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Our Country - A Podcast Specifically For The Country Music Industry.

Our Country - A Podcast Specifically For The Country Music Industry.

By Sally-Anne Whitten

2TM’s country music podcast “Our Country” has been designed as an instructive and educational podcast for anyone associated with the industry, providing advice and real life experiences from some of our greatest artists, managers, promoters, venue operators, touring and session musicians, among others. It will be informative and entertaining, and a must listen for anyone looking to learn and grow in country music.
The podcast will be hosted by 2TM presenter and singer/songwriter Sally-Anne Whitten.
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Our Country - Sally-Anne Whitten and Max Ellis.

Our Country - A Podcast Specifically For The Country Music Industry.Jun 16, 2020

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Our Country - Mike Carr

Our Country - Mike Carr

In this edition of 2TM's Our Country, Sally-Anne Whitten discovers the many musical faces of Mike Carr. 

We find out what drew him to music, why chemistry between songwriters is so important and why NOW is such a great time to an artist.

Sally-Anne Whitten has a chat with Mike Carr in this latest edition of 2TM's Our Country - a podcast created about country music for lovers of country music listeners and performers. 

May 04, 202137:43
Our Country - Michael Chugg

Our Country - Michael Chugg

In this episode of the 2TM Our Country Podcast, Sally-Anne Whitten spoke with music industry manager and promoter Michael Chugg.

 They spoke about why Ozzie Country Music is taking the world by storm, the difficulties in promoting Australian Country Music to a mainstream audience and what it takes to become a successful performer. Michael Chugg also spoke about the late Micheal Gudinski and their history together.

2TM Our Country with Sally-Anne Whitten chatting with Michael Chugg. 

Mar 09, 202131:15
Our Country - Luke O'Shea

Our Country - Luke O'Shea

In Episode 13 of 2TM's Our Country series, Sally-Anne Whitten chats with Luke O'Shea.

They discuss the art of songwriting, the trials and tribulations of touring around Australia, his recent Golden Guitar wins for the song "Happy Australia Day" and a heap more.

Sally-Anne Whitten and the accomplished Australian singer-songwriter, Luke O'Shea, on this latest episode of Our Country. 

Feb 07, 202132:40
Our Country - Barry Harley

Our Country - Barry Harley

In this edition of the Our Country podcast - a series specifically designed for the Australian Country Music industry, Sally-Anne Whitten chats with Barry Harley from Tamworth Country Music Festival all about the Country Music Festival.

They discussed what's involved in the festival, how it's evolved, why it's been voted one of the greatest festivals in the world and why the festival is so important.

Barry Harley - our guest in this latest episode of the Our Country podcast. Available now at 2tm.com.au, the Anchor App and where ever you get your podcasts from. 

Sep 28, 202034:41
Our Country - Felicity Urquhart

Our Country - Felicity Urquhart

In this edition of the 2TM Our Country podcast, Sally-Anne Whitten talks to Felicity Urquhart about her starting her career in Tamworth, the significance of family when it comes to writing music, the power of music and the importance of always looking ahead. 

The Our Country podcast series is produced by Radio 2TM in Tamworth, the home of Australian Country Music. It is a series for country music fans where Sally-Anne Whitten from 2TM talks to the big names in the country music industry - both performers and those behind the scenes.

We hope you enjoy this very special, new episode of 2TM's Our Country and our chat with Felicity Urquhart. 

Jul 15, 202035:43
Our Country - Sally-Anne Whitten and Max Ellis.

Our Country - Sally-Anne Whitten and Max Ellis.

This episode of the 2TM Our Country Podcast, Sally-Anne Whitten chatted to one of Country Music Founders, Max Ellis.  

Sal and Max spoke about the early beginnings of the Country Music industry in Tamworth and Australia, how country music has evolved over the years, why people love country music and why it’s such an important part of Australian society.

Max also speaks about the creation of the Country Music Festival and how important that has been for both Radio 2TM, the community of Tamworth and tourism. This episode of the Our Country podcast is a must listen for those who love Country Music and History alike… you won’t be disappointed in this fascinating conversation between Sally-Anne Whitten and Max Ellis as part of this Our Country podcast.

Jun 16, 202037:25
Our Country - Alwyn Aurisch

Our Country - Alwyn Aurisch

In this episode of the Our Country podcast, Sally-Anne Whitten chats with Alwyn Aurisch. Alwyn is the local award winning musician, producer, teacher and musical director.  Sal discusses the reason he crossed over from Rock music to Country music, the finer points of stage and studio production and the art of being a great producer!

