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This week’s conversation is with special guest Aaron Syrjanen, a versatile guitarist and esteemed session musician based in Melbourne.
I would love a family-tree type visualisation of the many musicians that Aaron speaks about in this episode; a great web of the music theatre musicians world and the expanding and linked connections to other areas of session musicians and artists in the Melbourne scene. Aaron is a very talented guitarist and we have a great conversation catching up on his experiences from the last few years. We discuss the stress and excitement of being a ‘dep’ on professional music theatre shows, go back to how he got started on guitar and all the different influences he’s had over the years.
Aaron's recent collaborations include work with notable artists such as Elly Poletti, Erin Cornell, Mayfield, Katie Weston, Les Gyori, Drew Downing, The Chantoozies, Ryan Ritchie, showcasing his broad range and adaptability. Aaron has also worked on the following musicals full time in Melbourne: Bring it On (2019), The Wedding Singer (2022), Elvis: A Musical Revolution (2023), and depped on Girl from North Country (Melbourne and Canberra), The Wedding Singer (Sydney), Hairspray, 9-5, Blume, and Moulin Rouge.
Beyond performing, Aaron is dedicated to nurturing the next generation of musicians, teaching guitar at various schools across Melbourne.
The conversation is now available on all streaming platforms, YouTube and our website.
For more info and links to music, visit our website:
aredrummersmusicians.com/conversations/aaronsyrjanen
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This week on the podcast, we have the talented special guest, Jess Singleton a.k.a. Sidney. Recorded 20 weeks ago, the continued growth of her recent social media success is evident, based on the numbers discussed only a few months ago when compared with the enormous amounts of followers and streamers she currently has across various platforms.
Jess is an indie-pop singer-songwriter who performs and releases music under her stage name, Sidney. With two EPs and multiple singles under her belt, she has amassed hundreds of thousands of streams on Spotify, had her songs played on Australian Radio, performed headline shows and, supported major artists like Angus and Julia Stone, The Reubens and Tiny Habits from the US.
Beyond her original music, Jess has also carved out a successful niche as a wedding singer, providing acoustic music for ceremonies and receptions across Australia. Jess sings and plays both guitar and piano. She has gained additional recognition on social media, where her bridal entrance mashup videos on her instagram account have gone viral, amassing millions of views.
Join us as we delve into Jessie’s journey as a musician, exploring her creative processes, and discussing the challenges and successes of balancing a career in original music with her thriving wedding singing business.
It’s always interesting when siblings do things together, and so this episode is no exception - there’s some fun stories, a little poking fun, laughter, banter, awkwardness, and close moments. It’s very special seeing all that she has accomplished, having seen first hand how far Jess has come and how hard she has worked to get there. So I feel very lucky to now be in her shadow in the music scene, and to have had her on the podcast.
The conversation is now available on all streaming platforms, YouTube and our website.
For more info and links to music, visit our website:
aredrummersmusicians.com/conversations/sidney
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Hannie was all smiles and despite feelings of imposter syndrome, was a fun conversationalist who shared her stories about her music in a raw and genuine way. Hannie Day, is an emerging original artist in the indie/alternative/grunge scene and had just had her first ‘tour’ experience playing a support set with local girl band The Vovos.
We discuss her personal and feelings-based lyrics, her journey with music as a listener and music-maker, living in Switzerland and the difficulties of relocating to Melbourne, and getting ready to record her first songs in the studio.
Today we're joined by Hannie Day, a bedroom folk-grunge artist from Melbourne finding her place in the local music scene. Hannie's music, characterised by a delicate voice and catchy melody, often hides dark lyrics over the top of some acoustic and distortion fun. Although born in Melbourne and raised in Switzerland, she documents life in Melbourne’s inner north with both the homesick love of a local and the wide-eyed wonder of a traveller.
Influenced by the folk rock of Big Thief and the emotional grunge of Slow Pulp, Hannie is just beginning to find her footing, having played her first gigs last year both solo and with a band.
Join us as we chat about her recent experience as the support act on tour with The Vovos, moving back to Melbourne and her preparation to enter the studio and record her first single.
The podcast is now available on all streaming platforms and YouTube.For more info and links to music, visit our website:
aredrummersmusicians.com/conversations/hannieday
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JT arrived with a big smile and dressed in blacks; a true Melbournian. Having just finished an arena tour with Gretta Ray (at the time of recording), we chat about a whole range of things from the big gigs to his various behind-the-scenes roles. We discuss recording, touring, ‘tracks’, being a good ‘hang’ on tour, musicality and his journey as a musician. And he even sneaks in a couple questions about me. Join us for a great conversation and get to know more about this talented musician.
