This Song Is Yours – Details, episodes & analysis

Our guest this week is singer-songwriter Stella Donnelly. Known for her sharp lyricism and wit, the AIR Award winner has become one of Australia’s most distinctive voices with her acclaimed albums Beware of the Dogs and Flood. After taking time off to reflect on her relationship with music, Stella returns with her third record, Love & Fortune - a deeply introspective and emotionally rich collection. In today’s episode, we chat about the renewal that shaped the album, her evolving songwriting process, and taking these new songs on tour.

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Our guests this week are Melbourne indie rock four-piece The Belair Lip Bombs. Formed in high school, the band fuse classic rock influences with a modern indie sound, earning acclaim for their 2023 debut Lush Life - a record that led to them becoming the first Australian act signed to Jack White’s iconic Third Man Records. This week, they return with their sophomore album Again, a bold evolution that stays true to their DIY roots. In today’s episode, guitarist Mike Bradvica and drummer Dan 'Dev' Devlin join us to chat about the making of Again, the story behind closing track Price of a Man, and what it’s like joining the Third Man family as they prepare for global touring.

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Our guest today on the podcast is beloved Aussie musician G Flip. Over the past seven years, the drummer, producer, and singer has become one of the country’s most adored artists, blending infectious pop and indie rock while serving as a powerful role model in the queer community. Just last Friday, they released their highly anticipated third studio album, Dream Ride—a neon-soaked ode to the 80s filled with big hooks, soaring ballads, and anthemic power-pop. In today’s episode, we chat with G Flip about the making of Dream Ride, how they immersed themselves in an 80s-inspired sonic world and shaped songs through multiple evolutions before landing on their final form, and what it was like following up the massive success of their previous record, Drummer. We also dive into their world tour and what fans can expect from the live show.

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Our guest on the podcast today is none other than indie-rock musician MJ Lenderman. The Asheville-based songwriter, who also plays in the indie rock band Wednesday, just released his fourth studio album Manning Fireworks to widespread critical acclaim. Praised for his razor-sharp lyrics and impressive guitar work, MJ is quickly solidifying himself as one of indie rock’s most exciting voices. In today’s episode, we chat with MJ about the creative process behind Manning Fireworks, how The Larry Sanders Show inspired one of the tracks, and dive into the making of "Rip Torn." We also reflect on his recent Australian tour with Wednesday and get a hint of when he might return in support of this new record.

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Our guest on the podcast today is none other than British singer-songwriter Nilüfer Yanya. Known for her critically acclaimed music that blends indie rock, soul, jazz, and trip-hop, Nilüfer has toured with some of the biggest names in music, including Adele and Mitski. Today, she’s releasing her third studio record, My Method Actor, which explores the emotional complexities of life transitions. In this episode, we discuss how these themes shaped the album, her songwriting process, and her collaboration with producer Wil Archer. Plus, we touch on her family’s creative influence and when we might see her back in Australia.

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Our guest today is the incredibly talented multi-instrumentalist and producer Chaz Bear, better known to the world as Toro Y Moi. A pioneer of the chillwave genre in the 2010s, Chaz has continually evolved his sound, pushing musical boundaries with each release. Last week, he dropped his eighth studio album, Hole Erth, a genre-blending masterpiece that fuses Y2K emo and hip-hop, featuring collaborations with Kevin Abstract and Ben Gibbard. In today’s episode, we sit down with Chaz to explore the creative process behind Hole Erth, dive into his early emo influences, and talk about how he finally found the perfect track to collaborate on with Ben Gibbard. Plus, we get a sneak peek at when we might see Toro Y Moi returning to Australia.

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Our guest today is the incredibly talented singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, Sarah Kinsley. With roots in classical music, Sarah’s journey into contemporary music led her to start writing and composing her own songs. She's now set to release her highly anticipated debut album, Escaper, this Friday. This indie pop record showcases Sarah’s growth as an artist, with grand arrangements and beautiful instrumentation, featuring the production work of John Congleton. In today’s episode, we chat with Sarah about stepping out of her home studio to collaborate with Congleton, how she knew the songs on Escaper would form her debut album, and delve into one of my favourite tracks, "My Name is Dancing." We also reminisce about our time together at SXSW Sydney last year and discuss her experience touring with Mitski.

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Our guest today is the incredibly talented singer-songwriter David Kushner. David is celebrating the release of his stunning debut record, The Dichotomy. Best known for his powerful baritone voice and the hit song "Daylight," which recently went 2x Platinum in the US, David has spent the past year touring with Lewis Capaldi and carefully crafting the songs for this album. The Dichotomy explores the duality of life and is a true reflection of David's artistic identity. In today’s episode, we chat with David about the journey behind the album, the thoughtful songwriting that shapes it, and how he ensured his debut record truly represents who he is as an artist. We also delve into the experience of touring with these new songs and what fans can expect when they hear The Dichotomy live.

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Our guests on the podcast today are none other than the loveable lads from Teenage Dads. The beloved indie band from the Mornington Peninsula in Victoria has just dropped their long-awaited second studio album, MAJORDOMO. Since their last album, these guys have been on a whirlwind journey—touring the globe, playing international festivals, and even winning an ARIA award last year for Breakthrough Artist. In today’s episode, frontman Jordan “Jordy” Finlay joins us to chat about all things MAJORDOMO. We dive into the process of writing this record and working with producer Chris Collins. We also discuss how Teenage Dads have gone from strength to strength over the last few years and what they credit their success to. And, of course, we talk about hitting the road, playing shows, and the stellar triple bill they’re currently taking across the country.

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Our guest on the podcast today is none other than country music superstar Lainey Wilson. Fresh off honouring Miley Cyrus and contributing to Post Malone's latest country-inspired record, Lainey is here to celebrate the release of her brand-new album, Whirlwind. This marks her fifth studio album and follows her Grammy-winning success with Bell Bottom Country. Whirlwind is a deeply personal collection that showcases Lainey's distinctive voice and heartfelt songwriting. In today’s episode, we chat with Lainey about the making of Whirlwind and why this record is so close to her heart. We delve into her songwriting process, how she chooses which tracks make the final cut, and discuss the current resurgence of country music in the mainstream, getting her thoughts on the genre's growing popularity.

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