Why Did You Make It?

Lexe, multi-instrumentalist, and emerging pop-soul super star. She believes in musics ability to comfort others and wields the pop genre for heart-felt connection with a wide audience.

We talk about the transition between high school to full time work and balancing that with creating music. She told me about the heavy pressure she was putting herself under to get high grades so she could obtain a scholarship and the hindsight she had after she quit high school. We also talk about the inspiration behind her debut song Empathy, which has been a byproduct of having therapists as parents.

Timothy Fairless, multi-instrumentalist composer and producer. Much more prolific than myself, all the while incorporating enviable audio visual performance and exhibitions. Timothy and I talk about the importance of balancing music creation and socialising. Engaging with other musicians can be more than networking. It can be the single best part of making music. We also talk about working in bands in comparison to solo work and remote collaboration.

Julia R Anderson, musician, engineer from Meanjin (Brisbane). Known for their self titled solo project. Beautiful art rock recorded on a portable 4 track with Julia's vocals soaring throughout. Their approach to production is a part of the ambient, lofi, acoustic world I often love finding myself in. She's now drumming with alt-country band Camping and working on more noise experimental music as well.

James Halstead, Meanjin (Brisbane) based producer who goes by the name Tejavu. Known for their creative pop sensibilities which has helped WIGZ and BRIA release a handful of well listened singles. A ball of good energy with a touch of chaos.

We talk about their transition into working as a producer full time, the methods behind helping musicians make their music, and their approach to working in the music industry.

John Russell is the owner of 4000 Records. He's the legs for many musicians and a helping hand for our community in general. Humble, and often hidden behind the admin curtain; I was very excited to have him agree to come on the podcast.

This marks our first episode with a guest who is not primarily a musician. As the podcast has progressed I've realised inviting people who are part of the background of the music scene could be great!

We talk about Johns progression into running a record label, some side projects he's a part of, and some tips for indie musicians.

Millie and I talk about their experience living in New York and how people connect to music. Millie warns of falling in the trap of writing for someone else rather than yourself, and the physical damage that can have on someone.

Kirra and I talk about their experimental vocal recording approaches, musical burnout, and creative tourism.

Matt and I talk about their process for writing albums, their introduction to community centred music through The Mouldy Lovers, and why "classical" composers weren't geniuses.

Monica are I are HYPED. We talk about the unique small knit music community we have in Brisbane. We also talk about Monica's love for music for musics sake and not being precious about every song you make.

Jordan and I talk about the differences between London and Brisbane when it comes to scenes and accessing an audience. We also touch on swampifying and Jordans thoughts on how to keep swimming in fresh water.

Emma and I talk about how Brisbane's music scene has changed in the past 10 years. We also talk about balancing a career with making music.

Asha and I talk about growing up with 2000s pop and developing a team that's right for you.

Amber and I talk about the toxic "troubled artist" trope and letting go of expectations when releasing music.

Charlie and I talk about balancing music and running a business. We also talk about the power and brilliance of Australian music.