Hidden Talent

28/03/2024

New track for today is 'Chill Move'. This track was a bit of an experiment in looping using Logic Pros clever 'Live Loops' feature while experimenting with same nice melodic ideas. Hope you enjoy.

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21/03/2024

Happy relaxing Friday. Todays new released today chill tune is out. "Yokocho" Best to listen after work in a relaxing mood.

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10/02/2023

Awesome new song by Jasmine Aleisha. The song is called Mr. Any ideas on what the song is about?

Just a lil tune I wrote many years ago 🎶

11/11/2021

The Live & Local Micro-Festival program is here!! Check it out and come along to support our local musicians and venues.

Live Music Office Youthconnect TRC Empire Theatre Regional Arts Services Network - RASN SWQ Regional Arts

07/04/2021

Today we are choosing what songs will go on my EP or maybe decide to do an album instead..? In this video Jasmine Aleisha and I go through a number of songs...

29/01/2021

Who wants to hear from some INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS??

Our wonderful hosts have been brainstorming new ideas to take our podcast to the next level! We've been thinking that maybe it's time we learn the tricks of the trade from the industry professionals. We want to learn what it takes to manage a musician, the process of producing a song, the ins and outs of owning a recording label and so much more. 🎶🎵🎤🎸

We were hoping YOU would want to learn this with us?
Drop a comment below and let us know if you like this idea, or maybe you have an idea for us? let us know what you think!

23/12/2020

Episode 37: Introducing 16 year old singer/songwriter and piano virtuoso Chandler Jay

https://hiddentalent.buzz/episode37

This week on Hidden talent we introduce you to Chandler Jay, a 16 year old emerging Singer-Songwriter from Brisbane.

We discuss Chandler's music studies, songwriting, recording and performing as well as finding out all we can about his latest release ‘Meant to be’.

You will discover so much about this very talented young performer and will definitely want to listen to his first four releases available on all streaming services.

18/12/2020

Episode 36: Introducing Caitlyn Shadbolt. From X-factor to the latest album release ‘Stages’

https://hiddentalent.buzz/episode36

In this episode we talk to the amazingly talented Caitlyn Shadbolt. We discuss recording an album during covid. The release of her new full length album ‘Stages’ as well as health, songwriting and of course we ask the 5 big questions that will answer all the questions that you have about Caitlyn.

In this episode we talk to the amazingly talented Caitlyn Shadbolt. We discuss recording an album during covid. The release of her new full length album ‘Stages’ as well as health, songwriting and of course we ask the 5 big questions that will answer all the questions that you have about Caitlyn...

09/12/2020

Episode 35: Introducing the talented guitarist, vocalist and music producer, Tim Hacquoil and his new EP ‘See Us’

https://hiddentalent.buzz/episode35

In this episode, we introduce you to a talented musician that started learning piano as a child. Then as a teenager, he began writing and performing his own music. After completing a Bachelor of Creative Arts at the University of Southern Queensland, he set his focus on recording and producing a solo E.P.

We discuss the EP writing and recording process as well as the value in studying music plus the origins of Bird and Mouse Productions, plus so much more.

In this episode, we introduce you to a talented musician that started learning piano as a child. Then as a teenager, he began writing and performing his own music. After completing a Bachelor of Creative Arts at the University of Southern Queensland, he set his focus on recording and producing a sol...

02/12/2020

Episode 34: The talented Matt Scullion takes us on an amazing journey around Australia with his music and stories.

https://hiddentalent.buzz/episode34

In this episode we spend some time with Matt Scullion, discussing the stories of his travels and his brilliant storytelling through his songs.

We discover his new song “1868” that details the amazing story of Australia’s first Aboriginal Cricket Team and find out who will play the part of Matt Scullion in his Hollywood release of ‘The Matt Scullion’ story.

Plus so much more…

In this episode we spend some time with Matt Scullion, discussing the stories of his travels and his brilliant storytelling through his songs. We discover his new song “1868” that details the amazing story of Australia’s first Aboriginal Cricket Team and find out who will play the part of Matt...

25/11/2020

Episode 33 – The talented Cass Hopetoun, Tamworth Country Music Talent Winner 2020

https://hiddentalent.buzz/episode33

In this episode we introduce you to Cass Hopetoun, the 2020 Tamworth Country Music Talent Winner.

We talk about Cass’s latest release ‘Fortuneteller’ and ‘Typical Bride’ & ‘Shots’ as well as finding out Cass’s background in musical theatre. We find out how the music video to ‘Shots’ was filmed and of course we talk about what is next for Cass.

