The weekly podcast from the creative collective Vibe Union. A rotating cast of members wax lyrical about coming up as artists, the local scene, and everything in between.
We have a chat before our last night at Radio Bar. Talking about what we look for in a venue and the amazing support we've gotten. Thank you Radio Bar for having us!
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If you enjoy what we do, if you want to support us, consider supporting us on Patreon. A few dollars goes a long way in keeping the lights on, paying for our website and helping us do more cool stuff. https://www.patreon.com/VibeUnion
Or you can buy our poetry book through our website right here!
Hosted by Rhath & UserNameUnknown https://www.instagram.com/vibe.union
Edited & graphics by Rhath
Intro music by Sixpence https://www.instagram.com/sixpence_aus
Ft. Cari Scharl https://www.instagram.com/cari.scharl_/Interviewed by Kelsey Jean: https://www.instagram.com/kelseyjean_is/What's the best way to connect with others in the scene and start to build up your network? Kelsey & Cari chat about our latest 'Tones' gig, and finding other musicians in the Melbourne scene....If you enjoy what we do, if you want to support us, consider supporting us on Patreon. A few dollars goes a long way in keeping the lights on, paying for our website and helping us do more cool stuff. https://www.patreon.com/VibeUnionOr you can buy our poetry book through our website right here!Hosted by Rhath & UserNameUnknown https://www.instagram.com/vibe.unionEdited & graphics by RhathIntro music by Sixpence https://www.instagram.com/sixpence_aus
Ft. Trycolour https://www.instagram.com/trycolour_studios/What does it take to capture live music on film? We have a chat with Trycolour about creating our video series 'Tones' as well as video trends that come and go....If you enjoy what we do, if you want to support us (Purely optional mind you), consider supporting us on Patreon. A few dollars goes a long way in keeping the lights on, paying for our website and helping us do more cool stuff. https://www.patreon.com/VibeUnionOr you can buy our poetry book through our website right here!Hosted by Rhath & UserNameUnknown https://www.instagram.com/vibe.unionEdited & graphics by RhathIntro music by Sixpence https://www.instagram.com/sixpence_aus
Ft. Man Vs Synth https://www.instagram.com/manvssynth/
We're thrilled to have a chat with Mat of Man Vs Synth, who featured recently on the latest Tones line up!
We talk about promoting your work as a musician, Australian tall poppy syndrome and much more. Get around it.
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If you enjoy what we do, if you want to support us (Purely optional mind you), consider supporting us on Patreon. A few dollars goes a long way in keeping the lights on, paying for our website and helping us do more cool stuff. https://www.patreon.com/VibeUnion
Or you can buy our poetry book through our website right here!
Hosted by Rhath & UserNameUnknown https://www.instagram.com/vibe.union
Edited & graphics by Rhath
Intro music by Sixpence https://www.instagram.com/sixpence_aus
We're excited to welcome back, Shy and Hawraa! Hosts and poets of our fundraiser night, 'Poets for Palestine'. A powerful conversation around the ongoing genocide in Gaza and rising anti-colonial sentiment in Australia.
https://www.instagram.com/shyreesays/
https://www.instagram.com/hawraakash/
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If you enjoy what we do, if you want to support us (Purely optional mind you), consider supporting us on Patreon. A few dollars goes a long way in keeping the lights on, paying for our website and helping us do more cool stuff. https://www.patreon.com/VibeUnion
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Edited & graphics by Rhath
Intro music by Sixpence https://www.instagram.com/sixpence_aus
Ft. Freddie Arthur https://www.instagram.com/freddiearthur/Get your tickets to Crackpot Comedy: https://events.humanitix.com/crackpot-comedyAre work friends real friends? What is real friendship, and where do you find it? Being a performing artist is not your usual job, so perhaps the circumstances are different....If you enjoy what we do, if you want to support us (Purely optional mind you), consider supporting us on Patreon. A few dollars goes a long way in keeping the lights on, paying for our website and helping us do more cool stuff. https://www.patreon.com/VibeUnionOr you can buy our poetry book through our website right here!Hosted by Rhath & UserNameUnknown https://www.instagram.com/vibe.unionEdited & graphics by RhathIntro music by Sixpence https://www.instagram.com/sixpence_aus
Competing in poetry poses a strange set of questions and emotional responses. To share something so personal in competition. But it can also be a fantastic place to get amazing feedback and validation for your work.
We've got three competition winners here today, so plenty to discuss.
Oh and Ry. He's not won anything, besides our hearts.
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If you enjoy what we do, if you want to support us (Purely optional mind you), consider supporting us on Patreon. A few dollars goes a long way in keeping the lights on, paying for our website and helping us do more cool stuff. https://www.patreon.com/VibeUnion
Or you can buy our poetry book through our website right here!
Hosted by Rhath & UserNameUnknown https://www.instagram.com/vibe.union
Edited & graphics by Rhath
Intro music by Sixpence https://www.instagram.com/sixpence_aus
We're in a weird state of mind. Frustrated by the act focusing on making 'content' to promote gigs, podcasts, videos etc, while also understanding the importance of it. We have a bit of a discussion on how our mental state is while doing it. Also we talk A.I music....If you enjoy what we do, if you want to support us (Purely optional mind you), consider supporting us on Patreon. A few dollars goes a long way in keeping the lights on, paying for our website and helping us do more cool stuff. https://www.patreon.com/VibeUnionOr you can buy our poetry book through our website right here!Hosted by Rhath & UserNameUnknown https://www.instagram.com/vibe.unionEdited & graphics by RhathIntro music by Sixpence https://www.instagram.com/sixpence_aus
We're always fascinated by the crossover between art forms. What can you learn from different performance types mediums? Is it better to focus on one or branch out as a multifaceted artist? We believe the latter, and Tej is a perfect example of that.
ft. Tej
https://www.instagram.com/tej.pdf/
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If you enjoy what we do, if you want to support us (Purely optional mind you), consider supporting us on Patreon. A few dollars goes a long way in keeping the lights on, paying for our website and helping us do more cool stuff. https://www.patreon.com/VibeUnion
Or you can buy our poetry book through our website right here!
Hosted by Rhath & UserNameUnknown https://www.instagram.com/vibe.union
Edited & graphics by Rhath
Intro music by Sixpence https://www.instagram.com/sixpence_aus
Commanding a stage alone or in good company. Both have pros and cons and fit different needs. But how do you know which suits you or your project best? We have a chat about this and how much it can change overtime for each of us.
ft. Amutha
https://www.instagram.com/amutha.vibes/
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If you enjoy what we do, if you want to support us (Purely optional mind you), consider supporting us on Patreon. A few dollars goes a long way in keeping the lights on, paying for our website and helping us do more cool stuff. https://www.patreon.com/VibeUnion
Or you can buy our poetry book through our website right here!
Hosted by Rhath & UserNameUnknown https://www.instagram.com/vibe.union
Edited & graphics by Rhath
Intro music by Sixpence https://www.instagram.com/sixpence_aus
Get paid doing what you love, and you'll never work a day in your life...
or alternatively, turning your passion into a job can suck the life out of it....
Different ways of thinking about things, and a journey most of us go on. Luckily, our guest Jack, is loving his job as a videographer!ft. Jack from Final Cut Videographyhttps://www.instagram.com/finalcutvideography/...If you enjoy what we do, if you want to support us (Purely optional mind you), consider supporting us on Patreon. A few dollars goes a long way in keeping the lights on, paying for our website and helping us do more cool stuff. https://www.patreon.com/VibeUnionOr you can buy our poetry book through our website right here!Hosted by Rhath & UserNameUnknown https://www.instagram.com/vibe.unionEdited & graphics by RhathIntro music by Sixpence https://www.instagram.com/sixpence_aus
Which one gives you a bigger leg up as an artist starting out? Ok, we actually spend most of this time talking about drugs, but it's a good episode.
ft. Yaru and Antonio
https://www.instagram.com/antoniomontaine/
https://www.instagram.com/yaru_himself/
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If you enjoy what we do, if you want to support us (Purely optional mind you), consider supporting us on Patreon. A few dollars goes a long way in keeping the lights on, paying for our website and helping us do more cool stuff. https://www.patreon.com/VibeUnion
Or you can buy our poetry book through our website right here!