JT is a multi-instrumentalist, producer, musical director, and playback technician who has just wrapped up an arena tour playing drums for Gretta Ray. A graduate of Monash University with a Bachelor of Music in Jazz and Contemporary Performance on the drums, JT is not only a skilled performer but also a sought-after session musician and producer. His career features diverse collaborations with artists like Gretta Ray, Lotte Gallagher, Shannen James, Holy Holy, Fergus James, Allday, Clews, Japanese Wallpaper, and George Alice, and Tones and I. JT has played venues across Australia, from intimate band rooms to massive stadiums, and boasts an ever-expanding discography of recording credits from his various roles.
Proudly endorsed by leading drum brands, JT has quickly established himself as a go-to talent in the industry, not only on drums but also as a producer and recording engineer. He maintains a studio space where he also does remote drum tracking and production work. JT embodies the spirit of modern musicianship; he is talented, hardworking, and a great hang. And if you're a fan of Triple J, you may not know his name, but you've definitely heard many tracks that he's worked on.
Join us as we delve into his journey through the music industry, discuss his experiences on the road, and explore his behind-the-scenes roles as well.
The podcast is now available on all streaming platforms and YouTube.
For more info and links to music, visit our website:
aredrummersmusicians.com/conversations/jtmcrae
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This week's special guest is Aaron Schembri, a talented guitarist and songwriter who has carved out a solid reputation in the Australian music scene.
Aaron had just stepped off the plane after being in Sydney and came directly to Luke’s place, where conversation launched into Aaron’s work as a guitarist with artists like The Wiggles, Ross Wilson and Renee Geyer. They discuss Aaron’s original music, including his 2 previous albums and a (at the time of recording) yet-to-be-released single, as well as his journey with music, influences, experiences, vinyl and more!
Aaron has released two albums and 12 singles, featuring collaborations with Australian music legends such as Ross Wilson, Normie Rowe, and Paul Norton. Beyond his solo work, Aaron's career has been enriched by his relationships with iconic figures like the late Ross Hannaford of Daddy Cool, who mentored him from a young age. He has also toured as a guitarist with legends including Renee Geyer, Ross Wilson for the 50th Anniversary of 'Eagle Rock', and arena shows with The Wiggles.
Join us as we delve into Aaron’s musical journey from his beginnings in Reservoir to major stages across Australia, and his latest single, ‘Breaking Chains’.
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This week our special guest is Jake Amy, a Melbourne/Naarm based session pianist, producer, audio engineer and social justice journalist.
There are so many topics that we discuss in this episode; nu-jazz, social justice, discrimination and diversity in the music scene, early music listening, the long drives to uni, improvised music, producing, touring, synth systems, Gender diversity in music - and so much more!
Jake Amy has quickly become one of Australia’s most in-demand keyboardists, performing alongside a diverse range of Australian and international artists, including ARIA Music Award winner Kaiit, gold-selling artist Wafia, and South Sudan’s “King of Music” Gordon Koang. Jake has experience as a bandleader, band member and session musician, touring locally, and internationally, recording and appearing on TV. Jake has supported internationally renowned artists such as Chaka Khan, Nile Rodgers, Thundercat, Cory Henry, Sampa The Great, Masego, Hiatus Kaiyote, Joy Crookes and Odette.
Jake leads a nu-jazz trio that has received multiple grants, featured on local radio, and released their debut album 'Doom' last year.
To find out more, visit aredrummersmusicians.com/conversations/jakeamy
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This conversation was recorded at the home of the very special guest, Daniel Farrugia!We discussed his original music project, the albums he released, listening to music on long drives with family, the home recording experience, touring, previous work with Angus and Julia Stone, his current gig with The Cat Empire, and so much more!Daniel Farrugia has established himself as one of Australia’s most sought-after musicians for both recording and touring. Contributing to a vast array of projects, he is perhaps best known for his collaborations with The Cat Empire, Luke Howard Trio, Angus and Julia Stone, Tina Arena, The Bamboos, Missy Higgins, Renee Geyer, and Tinpan Orange.In 2018, Farrugia released his first solo album, 'Drums & Omnichord, Amongst Other Things', followed by 'Replicants' in 2021 and 'Avalanche' last year (2023).I’ve been a big fan of Danny’s music for a long time, from his session work in the studio, live drumming and his original music too, so it was special to be able to record one of our chats about his various musical adventures, and a real honour to be able to have him as part of this project.To listen, for more info and for links to music, visit our website:aredrummersmusicians.com
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Today, we’re chatting with Abbey Rose, a Canadian-born, Darwin-raised songwriter who has made a significant mark in Melbourne/Naarm. Abbey skillfully blends rich lyricism with catchy hooks and deep grooves, influenced by R&B, Hip Hop, Jazz, and Rock. Her music, deeply personal and introspective, features soulful vocals and a hip-hop flair that critics celebrate for its perfect mix of swagger and vulnerability.
