charlie Hickey here.Charlie Hickey Instagram: @charliehickeyCharlie Hickey Facebook: @charliehickeyThanks again to Charlie Hickey for his time. We also want to give a special shout out to Liz at PIAS Australia for her assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Whether you know him from Empire of the Sun or The Sleepy Jackson, you most likely know his music. He's worked with artists like Daniel Johns, Beyonce & Usher, and today, the one and only Luke Steele makes his return to This Song Is Yours. The prolific musician is releasing his first-ever solo record today, entitled Listen To The Water. In today's episode, we're speaking with Luke about the current state of the music world, moving out of Santa Monica for quieter pastures, how the Super Bowl inspired some of the quieter moments on this record, and whether or not we can expect a Sleepy Jackson reunion anytime soon.You can buy Listen To The Water here.You can listen to Luke Steele here.Luke Steele Instagram: @lukesteeleLuke Steele Facebook: @lukesteeleThanks again to Luke Steele for his time. We also want to give a special shout out to Mariam at EMI Music Australia for her assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we're joined by the utterly delightful Mallrat! The incredible pop singer-songwriter (whose real name is Grace Shaw) has been winning hearts around the world and releasing music for the last six years, with well-known singles like Charlie and Groceries. This Friday, she's releasing her debut record Butterfly Blue. In today's episode, we're speaking with Mallrat about the songwriting process for this record, working with Azealia Banks, how she achieved the guitar effect on album track Heart Guitar and how The OC changed Graces perception on making music.You can buy Butterfly Blue here.You can listen to Mallrat here.Mallrat Instagram: @mallratMallrat Facebook: @mallratThanks again to Mallrat for her time. We also want to give a special shout out to Samantha at Universal Music Australia for her assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alison Wonderland joins us on the pod today! She's played at incredible venues all across the globe, holds the record for highest-billed female DJ at Coachella, and has worked with artists like Flume and Wayne Coyne (The Flaming Lips). The producer, DJ & singer is celebrating today as she releases her third studio record, entitled Loner. In today's episode, we're speaking with Alison Wonderland about the importance of her connection with her fans, why the EDM label doesn't apply to her (and shouldn't), and why this new record is her best work yet!You can buy Loner here.You can listen to Alison Wonderland here.Alison Wonderland Instagram: @alisonwonderlandAlison Wonderland Facebook: @alisonwonderlandThanks again to Alison Wonderland for her time. We also want to give a special shout out to Mariam at EMI Music Australia for her assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The extremely charming and funny Charlie Collins joins us for a laugh on the pod! The alt-country singer-songwriter has just returned from overseas after supporting Gang of Youths on their UK tour and is today releasing her incredible second studio record, which is entitled Undone. In today's episode, we're speaking with Charlie about pouring her heart out into this new record, touring with Gang of Youths, why humans like sad songs, and why country music isn't such a dirty word anymore.You can buy Undone here.You can listen to Charlie Collins here.You can find her on tour here.Charlie Collins Instagram: @charliecollinsCharlie Collins Facebook: @charliecollinsThanks again to Charlie Collins for her time. We also want to give a special shout out to Maree at Island Records Australia for her assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Vocal powerhouse Bella Taylor Smith joins us on the pod! The singer-songwriter from Sydney took home the crown last year, winning The Voice Australia for 2021! She's back this a brand new EP, entitled Look Me In The Eyes. In today's episode, we're speaking with Bella about songwriting with her partner Josh, her experience on The Voice, going on tour with Guy Sebastian, and what advice she would give to younger people within the music industry.You can listen to Bella Taylor Smith here.You can find her on tour here.Bella Taylor Smith Instagram: @bellataylorsmithBella Taylor Smith Facebook: @bellataylorsmithThanks again to Bella Taylor Smith for her time. We also want to give a special shout out to Mariam at EMI Music Australia for her assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Great Gable are our guests for Episode 154! The indie rockers from Perth have been hard at work with Rainbow Valley Records and are releasing their brand new single 'Dancing Shoes' today! To celebrate they're also announcing their second studio record, entitled On The Wall In The Morning Light. In today's episode, we're speaking with frontman Alex Whiteman about once again working with the team at Rainbow