Hosted by Rhath & UserNameUnknown https://www.instagram.com/vibe.union
Edited & graphics by Rhath
Intro music by Sixpence https://www.instagram.com/sixpence_aus
This week, we're honoured to welcome three amazing guest hosts, Shy, Hawraa and Yaru! Hosts and poets of our fundraiser night, 'Poets for Palestine'. This is a lovely conversation around political poetry and the purpose of art in activism.
https://www.instagram.com/shyreesays/
https://www.instagram.com/hawraakash/
https://www.instagram.com/yaru_himself/
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If you enjoy what we do, if you want to support us (Purely optional mind you), consider supporting us on Patreon. A few dollars goes a long way in keeping the lights on, paying for our website and helping us do more cool stuff. https://www.patreon.com/VibeUnion
Or you can buy our poetry book through our website right here!
Hosted by Rhath & UserNameUnknown https://www.instagram.com/vibe.union
Edited & graphics by Rhath
Intro music by Sixpence https://www.instagram.com/sixpence_aus
Obviously, we're big believers in a DIY attitude. But how big is the leap when you get the chance to work in more professional environments? And how do you prepare to make that transition?
How have you found that transition if you've made it yourself?...If you enjoy what we do, if you want to support us (Purely optional mind you), consider supporting us on Patreon. A few dollars goes a long way in keeping the lights on, paying for our website and helping us do more cool stuff. https://www.patreon.com/VibeUnionOr you can buy our poetry book through our website right here!Hosted by Rhath & UserNameUnknown https://www.instagram.com/vibe.unionEdited & graphics by RhathIntro music by Sixpence https://www.instagram.com/sixpence_aus
Today's guest: Shy https://www.instagram.com/shyreesays/
It can be daunting working in spaces centred around sensitive or divisive topics, and so we had a chat with Shy about our tactics. How careful should you be? Or rather, how ready to be humbled should you be?...If you enjoy what we do, if you want to support us (Purely optional mind you), consider supporting us on Patreon. A few dollars goes a long way in keeping the lights on, paying for our website and helping us do more cool stuff. https://www.patreon.com/VibeUnionOr you can buy our poetry book through our website right here!Hosted by Rhath & UserNameUnknown https://www.instagram.com/vibe.unionEdited & graphics by RhathIntro music by Sixpence https://www.instagram.com/sixpence_aus
For the time Vibe Union has been running events, we tend to run them as ongoing series. We love this as it allows events to grow over time and form a community around them. However, sometimes you can feel when one has run its course. But we always have to fight that feeling that somehow it 'failed' if it ends.
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If you enjoy what we do, if you want to support us (Purely optional mind you), consider supporting us on Patreon. A few dollars goes a long way in keeping the lights on, paying for our website and helping us do more cool stuff. https://www.patreon.com/VibeUnion
Or you can buy our poetry book through our website right here!
Hosted by Rhath & UserNameUnknown https://www.instagram.com/vibe.union
Edited & graphics by Rhath
Intro music by Sixpence https://www.instagram.com/sixpence_aus
This week's quest is Yaru: https://www.instagram.com/yaru_himself/I'm sure most of us don't take New Years Resolutions too seriously, however it can be a good excuse to check in on how we're living at the time. We take a look at how we'd like to approach creativity differently this year.However mostly we talk about Tasmania for some reason.Enjoy....If you enjoy what we do, if you want to support us (Purely optional mind you), consider supporting us on Patreon. A few dollars goes a long way in keeping the lights on, paying for our website and helping us do more cool stuff. https://www.patreon.com/VibeUnionOr you can buy our poetry book through our website right here!Hosted by Rhath & UserNameUnknown https://www.instagram.com/vibe.unionEdited & graphics by RhathIntro music by Sixpence https://www.instagram.com/sixpence_aus
This week's quest is Evan from Malibu Spacey: https://www.instagram.com/malibuspacey/
Make sure you check out their new single! https://open.spotify.com/artist/73egpdU9HnxSs6GpycKeWU?si=KCTS82FiTZeKglOJaBtlTw
It can be a strange feeling to market/sell your music that is written about extremely personal topics. Especially for musicians who find the act of releasing music stress-inducing at the best of times.
We also dive into the world of review culture and more.
...If you enjoy what we do, if you want to support us (Purely optional mind you), consider supporting us on Patreon. A few dollars goes a long way in keeping the lights on, paying for our website and helping us do more cool stuff. https://www.patreon.com/VibeUnionOr you can buy our poetry book through our website right here!Hosted by Rhath & UserNameUnknown https://www.instagram.com/vibe.unionEdited & graphics by RhathIntro music by Sixpence https://www.instagram.com/sixpence_aus
Should we be more considerate of the odds of success as artists? Does it just drag you down? Or does blatantly ignoring the odds set you up for a sense of failure?
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If you enjoy what we do, if you want to support us (Purely optional mind you), consider supporting us on Patreon. A few dollars goes a long way in keeping the lights on, paying for our website and helping us do more cool stuff. https://www.patreon.com/VibeUnion
Or you can buy our poetry book through our website right here!
Hosted by Rhath & UserNameUnknown https://www.instagram.com/vibe.union
Edited & graphics by Rhath
Intro music by Sixpence https://www.instagram.com/sixpence_aus
Today we're joined by Thomas and RyuuCan we disconnect art from the artists? Or is this indeed a fools errand and in fact denying the art of much needed context....If you enjoy what we do, if you want to support us (Purely optional mind you), consider supporting us on Patreon. A few dollars goes a long way in keeping the lights on, paying for our website and helping us do more cool stuff. https://www.patreon.com/VibeUnionOr you can buy our poetry book through our website right here!Hosted by Rhath & UserNameUnknown https://www.instagram.com/vibe.unionEdited & graphics by RhathIntro music by Sixpence https://www.instagram.com/sixpence_aus
What's the best way to encourage those around you to create? Must we all self motivate or should we hold each other accountable. We're joined by Thomas today to have a chat about such a topic....If you enjoy what we do, if you want to support us (Purely optional mind you), consider supporting us on Patreon. A few dollars goes a long way in keeping the lights on, paying for our website and helping us do more cool stuff. https://www.patreon.com/VibeUnionOr you can buy our poetry book through our website right here!Hosted by Rhath & UserNameUnknown https://www.instagram.com/vibe.unionEdited & graphics by RhathIntro music by Sixpence https://www.instagram.com/sixpence_aus
Ft. Izzy (Last Name Redacted) https://www.instagram.com/littleizzyruth/
It's not uncommon for artists to attempt a positive improvement in their life and their work, only to receive less attention from die hard fans. We believe that's changing in this day and age but not fast enough. The question still hangs over many an artists head, "must you suffer to make great art?"....If you enjoy what we do, if you want to support us (Purely optional mind you), consider supporting us on Patreon. A few dollars goes a long way in keeping the lights on, paying for our website and helping us do more cool stuff. https://www.patreon.com/VibeUnionOr you can buy our poetry book through our website right here!Hosted by Rhath & UserNameUnknown https://www.instagram.com/vibe.unionEdited & graphics by RhathIntro music by Sixpence https://www.instagram.com/sixpence_aus
Ft. Shy https://www.instagram.com/shyreesays/We've discussed before the close relationship between rap and poetry at Radio Talk, but today we're exploring the medium of comedy with Shy! There are always different discoveries to make about your performance style through other mediums....If you enjoy what we do, if you want to support us (Purely optional mind you), consider supporting us on Patreon. A few dollars goes a long way in keeping the lights on, paying for our website and helping us do more cool stuff. https://www.patreon.com/VibeUnionOr you can buy our poetry book through our website right here!Hosted by Rhath & UserNameUnknown https://www.instagram.com/vibe.unionEdited & graphics by RhathIntro music by Sixpence https://www.instagram.com/sixpence_aus
Events are chaos, unpredictable. And for two anxious dudes, this can be very stressful. But over time, we’ve learned to plan more and more, and we’ve become more comfortable working in that environment. But it’s still not easy.
If you enjoy what we do, if you want to support us (Purely optional mind you), consider supporting us on Patreon. A few dollars goes a long way in keeping the lights on, paying for our website and helping us do more cool stuff. https://www.patreon.com/VibeUnion
Or you can buy our poetry book through our website right here!
