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/

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

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

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/

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

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

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/

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