ASC Podcast #11: John Prior

In this interview, recorded 6 November 2020, multi award-winning Australian musician, composer, arranger, producer and teacher, John Prior, shares his views on the Australian music industry landscape, the rights of independent songwriters and musicians, his music career highlights and his upcoming ASC workshop, ‘Composing Music for Film & TV’ on 26 November 2020. Length: 44.46 minutes.

To book for John’s workshop on 26th November, click here.

ASC Podcast # 8: Pat Pattison (Part 2)

In Part 2 of this fabulous interview, host, Naomi Crain, continues on her quest to discover the song craft meanings behind the famous 'Pat-isms' that are almost as legendary as the man behind them.

Pat shares some brilliant songwriting tools that will instantly make your writing more productive, resulting in songs that shine!

Plus, Naomi poses the hard questions to Pat; Joni Mitchell or Carole King?; Lennon & McCartney or Taupin & John?

We've made this ASC Podcast episode available for everyone, so pour yourself a glass of whatever-you-fancy and enjoy!

ASC Podcast #6: Gina Jeffreys

ASC Podcast host, Naomi Crain, interviews Australian Country Music artist, Gina Jeffreys, about songwriting, co-writing, working with husband/producer, Rod McCormack, and the journey from winning Star Maker in 1991 to writing her hit new album, Beautiful Tangle.

ASC Podcast #4: Matthew Donlevy

Matthew Donlevy is Managing Director of Cooking Vinyl (Aust) Publishing and sits on the board of Australian Music Publishers Association Limited (AMPAL). He has been a board member of APRA-AMCOS, and was the Managing Director of Peer Music Australia for many years. He has worked for leading music copyright companies across Australia, New Zealand and South East Asia including the creative departments of ATV-Northern Songs and EMI Music. With a wealth of experience in music publishing, artist and writer development and management, we know you will enjoy hearing the valuable knowledge and experience that Matthew shares in this interview.

ASC Podcast #3: Barbara & Adrian Hannan (Part 2)

Here it is! Part 2 of the interview with hit writer/producer team, Barbara and Adrian Hannan of the Songstore. Barb and Adrian talk with host, Naomi Crain about co-writing, competing for album cuts, professional demo production, DIY A&R and much more.

If you haven’t listened to Part 1 of this interview, scroll down to Episode 2.

ASC Podcast #2: Barbara & Adrian Hannan (Part1)


Adrian and Barbara Hannan – Part 1.
This interview with the hit Australian writer/producer team was filled with so many stories, tips, and industry information, it was too long for one podcast! Seriously. The file was so big we couldn’t upload it! So, we’ve split it into two parts. Part 2 is coming soon, but for now, grab a cup of java, relax and enjoy Part 1.