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Samantha Faul fronts Sydney band Fifth Dawn. We chatted about rock in a church, Western Sydney and turning tragedy into music. Watch the video for ‘In Between’ here.

Karin Ann is Slovak artist and activist . We spoke about spending time in London and LA, transitioning from the audience to the stage and poetical lyricism Watch the video for ‘if i fall for you’ here:

BRUX is a Brooklyn-based Australian producer, who just released an EP called “Badboi” (www.bruxworld.com). We discussed walking through Vinegar Hill, embracing authenticity and non-fungible tokens. Listen to the latest EP ‘Badboi’ here: https://gyro.to/85718BADBOI

Darby is an Australian singer-songwriter who has just moved from Sydney to Melbourne (www.facebook.com/darbymusicaus). We spoke about the importance of new beginnings, the vibe of gigs in Melbourne and remote recordings. Listen to Songs from Alpha House vol. 2 here: https://darby1.bandcamp.com/album/songs-from-alpha-house-vol-2

Dulcima Showan is a vocalist / violinist in a five piece called Coco and the Butterfields, as well as the owner and designer at sustainable fashion label Dulcima (www.dulcima.co.uk/). We spoke about touring through the snow season, the impact of Vivienne Westwood and a new approach to sustainable fashion.

Hannah Buchanan is a Scottish-born landscape artist who now resides in Kent in South East England. We spoke about painting in a greenhouse, the difference between museum art and commercial art, and the importance of stillness. Check out Hannah’s work here: www.hannahbuchanan.com Hannah wanted to add that she thinks this is the best job ever and would encourage anyone to make the leap and start a creative business. It can be challenging and all consuming, but each small achievement is so special and rewarding. She wouldn't change it for the world! Music for this podcast is from darby: https://darby1.bandcamp.com/track/at-the-beach-explicit

Kyrie Anderson is a freelance drummer based in Adelaide who plays in many musical projects (www.facebook.com/kyrieandersonmusic). We spoke about the link between yoga and drumming, forming an experimental jazz quartet in Banff and the impact of AFL on South Australian politics. Listen to the album from AURA here: https://aurasaura.bandcamp.com/album/aura Listen to the isolation improvisation collective here: https://isolationimprovisationcollective.bandcamp.com

Renee de la Motte is half of the harmony-driven Sydney two-piece Salarymen (www.facebook.com/Salarymenband) We spoke about learning an instrument on the job, Japanese business culture and the federal government. Listen to the song ‘Fine’ here: https://salarymen.bandcamp.com/track/fine

Bree Tranter is a singer-songwriter from Adelaide (www.facebook.com/breetrantermusic). We spoke about the struggles of musical relationships, retreating from international touring and seashells. Watch the video for ‘Keyboards & Conversations’ here: youtube.com/watch?v=VhUopXjVyo4

Library Siesta is a Sydney five piece indie rock band (www.facebook.com/librarysiesta). I was joined by Bre, Georgia and Eva of the band to chat about the accessible arts grant, the refreshing air of live gigs and four stringed guitars.

Kaylene Milner plays in Sydney band Loose Fit, as well as running a knitwear label called Wah Wah. We spoke about superfine Merino wool, linking up with a UK label and the cost of sustainable fashion. Listen to the Loose Fit EP here: https://loosefit.bandcamp.com/releases Check out Kaylene’s knitwear brand ‘Wah Wah’ here: www.wahwahaustralia.com

Eve Lande is a guitarist and songwriter in both Imperial Broads and Reality Instructors. We chatted about new Imperial Broads music, Accessible Arts funding and custom built guitars. Watch the video for the new Imperial Broads single 'Unromantic' here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RWSivUPuBpk