Hosted by Rhath & UserNameUnknown https://www.instagram.com/vibe.union
Edited & graphics by Rhath
Intro music by Sixpence https://www.instagram.com/sixpence_aus
Today's special guests: Maadstork & The Milky Bar Kid
https://www.instagram.com/maadstork/
https://www.instagram.com/milkybarkidofficial/
Have you found the best medium for your idea to be expressed? It might not be such a leap from rap to poetry, or visa versa, but it's amazing the different ways you may see an idea. On this episode we're joined by a couple of OG Vibe Union crew, talking poetry, rap, open mics and more.
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If you enjoy what we do, if you want to support us (Purely optional mind you), consider supporting us on Patreon. A few dollars goes a long way in keeping the lights on, paying for our website and helping us do more cool stuff. https://www.patreon.com/VibeUnion Podcast
Or you can buy our poetry book through our website!: www.vibeunion.com.au
hosted by Rhath & UserNameUnknown https://www.instagram.com/vibe.union/
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Intro music by Sixpence https://www.instagram.com/sixpence_aus/
The way we communicate on stage, both as MCs and performers, is seemingly quite atypical for the local poetry and hip-hop scenes we find ourselves part of. We avoid hyperbole as a natural response, but is this a good move?
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If you enjoy what we do, if you want to support us (Purely optional mind you), consider supporting us on Patreon. A few dollars goes a long way in keeping the lights on, paying for our website and helping us do more cool stuff. https://www.patreon.com/VibeUnion Podcast
Or you can buy our poetry book through our website!: www.vibeunion.com.au
hosted by Rhath & UserNameUnknown https://www.instagram.com/vibe.union/
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Intro music by Sixpence https://www.instagram.com/sixpence_aus/
Today's special guest: Antonio Montaine
IG: https://www.instagram.com/antoniomontaine/
Where you start can completely change how you approach an art form. Perhaps a poet who moves into rap will struggle with flow, while a rapper moving into poetry may find it hard to construct narrative. We have a chat about the different places we began toying with words and what difference it makes.
If you enjoy what we do, if you want to support us (Purely optional mind you), consider supporting us on Patreon. A few dollars goes a long way in keeping the lights on, paying for our website and helping us do more cool stuff. https://www.patreon.com/VibeUnion Podcast
Or you can buy our poetry book through our website!: www.vibeunion.com.au
hosted by Rhath & UserNameUnknown https://www.instagram.com/vibe.union/
Edited & graphics by Rhath
Intro music by Sixpence https://www.instagram.com/sixpence_aus/
Today's special guest: Mark Williams
IG: https://www.instagram.com/mark_williams_007/
A core value for Vibe Union has been for a long time, 'make art as accessible as possible'. But how exactly do you do that? Are we doing that? We have a chat about keep creativity approachable, working through stress and also, Warhammer. How many Vibe Union fans are also into Warhammer?
If you enjoy what we do, if you want to support us (Purely optional mind you), consider supporting us on Patreon. A few dollars goes a long way in keeping the lights on, paying for our website and helping us do more cool stuff. https://www.patreon.com/VibeUnion Podcast
Or you can buy our poetry book through our website!: www.vibeunion.com.au
hosted by Rhath & UserNameUnknown https://www.instagram.com/vibe.union/
Edited & graphics by Rhath
Intro music by Sixpence https://www.instagram.com/sixpence_aus/
Today's special guest: Michelangelo
IG: https://www.instagram.com/michelangelotherapper/
Is it better to plan every part of your performance and stick to it? Or does the audience want to know that it’s happening live and you're improvising. Of course, both have their benefits, which we discuss. Enjoy
Also, we have a new store where you can buy our book! : https://vibe-union-store.square.site/
If you enjoy what we do, if you want to support us (Purely optional mind you), consider supporting us on Patreon. A few dollars goes a long way in keeping the lights on, paying for our website and helping us do more cool stuff. https://www.patreon.com/VibeUnion Podcast
hosted by Rhath & UserNameUnknown https://www.instagram.com/vibe.union/
Edited & graphics by Rhath
Intro music by Sixpence https://www.instagram.com/sixpence_aus/
Today's special guest: Michael Bromberg
IG: https://www.instagram.com/usermb17
Finding the courage to get up at a poetry night can be difficult. We all started somewhere, and the fear still resonates in us. But finding the right community for you is all too important. Hope you enjoy this chat on such topics.
You can also buy our poetry book here: https://www.booktopia.com.au/chaotic-musings-vibe-union/book/9780645450880.html
If you enjoy what we do, if you want to support us (Purely optional mind you), consider supporting us on Patreon. A few dollars goes a long way in keeping the lights on, paying for our website and helping us do more cool stuff. https://www.patreon.com/VibeUnion Podcast
hosted by Rhath & UserNameUnknown https://www.instagram.com/vibe.union/
Edited & graphics by Rhath
Intro music by Sixpence https://www.instagram.com/sixpence_aus/
Today's special guest: Izzy (Last Name Redacted)IG: https://www.instagram.com/littleizzyruth
Well, somewhat late to the party but here we are talking about "A.I". We tried generating some poetry for a reading to see what it would come up with. And of course there is the question, should we be scared as creatives of A.I?We discuss that and more. Check it out.
You can also buy our poetry book here: https://www.booktopia.com.au/chaotic-musings-vibe-union/book/9780645450880.html
If you enjoy what we do, if you want to support us (Purely optional mind you), consider supporting us on Patreon.
A few dollars goes a long way in keeping the lights on, paying for our website and helping us do more cool stuff.
https://www.patreon.com/VibeUnion
Podcast hosted by Rhath & UserNameUnknown
https://www.instagram.com/vibe.union/
Edited & graphics by Rhath
Intro music by Sixpence
https://www.instagram.com/sixpence_aus/
Vibe Union has always had a DIY attitude. We'll take a crack at almost anything. But sometimes it's good to look at how far you can get in the current systems just on your own steam, and how much energy you've got for your art.
If you enjoy what we do, if you want to support us (Purely optional mind you), consider supporting us on Patreon.
A few dollars goes a long way in keeping the lights on, paying for our website and helping us do more cool stuff.
https://www.patreon.com/VibeUnion
Podcast hosted by Rhath & UserNameUnknown
https://www.instagram.com/vibe.union/
Edited & graphics by Rhath
Intro music by Sixpence
https://www.instagram.com/sixpence_aus/
We've all heard the saying, "Choose a job you love and you'll never work a day in your life". But as artists we all fear turning our passion into work and often see the professional side of things as soulless. Is it the case that being professional and treating your art as a job will suck the life out of it? Jason and Ry have a bit of a chat about that idea in this episode.
If you enjoy what we do, if you want to support us (Purely optional mind you), consider supporting us on Patreon.A few dollars goes a long way in keeping the lights on, paying for our website and helping us do more cool stuff.https://www.patreon.com/VibeUnionPodcast hosted by Rhath & UserNameUnknownhttps://www.instagram.com/vibe.union/Edited & graphics by RhathIntro music by Sixpencehttps://www.instagram.com/sixpence_aus/
This episode we take a look at our own personal approaches to why we create and what anxieties hold us back. It's an all too common problem for creatives. We're too bloody precious perhaps.If you enjoy what we do, if you want to support us (Purely optional mind you), consider supporting us on Patreon.A few dollars goes a long way in keeping the lights on, paying for our website and helping us do more cool stuff.https://www.patreon.com/VibeUnionPodcast hosted by Rhath & UserNameUnknownhttps://www.instagram.com/vibe.union/Edited & graphics by RhathIntro music by Sixpencehttps://www.instagram.com/sixpence_aus/
Welcome back, to the Vibe Union podcast. A couple of awkward, eye contact avoiding bois have a chat about running events around Melbourne and what we're up to next. It's been a minute since we've hosted a podcast but we're starting up again fortnightly! So if you enjoy chats about being creative and the local arts, have a listen why not. We also talk about trains, which is the best bit.
If you enjoy what we do, if you want to support us (Purely optional mind you), consider supporting us on Patreon.
A few dollars goes a long way in keeping the lights on, paying for our website and helping us do more cool stuff.
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Podcast hosted by Rhath & UserNameUnknown
https://www.instagram.com/vibe.union/
Edited & graphics by Rhath
Intro music by Sixpence
https://www.instagram.com/sixpence_aus/
Vibe Union co-founder & lyrical rapper, Emkew is back in town for a couple of weeks! And of course that means we had to talk about where he’s been, what he’s building and how the Pakistan scene differs from Melbourne. Lots to take away and apply wherever you create in the world.
