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This Song Is Yours

This Song Is Yours

This Song Is Yours is a music podcast where Simon Finck talks to some of the most brilliant music artists from across the globe about their songwriting craft, their creative methods, and some of the music that"s soundtracked their life.New shows are released each week.

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29:04

Crowded House

This Song Is Yours ·

2022/11/03

Ahead of headlining Harvest Rock Festival in South Australia, we've got Crowded House on the pod! The iconic Australian band has been playing together for over 35 years, and has won hearts the world over with their classic songwriting, including hits like 'Something So Strong', 'Fall At Your Feet', and 'Don't Dream It's Over'. Later this month, they're returning to Australian shores to play some shows and co-headline the Harvest Rock Festival with Jack White. In today's episode, we're speaking with

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23:42

Keelan Mak

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2022/11/01

We've got Keelan Mak joining us on the pod today! The alt-pop singer and songwriter is having an incredible year which has seen him sign to PIAS Australia and release his sophomore EP 'Brave Face'. In today's episode, we're speaking with Keelan about his brand new EP, being a latecomer to music, how his songwriting process works, and his advice for upcoming artists.Keelan Mak: Instagram / Facebook / SpotifyRead his essay from Atwood Magazine (discussed in the interview) here.Thanks again to Keelan

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25:32

Sly Withers return again!

This Song Is Yours ·

2022/10/27

The boys are back! Joining our super exclusive Third Timers Club, Jono and Sam from Sly Withers are our guests on the pod! The loveable indie-punk lads from Perth are releasing their massive third studio record today, entitled 'Overgrown'. In today's episode, we're speaking with Jono and Sam about the expansion of their sound on this new record, the success of 'Gardens', touring with bands they love, getting an orchestra budget from their label, and we give the guys a little gift.Sly Withers:

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27:09

Vera Blue

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2022/10/25

Pop songstress Vera Blue is our guest today! The indie-pop singer and songwriter is set to release her brilliant and bold new record 'Mercurial' later this week, and it sees her continue to bold upon the electronic pop vibes she previously honed on her first record. In today's episode, we're speaking with Vera Blue about learning to let go when it comes to songwriting, the influence of The Weeknd on this new record, getting back to touring after the pandemic, and we discuss the music of Harry Styles

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33:44

CLEWS

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2022/10/20

Lily from CLEWS is our guest today! The indie rock duo, made up of Lily and her sister Grace, recently released their brilliant single 'Everything is Heavy' and they'll be taking it across the country over the summer. In today’s episode, we’re speaking with Lily about songwriting with her sister Grace, finding Jeff Buckley in Year 6, synchronised dance moves, her experiences as a female identifying artist in the Australian music scene, and tour tips for young bands.CLEWS: Instagram / Facebook /

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31:40

CHVRCHES

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2022/10/18

We're celebrating 200 episodes with Lauren Mayberry from CHVRCHES! The Scottish electronic pop trio are returning to Australian shores in December to ring in the new year at Falls Festival and Heaps Good Festival. They're bringing their brilliant fourth record 'Screen Violence' with them, which uses horror imagery to address some of everyday lifes more dark subject matter. In today's episode, we're speaking with Lauren about the love affair that Australia has with the band, what scary movies she can

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17:56

MEDUZA

This Song Is Yours ·

2022/10/13

Recently in the country for Listen Out Festival, we've got MEDUZA on the pod! The electronic trio from Italy have been going from strength to strength since releasing their single 'Piece of Your Heart' (it even got nominated for a Grammy) and has since followed it up with singles featuring the likes of Dermot Kennedy, Becky Hill & Hozier. In today's episode, we're speaking with Luca, Matt & Simon from the band about their songwriting techniques, the band's origins, the misconception of

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18:18

Benson Boone

This Song Is Yours ·

2022/10/11

Rising pop star Benson Boone is our guest today! Imagine being DM'd by Imagine Dragons front-man Dan Reynolds and having the singer help further your career! This is reality for the songwriter and TikTok personality, known for his heartfelt ballads and viral videos. He was recently in Australia in support of the stunning EP he released earlier this year, entitled Walk Me Home. In today's episode, we're speaking with Benson about the unique way he found his voice, whether the label of a TikTok star

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27:20

easy life

This Song Is Yours ·

2022/10/06

We've got Murray from easy life on the pod! The UK five-piece, who make alternative music that blends hip-hop, bedroom pop, indie, and everything in between, are celebrating today as they release their brilliant second recordMaybe In Another Life.This record sees them expand their sonic palette and bring in guests such as Gus Dapperton, BENEE and Kevin Abstract. In today's episode, we're speaking with frontman Murray Matravers about how the recording process for this record differed from the first,

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27:06

Dayglow

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2022/10/04

Dayglow is our guest today! The Texan songwriter and producer came out strong during the pandemic with the viral hit 'Can I Call You Tonight', and has continued to garner praise for album releases such as Fuzzybrain and Harmony House. Later this week, he's releasing his third studio record People In Motion. In today's episode, we're speaking with Dayglow about how LCD Soundsystem influenced this new record, his songwriting craft, whether we'll ever see an acoustic album from him, and we discuss the

