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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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All Episodes

23:01

Cil

This Song Is Yours ·

2025/06/01

Our guest today is rising pop star Cil. The Colorado-born, LA-based singer and songwriter makes hypnotic R&B-infused pop that’s as emotionally raw as it is sonically slick—and she’s quickly becoming one of the most exciting new voices in the genre. With co-signs from the likes of Stevie Nicks and praise from Billboard and V Magazine, she’s already made waves with singles like “Bloodsucker” and “One More Shot.” Today, Cil releases her new EP don’t hold me accountable—a bold, emotionally ch...

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22:40

Mt. Joy

This Song Is Yours ·

2025/05/29

Our guests today are beloved indie-rock five-piece Mt. Joy. Originally from Philadelphia, the band has seen a huge rise over the past few years off the back of their 2022 record Orange Blood—selling out venues like Madison Square Garden and Red Rocks, touring with The Lumineers, and collaborating with artists like Maren Morris. Now, they return with Hope We Have Fun, their fourth studio album and a vibrant, emotionally charged collection that captures the raw, live energy that’s become a hall...

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33:55

Brandon

This Song Is Yours ·

2025/05/27

Our guest today is Los Angeles-based singer and songwriter Brandon. The multi-instrumentalist makes music that floats between alternative, R&B, and modern folk—crafting some of the smoothest, most delicate sounds you’ll hear this year. With the release of his entirely self-produced debut album Before You Go, Brandon has firmly carved out a space of his own, drawing comparisons to artists like Dijon, Mk.Gee, and Frank Ocean. It’s a beautifully restrained collection of alt-R&B, rich wit...

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42:18

OK Go (Damian Kulash)

This Song Is Yours ·

2025/05/22

Our guests today are the beloved and endlessly inventive indie rock band OK Go. Originally from Chicago, the band has carved one of the most unconventional paths in modern music—catapulting to global fame with a viral video and going on to earn billions of streams, chart-topping hits, and accolades including three VMAs and a GRAMMY. Last month, OK Go returned with And The Adjacent Possible, their first full-length album in over a decade—a rich, sonically adventurous collection that showcases ...

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26:37

Bliss N Eso

This Song Is Yours ·

2025/05/21

Our guests today are Australian hip-hop royalty—Bliss N Eso. Over the past two decades, the duo have carved out a legendary place in the country’s music scene, earning multiple ARIA Awards and releasing eight studio albums without ever compromising their unique voice. 2025 is already shaping up to be huge, with the release of their new single “Chemical Heart – Geed Up,” a bold reimagining of the Grinspoon classic, and the announcement of The Moon (The Dark Side)—a follow-up to last month’s ch...

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29:13

Tyne-James Organ 2.0

This Song Is Yours ·

2025/05/15

Our guest today is Australian indie singer-songwriter Tyne-James Organ. Since first emerging in 2016, the Wollongong-born artist has become one of the country’s most beloved live performers, earning a loyal following through his emotionally resonant songwriting and captivating stage presence. Today marks the release of his brilliant second album The Other Side—a powerful and personal record that sees Tyne expanding his sound with even greater nuance and depth. Reuniting with longtime producer...

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28:06

spill tab

This Song Is Yours ·

2025/05/13

Our guest today is the genre-defying alt-pop artist and producer spill tab. The project of Claire Chicha, spill tab blends elements of jazz, indie, pop, funk, and classical into a playful yet emotionally rich sound that’s hard to pin down—in the best possible way. With collaborations alongside Gus Dapperton and Matilda Mann, and tour dates supporting Sabrina Carpenter and Wallows, spill tab has steadily emerged as one of the most exciting experimental voices in alt-pop. Later this week, she’l...

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28:48

Spacey Jane

This Song Is Yours ·

2025/05/08

Our guests today are none other than Aussie indie rock royalty, Spacey Jane. The Perth four-piece has spent the past few years rising to the top of Australia’s music scene—collecting ARIA and AIR Awards for their first two records Sunlight and Here Comes Everybody, and building a devoted global following along the way. Now, they return with their third studio album If That Makes Sense—a lush and expansive project that sees the band slowing down, reflecting, and intentionally crafting their mo...

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27:16

Anna Shoemaker

This Song Is Yours ·

2025/05/06

Our guest today is indie pop songwriter Anna Shoemaker. Now based in Los Angeles, Anna recently released her brilliant second album Somebody Should Stop Her—a bold, emotionally raw collection that moves away from the synth-led sound of her debut in favour of organic instrumentation and introspective songwriting that captures the messiness of young adulthood. The record has been widely praised and helped land Anna a coveted support slot on Mallrat’s US tour. In today’s episode, we chat with An...

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16:08

Blondshell

This Song Is Yours ·

2025/05/01

Our guest today is the phenomenal indie rock songwriter Blondshell. The project of Los Angeles-based artist Sabrina Teitelbaum first made waves in 2023 with her self-titled debut, which earned critical acclaim worldwide for its raw, intense guitar work and sharp lyricism. Today, she returns with her second album If You Asked for a Picture, a bold and emotionally layered evolution that explores themes of control, self-awareness, and growth. In this episode, we chat with Sabrina about the makin...

