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Sunburnt Country Music

For over a decade Sophie Hamley has been interviewing Australian country music artists for her website, Sunburnt Country Music. Now new interviews will be made available in this podcast. Listen to Golden Guitar winners such as Amber Lawrence and Luke O"Shea, and many others, talk about their songs and songwriting, about performance and creativity and so much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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16:20

Dylan Wright's inspiring journey from Sons of Atticus...

Sunburnt Country Music ·

2024/10/24

Dylan Wrightis one half of the country duo Sons of Atticus, along with Matt Joyce, and after appearing at this year’s Tamworth Country Music Festival Wright went quickly on to appear inAustralian Idol– and then to win it. He released a half-EP,Half a World Away Pt 1, a few weeks ago and now the full EP is out, along with the single ‘Mess of a Man’.The songs on the EP have the heart so evident in the work of Sons of Atticus married with Wright’s outstanding vocal capabilities, which he developed

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30:45

Rusty Pickups: Making ‘pirate country’ and keeping...

Sunburnt Country Music ·

2024/10/22

Rusty Pickupsare a four-piece ensemble from Queensland's Darling Downs with members Michael Cook, Lee Fielding, Ayden Roberts and Waylon Katz, who each have a different musical background and found their way not only to each other but to a musical identity that takes advantage of their differences and has led to something uniquely theirs. And that is fun – and fun is certainly what I had when interviewing frontman Michael Cook, known as Cookie, who shares the band's journey, their approach to

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35:28

Wren Bellette on her very much alive album This Love...

Sunburnt Country Music ·

2024/10/21

Wren Bellette spent over a decade in bands, including Adelaide Americana outfit The Heggarties, and is now a solo artist, releasing her rich albumThis Love Will Diea few weeks ago.The album’s strength comes from Bellette’s willingness to be open about her experiences – which include heartbreak – and her experience as an artist, using her voice as an instrument to convey extra layers of meaning in her lyrics.While Bellette acknowledges that her songs are fundamentally her own, she also recognises the

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27:01

Elly McK talks new single ‘The Wind Up’ and East...

Sunburnt Country Music ·

2024/10/15

Elly McK & The Unbelievers are an alt-country band from Melbourne who released the single 'Bones' earlier this year and, before that, the single 'Down on Your Luck'. They are embarking on a tour of New South Wales and Victoria in support of their new single 'The Wind Up'.McK explains that ‘The Wind Up’ is about the decision to make a change, whether it's in a relationship, a job, or any other significant part of one's life. She shared that the song reflects her own experiences of wrestling with

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34:18

Born on the Road: David Kirkpatrick from Two Tone Pony

Sunburnt Country Music ·

2024/10/05

Two Tone Pony is a five-piece band with an extensive musical lineage. With Greg Richardson on drums, Graham Puglisi on bass, Ian Rhodes on mandolin, harmonica and guitar, and Glenn Wiley on keys, it was founded by David Kirkpatrick, who was named after his father – who was otherwise known as Slim Dusty. The title of Two Tone Pony’s debut album,Born on the Road, is taken from the song of the same name which describes Kirkpatrick’s own entry into the world, as his phenomenal mother, the late Joy

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23:45

Exploring the heartfelt journey of Matt Ward's new...

Sunburnt Country Music ·

2024/09/28

Matt Ward is a South Australian singer and songwriter who has released two albums that have reached #1 on the ARIA Country chart,HeartlandandIf I Was in Dallas Tonight. His latest album is thedeeply personal and introspectiveThe Long Way Home,released through Ward's own label, Heartland Music Australia.The eight-song collection is a testament to the profound experiences that have shaped his life in over the past year or so. Ward's music has always been rooted in the rich tapestry of the Australian

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11:19

James Johnston on new single 'Blame' and exciting...

Sunburnt Country Music ·

2024/09/12

James Johnston is a two-time Golden Guitar winner who has amassed an impressive 75 million streams for his anthemic songs, which include ‘Raised Like That’ and ‘Country Boys’, both of which appear on his 2023 debut album,Raised Like That.From my first interview with Johnston it was clear that he had taken his time to develop his craft, and art, as a performer and songwriter. He’d played in bars and pubs even if only the bar staff were present; he spent time in Nashville writing dozens of songs

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39:03

Storyteller, performer, dream weaver Lisa De Angelis...

Sunburnt Country Music ·

2024/09/03

Lisa De Angelis grew up in Sydney and now lives in Brisbane, where she makes cowboy music for city slickers.She is a multifaceted artist who seamlessly blends her talents as a songwriter, performer, and storyteller. She’s also a dream to interview, giving thoughtful, interesting and often funny answers, so I hope you enjoy listening to this conversation as much as I enjoyed having it.The reason for the chat was the release of her new single, ‘Wildwood (Time to Grow Up), and De Angelis opens up about

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22:59

Ella Powell: From teenage songwriting to The End of...

Sunburnt Country Music ·

2024/09/02

Ella Powell has a habit of writing and recording truly lovely songs, including the singles ‘Along the Way’, ‘Country Love’ and ‘Paper Town’. She’s now collecting these singles in an EP,The End of the Beginning, to mark this creative part of her life.In this interview Powell shares insights into her artistic evolution, the joys and challenges of collaboration, and the lessons she's learned as an emerging independent artist.The Storytelling Essence of Ella Powell's MusicPowell’s songs have always been

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26:36

Discovering the Honky Tonk Dreams of Dave Kent

Sunburnt Country Music ·

2024/09/01

Dave Kent is a singer-songwriter from the south-west of Western Australia who cut his musical teeth in punk and in Margaret River.He has released the singles ’80 Proof’ and ‘Country Music’ and his third single is ‘Honky Tonk Dreams’.The Beginnings of a Musical JourneyKent’s musical roots can be traced back to his childhood, where he was exposed to the The Beatles and classical music during family road trips. It was the discovery of the iconic British band Oasis, however, that truly ignited his love

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20:15

Braydin Good and the story behind his new single...