In this episode we introduce you to Cass Hopetoun, the 2020 Tamworth Country Music Talent Winner. We talk about Cass's latest release ‘Fortuneteller’ and ‘Typical Bride’ & ‘Shots’ as well as finding out Cass’s background in musical theatre. We find out how the music video to ‘Shots.....

19/11/2020

Episode 32 – Sweet, hot and a little bit crazy, it’s time to meet the V***ns of Fall

https://hiddentalent.buzz/episode32

Spending time with the V***ns of Fall we discover their new music, ‘The long game’, we talk about sisters songwriting together and of course we discover the amazing harmonies and how they create their magic sound.

If you have ever wondered about the V***n dictionary, we have the answers for you here.

Join us as we discover these 3 amazingly talented ladies..

Spending time with the V***ns of Fall we discover their new music. ‘The long game’, we talk about sisters songwriting together and of course we discover the amazing harmonies and how they create their magic sound. If you have ever wondered about the V***n dictionary, we have the answers for you ...

07/11/2020

Episode 31: We meet the amazing and talented Courtney Keil and discover the #1 single “I Just Wanna Hold You”

https://hiddentalent.buzz/episode31

Talented Melbourne singer/songwriter Courtney Keil takes us behind the scenes of her #1 single “I Just Wanna Hold You”. We discuss co-writing, living in Melbourne, working with The Filmery and what is happening next in the Courtney Keil musical journey.

Courtney blasted onto the Australian Country Music scene with her debut single. Born on a deer farm in South Australia, she now calls Melbourne home. In her short career, she has already collaborated with some powerhouse names in the industry and her passion and dedication, together with years of preparation have now culminated into the release of her first commercial hit.

We meet the amazing and talented Courtney Keil and discover the #1 single “I Just Wanna Hold You” Talented Melbourne singer/songwriter Courtney Keil takes us behind the scenes of her #1 single “I Just Wanna Hold You”. We discuss co-writing, living in Melbourne, working with The Filmery and w...

05/11/2020

ANOTHER ONE!!!!! 🥳🥳

Talented Melbourne singer/songwriter Courtney Keil takes us behind the scenes of her #1 single “I Just Wanna Hold You”. We discuss co-writing, living in Melbourne, working with The Filmery and what is happening next in the Courtney Keil musical journey.

Be ready for our episode release tomorrow featuring the amazingly talented Courtney Keil!!!! 🤩

In the meantime checkout this AWESOME iso edition of her hit song "I Just Wanna Hold You"🎵🎶

01/11/2020

Episode 30: With 25 cents in the ashtray, let’s go to Nashville with Katrina Burgoyne.

https://hiddentalent.buzz/episode30

In this episode, we catch up with the talented Katrina Burgoyne. Discussing her amazing music, the awesome latest release of ‘ 25 cents in the ashtray’ and what it is like for an Aussie moving to Nashville.

Katrina has been described as one of Nashville’s newest and most exciting up and coming singer/songwriters. Originally from Gunnedah, this two-time Golden Guitar nominated singer/ songwriter’s impressive career in the Australian music industry includes a top 10 Australian Country Music ARIA Charting album, Australian Country Music People’s Choice Award, Australian Songwriters Association Country Song Of The Year, APRA Professional Development Award, Unsigned Only Country Song Of The Year and two top 10 music videos on Foxtel Country Music Channel. Her songs have topped the iTunes chart in NZ and Australia and Shazam in Ireland.

In this episode, we catch up with the talented Katrina Burgoyne. Discussing her amazing music, the awesome latest release of ' 25 cents in the ashtray' and what it is like for an Aussie moving to Nashville. Katrina has been described as one of Nashville's newest and most exciting up and coming singe...

24/10/2020

Episode 29: Introducing ‘You so smooth’ singer, dancer, choreographer Jennifer ‘Efa’ Mackenzie. (Efa Music)

In this episode we introduce you to Jennifer ‘Efa’ Mackenzie, a talented entertainer, singer-songwriter and dancer-choreographer originally from Northern NSW. Her music is relatable and her quirky choreography is contagious in a way that makes everybody both young and old want to dance.

We talk about Efa’s first single and music video release and the excitement of moving to the other side of Australia to study Performing Arts. We discuss having super powers and what it is that makes ‘You so Smooth’.
https://hiddentalent.buzz/episode29

In this episode we introduce you to Jennifer ‘Efa’ Mackenzie, a talented entertainer, singer-songwriter and dancer-choreographer originally from Northern NSW. Her music is relatable and her quirky choreography is contagious in a way that makes everybody both young and old want to dance. We talk ...

