This Song Is Yours Simon Finck

Our guest today is beloved shoegaze band DIIV. They're back with their fourth studio album, 'Frog In Boiling Water', which is already being praised as the "greatest political shoegaze album of 2024." Recently, we had the chance to chat with Zachary and Ben about this new release. In today's episode, we delve into the struggles the band faced between albums—struggles that nearly halted the creation of this record. We discuss how their band dynamics have evolved, their changing approach to songwriting and recording, and the stories behind tracks like "Little Birds." We also get the scoop on their potential plans for an Australian tour.
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Our guest today is Grammy award-winning songwriter Arooj Aftab. The Pakistani-American, genre-crossing artist is set to release her fifth studio record later this week, titled "Night Reign." This spellbinding new album delves into the emotions and events that unfold during the nocturnal hours. While Arooj was in Australia for Womadelaide in March, we had the opportunity to sit down with her to discuss this stunning new record. In today's episode, we explore the duality of 'Night Reign'. with its rich, immersive soundscapes and profound lyricism. We'll also talk about the impact of her Grammy win for 'Vulture Prince' and how it influenced the creation of 'Night Reign'. Additionally, we'll get insights into her current live show and hear about her ongoing tour.
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Our guest today is Australian pop sensation CXLOE, a long-time champion for pop music in Australia. She’s just released her highly anticipated debut album, 'Shiny New Thing'. In this episode, we dive into her journey into songwriting and how she got her start. We discuss her move to America to pursue full-time songwriting due to the limitations she faced within the Australian music scene. We also break down one of her songs, delving into why production is so crucial for CXLOE.
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In today’s episode, we’re sitting down with Melbourne singer-songwriter Phoebe Go, one of Australia's most captivating songwriters of recent years. As she prepares to release her highly anticipated debut record, "Marmalade," this Friday, we delve into the creation of this mesmerizing album and the inspirations behind its tracks. In today's conversation, we explore Phoebe's collaborations with US songwriter Christian Lee Hutson and the magic they've conjured in the studio. Additionally, we discuss her upcoming tour dates with Teenage Dads and what listeners can expect from her live performances.
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Join us for an incredibly fun episode as we welcome indie rock icons GROUPLOVE to the podcast. Hannah and Christian from the band join us to celebrate the release of the deluxe version of their sixth studio record, "I Want It All Right Now." In today's conversation, we delve into the new tracks on the album, explore their respective journeys to songwriting, and uncover the ongoing positive optimism that defines the band's ethos. Additionally, we collectively try to manifest an Australian tour with Chappell Roan, and Hannah encourages Simon to reignite his passion for songwriting.
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Join us as we welcome back Australian country songwriter Tori Forsyth to the podcast, celebrating the release of her brilliant third record, "All We Have Is Who We Are." In today's episode, Tori shares her journey between her second and latest album, revealing how she almost left music behind in the process. Dive into the sonics of her new record as Tori discusses its return to country music and its authenticity to her style. Explore the resurgence of country music in 2024 and Tori's thoughts on the genre's evolution, along with her experiences working with Shane Nicholson once more.
Tori Forsyth: Instagram / Spotify
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