Songwriter Trysts
288 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago -Songwriter Trysts is an intimate space where artists from all over the world gather to discuss the love of songwriting. Writing songs and the journey that one makes into this ancient art form is powerful stuff. Songwriters have something to say and this is a space to delve deeper into their songs, where they come from, and what they are creating & why?
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Top 5 Things to Consider When Applying for an Australian Arts Grant
July 11, 2024 22:19 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBIn this special episode of the Songwriter Trysts podcast, Rae Leigh sits down with an incredible vocal coach who reached out earlier today with some pressing questions about grant writing. Rather than keeping this valuable conversation private, they decided to share the insights on air for the benefit of our audience. Together, they delve into the top 5 things to think about when applying for an arts grant in Australia, focusing on music development, skill enhancement, and touring opportuniti...
#255 Vanessa Lawless
July 04, 2024 20:09 - 34 minutes - 40 MBIn this episode of Songwriter Trysts, we sit down with Vanessa Lawless, an inspiring singer-songwriter from Grafton, deeply connected to the Northern Rivers. Vanessa shares her journey of discovering her artistic identity, starting from her early inspirations like Shirley Temple to her high school days where she began to realize her potential in songwriting. She reflects on her father's influence, the encouragement she received, and her struggles with self-doubt and perfectionism. Vanessa o...
#254 Katie Thorne
June 20, 2024 19:03 - 50 minutes - 47 MBAustralian singer-songwriter Katie Thorne, from Dubo, recently engaged in a vibrant conversation with Rae Leigh, the host of the Songwriter Trysts podcast. During their discussion, Thorne shared her enriching experiences at Berklee College of Music in Boston, where she had the opportunity to work with Pat Pattison, the renowned songwriting author of "Writing Better Lyrics." Known for her distinctive sound that echoes the styles of Thelma Plum, Norah Jones, and RAYE, Thorne brings her own uni...
#253 Justine Eltakchi
June 13, 2024 08:44 - 59 minutes - 67.8 MBJustine Eltakchi is featuring on the Songwriter Trysts podcast after meeting host Rae Leigh at the APRA AMCOS Songwriter Awards Night in Sydney in 2024. Renowned for her ARIA-nominated songwriting and toplining, Justine's impressive portfolio includes over 60 international releases, contributions to Eurovision Australia and The Voice Australia, and the founding of the RESOUND Songcamp in 2020. An APRA-AMCOS Ambassador and advocate for disability awareness in the Australian music industry, Ju...
#252 Strawberry Swing
June 06, 2024 19:26 - 31 minutes - 29.5 MBStrawberry Swing isn't just about tunes; they're about making a difference. They're a band from Wollongong, Australia, who use their music to talk about important stuff like politics and how to make life better for everyone. They believe that Aussies can do practical things to change the economy and support the arts. They even had a chat with Rae Leigh from the Songwriter Trysts podcast, where they talked about their music and why they're so passionate about what they do. By sharing their th...
#251 Kaylee Bell
May 23, 2024 15:29 - 26 minutes - 24.8 MBFrom New Zealand, Kaylee Bell has emerged as a captivating force in the country music scene. Her viral performance on The Voice, featuring an original song dedicated to Keith Urban, catapulted her into the spotlight, where she continues to shine as a powerful female songwriter. Recently, Kaylee shared her inspiring journey on the Songwriter Trysts podcast, detailing her experiences as an independent artist living and working in Nashville, New Zealand, and Australia. Her story is one of resi...
#250 Murray Cook
May 16, 2024 19:47 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MBWelcome to Songwriter Trysts Podcast! In today's milestone 250th episode, we have the incredible Murray Cook joining us, alongside our host, Rae Leigh. Murray shares his remarkable musical journey, from crafting his first big hit, "Dorothy the Dinosaur," to his illustrious 20-year tenure with the iconic children's group, The Wiggles, and now his exciting venture with The Soul Movers. We delve into the intricacies of the music industry, the joys and challenges of touring the world, and the ...