Keep your eye on Emkew:
https://www.instagram.com/emkewmusic/
https://open.spotify.com/artist/1j8Xg7YtNQ59EWCIs14ksk?si=c3x8Y6eRS125KNRZZL9SsA
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwpt90eCaOGoqfmrLJLY0nw
Podcast hosted by Rhath
Edited & graphics by Rhath
Intro music by Sixpence
Do you write in character or purely personally? What emotions and ideas can you explore in character? We have a chat with R.em.edy about her upcoming single and how she approaches writing.
Catch her at Mortal Cadence June 18!
https://fb.me/e/1t6YeLmsX
Keep your eye on R.EM.EDY:
https://www.instagram.com/r.em.edy/
https://open.spotify.com/artist/2zimfjugiCq53nziN8cenP
Podcast hosted by Rhath
Edited & graphics by Rhath
Intro music by Sixpence
Community leader, singer & performer from birth, Ivory Archer is here to build. We get into what YoungGods is all about, where it all began for Ivory and what community means to us. Make sure you catch YoungGods at Mr Boogie Man Bar.
https://fb.me/e/2cVzbTQC1
Keep your eye on Ivory:
https://www.instagram.com/ivoryarcheraus/
Podcast hosted by Rhath
Edited & graphics by Rhath
Intro music by Sixpence
We welcome accomplished performer of 10 years BRŪDE to the Vibe Union podcast. With so many performances under his belt to such a diversity of crowds, BRŪDE has a lot of insight to performing live. We discuss the songwriting process and riding that line between writing for the crowd and writing for oneself.
Catch BRŪDE live at the Dusty Sessions on June 4th at Bar 303:
https://www.vibeunion.com.au/vibe-union-events/dustysessionsvol6
Keep your eye on BRŪDE:
https://www.instagram.com/brudemusic/
Podcast hosted by Rhath
Edited & graphics by Rhath
Intro music by Sixpence
Our special guest on this episode, hailing from the USA is Avery Harden! While on his Australian tour he stopped by to chat with us. This guy is amazing at social media to promote his music, but we wanted to find out how that connects to his meaningful lyrics and energy. It was a great chat and we hope to see him back here in Melbourne sometime soon.
Make sure you check out Avery's music!
https://open.spotify.com/artist/4921XwoJZISh2ztRdSUqLr?si=00MpXlS4R_u7YHo9Wv739g
Keep your eye on Avery:
https://www.instagram.com/averyhardhiphop/
Podcast hosted by Rhath
Edited & graphics by Rhath
Intro music by Sixpence
We're joined on this episode by the founding member of the Melbourne poetry collective, The Degraves Circle. Jaidyn Attard and Rhath get into what it's like running a collective and the work that goes into it. The world has shifted dramatically over the past couple of decades and especially in the last three years. We talk about how to promote yourself and what people are looking for in a poet in 2022.
Make sure you check out Jaidyn's collective!
https://www.instagram.com/thedegravescircle/
Keep your eye on Jaidyn:
https://www.instagram.com/jaidynpoetry/
Podcast hosted by Rhath
Edited & graphics by Rhath
Intro music by Sixpence
With a love for old school hip-hop & a lot of soul searching, Journeyman AKA Mandrillman has dropped a new project! On this episode we get in the thick of why we create, how we want our art perceived and how much responsibility we have as artists.
Make sure you check out Journeyman's new project!
https://open.spotify.com/album/6IBI7oy6cN0XIUnYl9ZHH1?si=p71RGdBCTs62-07g1QUUuw
Keep your eye on Journeyman:
https://www.instagram.com/mandrillman_aus/
Podcast hosted by Rhath & S.T.P
Edited & graphics by Rhath
Intro music by Sixpence
We have a special bonus episode for you! Dilly Dave chats with King Derek and DJ Emperor Sativa of Splifftail Entertainment about their upcoming show in an on going series, Aus Vrs Vibes. A huge hip-hop, dance hall, reggae, afrobeat & amapiano showcase!
Make sure you catch this huge night at Rubix Warehouse May 6th.
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/aus-vrs-vibes-tickets-288368065647
Keep your eye on Splifftail Entertainment:
https://www.instagram.com/splifftailentertainment/
Podcast hosted by Dilly Dave
Edited & graphics by Rhath
Intro music by Sixpence
An unconventional past from studying classical composition to drug dealing. On this episode of the Vibe Union podcast, we talk about unconventional places to learn life skills and finding your feet as a performer. Alaska has lived a lot of life in a short time and is happy to share his tale.
Make sure you catch Alaska at Red Betty for the release of his new music video, 'Simp'.
https://fb.me/e/1O3Mzhcwf
Keep your eye on Ya Boy Alaska:
https://www.instagram.com/yaboyalaska/
https://open.spotify.com/artist/4hJXRfX543r2bGgth0Rfjt?si=QOwI4pspTgKaqnNQzmLl2g
Podcast hosted, recorded & edited by Rhath
Intro music by Sixpence
Graphics by Rhath
From punk to rap, memes & street fashion, Jim Horde is himself. How do you cultivate an altitude of do what you want and not care what others think? In this episode, Rhath & Jim Horde talk organic performances on stage, marketing yourself on tik-tok & the woes of working hospitality.
Keep your eye on Jim Horde
https://www.instagram.com/jim_horde
Podcast hosted, recorded & edited by Rhath
Intro music by Sixpence
Graphics by Rhath
Sky Daddy Cometh ft. UserNameUnknown | Episode 052 | Vibe Union Podcast
Sky Daddy cometh. OG of Vibe Union, UserNameUnknown, has released his first ever rap EP! Starting his creative career in poetry, Jason & Rhath talk about how the two art forms differ and how they influence their techniques. What changes when you’re a rapper turned poet? How does poetry influence your rap style?
Keep your eye on UserNameUnknown:
https://open.spotify.com/album/1uwBm5MEYK3BeBXJnCNrca?si=wfOqA5MRTpCHIdnJt3LcSw
https://www.instagram.com/user.name.unknown.jason/
https://www.vibeunion.com.au/members/jasonvoss
Podcast hosted, recorded & edited by Rhath
Intro music by Sixpence
Graphics by Rhath
On this episode of the Vibe Union podcast - DillyDave speaks with Sam Civa, long standing favorite of Talking Blue poetry night. Poetry is a raw and personal art form, and everyone has a different approach. Sam goes into detail about his editing process and journey as a poet.
Keep your eye on Sam Civa:
Insta - @samciva1
Podcast hosted by DillyDave
Intro music by Sixpence
Graphics by Rhath
On this episode of the Vibe Union podcast - DillyDave speaks with Caisha Sprout in the lead up to Vibe Unions folk & singer-songwriter showcase, the Dusty Sessions.
Upbeat, funky, and soulful Caisha Sprout brings an infectious positivity and playfulness to her listeners. Encouraging us to love ourselves and each other with her music, and with a beautiful warmth to her voice, you’ll be smiling and grooving along with every song!
Keep your eye on Caisha Sprout:
Insta - @caishasprout
Facebook - @caishasprout
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/album/7vEpk4R3sbb5xEJ1SaCdUl?si=jvOvYOZYTC6MSe4pMOgRSQ
Podcast hosted by DillyDave
Intro music by Sixpence
Graphics by Rhath
On this episode of the Vibe Union podcast, DillyDave speaks with Tumi the Be about his new album and sitting on unreleased gold. Tumi has been working in the Melbourne scene for years, and this album is a culmination of that effort and passion.
Make sure you don't miss his album launch on April 1st at Colour Club, Melbourne. “Tumi the Be” showcases Tumi’s diverse taste for hip hop, sampling the sounds of Dilla style beats, boom bap and trap music. Join the gang for a night of rap, r n b, soul music, featuring dance performances by Hoop Dogg/Hayley Hoops and Melbourne based choreographer Maggie Mmadfox.
Keep your eye on Tumi the Be:
Insta - @tumi_the_be
https://www.facebook.com/TheTumiBe
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/26UGPuYQ4aafghKIp5NQ04?si=n9Cjook0QP-a7X7YwHkyTw
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create, share and host the music that inspires us.
