Welcome to a Podcast focusing on Naarm/Melbourne musicians. Each month I go into the studio to chat with a musicians about their new releases.
Together we nerd out about the technical details of music writing as well as inspirations and aspirations for future music.
Grab a coffee or tea, go for a walk or wash dishes while listening to artists speak with passion about their music
Welcome to a small slice of the music community
xoxo Lia
I got the chance to sit down with Rheed from Undercover Statues to chat with him about his single Cowboy Sommelier. I had the honor of recording drums on this track so was super excited how the rest of the song came together.
We talk about him writing songs in the Melbourne City vs New Zealand towns, his mysterious punk rock history and the character of the song.
Please stream the songs and let me know what you think of the episode
xoxo Lia
31 Mar 2025
EP 5: I wouldn't Skate with Pet Therapy
This month I got chat with Pet Therapy representatives and band member Ella and Ethan. One of them founded the band and both agree at the lead singer Salvador Peralta would make a great cult leader.
We get into the nitty gritty of writing an EP on a short time limit and share in the excitement about the up coming launch.
So, grab some coffee and clean the house while we chatter away.
xoxo Lia
Timestamps
3:43 Writing Process
5:52 Bring in random instruments
7:48 How did this process develope
10:59 Do limitations aid in the writing process
14:04 At Home recording
22:20 Band dedication
26:55 Salvador and friends shoutout
28:22 playing with time
37:08 Expensive gear
44:43 Do you writing with a theme in mind
47:46 Sal = cult leader
48:45 Naming the songs
51:55 Gig plug
52:56 "I wouldn't Skate" exclusive
28 Feb 2025
EP 4: Invalidation with Tanner Keast
I got the chance to chat with Tanner Keast about it upcoming single 'Invalidation'. This is his first self titled song, so I was super excited to hear what he had in store.
And he did not disappoint.
The song focuses on the struggle of being heard when you efforts to reach out for help just aren't working. The acoustic version is raw and gives so much to the energy of the song.
'Invalidation' is to be released on the 7th March. Follow the link (https://tr.ee/DPIhg34oyU) to pre save the song.
Also follow Tanner Keast (https://www.instagram.com/tanner_keast/) on Instagram to see announcements for the single launch and upcoming Melbourne gigs.
Let me know what you think in the comments and thanks for listening
xoxo Lia
Time Stamps:
00:45 - Intro to Tanner and his musical background
04:43 - Finding Session Musicians
11:50 - Barwon Club Single Launch Line up
14:52 - Recording and gear used
23:37 - Long song intro choice
25:48 - Putting my foot in it
26:27 - Lyric writing process
27:22 - Lyric Breakdown
30:40 - Struggles with mental health
31:43 - Lyric and guitar melody writing
34:59 - Needing to reset to make music again
35:50 - Milkman Mainer Gig
37:17 - Hiatus from Fifth Quarter and No Wakus
38:55 - First Melbourne Gig
39:56 - Gaining confidence in song writing
43:45 - Specials mentions
44:59 - 'Invalidation' Acoustic Version
9 Dec 2024
EP 3: Old Socks with Honeymoon Phase
Chloe, Sage, and Michael from Honeymoon Phase share their raw and relatable song 'Old Socks,' a catchy anthem about addiction's struggle and the fleeting high.
28 Oct 2024
EP 2: Monsters with Operation Karma
This month I got to sit down with Rachel, Laura and Sarah from Operation Karma (https://www.instagram.com/operationkarma?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==), to chat about their single ‘Monsters (https://open.spotify.com/track/11zDWJ03DIkMpKgGRNuonR?si=a6a830edd77244ff).’ The song addresses the topic of violence against women in Victoria and the fear that the world is filled with only monsters. When taking on such a heavy topic in a song, the challenge of advertising the song and how to best represent the band online comes to a head.
The acoustic version of ‘Monsters’ is intermate performance of the song, and provokes many emotions. Its a packed episode of laughter and serious conversations.
Their album ‘Suck it (https://open.spotify.com/album/5Z6l485ezOtqbw4EgLy8OE?si=U85rWl1YTKqM2y9GaI4Xzw)’ is out now.
Thanks for listening
xoxo Lia
Timestamps
00:57 - Band formation
10:11 - Live vs Studio Recording
19:12 - Song Composition
23:03 - Sisterly and band dynamic
27:42 - Band representation online
29:42 - Why release ‘Monsters’ now?
33:25 - New band member
38:44 - Album Recording process
48:00 - Studio as a liminal space?
49:29 - Musician vs. Social media
59:13 - Do instruments have names?
01:03:13 - Gig Rituals?
01: 07:28 - ‘Monster’ acoustic version
26 Sept 2024
EP 1: Wailing with Left at the Avenue
I got the chance sit down and chat with Henry and Nico from Left at the Avenue (https://www.instagram.com/leftattheavenue?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==)about their single 'Wailing (https://open.spotify.com/album/4IBJM5wiHZiBf7YWWaLE87?si=eN8N-FOASFCAm2u5BUNt1A)'.
We dove deep into the writing and production of the song, talked about how touring the song went, as well as a stripped back performance of the song.
It's a packed episode so feel free to use the time stamps to jump around at your leisure.
Thanks for listening
xoxo Lia
Timestamps
01:07 - About the song
05:03 - Tour
08:09 - Choosing what song to record
13:01 - How many songs have been written
15:41 - Peddle Board Signal Flow
21:41 - The Writing Process
31:51 - Lyric Breakdown
51:51 - Song Production
57:50 - PR for the song
01:01:17 - Influences/Inspirations
01:13:10 - Wailing (stripped back)
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