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29:02

Jensen McRae

This Song Is Yours ·

2025/04/29

Our guest today is the brilliant singer-songwriter Jensen McRae. Known for her ability to craft songs that are both deeply personal and strikingly universal, the folk-pop artist has toured with the likes of Noah Kahan, MUNA, and Amos Lee, and earned admiration from artists including Maisie Peters and Gretta Ray. Last week, Jensen released her stunning sophomore album I Don’t Know How But They Found Me—a haunting, beautifully detailed collection exploring change, heartbreak, and acceptance thr...

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27:16

Beach Bunny

This Song Is Yours ·

2025/04/23

Our guests today are Chicago-based indie favourites Beach Bunny. Originally launched as a solo project by front-woman Lili Trifilio, the band has grown into a powerhouse of guitar-driven power pop—earning multi-platinum singles, critical acclaim, and viral success with tracks like “Cloud 9.” This week, they return with their third album Tunnel Vision, a bold collection that sees them reconnect with their guitar roots after experimenting with synths on their previous release. In today’s episod...

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28:03

Black Country, New Road

This Song Is Yours ·

2025/04/20

Our guests today are the beloved British indie collective Black Country, New Road. The acclaimed art-rock band recently returned with their third studio album Forever Howlong—a bold and beautiful leap forward in both sound and spirit. Following the 2022 departure of frontman Isaac Wood—just before the release of their beloved second album Ants From Up There—the six remaining members embraced a new, collaborative direction. With no single frontperson, the group now shares the spotlight, crafti...

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16:45

Slowdive

This Song Is Yours ·

2025/04/17

Our guests today are shoegaze legends Slowdive. Formed in Reading, England in 1989, the iconic five-piece helped shape the genre’s soundscape with their seminal 1993 record Souvlaki. After reforming in 2014, they’ve continued to tour and create new music—most recently with their critically acclaimed 2023 album everything is alive. Following a successful Australian tour that same year, the band returns to our shores later this month. In today’s episode, we’re joined by bassist Nick Chaplin to ...

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22:57

Isabel LaRosa

This Song Is Yours ·

2025/04/15

Our guest today is rising alternative-pop star Isabel LaRosa. The Maryland-born artist grew up in a musical household—her father played saxophone, and she was writing songs with her brother Thomas from a young age. Fast forward to 2025, and Isabel has become one of pop’s most exciting new voices. With over 2 billion Spotify streams and recent nods from People Magazine and InStyle as an artist to watch, her momentum is undeniable. This week, she releases her debut album Raven—a dark, magnetic ...

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38:11

Ruby Gill 2.0

This Song Is Yours ·

2025/04/10

Our guest today is the extraordinary Ruby Gill. The South African-born, Naarm-based singer-songwriter has built a reputation for crafting music that’s both deeply introspective and sharply observant—capturing life’s most vulnerable moments while reflecting on the world around us. Last week, Ruby released her stunning second album, Some Kind of Control—a beautifully sparse and affecting record that blends dry wit, political insight, and emotional depth. In today’s episode, we welcome Ruby back...

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34:55

Sleigh Bells

This Song Is Yours ·

2025/04/08

Our guests today are none other than indie icons Sleigh Bells. For the past 15 years, the genre-blending duo of Alexis Krauss and Derek Miller have fused hip-hop, punk, pop, thrash, and techno into a sound that’s loud, chaotic, and entirely their own. With tracks like “Tell 'Em,” “Rill Rill,” and “Comeback Kid,” they’ve carved out a legacy and are often credited as early pioneers of what would later become hyperpop. Last Friday, they returned with their latest studio album, Bunky Becky Birthd...

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31:11

Ball Park Music 2.0

This Song Is Yours ·

2025/04/03

Our guests today are Australia’s favourite indie darlings, Ball Park Music. For over a decade, they’ve been one of the country’s most influential indie bands, earning ARIA, AIR, and APRA Award nominations while becoming triple J favourites since their 2011 debut, Happiness and Surrounding Suburbs. Today, they return with their eighth studio album, Like Love—a sonic evolution that leans into folk and singer-songwriter influences while keeping their signature Ball Park charm intact. In today’s ...

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30:27

Liz Stringer

This Song Is Yours ·

2025/04/01

Our guest today is beloved Australian singer-songwriter Liz Stringer. An AIR Award winner and staple of the Aussie music scene since 2006, she’s built an incredible career through both her solo work and her collaborations with Dyson Stringer Cloher. While best known for her indie and rock roots, Liz’s new album, The Second High, sees her embracing soul, jazz, and funk influences. Recorded in London with producer Beni Giles (Lianne La Havas), this seventh record feels like a creative reset—exp...

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21:42

Perfume Genius

This Song Is Yours ·

2025/03/27

Our guest today is alternative songwriter and artist Perfume Genius, the musical project of Mike Hadreas. For 15 years, he’s evolved from sparse acoustics to ‘80s pop, chamber pop, and alt-rock—earning Grammy and GLAAD nods and collaborating with Yeah Yeah Yeahs and Sharon Van Etten. Today, he releases his seventh album, Glory, a record that sees him expanding his sound once again, weaving in indie rock and Americana influences while maintaining his signature emotional depth. In today’s episo...

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