Sunburnt Country Music ·

2024/08/31

In this insightful interview, I talk with rising Sydney-based artist Braydin Good to discuss his musical journey, the inspiration behind his latest single ‘Honest’, and his experiences playing live in Sydney.Good’s love for music was ignited at a young age, with his father teaching him to sing and play guitar in early childhood, with Good recording his first song in his dad's friend's studio before he even reached the age of five - although he hopes that recording never sees the light of day

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37:43

Dean Weston: A musical journey from childhood to...

Sunburnt Country Music ·

2024/08/30

Dean Weston, an artist hailing from the central coast of New South Wales, has had a remarkable musical journey that has spanned decades. His lifelong passion for music began in childhood, when he and his sister received their first guitars for Christmas.As a young musician, Weston found inspiration in the music of his parents' record collection, which included the likes of Elvis Presley, The Beatles, Fleetwood Mac, and Neil Diamond.‘There were always records playing in the house,’ he says, ‘and the

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24:35

Adele Oliver and the wild ride of 'Wiley Blue'

Sunburnt Country Music ·

2024/08/27

Adele Oliver grew up in the wheatbelt of Western Australia and now lives in Broome. She grew up partly in the adrenaline-fuelled world of car racing and her favourite sport now is rodeo – and it led to the creation of her latest single, ‘Wiley Blue’. The song's origins lie in a chance encounter with a bull of the same name, which was ridden at a rodeo by her partner at the time. In the song Oliver weaves the narrative of the bull ride into a metaphor for a relationship, capturing the intensity and

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34:36

Capturing precious moments: Saralyn’s heartwarming...

Sunburnt Country Music ·

2024/08/25

Saralynis a singer and songwriter from the Hunter Valley in New South Wales who released her first single last year in the wake of attending a songwriting retreat at Kasey Chambers’s Rabbit Hole Studio. Since then Saralyn has consistently released lovely singles, and consolidated her impact by just winning the 2024 Mother Tone Talent Search at the Gympie Music Muster.It was clear from speaking to Saralyn that she takes nothing for granted, in life and in music, and that she makes the most of any

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28:46

Lucy Parle: Rising country music star and 'Best of...

Sunburnt Country Music ·

2024/08/24

At 21 years of age Lucy Parle has already released an EP and several singles. She took out first place in the teen category of the International Songwriting Competition in 2020 and was named a standout performer in Triple J's Unearthed High in 2020 and 2021. In this interview, we delve into Parle’s beginnings in the EP course at Palm Studios to her recent successes, including her latest single, ‘Best of Me’.Parle’s love for country music has been a constant throughout her life, with influences

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28:24

‘Next Heartbeat’: Sandee Facy's poignant musical tribute

Sunburnt Country Music ·

2024/08/21

Originally from Michigan in the USA, singer, songwriter and performerSandee Facynow lives in Melbourne. Her musical journey is one of passion, perseverance, and profound personal experiences.Facy’s musical roots run deep, as I discovered during our recent interview, in which she recounts her early days training as a mezzo-soprano at the prestigious Interlochen School of Music in Michigan. This rigorous training laid the foundation for her powerful and emotive vocal delivery.Growing up in a household

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26:53

Melanie Dyer: Unveiling the story behind 'Had to Be...

Sunburnt Country Music ·

2024/08/20

Melanie Dyer is a rising star in Australian country music, captivating audiences with her irresistible blend of country and pop. In a recent interview, she opened up about her creative process, the inspiration behind her latest single ‘Had to Be There’, and the exciting plans for her upcoming East Coast tour.Dyer's musical journey has been marked by a series of accolades, including Golden Guitar nominations and an APRA Professional Development Award, all of which have contributed to her growing

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47:13

Luke O'Shea beats a Different Drum

Sunburnt Country Music ·

2024/08/19

Luke O’Shea has won 16 Golden Guitars for his albums and his videos, including the single‘South East Queensland’from his albumDifferent Drum.In this interview, we delve into the stories, inspirations, and creative processes that have shaped his acclaimed albums and live performances. O’Shea’s music is a testament to his dedication to the craft of storytelling through song, from the poignant ‘South East Queensland’, to ‘Next Best Thing’ (with Ashleigh Dallas) to the nostalgic ‘South Beach Strip’,

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35:47

Billie-Jo Porter howls at the moon and heads out on tour

Sunburnt Country Music ·

2024/08/17

Singer-songwriter Billie-Jo Porterwas a 2022 Toyota Star Maker Grand Finalist and she released her self-titled debut albumlast year. She now has a brand-new single, ‘Howl at the Moon’, whichis all about the liberating power of embracing our primal instincts.Our conversation begins with the inspiration behind ‘Howl at the Moon’ as Porter recounts a serendipitous moment at a twilight show, where she was mesmerised by the rising moon and encouraged the audience to let out a collective howl. We talk a

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38:57

Kirsty Lee Akers returns to the Gympie Muster, with...

Sunburnt Country Music ·

2024/08/14

Kirsty Lee Akers is the only artist in history to have won three of the major prizes in Australian country music - Toyota Star Maker, Telstra Road to Tamworth, and a Golden Guitar - and she’s done it with a combination of great songs and high-energy live performance. Her most recent album,Wild, took the #1 spot on the ARIA Country chart, it was the fourthhighest-selling country record in 2022 and received two Golden Guitar nominations. Kirsty also launched a new band, Rhinestoned, and she’s

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