17/10/2020

Episode 28: We talk New Orleans Jazz and more with Cameron McCraken Smith

https://hiddentalent.buzz/episode28

We spent some time with the amazingly talented Cameron McCraken Smith.

We explore the world of Jazz, specifically New Orleans Jazz and we find out all about this wonderful music from a musician who is an absolute machine on the trumpet, a teacher, a songwriter and international touring artist.

Join us in this adventure into the amazing world of music with Cameron as we discuss The Magnificence, music teaching and so much more…

We spent some time with the amazingly talented Cameron McCraken Smith. We explore the world of Jazz, specifically New Orleans Jazz and we find out all about this wonderful music from a musician who is an absolute machine on the trumpet, a teacher, a songwriter and international touring artist. Join....

10/10/2020

Episode 27: Introducing the talented Ash Moore. Musician, songwriter, singer, producer and studio engineer.

https://hiddentalent.buzz/episode27

In this episode we are very pleased to welcome the other half of the Smooth Talk duo, Ash Moore. Ash is a musician, songwriter, singer, producer and studio engineer with many years experience in the music industry.

We talk about home studio recording, the release of ‘ I won’t let you down’ and how many guitars survived the video recording of ‘Battle on’…

In this episode we are very pleased to welcome the other half of the Smooth Talk duo, Ash Moore. Ash is a musician, songwriter, singer, producer and studio engineer with many years experience in the music industry. We talk about home studio recording, the release of ‘ I won’t let you down’ and...

03/10/2020

Episode 26: We discover the new single ‘He likes girls’ with Elle Rudd and what it’s like to be on radio.
https://hiddentalent.buzz/episode26

On this episode of Hidden Talent we have an amazingly talented guest. She writes her own music and sings songs inspired by 80’s power ballads, rock ‘n’ roll and country music.

We discuss Elle’s latest release ‘He likes girls’, the making of the music video for the release, along with the experience of being on radio and working with co-writer, musician and producer Ash Moore.

On this episode of Hidden Talent we have an amazingly talented guest. She writes her own music and sings songs inspired by 80’s power ballads, rock ‘n’ roll and country music. We discuss Elle’s latest release ‘He likes girls’, the making of the music video for the release, along with the...

01/10/2020

THIS IS.. The one, the only, Elle Rudd Music 🎵

In preparation for the release of our awesome podcast episode tomorrow, featuring Elle, we wanted to hype you all up and just show you how AWESOME she is!! 🎙

Stay tuned for our episode release tomorrow and in the meantime enjoy Elles first ever music video!! 🎸🎤🎵

26/09/2020

Episode 25: Inflatable Cacti, Indie Rock and Unfinished thoughts. We discover what it’s like to be part of The Cardboard Cutouts.

https://hiddentalent.buzz/episode25

On this episode of Hidden Talent we take you to South East Queensland to meet an Indie Rock band who love making original music for the world to hear!! We speak with Eliot and Jackson from Cardboard Cutouts about their music, merchandise, the singles ‘Insane’ and ‘Unfinished thoughts’ as well as their craziest gigs.

On this episode of hidden talent we take you to South East Queensland to meet an Indie Rock band who love making original music for the world to hear!! We speak with Eliot and Jackson from Cardboard Cutouts about their music, merchandise, the singles ‘Insane’ and ‘Unfinished thoughts’ as wel...

20/09/2020

Episode 24: Taking the music industry by storm, we chat to 10 year old musician Jake ‘Jakeycakes' Murdoch.

https://hiddentalent.buzz/episode24

At the tender age of 10, he has already accomplished an enviable career in the entertainment industry. From writing and recording to starring in an array of television commercials and even his cake baking skills, we talk about all this and more.

We discuss all things music with Jake Murdoch also know as Jakeycakes along with his biggest supporter and mum Nat.

At the tender age of 10, he has already accomplished an enviable career in the entertainment industry. From writing and recording to starring in an array of television commercials and even his cake baking skills, we talk about all this and more. We discuss all things music with Jake Murdoch also kno...

12/09/2020

We had the privilege to chat with - "The Princess of Australian Country Music. This lady exploded onto the Australian Music scene after winning Starmaker at the Tamworth Country Music Festival. She became the first Australian female country artist to have album sales reach platinum status and has toured all over Australia and internationally. She has performed at the Grand Ole Opry, sung for 2 BILLION people in Shanghai and the Tour of Duty Concert in East Timor alongside John Farnham & Kylie Minogue. With a string of number 1 hits, 9 albums, 5 Golden Guitars, 2 APRA awards and 4 Aria nominations under her belt, they don’t come any more talented than this. Somehow in between, she has managed to set up the highly successful Gina Jeffreys Workshops and founded the charity event Walk of Life.”