Join us!
www.instagram.com/vibe.union
www.facebook.com/vibe.union
www.soundcloud.com/vibe-union
https://anchor.fm/vibe-union
Podcast hosted, recorded and edited by DillyDave
Intro music by Sixpence
Graphics by Rhath
Photo by Saskia McKippers
On this episode of the Vibe Union podcast, DillyDave speaks with Mr Congo about community building through the arts. Mr Congo reflects on ways to approach venues and promoters, getting out of his head to pursue his passions and who to keep eyes on in the scene.
Mr Congo is a therapist, poet, musician, afro futurist, deejay and MC extraordinaire who moved from Florida to Melbourne 14 years ago. Mr Congo is very community focused through putting on shows and creating platforms for other creatives to share their art.
Keep your eye on Cory:
Insta - @mr.congo80
Spotify - @Mr Congo
Linktr.ee/mrcongo800
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create, share and host the music that inspires us.
Join us!
www.instagram.com/vibe.union
www.facebook.com/vibe.union
www.soundcloud.com/vibe-union
https://anchor.fm/vibe-union
Podcast hosted, recorded and edited by DillyDave
Intro music by Sixpence
During this episode of the Vibe Union podcast, DillyDave speaks with Mono the Messenger about the origin of the popular “The Dojo” freestyle/cipher night at Blue Bar in Melbourne. Mono explains how he initially got into rap and freestyle, and then what events lead to him creating The Dojo.
Mono the Messenger is a talented and well known MC and freestyle king residing in Melbourne. His community focused events inspire rappers to dig deep and bring realness to the stage and help instil confidence for many MCs in Melbourne. Hungry rappers follow Mono around Melbourne to take part in the famous freestyle events he runs.
Keep your eye on Mono and The Dojo:
Insta - @monothemessenger
@the_dojo_openmic
https://www.facebook.com/thedojoaus
Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/user-600692752-424839245
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create, share and host the music that inspires us.
Join us!
www.instagram.com/vibe.union
www.facebook.com/vibe.union
www.soundcloud.com/vibe-union
https://anchor.fm/vibe-union
Podcast hosted, recorded and edited by DillyDave
Intro music by Sixpence
On this episode of the Vibe Union podcast, DillyDave speaks with Hana Rosé about what it takes to book a show in the the scene, realigning during times of stagnation and the upcoming Vibe Union hip-hop showcase "Mortal Cadence".
New Zealand born Wāhine Toa (warrior woman) Hana, is an emotive and dynamic storyteller and performer. She brings messages of women empowerment, dream-chasing, love, sensuality, pain, strength, and resilience.
Catch Hana Rosé, Yambra, Jeb Ross, and Rhath at the upcoming Vibe Union event "Mortal Cadence" on the 12th of March at Bar 303.
Keep your eye on Hana:
Insta - @hana_rosay
Spotify - @Hana Rose
https://www.hanarosay.com/
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create, share and host the music that inspires us.
Join us!
www.instagram.com/vibe.union
www.facebook.com/vibe.union
www.soundcloud.com/vibe-union
https://anchor.fm/vibe-union
Podcast hosted, recorded and edited by Dilly Dave
Intro music by Sixpence
On this episode of the Vibe Union podcast, DillyDave speaks with Yambra about entering the Melbourne live music scene and the upcoming Vibe Union hip-hop showcase "Mortal Cadence".
Yambra is a eclectic young indigenous artist from Dja Dja Wurrung country who currently lives in Naarm. His music is both uplifting and vibe filled, guided by sweet emotive melodies.
From the origin of his stage name to name dropping other artists in the scene, this episode is a great insight into the personality and approach of Yambra as he starts to make a name for himself.
For the last few years he's worked on finding his sound before taking it to the stage to drive crowds wild. Catch Yambra, Jeb Ross, Hana Rose and Rhath at the upcoming Vibe Union event "Mortal Cadence" on the 12th of March at Bar 303.
Keep your eye out on:
https://www.instagram.com/_yambra_/
https://open.spotify.com/artist/1aqqHmzorQcX0wkANCRCst?si=0xw7mZJ0QWewYF3z56en6w
https://www.instagram.com/dillydave/
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create, share and host the music that inspires us.
Join us!
www.instagram.com/vibe.union
www.facebook.com/vibe.union
www.soundcloud.com/vibe-union
https://anchor.fm/vibe-union
Podcast hosted, recorded and edited by Dilly Dave
Intro music by Sixpence
This episode of the Vibe Union podcast involves an insight into the writer's mind of R.C Waldun (Robin). Robin has his hand in many creative endeavors including; writing, poetry, video production and photography. He has a fantastic YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/c/RCWaldun/) where he posts video essays on various helpful topics including; creativity, writing, productivity and motivation.
Host DillyDave and Robin meet up just before Robin headlines the Vibe Union spoken work night "Talking Blue" at Blue Bar in Prahran. They talk poetry, life experience, learning through making a mess and turning tragedy into comedy.
Keep your eye out on:
@r.c.waldun - Robin
https://www.youtube.com/c/RCWaldun/
@dillydave
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create, share and host the music that inspires us.
Join us!
www.instagram.com/vibe.union
www.facebook.com/vibe.union
www.soundcloud.com/vibe-union
https://anchor.fm/vibe-union
Podcast hosted, recorded and edited by Dilly Dave
Intro music by Sixpence
This episode of the Vibe Union podcast involves a mind and light bending conversation with Vibe Union photographer and director Saskia.
Dilly Dave and Saskia talk about entering the live performance scene through photography, capturing the moment in a live setting vs solo artist shoot and how photography has become a practice used to tether Saskia to life.
Also mentioned in conversation was artists participating in Vibe Union events:
(Instagram Handles)
@tandemreserve
@r.c.waldun
@amutha.vibe
@georgiadelaneymartin
@rhath_music
@hana_rosay
@_yambra_
@jebrossmusic
@kanani_music
Keep your eye out on:
Saskia - https://www.instagram.com/chaupaemisque/
Dilly Dave - https://www.instagram.com/dillydave/
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create the music that inspires you.
Join us!
www.instagram.com/vibe.union
www.facebook.com/vibe.union
www.soundcloud.com/vibe-union
https://anchor.fm/vibe-union
Podcast hosted, recorded and edited by Dilly Dave
Intro music by Sixpence
This episode of the Vibe Union Podcast we welcome one of the event managers of The Dusty Sessions. Off the back of the most successful Dusty Sessions yet, Dilly & Georgia reflect on its success, talk creativity, community and more.
Follow Georgia on Instagram: www.instagram.com/georgiadelaneymartin/
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create the music that inspires you.
Join us!
www.instagram.com/vibe.union
www.facebook.com/vibe.union
www.soundcloud.com/vibe-union
https://anchor.fm/vibe-union
Podcast hosted, recorded and edited by Dilly Dave
Intro music by Sixpence
This episode of the Vibe Union Podcast explores a recent review of the scene both inside and outside of VIbe Union from the perspective of directors/founders Rhath and DillyDave. After its initial conception 2 years ago, Vibe Union has explored production, collaboration and event management all over Melbourne with many artists taking part in all aspects of operating from performance to production and participation.
Rhath and Dilly talk about recent gigs, Vibe Union events and recent EPs that they and Jason (Username.Unknown) have been working on.
Keep your eye out on their IG channels:
@rhath_music
@dillydave
@user.name.unknown.jason
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create the music that inspires you.
Join us!
www.instagram.com/vibe.union
www.facebook.com/vibe.union
www.soundcloud.com/vibe-union
https://anchor.fm/vibe-union
https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/vibeunionmelb
Last episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eMQi-hPxNRc
Subscribe Now: https://youtube.com/c/vibeunion?sub_confirmation=1
Dusty Sessions Feb 5th @Bar 303, Northcote: https://fb.me/e/277pRulGV
This weeks guest is the kind hearted and genuine soul of Melbourne singer/songwriter Hui. In this episode we talked about vulnerability, empathy and kicking back into gear with Melbourne's live music scene.
Hui’s stories go straight to the heart. With an extensive background on multiple instruments, and an open view of the world, Hui dives deep into love, loss, isolation, and self-growth. We were graced with his presence on one of our lockdown livestreams, and we are excited to not only have him on the podcast but also for our up and coming "The Dusty Sessions" gig in Feb.
