Hey You Listen to This

More music you've never heard on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hey You Listen to This⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Best known for his work in King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard, CAVS is a drummer from Melbourne. Following his self-titled and strictly percussive 2021 debut, he’s recently released Sojourn, his first step into being a bandleader and arranger with Jim Rindfleish from Mildlife. I sat down with CAVS and Jim to chat drumming, expanding into new musical territory and more.

More music you've never heard on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hey You Listen to This⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. In this interview, I sit down with the endlessly charismatic Jeff Goldblum in Melbourne to talk about his lifelong relationship with music and the release of his latest album Night Blooms. Best known for his iconic film roles, Jeff dives deep into his parallel career as a jazz musician, leading the Mildred Snitzer Orchestra and interpreting classics from the Great American Songbook.We also get into Jeff’s earliest musical memories, from childhood records to discovering jazz through legends like Erroll Garner, and how those influences shaped his approach to piano and improvisation.Intro music used:Jazz by Pulsebox under Creative Commons.⁠https://creativecommons.org/licenses/..⁠.

More music you've never heard on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hey You Listen to This⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. In this interview, I catch up with Mark William Lewis ahead of his Sydney headline show to talk about his rise as one of the most talked-about solo artists in recent years.As the first artist signed to A24’s music imprint, Mark dives into the story behind his self-titled album, his influences, and how he’s developed such a distinct creative voice. We also get into individuality in music, building a catalogue, and what’s next.Intro music used:Jazz by Pulsebox under Creative Commons.https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...

More music you've never heard on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hey You Listen to This⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. I caught up with Water From Your Eyes while they were in Sydney to chat about their rapid rise as one of indie music’s most talked-about bands.Nate Amos (This Is Lorelei) and Rachel Brown (Thanks For Coming) dive into the creative process behind It’s A Beautiful Place, balancing noise with melody, and why humour plays such a big role in their music. We also get into life on Matador Records, the pressure of a growing global audience, and the three albums they think everyone should listen to.Intro music used: Jazz by Pulsebox under Creative Commons.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://creativecommons.org/licenses/..⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

More music you've never heard on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hey You Listen to This⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. I caught up with Dylan Young from Way Dynamic while he was in Sydney to chat about his latest album Massive Shoe, songwriting, and everything that’s been happening as the project keeps growing.We get into how Dylan builds his songs around melody first, why he likes leaving space in arrangements (even in a six-piece band), and how that balance between intricate and easy-listening comes together. He also talks about the band’s recent rise, touring plans in Europe and beyond, and why focusing less on “success” has actually helped the music connect more.Intro music used: Jazz by Pulsebox under Creative Commons.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://creativecommons.org/licenses/..⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

More music you've never heard on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hey You Listen to This⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Alternative folk artist Annahstasia discusses her acclaimed debut album Tether, the meaning behind her self-defined genre “power folk,” and how she’s reclaiming folk music through soul, blues and Black musical traditions.Ahead of her Sydney shows, Annahstasia shares the ten-year journey behind Tether, the cruciality of truth and honesty in songwriting, and the emotional demands of performing such vulnerable work live. She reflects on burnout, building a “spiritual shell” to protect her energy, and creating collaborative studio spaces rooted in openness and trust.Music used: Jazz by Pulsebox under Creative Commons.https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...

More music you've never heard on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hey You Listen to This⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. I sat down with Harry from Mouseatouille to dive deep into the band’s ambitious new album DJ Set and the unique creative process behind their nine-piece indie rock sound.Blending experimental indie with orchestral arrangements, Mouseatouille have built a reputation for expansive, genre-fusing music, with DJ Set being be their most mature project yet. Harry explains how the album came together over five years, why the title reflects a collage approach to songwriting, and how having nine equally invested members has reshaped the band’s dynamic.We discuss the evolution of Mouseatouille, from a two-person recording project to a full nine-piece band, and how that growth has impacted everything from songwriting to live performance, including the experiences at festival sets like Meredith. We also get into the influences that shaped DJ Set, from indie legends like Yo La Tengo to the songwriting genius of Sufjan Stevens and Burt Bacharach. We talk about discovering lesser-known artists, the importance of musical community, and how opening for Black Country, New Road helped push the band to get back into making music.Intro music used: Jazz by Pulsebox under Creative Commons.⁠⁠⁠⁠https://creativecommons.org/licenses/..⁠⁠⁠⁠.

More music you've never heard on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hey You Listen to This⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. I caught up with Hot Chip to talk about where they’re at after more than two decades of making some of the most distinctive electronic music around.We got into their Joy and Repetition comp, where the title comes from (with a nod to Prince), and how that idea of repetition sits at the core of what they do. They also reflect on how their live shows and approach to performing have changed over time, and on what it’s like seeing a whole new generation of fans discovering their music.Intro music used: Jazz by Pulsebox under Creative Commons.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://creativecommons.org/licenses/..⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

More music you've never heard on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hey You Listen to This⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Ty Segall is one of the 21st century's most prolific rock-n-roll musicians. With 17 studio albums to his name, his approach to making records has shifted from early garage-rock instincts to a more reactionary, forward-moving process driven by boredom, curiosity, and experimentation. His latest release, Possession, is in the same spirit, incorporating chamber and jangle elements to create a thematically heavy, but anthemic and feel-good album. I chatted to Ty about innovation over a wide catalogue, 60s psychedelic rock and balancing creative influences.Intro music used: Jazz by Pulsebox under Creative Commons.⁠⁠⁠⁠https://creativecommons.org/licenses/..⁠⁠⁠⁠.