Valley Records, the inspiration behind the new single, how the band started, and we discuss the music of Billy Joel and Arctic Monkeys.You can listen to Great Gable here.Great Gable Instagram: @greatgableGreat Gable Facebook: @greatgableThanks again to Alex Whiteman and Great Gable for their time. We also want to give a special shout out to Suzy at Positive Feedback for her assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Marcus Bridge from Northlane joins us on the pod today! The Australian metalcore giants are an ARIA award-winning band who have won the hearts of fans all over the world and are gearing up to release their six studio record this Friday, entitled Obsidian. In today's episode, we're speaking with frontman Marcus Bridge about the sonic progressions of the band's sound, why separating the art from the artist never works, what he learned after self-recording and producing this record, and Marcus tells us why he enjoys the fact that Machine Gun Kelly might piss off some people.You can listen to Northlane here.You can buy Obsidian here.You can find Northlane on tour here.Northlane Instagram: @northlaneNorthlane Facebook: @northlaneThanks again to Marcus Bridge and Northlane for their time. We also want to give a special shout out to Amy at Deathproof PR for her assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's a Great Friday when you've got Romero on the pod! The power-pop five-piece seamlessly blend punk, soul & power-pop, and is currently receiving love worldwide from outlets such as Pitchfork and NME. To top it all off, last week saw the band release their incredible debut record Turn It On! In today's episode, we're speaking with guitarist Fergus Sinclair about the groups varied musical past, what it's like receiving some of this international acclaim, touring Australia later this year, and the songwriting dynamic between the band.You can listen to Romero here.You can buy Turn It On! here.You can listen to Anika here.Romero Instagram: @RomeroRomero Facebook: @RomeroThanks again to Fergus Sinclair and Romero for their time. We also want to give a special shout out to Gabby & Genna at Super Duper for their assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The delightful Lisa Mitchell joins us for today's episode! The Australian singer-songwriter spent her time in lockdown researching ancestry (both her own and this country's) and learning how to stop and take it slow occasionally. She's now returning after a 6-year break with her brand new record, entitled A Place To Fall Apart.In today's episode, we're speaking with Lisa about how she prepared for this new record, the sonic shift in her song writing, working with Tom Iansek (#1 Dads, Big Scary), and why sometimes friends have the best music recommendations.You can listen to Lisa Mitchell here.You can pre-order A Place To Fall Apart here.You can find Lisa Mitchell on tour here.Lisa Mitchell Instagram: @lisamitchellLisa Mitchell Facebook: @lisamitchellThanks again to Lisa Mitchell for her time. We also want to give a special shout out to Nat at The PR Files for her assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Almost Monday are our guests on the pod today! The indie-pop trio from San Diego have just landed in Australia and have released their first new music of 2022 to celebrate, with the new single Sunburn. In today's episode, we're speaking with Dawson, Cole and Luke from the band about how the band came together. touring in 2022, their songwriting process for Sunburn, and we discuss trying to get the guys on next years Splendour In The Grass bill.You can listen to Almost Monday here.Almost Monday Instagram: @almostmondayAlmost Monday Facebook: @almostmondayThanks again to Almost Monday for their time. We also want to give a special shout out to Samantha at Universal Music Australia for her assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're incredibly excited to advise you that our guest today is Christian Lee Hutson! The California native released one of my favourite records of 2020 with his album Beginners, and last week he released the brilliant follow-up Quitters. In today's episode, we're speaking with Christian about the evolution of songwriting from his last record to Quitters, the experience of having Phoebe Bridgers and Conor Oberst as producers, how Elliot Smith influenced his music, and we discuss why South Australia seems to be pumping out brilliant bass players.You can buy Quitters here.You can listen to Christian Lee Hutson here.Christian Lee Hutson Instagram: @christianleehutsonChristian Lee Hutson Facebook: @christianleehutsonThanks again to Christian Lee Hutson for his time. We also want to give a special shout out to Dave at Diamond Creative Services for his assistance with this episode.You can help support This Song Is Yours at our Patreon here.You can follow us on the socials below:TSIY Insta: @thissongisyoursTSIY FB: @thissongisyoursTSIY TikTok: @thissongisyours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.