This Song Is Yours (2024)

06/07/2023

'This Song Is Yours' is a bi-weekly podcast of interviews with local, national and international musicians that founder and host Simon Fincke hopes to build into a South Australian music media empire.

25/10/2022

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.

20/10/2022

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. 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 tolerate, how the band changed their songwriting method during the pandemic, what fans can expect at Falls, and why sad happy songs hit best.

14/10/2022

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 overnight success, and the influence Australia has had on their forthcoming record.

11/10/2022

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 impact, and he gives us his best Australian accent.

06/10/2022

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 record Maybe 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, songwriting with a sense of humour, collaborating over Zoom, and the Kevin Abstract / Glastonbury mishap.

04/10/2022

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 beloved Australian tradition of the shoey.

29/09/2022

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, her songwriting craft, the best way to organise a bookcase, Missy Higgins and touring Australia.

22/09/2022

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.

16/09/2022

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 record Anomaly. 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 and I spoke a few times over the last week.

15/09/2022

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).

14/09/2022

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 Julien Baker and Angel Olsen, how Uncle Cracker helped shape his musical perception. and we discuss his arresting debut record.

09/09/2022

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 domination.

06/09/2022

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.

01/09/2022

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 plays into the sound of this record.

30/08/2022

Heavy rock legends The Butterfly Effect are back and join us on the pod today! The Brisbane-based heavy rock outfit was extremely popular throughout the late 90s and 00's and left us hanging with their last studio record back in 2008. After 14 long years, they're now returning this Friday with a brand new album, entitled IV. In today's episode, we're speaking with frontman Clint Boge about the long break between records, how their songwriting has evolved, and returning back to the road after COVID.

25/08/2022

Fresh from the road, we're joined by Jake Taylor from In Hearts Wake! The metalcore band from Byron Bay has always been environmentally conscious and showcase how important it is to them with their new documentary Green Is The New Black and its subsequent soundtrack. They're now taking these songs onto the road and putting some of those eco-friendly practices into good use. In today's episode, we're speaking with frontman Jake Taylor about where the idea for their brilliant documentary came from, the climate crisis that Australia's music industry faces, and jamming with plants.

24/08/2022

Alexander 23 jumps on the pod today! The American singer, songwriter, and producer has been touring around the world this year as part of John Mayer's Sob Rock 2022 tour and has just finished a run of shows in Australia with AJR. Having released a few EPs over the last few years, and working on Olivia Rodrigo's SOUR record, Alexander 23 finally blessed us with his brilliant debut record last month, which is entitled Aftershock. In today's episode, we speak with Alexander 23 about why it was important for him to take his time with this record, what he learned from John Mayer on tour, whether he prefers producing over songwriting, and we discuss the music of Maggie Rogers.

18/08/2022

We're thrilled to say Bartees Strange is our guest today! The genre-bending indie musician has spent 2022 touring around the world with artists like The National and Phoebe Bridgers, and he also might have released the years best record in the form of his second studio record Farm to Table. In today's episode, we speak with Bartees about his upbringing with music, the lack of diversity within the indie rock scene, and discuss his time working within the Obama administration (before he gave it all up to be an indie rock star).

16/08/2022

In a turn of good news, we've got Kat Edwards on the pod! The Tassie indie singer-songwriter started songwriting in her teens (she's now 22), and has spent the first half of the year touring around the country with Ms. Gretta Ray. Last week saw the release of her brilliant second EP, entitled Best Bad News. In today's episode, we're speaking with Kat about the evolution of her songwriting, expanding her artistry outside of music, and the slightly twisted music video of hers that involves puppet murder.

11/08/2022

WAAX join us on the pod! The Brisbane based grunge rock band are back and stronger than ever with their brand new second record, entitled At Least I'm Free. The new record see's the band pushing their sonic boundaries while still maintaining their original roots, and has them once again working with the winning combination of Bernard Fanning and Nick DiDia. In today's episode, we're speaking with front-woman Maz DeVita about the evolution of the bands sound, working with Linda Perry (4 Non Blondes) for this new record, and returning to playing live shows.

09/08/2022

Global pop sensation Lauv is our very special guest on the pod! The multi-instrumentalist singer-songwriter has found fame with singles like 'I Like Me Better', 'i'm so tired', and 'f*ck, i'm lonely', and has worked with artists like BTS, Troye Sivan & Anne-Marie. Across all streaming platforms, he's amassed over 11 billion streams and he's about to add some more with the release of his brand new record All 4 Myself. In today's episode, we're speaking with Lauv about using meditation to help songwriting, relinquishing control when it comes to producing, and whether we can expect to see him in Australia any time soon.

04/08/2022

Indie rock royalty joins us on the pod today, as our guests are Emily Haines and Jimmy Shaw from Metric! The Canadian indie-rock icons have been at it for over 20 years, winning both hearts and JUNO awards along the way. After letting go of what they could not control over the last 18-24 months, they recently released their brilliant eighth studio record Formentera. In today's episode, we're speaking with Emily and Jimmy about why this is some of their most urgent work yet, the return of Indie Sleaze, songwriting during COVID, living in a New York left with members of Yeah Yeah Yeahs & TV on the Radio, and if they play to visit Oz anytime soon.

02/08/2022

Ivey join us on the pod today! The indie pop five-piece from Queensland have made a welcome return in 2022 with some of the best indie/funk/pop music going around. Today, they're releasing their brand new single Back Home. In today's episode, we're speaking with front-woman Millie Perks about why sad pop bangers are so satisfying, the songwriting process within the band, and we talk about her love of Doja Cat.

27/07/2022

It's game, set and match with SOFI TUKKER this week on the pod! Whether you know them from their purple hats and cheetah prints, or being best friends with the iPhone X, the Grammy-nominated dance & electro duo are currently touring around our fair country in support of their brilliant second record 'Wet Tennis'. In today's episode, we're speaking with Sophie and Tucker about how their Australian tour has been going so far, the songwriting for this second record, and DJ-ing in the back of a truck.

21/07/2022

We're taking it back to where we started, with our first ever guest for the pod Kav Temperley! The Eskimo Joe frontman recently released the brilliant single Graduation Day (with Katy Steele) and is set to release his brilliant second solo record in September, which is entitled Machines of Love & Grace. In today's episode, we're speaking with Kav about the less dreaded second solo record, returning to somewhat normal touring, love letters to cities, and how Katy Steele was almost a member of Eskimo Joe.

19/07/2022

Straight from Toronto, we've got alt-pop star ren on the pod! The Canadian singer and songwriter has released multiple EPs over the last few years and has worked with artists like Mike Shinoda (Linkin Park) & Travis Barker. A few weeks ago, she released her brilliant debut record Dear Amelia. In today's episode, we're speaking with renforshort about the songwriting across this new record, touring Australia, being able to duet with one of her musical heroes (Jake Bugg), and ren shows us her best Australian accent impression.

06/07/2022

Vancouver Sleep Clinic joins us on the pod! The talented singer, songwriter, and producer is known for his beautifully cinematic take on folk and ambient music and has had some of his songs soundtrack shows like The Good Doctor, Bones, and Teen Wolf. On Friday, he's returning with his third studio record, which is entitled Fallen Paradise. In today's episode, we're speaking with frontman Tim Bettinson about how COVID allowed him to slow down, working with Charlie Perry (BTS, Alfie Templeman) for the new record, and how Ricky Gervais is one of his biggest fans.

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