Cue Playback

Christopher Sprake
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Cue Playback is a podcast exploring the evolution of home recording, singers, songwriters and bands from the ’90s to today. Begining in the DIY Melbourne indie scene, the podcast will delve into recording technology, innovation in sound production, and the creative process of self produced artists. Producer Christopher Sprake will take you on a journey through his own development, while interviewing artists he has crossed paths with, who share a love of music and sound.

  1. 12/12/2024

    Episode 27 TJ Douglas - Dying

    Singer - songwriter TJ Douglas takes on a journey from lofi beginings to the depth of their latest release "Dying".  How does reflective practice, interrogation of belief and self, and being a friend to those in need help create TJ's art? Join us for a special episode of Cue Playback...   https://tjdouglas.bandcamp.com/

    46 min

  2. 27/04/2024

    Episode 26 - Brooke Taylor

    Episode 26 - Brooke Taylor Ahead of the launch of her new album "There's magic in mistakes" Melbourne singer - songwriter Brooke Taylor talks with Chris about childhood singing lessons, Female identifying representation in the music industry, and the importance of "just keeping going" Links https://www.brooketaylormusic.com.au/ https://brooketaylor.bandcamp.com/ https://www.facebook.com/brooketaylormusic/   Shows 2nd May | 'There's Magic in Mistakes' ALBUM LAUNCH | Brunswick Ballroom, VICwith The Poison Spitting Gin Queens | Support from Sin City | 6.30pm | Get Tickets Here 4th May | 'There's Magic in Mistakes' Album Tour | Pig & Whistle, Main Ridge VICwith The Poison Spitting Gin Queens | Support from Nick Carver | 8.00pm | Get Tickets Here 10th May | 'There's Magic in Mistakes' Album Tour | Odessa at Leavers, Creswick VICDuo Show | Support from Jeremy Beggs | 7.00pm | Get Tickets Here 18th May | 'There's Magic in Mistakes' Album Tour | The Grace Emily, Adelaide SAwith The Poison Spitting Gin Queens | Support from Mark Curtis and The Flannelettes | 8.00pm | Get Tickets Here 24th May | 'There's Magic in Mistakes' Album Tour | Smith's Alternative, Canberra ACTwith The Poison Spitting Gin Queens | Support from The Curlies | 6.30pm | Get Tickets Here

    50 min

  3. 20/04/2024

    Episode 25 - Peter Farnan

    Episode 25 - Peter Farnan Melbourne Singer, Musician and Composer Peter Farnan takes us on a journey from rock band beginnings with Serious Young Insects and Boom Crash Opera, through composition for theater productions and to his most recent project: Peter Farnan and The Home Bodies. How has an early love of Beatles cartoons, working with Jimmy Iovine, and writing for productions such as The Sapphires shaped Peters' quirky engaging songwriting of today? Join us for Cue Playback...   Links:   https://peterfarnan.bandcamp.com/album/home https://www.moshtix.com.au/v2/event/peter-farnan-shotkickers/164656

    52 min

  4. 09/03/2024

    Episode 24 - Hamish Cowan // Cordrazine

    Episode 24 - Hamish // Cordrazine   Chris has a candid discussion with Hamish Cowan of Cordrazine ahead of the release of the new single "Hey Man".  Travel through the heady days of '90s indie rock and electronic music, contemplate the role of the artist, and dive into the lush sounds of Cordrazine...   https://music.apple.com/au/artist/cordrazine/97851935 https://tickets.northcotesocialclub.com/outlet/event/5c950dfd-831b-430c-a22b-d6cc17efc7f8 https://popboomerang.bandcamp.com/

    1h 15m

  5. 03/03/2024

    Episode 23 - Sainthill

    Chris is joined by Tom Larkey aka Sainthill for the release of his new album "Dream Animal". The pair travel from Hobart in the early '90s to the Melbourne music scene of today. Join them on the journey as Tom details his movement through song and sound.   Links https://sainthill.bandcamp.com/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/4hJXI7eJSKnPBEQD2kBpD5 https://music.apple.com/au/artist/sainthill/1378093660

    47 min

  6. 03/12/2023

    Episode 22 - Tamas Wells

    Episode 22 - Tamas Wells Chris is joined by singer, songwriter and visual artist Tamas Wells to discuss his new album "To drink up the sea", musical beginnings in the Melbourne folk scene, and how a sense of place and community informs his work. "To drink up the sea" available December 8th, 2023. Links: https://www.tamaswells.com/ https://www.instagram.com/_tamaswells/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/01osYMBrXUdvSJJlzFgrVi https://moranprizes.awardsplatform.com/gallery/NrbbQxwM/xzvOOqZR?search=4fddb8bc2fac749f-51

    44 min

  7. 26/11/2023

    Episode 21 - Faunts / Duplekita

    Episode 21 - Faunts / Duplekita What do Mass Effect, Edmonton basements and vintage synths have in common? Join Chris as he speaks with Tim Batke of Faunts / Duplekita fame about the evolution from beloved indie band to electronic solo projects, and the popularity driven from a video game franchise...   Links: https://duplekita.bandcamp.com/ https://fauntsmusic.bandcamp.com/track/there-will-be-blood https://www.instagram.com/duplekitamusic/

    38 min

  8. 19/11/2023

    Episode 20 - Anna Smyrk

    Episode 20 - Anna Smyrk Chris and guest Anna Smyrk discuss the evolution of her songwriting, recording a new single with the producers of boygenius and Lucy Dacus, and a preoccupation with the passage of time in her lyrics. How has life changed after beginning in a small town through to touring across the globe? Join us on Cue Playback for more... Links https://annasmyrk.bandcamp.com/music https://www.annasmyrk.com/ https://music.apple.com/au/artist/anna-smyrk/1100661606 https://www.instagram.com/annasmyrk/ https://www.tiktok.com/@annasmyrk/ Tour Dates 2024 Feb 1st: Funk N Waffles - Syracuse, NY Feb 3rd: One Broadway Collaborative - Lawrence, MA Feb 4th: Brick Hill House Concerts - Orleans, MA Feb 9th: The Drum Roll - Rochester, NY Feb 10th: Abilene - Rochester, NY Feb 11th: Pittsburgh Winery - Pittsburgh, PA Feb 12th: The Sharon Apollo Maennerchor Club - Sharon, PA Feb 13th: The Treelawn Social - Cleveland, OH Feb 14th: Grounds for Thought - Bowling Green, OH Feb 15th: Natalie's - Columbus, OH Feb 16th: Hirth Happenings - Maineville, OH Feb 18th: Bad Branch House Concerts - Whiteburge, KY Feb 21-25: Folk Alliance International Official Showcase

    32 min
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About

Cue Playback is a podcast exploring the evolution of home recording, singers, songwriters and bands from the ’90s to today. Begining in the DIY Melbourne indie scene, the podcast will delve into recording technology, innovation in sound production, and the creative process of self produced artists. Producer Christopher Sprake will take you on a journey through his own development, while interviewing artists he has crossed paths with, who share a love of music and sound.

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  • Creator
    Christopher Sprake
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    32
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright Christopher Sprake
  • Show Website
    Cue Playback