Beginning her career in Darwin, Abbey opened for acts like NGAIIRE and Emma Louise before relocating to Melbourne to study Jazz Improvisation. Here, she honed her vocal skills, formed a live band, and emerged as a distinctive storyteller, also known for her work with the fem-hop group The Mamas.
Join us as we delve into Abbey’s musical journey, her distinctive style, and discuss how she uses personal stories to create music that is both vulnerable and powerful.
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This is Part 2 of our conversation with Mal Sedergreen - accomplished and highly regarded jazz saxophonist and educator.
This episode contains the final podcast segments and additional conversations that arose in between.
This conversation is a real journey, and our first two-part episode due to the length of our conversation and interesting style of discussion that arose, so strap yourselves in for a long and entertaining conversation with this special musician. We discussed authenticity, music, his early days playing football and working various jobs, reverence for music, flue, soprano saxophone, The Jazz Family, and so much more!
Mal has a rich background in jazz, blues, and improvisation, having performed at all major national festivals and venues, and internationally. He has shared the stage with prominent artists such as James Morrison, Don Burrows, Bob Sedergreen, Brian Brown, Ted Vining, Bernie McGann, and Allan Browne. Additionally, he has supported international legends including Branford Marsalis, BB King, Ray Charles, the Phillip Morris Superband, David Sanborn, Nat Adderley, and McCoy Tyner. He has also twice toured nationally with blues legend Jimmy Witherspoon.
For more info and links to music, visit our website:
aredrummersmusicians.com/conversations/malsedergreen
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This week on the podcast we sat down with accomplished and highly regarded jazz saxophonist and educator, Mal Sedergreen.
This conversation is a real journey, and our first two-part episode due to the length of our conversation and interesting style of discussion that arose, so strap yourselves in for a long and entertaining conversation with this special musician. We discussed authenticity, music, his early days playing football and working various jobs, reverence for music, flue, soprano saxophone, The Jazz Family, and so much more!
Mal has a rich background in jazz, blues, and improvisation, having performed at all major national festivals and venues, and internationally. He has shared the stage with prominent artists such as James Morrison, Don Burrows, Bob Sedergreen, Brian Brown, Ted Vining, Bernie McGann, and Allan Browne. Additionally, he has supported international legends including Branford Marsalis, BB King, Ray Charles, the Phillip Morris Superband, David Sanborn, Nat Adderley, and McCoy Tyner. He has also twice toured nationally with blues legend Jimmy Witherspoon.
For more info and links to music, visit our website:
aredrummersmusicians.com/conversations/malsedergreen
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Fresh back from performing in the UK, we sat down with special guest Lillian Albazi.
Lillian is a multi-talented musician; a jazz vocalist, alt-indie band leader, and noise rock collaborator. We discussed lots, furthering the title question, ‘Are vocalists musicians?’, and Lillian shares a wide range of perspectives and experiences from her life in the music scene, in Australia and abroad.
Lillian was invited to perform with her jazz outfit at the Melbourne International Jazz Festival while studying for a Bachelor of Music at Monash University. She has since established herself in the Australian music scene, playing at numerous clubs and festivals nationwide and headlining at the Melbourne Recital Centre. Lillian also leads the Melbourne alt/indie rock band Great ~ Falls, which released their debut EP last year, and has recently joined the US noise rock/post-metal band Great Falls.
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Megan Burslem is an engaging storyteller who shares her journey from a young musician to PhD and now radio host with ABC Classic.
Dr. Megan Burslem is a violist, educator, and researcher who is leading the charge in fresh conversations about music in the contemporary landscape. Megan is a radio presenter and host of Classic Breakfast on ABC Classic. In previous years, she hosted Mornings on ABC Jazz and Classic Drive on ABC Classic.
We touch on various topics, including school music programs, tertiary music education, gender and music, musicology, practice, composers, finding her niche, life, conversations, music history and tradition, exploring the ABC music library, Australian composers, the audience, listening to unfamiliar music, curating music as a presenter, working with a producer, creating authentic art, valuing music, film and video game music, and music as a trade. It was a great time, and I’m grateful to have been hosted by Megan to continue the value of in-person conversations.
Visit our website for the list of Megan’s 10 favourite female composers at the moment, links to her radio show and engaging instagram account:
aredrummersmusicians.com/conversations/meganburselm
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This was a fun, informative, and philosophical chat with Alistair Kerr, one of Australia's leading exponents of Brazilian percussion and jazz drumming, and the musical director of Panorama Brasil. Al shares insightful perspectives and experiences from his life as a musician, his motivations and inspirations, and even broad stroke lessons in the basics of various Brazilian rhythms and styles he has studied.