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32:24

Ruby Gill

This Song Is Yours ·

2022/09/29

We're talking birdwatching and Missy Higgins on the pod today with Ruby Gill! The South African raised, Melbourne based singer and songwriter has garnered praise from all over the world (NME, The Independent, KRCW, BBC 6) for her music, which is intimate, truthful and witty all at the same time. Earlier this month, she released her stunning debut record I’m gonna die with this frown on my face. In today's episode, we're speaking with Ruby about how songs hold different interpretations for others,

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29:36

Tyrone Noonan (george)

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2022/09/27

It's been 20 years since the release of Polyserena, and we're joined by original george front-man Tyrone Noonan. The brilliant debut record landed at Number 1 on the charts and catapulted both Tyrone and sister Katie Noonan into the public spotlight. To celebrate the 20th anniversary, the sibling duo is hitting the road to play Polyserena in full! In today's episode, we're speaking with Tyrone about how unique the record was in 2002, how the industry has changed since then, and touring with family

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17:09

The Amazons

This Song Is Yours ·

2022/09/22

UK indie rock band The Amazons are joining us on the pod! After having their last two records debut in the Top Ten in the UK Charts, The Amazons locked themselves away with Jim Abbiss (Arctic Monkeys, Adele) for the follow-up. Earlier this month, they returned with the brilliant'How Will I Know If Heaven Will Find Me?'. In today's episode, we're speaking with frontman Matt Thomson about their hook-laden music, working with Maggie Rogers, and when we'll see them in Australia next.You can buy How Will

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26:09

Jesswar

This Song Is Yours ·

2022/09/20

Jesswar is living big on the pod today! The Fijian Australian rapper, known for hits like 'BAD LIKE RIRI' and 'FELL IN LOVE', are dropping their debut mixtape later this week, entitledLIFE'S SHORT, LIVE BIG.In today's episode, we're speaking with Jesswar about expanding their sound for this mixtape, how nostalgia plays into their music, touring Australia, and we discuss the music of Remi Wolf.You can buy LIFE'S SHORT, LIVE BIG here.You can listen to Jesswar here.Jesswar Instagram:@jesswarThanks

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22:26

What So Not returns!

This Song Is Yours ·

2022/09/16

What So Not is once again joining us on the pod! The electronic music songwriter and producer is well-loved around the globe and has collaborated with artists such as Daniel Johns, Killer Mike, and DMAs. We're very lucky to have him on the pod, as today he's releasing his brilliant second recordAnomaly. In today's episode, we're speaking with Christopher Emerson (aka What So Not) about the sonic growth on this second record, how his creative process works, DJ-ing at a fan's house party, and why he

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29:52

Meg Mac

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2022/09/15

After multiple requests to get her on the pod, we're finally chatting with Meg Mac today! The much-loved singer and songwriter is returning after a three-year break with her third studio record, entitled Matter of Time. In today's episode, we're speaking with Meg about why a break was needed, working with songwriters/producers like PJ Harding and The Donuts (SZA, Kendrick Lamar), and whether we can expect to see her on tour soon (hint: we can).You can buy Matter of Time here.You can listen to Meg

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26:23

Quinn Christopherson

This Song Is Yours ·

2022/09/13

Anchorage-based singer and songwriter Quinn Christopherson is our guest on the pod. Having rose to fame in 2019 after winning NPR's Tiny Desk Contest, Quinn this week is showing us that good things come for those who wait and is releasing his debut record 'Write Your Name In Pink'. It is a beautiful record, which touches on community, family, and reflections on both good and bad experiences around him. In today's episode, we're speaking with Quinn about his beautiful songwriting craft, touring with

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18:21

YNG Martyr

This Song Is Yours ·

2022/09/08

YNG Martyr is the next big thing in Australian hip-hop, and he's on the pod today! Based in Canberra, the rapper/producer/songwriter currently has over 66 million streams for his track 'Nike Ticks' which soundtracked numerous memes and TikTok in 2019. Last week, he signed to Warner Music Australia and released his brand new single "IT HAPPENED". In today's episode, we're speaking with YNG Martyr about how gaming got him into music, his creative process, and he details his plans for global

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35:09

Montaigne

This Song Is Yours ·

2022/09/06

Montaigne joins us on the pod today! The Sydney-based singer-songwriter recently dropped their brilliant 3rd record 'Making It!',which sees the brilliant musician having some fun with David Byrne (Talking Heads) and delving into hyper-pop. In today's episode, we're speaking with Montaigne about their creative process, songwriting about aliens on earth, cold emailing David Byrne, and taking this record out onto the road.You can listen to Montaigne here.You can buy Making It! here.You can catch them

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27:51

Isabella Manfredi

This Song Is Yours ·

2022/09/01

We've got our best rhinestone boots on today because Isabella Manfredi is our guest! The acclaimed singer and songwriter has been tearing up the Australian music scene for over a decade now. Having only recently left indie band The Preatures and forged her own path to a solo career, she's celebrating today with the release of her first solo record, entitled Izzi. In today's episode, we're speaking with Isabella about stepping out on her own, weird recording sessions in Berlin, and how Atomic Kitten

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