Highlights
00:00 Intro/Acknowledgement/Cheers
03:30 Hui Vibe Check
05:36 Origin of name
07:10 Maternal instincts and empathy
10:46 Mental health as a song theme
12:02 Return to the live scene
14:02 Lockdown releases
15:50 Direction coming out of high school
18:40 Advise for people pursuing music outside of university
21:02 The team
22:26 The producer
23:30 Influences
25:20 The bio of Hui
26:15 Hobbies and interests
28:40 Hopes and direction for 2022
30:52 Best idea you've had this week
32:20 How did you find out about Vibe Union?
Find more Hui:
https://www.instagram.com/hui._music/
https://open.spotify.com/artist/06lB7Cn3Z0W49FxvLG0qmT?si=aDkUZyY6RxSX0KaO-qORYA
This podcast was recorded on the stolen lands of the Wurundjeri and Boon Woorung peoples of the Kulin Nation. They have served as traditional custodians of this land for over 60,000 years, living in harmony with our environment. Sovereignty was never ceded and we extend our respects to Indigenous elders past and present, and we strive for a better future in which our First Nations People are respected and at the forefront of society’s relationship with the land.
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create the music that inspires you.
Join us!
www.instagram.com/vibe.union
www.facebook.com/vibe.union
www.soundcloud.com/vibe-union
www.youtube.com/c/vibeunion
Hosted by Dilly Dave
Intro/Outro music by Sixpence
https://www.instagram.com/sixpence_aus/
Video editing by Dilly Dave
What’s your place in the cosmos?
Last episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cccndaQva7A
Subscribe Now: https://youtube.com/c/vibeunion?sub_confirmation=1
Our guest this week is the free and flowy Ryuu aka Bbae Scribbles. Currently residing in Melbourne and hailing from the US, Ryuu is a break dancer, musician and entertainer who is a regular at Vibe Union spoken word event “Talking Blue”.
With a love for all things Hip Hop, Ryuu respects the game by engaging with the elements; emceeing, deejaying, breakin', graff and beatboxing. From picking the perfect sample, to losing themselves in a dance groove, Ryuu’s approach to music and creativity is very hands-on. Not to say there is no soul at play behind the craft. The mindset and mentality behind Ryuu’s work is very aligned with what is happening around them, seeing the significance of the human experience and its value in the universe. Ryuu intends to help those who have been through the hardships of homelessness and discrimination through both his performance, creations and future investments.
Highlights
00:00 Intro/Acknowledgement/Cheers
01:36 Ryuu Vibe Check
03:45 Cosmic Prompt for Poetry
07:10 Origin Story
15:08 Cosmic Poetry @ Talking Blue
17:08 Interests and Hobbies
20:25 Current Work
25:23 Strengths and Weaknesses
28:31 Planning for the future
30:21 How has Vibe Union helped you as an artist?
Find more Bbae Scribbles:
https://www.instagram.com/bbaescribbles/
https://open.spotify.com/artist/2v6LOuKfLDn9MUQ3EfzQS8
This podcast was recorded on the stolen lands of the Wurundjeri and Boon Woorung peoples of the Kulin Nation. They have served as traditional custodians of this land for over 60,000 years, living in harmony with our environment. Sovereignty was never ceded and we extend our respects to Indigenous elders past and present, and we strive for a better future in which our First Nations People are respected and at the forefront of society’s relationship with the land.
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create the music that inspires you.
Join us!
www.instagram.com/vibe.union
www.facebook.com/vibe.union
www.soundcloud.com/vibe-union
www.youtube.com/c/vibeunion
Hosted by Dilly Dave
Intro/Outro music by Sixpence
Video editing by Dilly Dave
When was the last time you danced with your demons? Our guests this week are PACFA Psychotherapist Giovanna, and Media Director Sasha, who produce and host The Candle Melbourne podcast, among a range of other artistic pursuits. Hosts Minti Dee and Dilly Dave re-unite to explore what it means to have a relationship with one’s mental health, the link between psychotherapists and horror media, and an insightful reminder about yellow snow.
Check below for links to The Candle, along with Gio’s and Sasha’s other creative endeavours.
Highlights
00:00 Make Friends With Your Demons
06:43 Psychotherapy + Art = The Candle
13:45 The Allure of Horror
22:04 Working With Shame
27:40 Planning Your Creative Conversations
34:38 Closing Thoughts
Find out more about The Candle Melbourne at:
https://www.thecandlemelbourne.com/
https://www.instagram.com/melbourne_mentalhealth/
https://www.facebook.com/TheCandlePodcast
Sasha's work:
New release: https://sashacuha.bandcamp.com/album/the-loved-dead
My Cherry Pie Online Premier (a film Sasha acted and scored for):
https://www.facebook.com/events/226487939494012/
5 Fragments (also due to appear on Channel 31):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=emuTymaDdFE
Documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aPusdJOWXD8
This podcast was recorded on the stolen lands of the Wurundjeri and Boon Woorung peoples of the Kulin Nation. They have served as traditional custodians of this land for over 60,000 years, living in harmony with our environment. Sovereignty was never ceded and we extend our respects to Indigenous elders past and present, and we strive for a better future in which our First Nations People are respected and at the forefront of society’s relationship with the land.
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create the music that inspires you.
Join us!
www.instagram.com/vibe.union
www.facebook.com/vibe.union
www.soundcloud.com/vibe-union
www.youtube.com/c/vibeunion
Hosted by Minti Dee and Dilly Dave
Intro/Outro music by Minti Dee
Video editing by Dilly Dave
Emily Paddon-Brown is an activist, actor, eco-warrior, and musician who is fighting for a gentle planet. With her life-long experience in the creative sector and a generous heart for the world she occupies, Emily is looking to bring about more sustainability practices in the lives of the people around her. Tune in to this episode hosted by Minti Dee and Dilly Dave for ideas you can bring into your creative career to reduce your carbon footprint, and most importantly – “Why?”
Highlights
00:00 Dilly Dear
05:25 Eco-Warrior Emily Paddon-Brown
11:58 The Circular Economy
18:02 Incorporating Sustainability into Music
28:30 Scaling Up Your Projects
32:50 Sustainable DIY Instruments
Connect with Emily:
Insta/FB @epbandthegentleplanet
Youtube series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQKmCBsFwPB5WDTcash2dirpPhrWDLHta
Links mentioned in the podcast:
Upparel: https://www.facebook.com/EPBandthegentleplanet/posts/10159068829962319
Basket-weaving: https://craft-school-oz.teachable.com/p/textile-coiled-baskets
This podcast was recorded on the stolen lands of the Wurundjeri peoples of the Kulin Nation. They have served as traditional custodians of this land for over 60,000 years, living in harmony with our environment. Sovereignty was never ceded and we extend our respects to Indigenous elders past and present, and we strive for a better future in which our First Nations People are respected and at the forefront of society’s relationship with the land.
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create the music that inspires you.
Join us!
www.instagram.com/vibe.union
www.facebook.com/vibe.union
www.soundcloud.com/vibe-union
www.youtube.com/c/vibeunion
Hosted by Minti Dee and Dilly Dave
Intro/Outro music: Vibe Union - Night Life(produced by @Jessy Jackson
Life is a fast-paced endeavour. Is it failure if we can't keep up? What about those who set or smash the pace? Does being ahead mean success? This episode brings inter-generational wisdom to the topic in the form of Minti's mum Bronwen, along with regulars Jason and Rhath. Chaos, carrots, and culture lead the cast through wild conversations on Zoom etiquette, building successful connections, and the value of life in the slow lane.
Highlights
00:00 A Very Evolved Synthetic Human Being
07:41 Carrots Everywhere
13:04 Zoom Stalking
20:48 Shall We Blow Up?
31:03 Building A Career
41:54 The Basis of Our Society
52:20 Final Thoughts
This podcast was recorded on the stolen lands of the Wurundjeri peoples of the Kulin Nation. They have served as traditional custodians of this land for over 60,000 years, living in harmony with our environment. Sovereignty was never ceded and we extend our respects to Indigenous elders past and present, and we strive for a better future in which our First Nations People are respected and at the forefront of society’s relationship with the land.
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create the music that inspires you.
Join us!
www.instagram.com/vibe.union
www.facebook.com/vibe.union
www.soundcloud.com/vibe-union
www.youtube.com/c/vibeunion
Hosted by Rhath
Intro/Outro music: Vibe Union - Night Life(produced by @Jessy Jackson
Why is expelling gas offensive?
Minti and Amutha discuss how to not be lame by accepting that life forms eat and fart, and that this is a natural process of life so why does it offend ya bruh?