This is a terrific educational podcast that goes more in depth into the behind the scenes work of country music and the art of being a session musician. We hope you enjoy this edition of our 2TM Our Country podcast. 

May 27, 202049:05
Our Country - Anne Kirkpatrick

Our Country - Anne Kirkpatrick

In this edition of Our Country, Sally-anne Whitten chats to Australia's favourite daughter of country music - Anne Kirkpatrick. They discuss the ever changing face of the Country Music industry, some amazing insights into what it was like growing up in the Dusty household and the challenges in making a name for herself as an artist.

This is one Our Country podcast not to be missed! We hope enjoy this episode of Our Country with Anne Kirkpatrick!

Mar 30, 202026:55
Our Country - Graeme Connors

Our Country - Graeme Connors

In this edition of the Our Country podcast, Sally-anne chats with Graeme Connors  - one of Australia's most celebrated story tellers.  He tells a fascinating story of how he started out in the industry and how he got his first big break in music. 

Sally and Graeme discuss the art of songwriting and Graeme gives some amazing insight into how he writes his songs.

We hope you enjoy episode 7 of the Our Country podcast! 

Feb 12, 202043:33
Our Country - Roger Corbett

Our Country - Roger Corbett

In this edition of Our Country, Sally-Anne Whitten spoke with Roger Corbett a well known face and voice in the Country Music industry.  They discussed the institution that is the Australian Country Music Academy - how it started, who's involved and the amazing success story it's helped create. Roger also touches on some of the advice  that the students receive at the academy. 

Jan 07, 202033:58
2TM Our Country - O'Shea

2TM Our Country - O'Shea

In this edition of the 2TM Our Country podcast, Sally-anne Whitten catches up with the incredible husband and wife duo O'Shea.

They discuss the incredible challenges involved with moving to the United States to further their career, the good and bad parts of juggling a music career while over seas and they share some great career advice for struggling artists.

It's all here in this edition of the 2TM Our Country podcast where Sally catches up with O'Shae. 

Oct 21, 201943:22
2TM's Our Country - Beccy Cole

2TM's Our Country - Beccy Cole

Episode 4 of the 2TM “Our Country Podcast” is now available!

Join Sally-Anne Whitten as she chat's to one of Australia’s favourite daughters of Country Music- Beccy Cole. They discuss the particular challenges of making a career as an independent female in the music business, growing up in a musical family, and Beccy shares her best advice for artists forging a path in the Industry.

Available now from the Anchor App, or download the podcast from all smart devices.

Our Country- a podcast series specifically designed for and about the Australian Country Music industry.

Aug 28, 201937:31
Our Country - Episode Three - Matt Fell

Our Country - Episode Three - Matt Fell

In Episode Three of Our Country, Sally Anne-Whitten has a conversation with the highly acclaimed and multi-award winning producer Matt Fell. Matt's 'Love Hertz' studios have seen the likes of Sara Storer,  Grahame Connors, Judah Kelly,  Amber Lawrence, John Williamson and countless others trust Matt to take the helm on their albums. 

Known for not only the outstanding quality of his work but also his professionalism, passion and innovation - Matt and Sal  discuss musicianship, recording and soundcraft.

We hope enjoy episode three of "Our Country" with Matt Fell. 

Jun 19, 201942:30
Our Country - Dobe

Our Country - Dobe

Welcome to episode 2 of “Our Country” - a podcast specifically designed for the Australian country music industry, hosted by Sally-Anne Whitten. 

Sally-Anne spoke to one of Australia’s most recognisable faces of country music. Dobe Newton. Dobe has been the front man for the Bushwackers, the chairman of the Country Music Association of Australia, a teacher, one of the driving forces behind the Academy Of Country Music and has written some of Australia’s most iconic and well loved Australiana songs. 

Dobe gives us his surprising formula for success, discusses some of the traps for emerging musicians, and the qualities needed to sustain a long term career in the music industry.

We hope you enjoy Episode 2 of "Our Country". 

Apr 15, 201953:55
Our Country - Troy Cassar-Daley

Our Country - Troy Cassar-Daley

In this first episode Sally-Anne Whitten chats with Troy Cassar-Daley. Troy speaks about his life in country music, how he started, the pitfalls of the industry, the highs and lows, and how he balances his family and career.

Feb 01, 201941:47