Al has recorded and performed extensively with jazz and Brazilian artists at major festivals and venues across Australia and has extensive study and performance experience in Brazil and the USA. Al's academic achievements are also impressive, with undergraduate and master's degrees from Canberra, and a PhD from the University of Melbourne titled, ‘A Cannibalist's Manifesto: Candomblé Rhythms for Drum Kit.’ He is also committed to education, giving masterclasses nationwide and teaching at various institutions, including Monash University.
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Ann Blackburn is our special guest this week, a full-time oboist with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra (MSO).
Ann was very generous to share so much with us, and I learnt a lot in this conversation. We dive further into the classic music scene as Ann shares about life as an orchestral musician, its pros and cons, practice and performances, ‘winning a job’, study, comradery, and even reed-making.
Ann has had a prolific career, performing with essentially all major Australian professional orchestras, the Australian and Victorian Operas, and worked internationally with orchestras and her chamber group, including in Germany, New Zealand and Malaysia. She has held the second oboe chair with the MSO since 2013.
For more information and links to videos of Ann teaching reed making basics and playing, visit our website:
https://www.aredrummersmusicians.com/conversations/annblackburn
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This is a fun and philosophical chat with composer and piano accompanist Tim Mallis, as we dive into his experiences, perspectives and unique roles. Tim draws on his various experiences with the Australian and Victorian Operas, Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, Australian Boys Choir, and work as a freelance accompanist and composer to ask and answer many, many questions;
What is AI doing to the music industry? What does a surtitlist do at the opera? Do you think about the audience when you make music? How much influence does an accompanist have? Do fish actually dream because their eyes don’t blink? Listen to find out more.
Visit our website for links to Tim's website, music, videos, pictures and more here:
https://www.aredrummersmusicians.com/conversations/timmallis
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Full of life, laughs and wisdom, this chat with singer, DJ and producer Amber Ferraro was a great time! She’s doing great things as lead vocalist of her band, Honey, and with the Sunshine and Disco Faith Choir, and rapidly reached success as a DJ, with a regular local residency at One Six One nightclub and performances supporting international acts including Luuk Van Dyke, Kolter, and DJ Koze. Join us as we chat about her music, recordings, performances, bands, DJing, and creating a special experience with Crozier called Silhouette.
For music, photos, clips and more about Amber, head to our webiste:
https://www.aredrummersmusicians.com/conversations/amberferraro
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This week we are speaking with Peter Carolane; keys and organ player, session musician, bandleader and co-founder of new record label, North Fitzroy Records. We chat about lots, from Peter’s journey with music, life at the Melbourne Con in the 90s, performance and academic pursuits, playing contemporary music and developing a passion for recording and production. This was a fun chat with Peter before he went on a short tour of China and Japan with Tamas Wells, and we got to chat about the records he’s been making with his band The Anti-Fall Movement too.
For pictures, links, music, and more, head to our website:
https://www.aredrummersmusicians.com/conversations/petercarolane
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Join us for a chat with Elliot Lamb - a talented trombonist, vocalist, and composer. We cover a lot of ground, discussing their journey with music, developing a sound and place in the local scene, co-running the Jazzlab Orchestra, getting commissioned for a composition and the struggles and triumphs that process which led to their suite, ‘Between Worlds.’ Ellie is a regular presence in the local jazz scene as well as having performed at all major jazz festivals here and worked in various jazz-adjacent and contemporary music contexts. An old friend and special human, I had a great time catching up with them and hope you enjoy this conversation too.
For links to their music and instagram, visit out website here.
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Today's conversation features the legendary drummer Tony Floyd, one of the most sought-after drummer/percussionists in Australia.
Tony's extensive list of collaborations includes work with Men at Work, The Black Sorrows, Things of Stone and Wood, Kate Ceberano, The Eurogliders, Deborah Conway, Gurrumul, Missy Higgins, Vince Jones, Renee Geyer, and he has also backed internationally renowned figures like Hugh Jackman, Joe Chindamo, Eartha Kitt, and Lee Konitz.
Join us as we delve into Tony's musical journey, explore his remarkable achievements and discuss his enduring passion for music.
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Join us today as we sit down with singer and guitarist Paul Davies. We quickly dive into a gear chat rabbit hole, where Paul shares his passion for vintage Gibson guitars, details his quest for the perfect instrument, and provides a comprehensive rig rundown.
Alongside gear talk, Paul discusses his musical fulfilment, various projects, and collaborations. He also highlights his recent venture—a tribute act dedicated to music icons—that has been captivating audiences and selling out performances. We'll delve into their past successes and look ahead to upcoming shows.
For more details, links and videos of Paul, head to our website:
https://www.aredrummersmusicians.com/conversations/pauldavies
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