Highlights
01:34 - Minti introduces you to crazy things in her garage
04:02 - Water break
06:26 - The purpose of life, for real.
11:06 - Mooncup
14:45 - Personal Perception of reality
16:53 - How to approach sensitive topics
22:12 - Reprogramming the default mode network
27:57 - Sustainable fashion to be/feel YOU
34:22 - Sandwich making live (peasants mukbang)
37:14 - Minti does ASMR
40:22 - The great saddness of Amutha's departed scarf
48:32 - Burping
50:16 - What do your vibes feed?
55:46 - Minti eats chocolates in front of vegan
57:45 - Performing scripts vs your own material
01:01:20 - Join the cult
Links mentioned throughout:
Emily Paddon Brown: https://www.instagram.com/epbandthegentleplanet/
The Kala Space: https://www.facebook.com/TheKalaSpace/
Scavengers: https://www.facebook.com/ScavengersWarehouse
This podcast was recorded on the stolen lands of the Wurundjeri peoples of the Kulin Nation. They have served as traditional custodians of this land for over 60,000 years, living in harmony with our environment. Sovereignty was never ceded and we extend our respects to Indigenous elders past, present, and emerging.
Last week’s episode: https://youtu.be/ntsCQdKl1RA
Subscribe Now: https://youtube.com/c/vibeunion?sub_confirmation=1
Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4rYRFTj6yw4X7HGSSy3lC3?si=T86g9sZhRuCzgU91eCNJ8w
Listen on Apple Podcasts:
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/vibe-union-podcast/id1535167287
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create the music that inspires you.
Join us!
www.instagram.com/vibe.union
www.facebook.com/vibe.union
www.soundcloud.com/vibe-union
www.youtube.com/c/vibeunion
Intro/Outro music: Vibe Union - Night Life (produced by Jessy Jackson)
Pressure makes diamonds, but are diamonds the goal of your music? Community, experimentation, and collaboration are at the core of VU’s philosophy but how do they serve our individual artists? Dilly Dave asks the tough questions of Kelsey Jean and Rhath in this light conversation about music-making. Tune in to hear what VU’s been up to, how members have benefited from being a part of Vibe Union, and the limitations to our approach.
Highlights
00:00 The Dusty Sessions
11:10 Open Mics
20:55 What’s Next for VU?
27:45 The Uncut Diamonds
40:20 Becoming a Performing Artist
46:59 Final Thoughts
This podcast was recorded on the stolen lands of the Wurundjeri peoples of the Kulin Nation. They have served as traditional custodians of this land for over 60,000 years, living in harmony with our environment. Sovereignty was never ceded and we extend our respects to Indigenous elders past and present, and we strive for a better future in which our First Nations People are respected and at the forefront of society’s relationship with the land.
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create the music that inspires you.
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Hosted by Dilly Dave
Intro/Outro music: Vibe Union - Night Life(produced by @Jessy Jackson
Stuck on a project? Need to break through? We’ve all been there. Rhath, Emkew, and Dilly Dave are back in the flesh post-lockdown to discuss their creative projects during the snap quarantine. From busting down creative block, to dealing with hecklers, this episode covers a range of topics perfectly tailored for a budding artist. As you venture forth into the brave new world of being a prolific live musician, tune in to hear about why it’s okay to tear up your work, as well as a nightmare audience story.
Highlights
00:00 WE GET LOCKED DOWN, BUT WE GET UP AGAIN
03:50 Audience Participation
15:28 The Worst Heckler
21:10 Creating Quickly
31:51 The Exercise of it
40:30 In Summary
This podcast was recorded on the stolen lands of the Wurundjeri peoples of the Kulin Nation. They have served as traditional custodians of this land for over 60,000 years, living in harmony with our environment. Sovereignty was never ceded and we extend our respects to Indigenous elders past, present, and emerging.
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create the music that inspires you.
Join us!
www.instagram.com/vibe.union
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Intro/Outro music: Vibe Union - Night Life(produced by @Jessy Jackson
“Just remember to fall in love, there’s nothing else” – The Chemical Brothers
Love is the topic today, in all its forms. Whether its heightening your self-love, or the way you want to express and receive love, this episode will strengthen your relationship with perhaps the most powerful force within the human spirit. Amutha hosts Rhath and Saskia for this loving, caring, and important episode. Tune in to understand why your various relationships feel draining or energising in their different ways.
Highlights
00:00 What Is Love?
10:47 A Meaningful Connection
18:58 Expectations
23:36 Evolving Relationships
30:22 Transmutation
38:28 It Keeps Bringing Me Back
47:02 Final Thoughts
This podcast was recorded on the stolen lands of the Wurundjeri peoples of the Kulin Nation. They have served as traditional custodians of this land for over 60,000 years, living in harmony with our environment. Sovereignty was never ceded and we extend our respects to Indigenous elders past, present, and emerging.
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create the music that inspires you.
Join us!
www.instagram.com/vibe.union
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Hosted by Amutha
Intro/Outro music: Vibe Union - Night Life(produced by @Jessy Jackson
Who’s your favourite rapper’s favourite rapper? Today some new faces join the VU Podcast panel to dissect their favourite rappers, the techniques that make them who they are, and what they see the future of hip hop looking like. Join Journeyman, D’Rad MC, and Sixpence on their journey through the annals of the art of rapping, and uncover some skills and essential listening that’s sure to up your rap game.
Highlights
00:00 The Birth of Rap
10:28 Purity of Process
23:50 Freestyline and The Flowzone
36:45 The Best Ever
45:34 On Theme
59:38 Inspirations
1:07:50 Who Sparked Us?
This podcast was recorded on the stolen lands of the Wurundjeri peoples of the Kulin Nation. They have served as traditional custodians of this land for over 60,000 years, living in harmony with our environment. Sovereignty was never ceded and we extend our respects to Indigenous elders past, present, and emerging.
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create the music that inspires you.
Join us!
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Hosted by Journeyman
Intro/Outro music: Vibe Union - Night Life(produced by @Jessy Jackson
Let’s talk about race. As Australia continues to struggle with racism and a dehumanising attitude towards its Indigenous population, hip hop continues to rise as a cultural beacon. Borrowed from the lived experiences of marginalised and oppressed African Americans, the genre has seen a colourful evolution amongst Australia’s predominantly-white population. As it spreads to Australia’s suburbs, white Australia is being exposed to instances of a word that has over 400 years of history as a tool of oppression. Without the cultural significance translating to the Australian experience, we find a more blasé approach to its use. Why is it problematic? How does it affect people of African and African-American heritage to hear it used, especially by non-black people? What is Inter-Generational Trauma?
This week’s special guest Strictly DT (@strictlydt) joins Emkew and Amutha for this eye-opening and heavy conversation. This is a must-watch for anyone performing or producing hip hop music. Whether you’re singing along to the radio in your car, or performing alongside Kendrick Lamar – you need to hear this.
Highlights
00:00 Indigenous Allyship
07:51 My Culture
14:12 BBQ Rappers
21:28 The “N” Word
29:45 Tradies and Ladies
44:33 It Hurts Me In My Grandma’s Heart
59:10 Swa5tika Phone Cases
1:06:48 Love Trump’s Hate
This podcast was recorded on the stolen lands of the Wurundjeri peoples of the Kulin Nation. They have served as traditional custodians of this land for over 60,000 years, living in harmony with our environment. Sovereignty was never ceded and we extend our respects to Indigenous elders past, present, and emerging.
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create the music that inspires you.
Join us!
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Hosted by Emkew
Intro/Outro music: Vibe Union - Night Life(produced by @Jessy Jackson
Do we have free will? Are we simply debris floating towards a waterfall? The gang goes deep on this episode as Emkew, Amutha, and Rhath get metaphysical. From relating gig experiences to free will, to sharing stories of insane coincidence, the trio take on the heavy task of exploring what it means to live your best life. Dive in for discussions on tarot readings, the poetry of life, and VU music news.
Highlights
00:00 GET GROUNDED!
04:48 Tarot Cards & Destiny
11:41 Soft Determinism
19:05 On Happiness
22:37 Determinism or Free Will?
33:01 Amutha’s Spooky Times
36:40 Emkew’s Tattoo Story
44:18 A Healthy Dose of Skepticism
53:05 Metaphysics and Emotional Management
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create the music that inspires you.
Join us!