It was and always will be a privilege to talk to the amazing Gina Jeffreys! 🎙🎶🎵

https://hiddentalent.buzz/episode23?fbclid=IwAR1JMTwGmRw4Y9u2UGVbTxg_UWiwzRpV8e8_X5hjWeZlOqvqeSszQiPc6vA

In the interview, Gina Jeffreys talks about the early days, how her songwriting has evolved and the privilege of mentoring talented performers and songwriters in Australia. Gina also shares with us the story behind the single 'Cash' and the rumours about what music might be coming next...

07/09/2020

Hey to all of our wonderful songwriters and musicians! 👋
Chris Richter Academy Of Music has just come up with some awesome music courses that you might find a little interesting!

CHECK IT OUT!!! 👀

I have been playing not just guitar but many instruments for over 25 years. It is my passion. Having music in my life has given me the chance to meet amazing people, perform in front of thousand upon thousands of people and tour with bands across the world. Music is all about the experiences and I w...

07/09/2020

GUESS WHAT!! 🎶 We interviewed a very talented, incredibly generous, and inspiring musician who has absolutely rocked the music industry from the moment she stepped onto a stage. This wonderful musician is none other than Gina Jeffreys and this Saturday you will get to hear all about her AMAZING journey through the music industry.

CHECK OUT HER MUSIC!!.... AND HER PAGE TO SEE JUST HOW INSPIRING AND MOTIVATING SHE IS TO MUSICIANS ALL OVER AUSTRALIA!!! 🎵🎵🎸

Podcast released THIS Saturday 12/9/20! Don't forget to have a listen! 👂

06/09/2020

Check out Jacobs new song on triple J!!! 🙌

Jacob Dewberry is a new alternative rock artist hailing from Inverell in rural NSW. After growing up in his hometown performing in various grunge and rock bands, as well as touring Germany in 2019 with the “Joey’s Oz Music Tour” he has moved to Newcastle to study a bachelor of music and is rea...

05/09/2020

Episode 22: In this episode we spend some time with singer/songwriter Mark Lavender to discuss music, life and the single ‘Strong Man’.

https://hiddentalent.buzz/episode22

Today we have the absolute pleasure of speaking to a person who can only be described as an Australian country rock musician, multi instrumentalist and singer songwriter. Introducing Mark Lavender. We talk about live music and recording the single ‘Strong Man’. We also discuss the music video recording process and talk about Marks songwriting.

Mark Lavender Musician

Matt Hawkins is a Brisbane-based singer-songwriter, whose influences include Paul Kelly, The Lemonheads, The Simpletons, Darren Hanlon, Robert Forster and others. Having played in Brisbane bands for some time, in late 2019, he decided to go it alone! "Bridge of Stories", a song inspired by Brisbane....

29/08/2020

Episode 21: More amazing talent with Matt Hawkins where we find out about the release of ‘Bridge of stories’, songwriting and more new music.

https://hiddentalent.buzz/episode21

Also check out Matt's latest release 'Never too far' - link is on the podcast page

Matt Hawkins is a Brisbane-based singer-songwriter, whose influences include Paul Kelly, The Lemonheads, The Simpletons, Darren Hanlon, Robert Forster and others. Having played in Brisbane bands for some time, in late 2019, he decided to go it alone! ‘Bridge of Stories’, a song inspired by Brisbane author Trent Dalton’s debut novel, ‘Boy Swallows Universe’, was released early 2020. ‘Never Too Far’, a duet about a couple kept apart by an annoying global pandemic, co-written by Aleta Booth, is Matt’s second single.

Matt Hawkins - Singing Some Songs

Matt Hawkins is a Brisbane-based singer-songwriter, whose influences include Paul Kelly, The Lemonheads, The Simpletons, Darren Hanlon, Robert Forster and others. Having played in Brisbane bands for some time, in late 2019, he decided to go it alone! "Bridge of Stories", a song inspired by Brisbane....

22/08/2020

Episode 20: Introducing southeast Queensland’s talented Victoria Q, the new song Better Man and so much more…

https://hiddentalent.buzz/episode20/

The amazingly talented Victoria Q takes behind the scenes discussing the writing of her latest release, Better Man, as well as her wiring process, the recording of Better Man and of course, what’s coming next for all the Victoria Q fans.

With Victoria Q

The amazingly talented Victoria Q takes behind the scenes discussing the writing of her latest release, Better Man, as well as her wiring process, the recording of Better Man and of course, what's coming next for all the Victoria Q fans.