More music you've never heard on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Hey You Listen to This⁠⁠⁠⁠. Gareth Liddiard of Tropical Fuck Storm talks Fairyland Codex: a heady, genre-blurring release that fuses art punk, noise rock, blues and experimental sounds.Known for their chaotic, thought-provoking brand of psych, Tropical Fuck Storm have built a reputation as one of Australia’s most innovative bands. In this conversation, Liddiard unpacks the meaning behind Fairyland Codex, describing it as a “magical instruction manual” for a world increasingly shaped by delusion, the internet, and cultural division.Intro music used: Jazz by Pulsebox under Creative Commons.⁠⁠⁠https://creativecommons.org/licenses/..⁠⁠⁠.

More music you've never heard on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Hey You Listen to This⁠⁠⁠⁠. Black Country, New Road have spent the last few years quietly redefining what a modern band can sound like.In this interview, we sit down with Lewis to talk about the band’s creative evolution following Isaac Wood’s departure, the writing and recording of their 2025 album Forever Howlong, and how sharing lead vocals has reshaped their sound.Louis reflects on expanding upon their post-punk roots, the influence of the Windmill scene, and why arrangement, restraint, and collaboration are vital in a six-piece band. We discuss touring new material for the first time, why different songs resonate in different cities, and what it’s like hearing these songs take on new life on stage.We dip into music culture, touching on streaming vs physical media, Bandcamp, vinyl and CDs, social media burnout, and what fans can realistically do to better support artists today.Music used: Jazz by Pulsebox under creative commons.License here: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...

More music you've never heard on ⁠⁠⁠Hey You Listen to This⁠⁠⁠. Franz Ferdinand is an indie rock band from Glasgow, a group that defined the early 2000’s post-punk revival and indie sleaze. They have just released their sixth studio album, titled The Human Fear and toured it globally.I sat down with Alex and Bob, the band’s two founding members, to chat legacies, musical influences and their knowledge of their namesake Archduke.Intro music used: Jazz by Pulsebox under Creative Commons. ⁠⁠https://creativecommons.org/licenses/..⁠⁠.

More music you've never heard on ⁠⁠⁠Hey You Listen to This⁠⁠⁠. Kokoroko are a neo-soul septet based in London. Since forming a decade ago, the band have become favourites of those in the know across three albums that fuse jazz, afrobeat, neo-soul, funk and highlife. I caught up with the band ahead of their Sydney headline show to chat sonic evolution, genre-fusion and more. Intro music used: Jazz by Pulsebox under Creative Commons.⁠⁠https://creativecommons.org/licenses/..⁠⁠.

More music you've never heard on ⁠⁠Hey You Listen to This⁠⁠. Sharon Van Etten is an alternative singer-songwriter based in Los Angeles. In the latest addition to a celebrated career as a solo artist, this year she released her 7th studio album, her first with the newly formed band, The Attachment Theory. Taking a decidedly band-oriented direction, the album was met with huge critical acclaim and has since popped up on plenty of year-end lists. I sat down with Sharon ahead of her headline show in Sydney to talk fortune, the spirit of collaboration and more.Intro music used:Jazz by Pulsebox under Creative Commons.⁠https://creativecommons.org/licenses/..⁠.

More music you've never heard on ⁠⁠Hey You Listen to This⁠⁠. WITCH are a psychedelic garage rock band from Kitwe, Zambia. Widely considered to be the pioneers of the Zamrock genre, WITCH have just released Sogolo, their second album after a 40 year hiatus. I sat down with Jaggari and Patrick ahead of their show in Sydney to chat Zamrock, sonic evolution and more.

More music you've never heard on ⁠Hey You Listen to This⁠. The Belair Lip Bombs are an indie rock band. Since forming in 2017, they have released a formidable debut album and become the first Australian act to sign with Jack White’s esteemed Third Man Records. I sat down with Maisie and Mike from the band at their album release show in Sydney to chat labels, their dizzying rise and more.

More music you've never heard on Hey You Listen to ThisCaroline are an eight-piece post-rock band from London and the artists behind one of the year’s most exciting releases. I caught up with Freddie and Mike before their show in Copenhagen to chat about finding the Caroline sound, collaborating with pop superstars and touring their sophomore work. Intro music used:Jazz by Pulsebox under Creative Commons.https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...

DIIV are a shoegaze band from Brooklyn, often hailed as the contemporary torchbearers of the genre. In 2024, they released their fourth album, "Frog In Boiling Water," to universal acclaim and have been touring it relentlessly since. I sat down with the band to chat about concept albums, being a band in the age of streaming, and more.Intro music used:Jazz by Pulsebox under Creative Commons.https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...

Squid are an experimental post-punk band from the UK who have released three extraordinary albums with Warp Records since 2020.I sat down with Louis, Laurie and Arthur from the band to talk festivals, collaboration and what it takes to make truly exciting music.Intro music used:Jazz by Pulsebox under Creative Commons.https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...FOLLOW ALONG FOR MORE:https://linktr.ee/heyyoulistentothis

Geordie Greep is a musician from London and formerly the frontman of Black Midi, with whom he released three studio albums to huge critical acclaim. Since they disbanded, Greep has gone on to release The New Sound on Rough Trade Records in 2024, which graced year-end lists across the music world. I sat down with Geordie at End of the Road in 2025 to chat about going solo, jam-bands, Miles Davis and more.Intro music used:Jazz by Pulsebox under Creative Commons.https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...