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The Thing No One Talks About Anymore (But I Think We Should)

General career chaton journeys, how people got there, how things shifted. I realised something we don’t really say out loud: Are we just pretending COVID never happened?

Founder Talk - 4 minutes read

The Subtle Art of Sliding into DMs: Shooting Your Shot

“How do I actually connect with people in the industry without it feeling awkward, forced, or cringe?” Not a rulebook. Just a few quiet reminders from someone who’s been on both sides of the DM.

Founder Talk - 8 minutes read

What It Was Really Like Running the Largest Recording Studio in the Southern Hemisphere

So when I meet people and we start talking about career, the question undoubtedly comes up. "What was it like to run the largest recording studio this side of the globe? "

Founder Talk - 8 minutes read

Please Listen to My Demo: 10 Lessons Songwriting Taught Me About Business (the Hard Way)

Step 1. Get a record deal as an artist. Step 2. Get a publishing deal writing for others. That was the mission. No backup plan. No “maybe I’ll try this for a bit.” Just tunnel vision.

Founder Talk - 4 minutes read

5 Lessons I Learned from Touring with Marcia Hines

Some reflections while touring with Marcia, wrapping 5 months of shows across regional Australia. Taking time to pause and look back on what had been the highlight of 2023.

Founder Talk - 5 minutes read

Not Just a Game: What Music Can Learn from Rugby League

Conversations around rugby league and music keep crossing over in unexpected ways. What can we learn from the way Australia supports sport.

Founder Talk - 6 minutes read

ARIA Collab Talks : Tommy Brown & Sosefina Fuamoli

Key takeaways from Tommy Brown at the second ARIA Collab session talks in 2025, interviewed by Sosefina Fuamoli.