#249 Elyse Saunders
May 09, 2024 21:39 - 24 minutes - 28.2 MBCanada's musical landscape continues to blossom with the emergence of young talent like Elyse Saunders. With her latest single, "Never Have I Ever," climbing the Canadian Country Top 40 Charts, Elyse is making waves both at home and abroad. Notably, her collaboration with Rae Leigh on the Songwriter Trysts podcast provided a captivating glimpse into her musical journey, highlighting her passion, perseverance, and the soaring success of her latest endeavors. As her star continues to ascend, ...
#248 Zac Watson
April 25, 2024 19:44 - 1 hour - 57.1 MBBass player, producer and songwriter Zac Watson from Melbourne shares of his journey as an artists, bass player, rock n' roll lover and country music band member turning into full time songwriter producer with the release of his first single as a solo artist. In addition to his talents as a performer and songwriter, Zac is also a formidable force in the realm of music production. Armed with a keen ear for detail and a passion for sonic innovation, he brings a unique perspective to the studi...
#247 Tess Rowley
April 18, 2024 19:34 - 1 hour - 94 MBCreative writer, novelist, children’s books, and songs, Tess Rowley joins Rae Leigh in an intimate discussion about creative writing, her work with not-for-profits, and child advocacy work. Earlier in 2024 Tess received the Medal Order of Australia or an OAM for her incredible work in serving the community. A lifetime of dedication and using her creative writing skills to bless generations of children and women, all over the world. Her most famous book, commissioned for a purpose by an NFP...
#246 Robbie Mortimer
April 11, 2024 19:35 - 1 hour - 69.6 MBRobbie Mortimer is an Australian singer songwriter who has recenetly come back after a 3 year break while he went through personal and professional development to bring his best to the world. His new single is called Blow The Speakers and has country all over it. Living on the farm with a large family of boys who were all very much sports focused Robbie talks about his experince being a creative songwriting lover who was the youngest of a large family. His love of music and performing relaly...
#245 Avery Harden
March 01, 2024 09:33 - 37 minutes - 43.2 MBAvery Harden is an American songwriter and self-proclaimed positive rapper. We dive into his roots in Christian music, Christian rap, Disney influence, and faith upbringing. Avery is an independent artist who collaborates, tours, and recently released his second album Atlantis II. Coming to tour in Australia in October 2024 we were excited to discuss his music, positive influences and journey as an artist chasing his dreams. connect with Avery: Website Instagram YouTube Facebook Spot...
#244 Max Jackson
February 22, 2024 15:00 - 33 minutes - 38 MBMax Jackson, 2024 Golden Guitar winner at Tamworth awards in Australia. Max is a songwriter and singer and we talk about how it was the songwriting that came first for her. Writing for almost 12 years before releasing her first single in 2020 she found her voice and purpose and she has been living it with passion. Lots of encouragement as a Toyota Star Maker competition winner. She can write a song, hold a tune, and entertain your boots off. So grateful to have spent some time getting to kno...
#243 Sue Ray
February 15, 2024 18:22 - 44 minutes - 50.5 MBSue Ray gets real with their discussion on neurodiverse conditions and the impact that has had on Sue as a woman, mother, and musician. Her inspirational story is a testament that there is always another way to keep looking for your people. Sue is bravely stepping into her power as a songwriting coach, artist, and indigenous advocate through Qmusic in Brisbane Australia and we are so glad to have had the chance to have her on the show. Sue Ray, the winner of the 2022 QMusic Blues’n’roots aw...
#242 Wesley Dean
February 02, 2024 03:51 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBWesley Dean, an Adelaide-born singer-songwriter has been living in Nashville since March 2021 the height of the pandemic, and moved there with his wife and kids. After winning Australian Idol in 2008 he discusses in the interview his dance with his ego and how he needed to have kids, get married, and live life before he had something he felt was worth saying. Coming in his new album which we eagerly anticipate. Live from Sol Train studios in Nashville they have given us a great interview...
Hey Mate.
January 25, 2024 22:43 - 48 minutes - 55.9 MBBonus episode this week with The Hey Mate Project, a mental health company building awareness and supporting creative industries including Qmusic in Brisbane. Host Rae Leigh interviews guest Aimee Davies the founder of Hey Mate Project. This is a great conversation about the company and how they started, what they are doing, and why it's so important for us as artists to take care of our mental health. Aimee goes into the difference between mental health and mental illness, the struggles the...
