Groupie Collective

In this episode of the Groupie Collective podcast we’re joined by Leon. Leon is an artist, designer, DJ and the founder of Global Sounds. 

We wanted to know more about Leon’s journey as a Western Sydney creative. He talks to us about his humble beginnings -  from using a dj controller his father gifted him, to how being fired started this whole journey. 

Beat Kitchen Records is a Western Sydney based community platform that promotes expression through music & art.

We were joined by co-founders Fernando and Max as they talked us through their greater vision - to contribute to the growth of Sydney’s creative arts scene by uniting people.

Instagram: @beatkitchenrecords

We're back for the third season of the Groupie Collective Podcast!

To kick things off for the third season, Sean & Vanessa talk to DJ CMJ!

CMJ is A Nigerian, South African-born, Australian-raised multi-genre DJ who is commonly recognised for her smooth Afrobeat mixes and consistent push for the love of African music and creatives within Australia. She draws her influence and love for music from Genius' such as Fela Kuti & SARZ - with the hopes of one day organising a festival as big as Coachella where African and First Nation creatives get their chance to shine here in Australia. When she isn't curating events with her collective "RADAR Sounds" you can catch her live on-air every Friday hosting the groundbreaking show “OFF THE RADAR” on FBI Radio.

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/callmejudeeaa/

https://www.instagram.com/radarsounds_/

On the final episode of Season 2 Groupie Collective chat to Amorist, a Western-Sydney based artist that infuses modern pop sensibilities with an 80s neon glow. Independently releasing his debut album in February 2021, ‘LETYOUREYESSADJUSTTOTHEDARK’ is a succinct but layered album that touches on themes of love and heartbreak, soundtracked by autotune and lush melodies.

Amorist speaks to Groupie Collective about his wide-ranging influences from the harsh tones of Hyperpop to UK songstress Jessie to chart-topping pop stalwarts Dua Lipa and The Weeknd, the inspiration behind his album ‘LETYOUREYESADJUSTTOTHEDARK’ and some surprisingly new territory that he would like to cover in future projects.

Find Amorist on Instagram @amorist.1999

Gemma Navarrete is a Western Sydney-based musician who creates RnB/pop-infused music with concise poetic lyrics that depicts the clunky transition from adolescent to adult. Beginning her music journey at 10 years old, Gemma was adamant that music was her calling card after no other hobby fulfilled her as much as singing and signwriting did. Drawing from influences such as Ariana Grande, Snoh Alegra and UMI, the songstress creates a refreshingly new sound which holds a sense of nostalgia and adolescence. Debuting with her single “Older”, the songstress intends to continue to release music which speaks to the optimist in all of us. Gemma joins Groupie Collective and discusses her influences, experiences with growing up and how that parallels with her song writing and what the future has in store.

Find Gemma on Instagram @gemmasjams.

Born out of a love of dance music, a group of housemates adapted to the grim situation that 2020 presented and created an outlet where people could party from the safety of their homes, turning many living rooms into temporary dance floors every Friday night. Douglas Street’s live streams quickly became known for their eclectic track selection and curated line-ups providing opportunities to local DJs to showcase their talents while clubs remain dormant during 2020.

Learn about how each person brought their skills, flavour and love to the project that has become a much-loved member of the Sydney music community.

Listen to Douglas Street’s Buy Music Club playlist that features tracks across the electronic music spectrum, expect micro grooves, low key dance floor fillers, ambient works, hypnotic acid, four to the floor house and most surprisingly an appearance from all-American country artist Tony Justice?!

You can find Douglas Street here

Instagram: @douglas_street

Facebook: @douglasstreetlive

Youtube: https://tinyurl.com/7apdsc

Soundcloud: www.soundcloud.com/douglasstreet

Buy Music Club: https://tinyurl.com/3xbfex92

While he appears unassuming, session drummer Tully Ryan is a machine that puts the rhythm in rhythm section. He sat down with Vanessa to tell the story of his evolution as a drummer - from his humble beginnings in wedding bands, to playing with the likes of Ngairre, GODTET and Hekka. He speaks on the need for spaces for young musicians, sharing knowledge and the importance of avoiding missing your flight to Perth on the day of a gig.

Find Tully on Instagram at @ferntully.

