Ruby Fields: Creating an album independently

Jewel Owusu: Chatting about Next On - Live at Palais Theatre Foyer Stage

In this episode of Band Banta, I catch up with Melbourne-based, Filipino-Ghanaian artist and producer, Jewel Owusu! During the chat, I learned more about Jewel and her journey into music, her recent project 'blurryeyed', and how living around the world has influenced her sound. Excitingly, Jewel is playing a show at Palais Theatre - Foyer Stage, as part of the Next On initiative! So we also had a chat about the upcoming show and why initiatives like Next On are important for emerging artists. Catch Jewel Owusu Live at Palais Theatre – Foyer Stage on Friday, 12 June. TICKETS [https://moshtix.com.au/v2/event/next-on-jewel-owusu-palais-theatre-foyer-stage/195157] For more Australian music content, follow Band Banta:  * Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@bandbanta⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/bandbanta/?hl=en]  * TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@bandbanta⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@bandbanta]  * Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠bandbanta.com.au⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://bandbanta.com.au/]

Polly: diving into something darker

In this episode of Band Banta, I catch up with Will Lintott, the frontman of alt-rock trio Polly. Polly have just released 'Doubt', their first single of 2026, and it marks the beginning of a new era for the band, as they gear up to release their sophomore EP later this year. During the chat, Will shares some insights around the recording of the track and how this darker, more intense sound can be expected throughout the whole forthcoming EP. Will also breaks down the music video that accompanies 'Doubt', and explains how the imagery helps to enhance the lyrics. 'Doubt' is out now, and the band plans to release their EP, 'Maybe', midyear! Follow Polly at: * Instagram: ⁠⁠@pollyband_ [https://www.instagram.com/pollyband_/] * TikTok: ⁠@pollyband_ [https://www.tiktok.com/@pollyband_] For more Australian music content, follow Band Banta:  * Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@bandbanta⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/bandbanta/?hl=en]  * TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@bandbanta⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@bandbanta]  * Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠bandbanta.com.au⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://bandbanta.com.au/]

Even Hannah: more than just a high school band

In this episode of Band Banta, Dakota catches up with one of Adelaide's most exciting emerging acts, Even Hannah. Even Hannah are 4 best mates who met in high school during the school play, decided to start jamming, and never stopped. They've now released 2 groovy tracks, opened for touring acts, and joined festival lineups, all while navigating high school and uni. During the episode, Even Hannah shares some insights about the band and delves into the creation of their latest release, 'Familiar'. Even Hannah is a band you need to keep your eye on! Follow Even Hannah at: * Instagram: ⁠@evenhannahband [https://www.instagram.com/evenhannahband/] * TikTok: ⁠@evenhannahband [https://www.tiktok.com/@evenhannahband] For more Australian music content, follow Band Banta:  * Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@bandbanta⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/bandbanta/?hl=en]  * TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠@bandbanta⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@bandbanta]  * Website: ⁠⁠⁠bandbanta.com.au⁠⁠⁠ [https://bandbanta.com.au/]

All Absurd: breaking into the Adelaide scene

In this episode of Band Banta, Dakota catches up with emerging Adelaide band All Absurd. All Absurd are a 5-piece indie rock outfit that formed afterPatrick and Jack returned from London with a catalogue of singles ready to share with the world. Throughout the episode, Dakota and the band chat about the history of the band, the philosophical meaning behind the band name, and their upcoming plans. They also dive into All Absurds latest single 'Almost', and the creative direction behind the music video. Follow All Absurd at: * Instagram: @all._.absurd [https://www.instagram.com/all._.absurd/] * TikTok: @all._.absurd [https://www.tiktok.com/@all._.absurd] For more Australian music content, follow Band Banta:  * Instagram: ⁠⁠@bandbanta⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/bandbanta/?hl=en]  * TikTok: ⁠⁠@bandbanta⁠⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@bandbanta]  * Website: ⁠⁠bandbanta.com.au⁠⁠ [https://bandbanta.com.au/]

MOHI: Capturing culture in music

In this episode of Band Banta, Dakota caught up with Māori artist MOHI to chat about his latest album and his upcoming performance at The Tuning Fork in Auckland! Throughout the chat, MOHI shares insights about his culture and how he incorporates Māori instrumentation, stories, and language into his songs. MOHI has been selected to headline at The Tuning Fork in Auckland on Friday 10 April as part of the Next On initiative, and throughout the interview, shares his excitement to have the opportunity, and to platform other Māori artists at the concert. Follow MOHI at: * Instagram: @mohiallen [https://www.instagram.com/mohiallen/] * TikTok: @mohimusic [https://www.tiktok.com/@mohimusic] For more Australian music content, follow Band Banta:  * Instagram: ⁠@bandbanta⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/bandbanta/?hl=en]  * TikTok: ⁠@bandbanta⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@bandbanta]  * Website: ⁠bandbanta.com.au⁠ [https://bandbanta.com.au/]