#241 Tyler Spicer
January 14, 2024 12:23 - 33 minutes - 38.2 MBTyler Spicer, musician, producer and songwriter from Bath UK soon to be in Nashville. This passionate artist has been pivoting his talents in a big way he thanks the covid lockdowns for this change and feels like it was the perfect time for him to move into this production space. Connect with Tyler: Instagram Website YouTube Facebook
#240 Mario Vayne
December 17, 2023 00:52 - 49 minutes - 56.4 MBAn emotional rollercoaster of laughs, sad, ugly, beautiful, best and worst. Rock n Roll, music and its history. This conversation with Mario Vayne and Rae Leigh goes into it all. A fun conversation about songwriting and music for your Christmas trip this week. Check out Mario's Music and info here: Website Spotify YouTube Instagram Facebook
#239 Ella & Sienna
December 07, 2023 21:35 - 24 minutes - 27.8 MBElla and Scienna, Australian female country singer-songwriting DUO jump on a Zoom call and record a chat with host Rae Leigh about their musical journey and their Taylor Swift tribute show. Sisters Ella & Stella are hitting the road and recording studio to launch their careers in the music industry and they are having so much fun doing it. "It’s Not Me, It’s You” embraces Ella & Sienna’s newfound country-pop sound, with an anthem track that embodies their vocal harmonies. With rich layers ...
#238 Michael Saleta
November 22, 2023 23:08 - 55 minutes - 63.2 MBMichael Saleta, a songwriter from Sale, in Victoria Australia, and now living and working as a full-time songwriter in Nashville with his wife Sarah and publisher. Hear how this music teacher from Melbourne changed his whole life around, quit his day job, and launched into a life filled with music and joy. The most optimistic and determined songwriter we have had on the show and inspiring for anyone who likes to write songs and one day would like to do it full time. Connect with Michael thr...
#237 Scott Clay
November 22, 2023 23:07 - 29 minutes - 33.7 MBPropulsive rock’n’roll mingles with expansive Americana on Seattle songwriter Scott Clay’s forthcoming LP Time Will Tell. Buoyed by a voice both plaintive and roughhewn, Time Will Tell invites listeners to slow down and reflect on our true nature and our collective humanity. When it came time to track Time Will Tell, Clay and a cadre of top-flight musicians, including engineer Mike Davis (Modest Mouse, Head and the Heart), bassist David Dawda (Fruit Bats), drummer Sean Lane (Pedro the Lion)...
#236 Drew Ryder Smith
November 22, 2023 23:06 - 31 minutes - 36.5 MBDrew Ryder Smith is an artist and singer-songwriter in his own right after years of writing for others and his own struggle with mental health and substances he has broken through into releasing his own music and performing all over the country. A raw and honest conversation with great stories and advice for songwriters and artists alike. Connect with Drew: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Spotify
#236 Scott Clay
October 19, 2023 23:08 - 29 minutes - 33.7 MBPropulsive rock’n’roll mingles with expansive Americana on Seattle songwriter Scott Clay’s forthcoming LP Time Will Tell. Buoyed by a voice both plaintive and roughhewn, Time Will Tell invites listeners to slow down and reflect on our true nature and our collective humanity. When it came time to track Time Will Tell, Clay and a cadre of top-flight musicians, including engineer Mike Davis (Modest Mouse, Head and the Heart), bassist David Dawda (Fruit Bats), drummer Sean Lane (Pedro the Lion)...
#235 Drew Ryder Smith
October 05, 2023 14:00 - 31 minutes - 36.5 MBDrew Ryder Smith is an artist and singer-songwriter in his own right after years of writing for others and his own struggle with mental health and substances he has broken through into releasing his own music and performing all over the country. A raw and honest conversation with great stories and advice for songwriters and artists alike. Connect with Drew: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Spotify
#235 Austin Mackay
September 21, 2023 19:00 - 51 minutes - 58.7 MBVan life musician in Australia Austin Mackay stops by in the van to chat with Rae Leigh live in the studio on the Gold Coast before heading down the east coast on tour to Melbourne. We loved having this young and enthusiastic talent share with us his journey and hearing about his future hopes but also how he has ended up in the dream life on the road with his guitar after COVID pulled him from the cover scene and pushed him back into his original music. Be melted away with his beautiful stor...