Recorded near the end of 2020, Groupie Collective had the pleasure to interview Melbourne DJ/Producer GREETINGS. Coming off the “Vertigo Months” EP released on UK label Lobster Theremin, the upcoming producer is flying the flag for sun tinged Italo house in Australia. In this episode GREETINGS talks about his sound, his songwriting process, the inspiration behind his music and his unexpected connections to Asia.

Find Greetings on Instagram at @greetingstoyou and purchase his music on Bandcamp via his own label, Boots & Legs.

Bandcamp: https://bootsandlegs.bandcamp.com/

Groupie Collective chats with Creative Director of Best Before Co and prolific live music photographer Jordan Munns. Having photographed major international acts such as JPEGMAFIA, Sam Smith and Dua Lipa, Jordan has his fingers across many creative outlets including Best Before, a publication run by music creatives that features news, reviews and interviews. In this episode Jordan discusses how the pandemic has affected his work, the future for live music whilst living in a pandemic and branching out into new creative ventures.

IG: @jordankmunns | @bestbefore.co

On this instalment of the Groupie Collective Podcast we interview RED REY of Worship Queer Cabaret, Ante Collective and Irregular Fit. We were so grateful to get to chat to Red about their influences and the intentional thought and energy put into the work they are doing in the local music community. They’re a fierce force to be reckoned with and one to watch.

Follow Groupie Collective on Instagram (@groupie_collective).

Groupie Collective sits down with 2 Brownish Girls - our fav Pasifika-Australian podcasters. We talk about how growing up in a Western Sydney Pasifika household influenced their music tastes; starting with The Eagles, shouting out the Hakken appreciation society and showing nuance with Lil Golo. 

Find them on IG @2brownishgirls (www.instagram.com/2brownishgirls)

Introducing our new mini-series 'Side Stories' where we chat about Australian music phenomena. 

We kick things off by investigating why Pink is so popular in Australia? We were always puzzled about why Pink has such a rabid fanbase specifically here in Australia, so join us as we take a deep dive, welcome to 'Side Stories'.

Join us for Groupie Therapy as Sean and Vanessa discuss the heyday of Australian Electronica. From the bleepy bloops of the local dance scene to the indie kids topping the charts. Sit back relax and take a stroll through memory lane. 

Check out or playlist on Spotify and remember to give us a follow on Instagram (@groupie_therapy)!

Well what a weird couple of weeks its been since our last episode...

Coming straight out of self-iso Groupie Therapy brings to you our first interview with Melbourne hip hop quartet, Flimsey Lohan.

We’ve talked about their impressive debut album 'Goosetape' but this is time they’re back to debut their brand spankin’ new release ‘Jimi in the Mazda’ - available on all streaming platforms as of today.

Oli, Lindsey and Sean had a chat with us on Zoom and talked about what they've been up to during quarantine, their writing process, the artwork for the new single created by drummer Rhys and their 'go to' Boost Juice order 🥤

We would like to thank the guys again for taking time out to have a chat with us!

Please show some love and follow Flimsey Lohan on Instagram (@flimseylohan).

Let Groupie Therapy take you on the musical roller coaster of love with our V-Day Special. If you had a crappy Valentine’s Day, consider a date with this episode to make up for it. We share our favourite love songs by Nai Palm, Isaac Puerile, Stevan and Noire - then we have some fun with Australian RnB Classics.

Groupie Therapy does Strawberry Fields 2019! Four seasons were felt over the weekend with the weather going from sunshine to downpour. We dust ourselves off, scrape off the mud from our boots and recount our experiences from a wild weekend! 

Hear our take on the best live performances from the wildlands, including Oscar Jerome, Gerd Jansen, Octo Octa, Eris Drew, DRMNGNOW, Peach, Shanti Celeste, Moxie, Saoirse and Gordon Koang.

Two years on and going strong, bring on next year baby!

In this episode we jet over to Africa for your 'Recommends From Friends', dive deep into King Gizzard's 13th offering 'Infest the Rats' Nest', ponder the question 'if you can separate the art from the artist?' for 'Trigger Warning' and embarrass ourselves yet again with 'Guilty Feet Have Got No Rhythm'. So sit back relax and enjoy...this is Groupie Therapy.