The Shortlist is here to break new acts. Your hosts Gloria and Ro will be showcasing up and coming artists – both local and international in a dynamic, detailed way. Deep diving into the motivations, inspirations and stories behind artists on the way up.
Latest episodes
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27 min
#21 Relocation and collaboration: Meet Elkkle
Elkkle is Callum Baker, a 22 year old producer and songwriter based in Melbourne. It was in 2015 that he first made waves, collaborating with fellow producer and songwriter Woodes.…
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15 min
#20 Get to know Ayla, a unique local voice
It’s been a big couple of years for Ayla. The Sunshine Coast / Brisbane songwriter has been honing her craft since the release of breakout EP When The World Ends in 2015. At 21 yea…
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16 min
#19 Inspiration all around: Say hello to Byron Bay's Tora
On this instalment of The Shortlist, Ro catches up with electronic group Tora. Recorded on location at Howler – just hours before their show, we talk about the production of debut…
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15 min
#18 Brisbane's electronic wunderkind Golden Vessel
Australia has a wealth of incredibly talented young artists rising through the ranks, and Brissy-based wunderkind Golden Vessel is right at the front of the pack. The project of 20…
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16 min
#17 Going solo: Introducing Yoke Lore
Yoke Lore is the Brooklyn-based solo project of musician Adrian Galvin. After growing up in and artist family, and immersing himself in the arts, Galvin found his musical passion a…
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21 min
#16 Adrian Mauro's alter ego: Machine Age
Even if you don’t know his name, you’ve definitely heard a record he has worked on. Adrian Mauro, the face behind Machine Age, has had a hand in records from bands including Big Sc…
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27 min
#15 Rising to every challenge: Get to know Belle Haven
We can all take a lesson out of Belle Haven‘s book when it comes to rising from hardship. They’ve been through the ringer more times than most, but it is the brutal honesty that fl…
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18 min
#13 Say hello to Melbourne punk newcomers Press Club
Bursting onto the scene is just what local newcomers Press Club did when they dropped their debut single Headwreck. A force to be reckoned with, they’ve played more shows in more v…
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12 min
#14 Topping 'One To Watch' lists worldwide, meet The Amazons
Reading four-piece The Amazons have been on the rise over the last two years, making a name for themselves throughout the UK with their endless riffs, hooky choruses and relentless…
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14 min
#12 Melding art and music, meet Pumarosa
On this edition of The Shortlist, we touch base with hype-worthy London collective, Pumarosa. The band embrace their art in all it’s forms. For example, front woman Isabel Muñoz-Ne…
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17 min
#11: Introducing Exhibitionist - the solo venture of Sydney's Kirsty Tickle
An incredibly talented multi-instrumentalist and prolific performer, Kirsty Tickle is an absolute force. She joined us on The Shortlist to talk about her new project Exhibitionist,…
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12 min
#10 The importance of Indigenous voices: Meet Kardajala Kirridarra
On the first day of National Reconciliation Week, Gloria and Ro were joined by Eleanor Dixon, vocalist and songwriter of Indigenous four piece Kardajala Kirridarra. She told us the…
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23 min
#9 Melbourne keyboardist, composer and band leader Billy Davis
Joining Gloria on The Shortlist, Will Rimmington — better known as Billy Davis — let us into the inner workings of his project Billy Davis & The Good Lords. From how they came toge…
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26 min
#8 Girls to the front! We catch up with Moaning Lisa
Resident shortlister Ro had a very lovely Skype chat with Ellen, Hayley, Charlie and Hayden of Moaning Lisa. In this episode you’ll here about how the band came together and some o…
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24 min
#7 Get acquainted with Canberra emcee Kirklandd
Joining The Shortlist whilst down in Melbourne for the week, Kirklandd gave an insight into his upcoming EP and explained what it’s like developing as an artist outside of a major…
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20 min
#6 Introducing feels-rock enthusiasts Empire Park
On this instalment, the Shortlist gals invite Jack and Harrison of Melbourne-via-Tasmania indie rock band Empire Park into the studio. We talk making the move to the mainland and t…
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20 min
#5 The Wondrous Wallace
We chat with Sydney-via-New Zealand neo-soul superstar Wallace. In this instalment we find out why Wally chose Sydney, how she collaborates with such incredible artists and why she…
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17 min
#3 Get acquainted with Dude York
In this episode, The Shortlist gets familiar with US indie punk rockers Dude York. They’ve been kicking around for a couple of years now – Andrew and Peter having come together in…
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16 min
#4 Meet Melbourne punk trio Cable Ties
Gloria and Ro sat down for a chat with Cable Ties’ bassist Nick Brown. In this instalment you’ll hear about the band’s inception, just what it feels like to open Meredith and take…
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25 min
#2: Introducing Janeva
Today on The Shortlist, we’re profiling future pop star Janeva. We talk about where she started, collaborations with some of the best in the biz and where to next. Under our intro…