#234 Scotty Mack
September 14, 2023 19:00 - 25 minutes - 28.8 MB"You can change your life at any point in time" This quote from featured artist singer-songwriter from outback Queensland Scotty Mack with his Songwriter Trysts interview with Rae Leigh. Auditioning for The Voice in 2023 Australia with the audition song "Foot Loose" he is back and sharing his original music which is charting across the Australian country scene. Music is therapy and healing and so are his friends who he credits for getting him back to what he loves. An inspirational conversa...
#233 Melanie Dyer
September 07, 2023 14:55 - 31 minutes - 36.1 MBMelanie Dyer drops a brand new single, “Dust”. The Australian singer/songwriter has cemented herself as a leading lady in contemporary country with hits like “Memphis T-Shirt”, “Run Out Of Road” and her most recent hit, “Song For That”. Joining the lineup for CMA Music Festival 2023, Melanie played alongside the likes of Jason Aldean, Dan + Shay, Miranda Lambert and more to celebrate the Festival’s 50th Anniversary. With sales approaching 10 million, Melanie released her sophomore album ...
#232 Two Tone Pony
August 31, 2023 19:15 - 44 minutes - 51.1 MBGrowing up with father Slim Dusty and boarding school in Sale Victoria our featured guest David from Two Tone Pony the band after retiring from a career as a medical practitioner has gotten back into the studio and out on the road. Celebrating the art of songwriting, passion, and music host Rae Leigh and David discuss the powerful art form and give tips and advice on the journey to writing, co-writing, and recording your own music. Two Tone Pony was born out of late afternoon verandah s...
#231 Keith Stegall
August 25, 2023 00:47 - 30 minutes - 34.6 MBFor multiple Grammy, CMA, ACM Award-winning producer Keith Stegall, music has always been his life, strongly influenced by his dad, 1950s Abbott Records recording artist, Bob Stegall. The elder Stegall also played steel guitar for the legendary country singer Johnny Horton. Born in the central Texas town of Wichita Falls and raised in Shreveport (the home of the Louisiana Hayride, a stage his father often graced) the Stegalls were constantly playing and writing songs on guitars and the piano...
#230 Chad Lawson
August 17, 2023 12:41 - 34 minutes - 39.6 MBWorld-renowned pianist and composer Chad Lawson, in the past two years has been working to reshape the role that music plays in our daily lives, forging a powerful new pathway for healing. On his luminous new double album breathe, he expands on the extraordinary intentionality he first brought to his massively streamed 2020 effort You Finally Knew, transforming his decidedly modern take on classical music into a conduit for stillness, serenity, and self-reflection. Partly informed by his w...
#229 Sammi Palinkas
August 10, 2023 20:24 - 39 minutes - 45.7 MBSammi Palinkas is a native Victorian like Rae Leigh and they talk about her start from the age of 8 winning a trip for the family to Disneyland, meeting incredible writers, ambitiously aiming for Pop start life style and landing gracefully in the Country space with what Sammi describes as a 'broken heart and life experience'. Writing in LA with a cocktail and incredible co-writers she shares her experience and advice for songwriting, co-writing and following your songwriting passion. Conn...
#228 Kehinde A
August 03, 2023 12:30 - 37 minutes - 42.9 MBKehinde A has been all over the world and now residing in Melbourne Australia he is self-produced and has been learning and producing long before the invention of the iPhone or AI. Kehinde gives great advice to new and independent artists about the vast opportunities that are out there for creatives in the music space, more than just being signed to a label. He encourages the listener to open their minds to all the possibilities for how they can live their dream artistic songwriting life. ...
#227 The Pleasures
July 27, 2023 19:00 - 21 minutes - 24.4 MBLachlan Bryan (episode #20) & Catherine Britt (episode #69) friends first and 'The Pleasures' second. Started out with just writing a duet to writing a whole albm of duets and forming a band. Catherine connects with Rae Leigh and talks about how this project came about, the stories behind the songs and what they were going through when writing them. The album is incrediblley well produced and written and worth a close listen to every song. Songwriter Trysts is all about the magic of artist...
#226 Ryan Terrigno
July 20, 2023 19:10 - 32 minutes - 37.6 MBFrom South California singer songwriter Ryan Terrigno gets brave and shares honest stories from the heart. With many years of experiance in a band and now as a solo artists he shares from his experiances as a songwriter and what he is doing now. Connect with Ryan: Website YouTube Facebook Instagram Spotify
#225 Lucy Burke
July 06, 2023 21:07 - 28 minutes - 33 MBLucy Burke is an incredible singer-songwriter and natural-born entertainer who loves to get out and amongst it with her audiance. After listening to this podcast you will probably be as curious as I am to watch her live. Check out her socials and keep an eye out for her new single on July 21st 'On The Edge' Connect with Lucy Website Youtube Spotify Instagram Facebook
#224 James Keith
June 22, 2023 19:13 - 35 minutes - 40.2 MBNSW football pro turns Country music super star. Featuring his new single 'No Hero' James and Rae have a great chat about music, life on the farm and chasing after your dreams. James shares about his experiances with songwriting and goals for his music career and the secrets to his sucsess. Make sure to check out his new single and follow as he shares there are lots more songs on the way soon. The country lovin, wine maker and football player man from Orange NSW James Keith is one to watch ...
#223 Jackson James
June 09, 2023 06:01 - 29 minutes - 33.5 MBAustralian singer songwriter Jackson James is currently in Nashville for a month and heading back to a full calendar of filming, music and music festivals. Life lessons about work ethic, valuing time and deciding what to do with it. James shares wisdom from his experiances in the creative arts and how he was able to narrow down what he really wants to achieve in his carrer. Connect with Jackson here: Website Spotify Instagram Facebook YouTube
#222 Lisa DeAngelis
June 01, 2023 20:41 - 52 minutes - 60.4 MBInspired by Nick Cave and Justin Townes Earle, singer songwritrer Lisa DeAngelis has a positive outlook on the way the world works, music and experiances. This podcast Rae Leigh and Lisa get a little wacky and talk into the energy of women and how we pass on experianced as women down generations. Lisa is promoting her new single "My sisters Blues Suitcase" and shares more about her experiances as an independant artist to date. Connect with Lisa: Website YouTube Instagram Facebook Spo...
#221 Mark Mulch
May 26, 2023 00:05 - 35 minutes - 41.1 MBHe got a record deal at 30 and another one at 40! Mark Mulch is a singer songwriter and all round kind geniun musical visionary. We are excited to share his interview with Rae Leigh talking about his journey to moving to Nashville at 35 and his new EP "Days In The Sun". Working in a band, duo and now solo along with 10 years in the business side of the music industry, Mark has lots to share and wisdom along with some very cool experiances. Connect with Mark: Website YouTube Instagram F...
Women of Music Production Perth - WOMPP
May 17, 2023 11:12 - 30 minutes - 35.2 MBWOMPP — Women of Music Production Perth — is a female-run label, booking agency and Ableton user group community. WOMPP gives the opportunity to female, transgender and non-binary music makers to share, discuss and showcase music production within the broader Australian music community. Alongside the record label and booking agency, WOMPP curates monthly community meetings and showcases. WOMPP aims to inspire and nurture Australia’s diverse electronic music scene and provide a safe place fo...
#220 Karli June
May 16, 2023 01:15 - 27 minutes - 31.4 MB"Know who you are" says Karli June Canadian singer songwriter in her podcast interview with Rae Leigh on Songwriter Trysts. Sharing her journey to recording and releasing her first song during covid lockdown in 2020 and how she worked with a professional team from Nashville to develop her pop country hit "Makes You Pretty". An inspirational story about a country girl chasing her dream and following her passions. Connect with Karli here: Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Spotify
#219 Dariann Leigh
April 28, 2023 00:39 - 23 minutes - 26.9 MBDariann Leigh is a singer songwriter building a name for herself in Nashville. Rae Leigh interviews Dariann Leigh on Songwriter Trysts podcast about her new single 'Blame It On Me' featured in the podcast and what her motivations for songwriting were and where it all started. Great songwriting tips, advice and co-writing stories in this one for everyone to enjoy getting to know Dariann Leigh from another angle. Connect with Dariann: Website Facebook Twitter Spotify YouTube
#218 Tori Darke
April 20, 2023 21:27 - 37 minutes - 42.3 MBCountry pop singer songwriter Tori Darke is a Golden Guitar ‘Female Artist of the Year’ finalist, Sports Model. She has toured her music Australia wide but has also toured as far as the Middle East several times playing for Australian troops. She has a new single "Dodged A Bullet" out and talks about the journey to this point and what the song is about in this podcast episode. "I wrote this song about the realisation that I had dodged a bullet by getting out of a toxic relationship" says T...
#217 Elestial
April 13, 2023 00:10 - 46 minutes - 52.6 MBIndie band from Newcastle Elestial share their new music, plans and origion story with us on Songwriter Trysts with lead singer Elyssa live in the studio with Rae Leigh. They boast to have beautiful sad songs you can dance to and have a live performance to have you up and dancing explained as "group therapy" in their bio. Make sure to check out their new music and support these young talented friends who are out to do some good and have fun. Connect with Elestial Website Spotify Instag...
APRA AMCOS
April 03, 2023 20:25 - 1 hour - 71.4 MBCaroline McKnight is the manager for National Education & Outreach at APRA AMCOS who joins Rae Leigh live in the studio to talk about what is ARPA AMCOS, why do songwriters need to be members and everything you need to know about your copyright. The second you write or record original music, you have copyright. It's free and automatic. APRA AMCOS helps you make money from your music by selling licences to people who want to use it. When your music is played you earn royalties and get paid....
#216 Frank Varasso
March 09, 2023 19:07 - 58 minutes - 67 MBFrank Varrasso from Varrasso PR company in Melbourne chats with Rae Leigh about the music industry, his fascinating journey in and out of record companies, venue promotions and even working with some of the world’s biggest music acts. Frank sees artists new and old come in and out of the music industry and with over 18 years in the industry he shares the real secrets to his passion and continued love of the job. Frank Varrasso started Varrasso PR in January 2009. Prior to this, he was the ...
#216 Frank Varrasso
March 09, 2023 19:07 - 57 minutes - 66 MBFrank Varrasso from Varrasso PR company in Melbourne chats with Rae Leigh about the music industry, his fascinating journey in and out of record companies, venue promotions and even working with some of the world’s biggest music acts. Frank sees artists new and old come in and out of the music industry and with over 18 years in the industry he shares the real secrets to his passion and continued love of the job. Frank Varrasso started Varrasso PR in January 2009. Prior to this, he was the ...
#215 Vixens Of Fall
March 07, 2023 19:02 - 34 minutes - 39.4 MBHappy International Women In Music Day and welcome to the amazing female trio from Brisbane Australia Vixens Of Fall! What would you do if you were one of six kids and your Dad said, ok your going to be in a band with your two sisters? Well thats where the Vixons of Fall started, with an encouraging father and incredible communications skills. Working in a band with family can bring up chanllenges but these women put an amazing light on just how wonderful it can be too. The lessons, wisdom ...
#214 Josh Pyke
February 27, 2023 03:58 - 35 minutes - 40.3 MBJosh Pyke is a multi-award-winning Australian singer-songwriter. Producing five albums, all of which debuted in the top ten, and a stand-alone special with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra which notably won Best Original Soundtrack/Cast/Show Album in 2016. Pyke’s career has been one of the consistent hits - touring his albums across Australia, the United Kingdom, and the USA, performing at Glastonbury, South by Southwest, and a myriad of the top music festivals. With a career spanning decades w...
#213 Amy Sheppard
February 16, 2023 19:38 - 31 minutes - 35.6 MBAmy Sheppard one of the members from the multi-award-winning global band 'Sheppard' is also releasing music as a POP Country solo artist and chats with Rae Leigh on Songwriter Trysts about her journey with the band into the new musical journey as a solo artists alongside still being in the band 'Shepard' Her new single “Couple Goals” featured is beautifully written, performed, and produced and is now available on all platforms. “Couple Goals” is the crossover, feel-good country-pop song of ...