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Hosted by Emkew
Intro/Outro music: Vibe Union - Night Life(produced by @Jessy Jackson)
What makes for a great event? Emkew dives into the memory banks of Rhath and Jason to discuss the gigs that defined each of them as a performer, and what they look for in good shows now. From jumping castles and pirate costumes, to zorb balls and cellos – the guys discover what makes a truly rewarding live experience for performer and audience alike. Stay tuned to the end for a special surprise guest!
Highlights
00:00 Enjoyable Events
06:34 Production Value
15:20 Breaking the Stage Barrier
26:35 What Does A Gig Need?
34:42 The Element of Surprise
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create the music that inspires you.
Join us!
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Hosted by Emkew
Intro/Outro music: Vibe Union - Night Life(produced by @Jessy Jackson)
Is the artist lifestyle wearing you down? What does burnout really look like? Join us on this podcast episode! The very wrecked Emkew, Rhath, and Amutha explore how they’ve gotten to looking like marooned travellers, and why it’s not the worst thing in the world to be wrecked. Dive into this conversation about diet, spirituality, work routines, and how to set yourself up for a bright morning.
Highlights
00:00 What’s Wrecking Us?
05:05 Lifestyles of the Poor and the Anonymous (aka Artists)
10:48 Sacrifices, Lifestyle, and Ramadan
18:46 Structure, or Go With The Flow?
25:46 Are You Paying Attention?
28:55 How To Remedy Wrecked-ness
34:49 The Straight Through Crew
42:50 Artists and Suffering
51:26 “Personal Time”
58:44 Recap & Final Thoughts
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create the music that inspires you.
Join us!
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Hosted by Emkew
Intro/Outro music: Vibe Union - Night Life(produced by @Jessy Jackson)
You’ve written a novel, we guarantee it. Whether you scribbled down a single line on your phone, or have a stack of sticky notes next to your inkwell, being a writer comes naturally to all people. So why is there such a stigma around what constitutes “good” writing? Amutha, Sixpence, and Saskia sat down during a party to chat about their writing processes, how they’ve evolved as authors and creatives, and the trio unpack a blog about biscuits.
Highlights
00:00 What does Writing Mean to You?
04:48 Bleed It Out
10:20 Amutha Performs Her First Piece
13:42 Memory Loss
21:28 Erase the Theory
27:20 Dissonance Between Art and Artist
32:25 The Biscuit Blog
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create the music that inspires you.
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Hosted by Amutha
Intro/Outro music: Vibe Union - Night Life(produced by @Jessy Jackson)
What can the streets teach you about writing and life? What's the hottest new spoken word night in Melbourne all about? Lets discuss.
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This episodes guests
Jay the Author
https://www.instagram.com/jaytheauthor/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKHgeyPCsJVPDzuvJ4gVvxQ
R.C Waldun
https://www.instagram.com/r.c.waldun/
https://www.youtube.com/c/RCWaldun
Last week’s episode: https://youtu.be/0ozbHLmCBAM
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The power of yes has continued as a running theme for several episodes now, as it seems to be an unstoppable force. Rhath was put onto these guys the day before recording by the amazing friend of the show, Saskia (Insta @chaupaemisque) and then naturally upon meeting them, hit record and we've found our selves with another powerful episode. Jay & Robin tell us all about their approach to life, their approach to writing and their appreciation of throwing themselves to the chaos of the world. An appreciation that we very much share.
Highlights
01:08 Introducing Jay the Author & R.C Waldun
02:24 Talking Blue breakdown
03:27 Taking poetry to the street
16:43 The importance of community
19:06 Combatting the lone creator ego in all of us
23:17 Jay's spiritual journey
26:48 The power of yes returns
31:38 Is Melbourne under-represented in main stream media?
37:10 The gatekeepers of Melbourne
39:21 What does the devil look like?
48:30 Poetry reading from Jay the Author, R.C Waldun & Amutha
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create the music that inspires you.
Join us!
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Hosted by Rhath
Intro/Outro music: Vibe Union - Night Life (produced by Jessy Jackson)
What’s it like to meet your heroes? What separates your stage persona from who you are in real life? Dilly Dave and Rhath play host to two new VU members in Journeyman and Sixpence, as they prepare for an unusual gig coming up this Saturday. Take a sharp and insightful dive into the emerging artist mindset with these 4 and hear their thoughts on stage presence, overcoming anxiety, and some of the origins of Melbourne hip hop.
Highlights
00:00 Introducing Journeyman and Sixpence
06:52 Our Idols
13:16 Productive Praise
15:42 Stage vs Real Life Persona
22:10 Celebrating 10 Years’ Experience
30:20 Final Thoughts
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create the music that inspires you.
Join us!
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Hosted by DillyDave and Rhath
Intro/Outro music: Vibe Union - Night Life(produced by @Jessy Jackson)
It’s been an incredible journey for Vibe Union over the past year, with 20 singles released, over 20 podcast episodes broadcast, 10 live shows and performances, and an ever-growing network of talented creatives and friends. How did we get here? What’s on the horizon? Where are we going? Find out in this episode as Emkew, Rhath, and Jason discuss the power of yes, and how VU has grown these past 12 months.
Highlights
00:00 This That and A Bit of The Other
04:35 The Mental Game
09:25 All Vibes Welcome
15:10 How We Got Into Gigging
23:09 The Power of Yes
31:19 Perfectionism Hurts
44:20 What’s Coming Up
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create the music that inspires you.
Join us!
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Hosted by Emkew
Intro/Outro music: Vibe Union - Night Life(produced by @Jessy Jackson)
Can you tell when performers are faking it? Last week’s episode: https://youtu.be/Jn2oq1vfU84 Subscribe Now: https://youtube.com/c/vibeunion?sub_confirmation=1
Preaching on the need to be real on stage, Dilly Dave dives deep with J. Kepler and Rhath to discuss why audiences are smarter than performers, and when to take a pause on stage. Listen in for tips on being more present and the art of surrendering to the moment.
Highlights 00:00 Comment for the Community 04:58 Authentic Live Performance 09:46 Embodying the Moment 16:40 Intention and Energy 21:30 The Banter Benchmark 30:10 Surrender 35:08 Free Form 42:26 Closing Thoughts
Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4rYRFTj6yw4X7HGSSy3lC3?si=T86g9sZhRuCzgU91eCNJ8w Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/vibe-union-podcast/id1535167287
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create the music that inspires you.
Join us! www.instagram.com/vibe.union www.facebook.com/vibe.union www.soundcloud.com/vibe-union www.youtube.com/c/vibeunion
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Does posting to social media cause you anxiety? Do you struggle to think about the right content to post? Are you going back and deleting content you don’t like anymore? Join Amutha as she asks the tough questions of Rhath and Jason about having a healthy relationship with content. She drops some hot tips for everyone on the come-up, and the trio share their experiences with bots, genuine interactions, and the type of content that makes them happy.
Highlights
00:00 How Mood Affects Performance
10:15 Instagram Marketing
17:17 Money or Mental Health?
21:20 What’s the Real Problem?
30:08 Being Authentic on Socials
35:35 Three Ways to Use Social Media
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create the music that inspires you.
Join us!
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Hosted by Amutha
Intro/Outro music: Vibe Union - Night Life(produced by @Jessy Jackson)
In this week's episode Amutha, Kelsey and Mikado explore female representation in the media and their personal battles with hyper sexualisation. They discuss integrity and understanding the role that it plays in the embodiment of authentic and liberated expression of self.
Highlights:
00:00 Nude Photography
03:45 Sexualisation of Women in Art
09:00 Liberation of the Body
15:45 Period Shame
19:15 Sexually Charged Lyrics
26:00 Representations of Women
34:15 Finding Your Alignment
39:10 Mikado - HBIC
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Apple Podcasts:
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/vibe-union-podcast/id1535167287
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create the music that inspires you.
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Hosted by Amutha
Intro music: Vibe Union - Night Life (produced by Jessy Jackson)
Outro music: (Teaser) Mikado - HBIC More music by Mikado: https://open.spotify.com/album/0d9SLFjB7UJ0JfpyeMOZBh?si=pUMC-jKQSzKcBM1VlAC-Jw
What does the new world of live music look like? DillyDave brings on Rhath and special guest Tumi the Be to talk about the changing landscape of music. From the joy of playing music for your loved ones, to the intricacies of reppin’ your hometown, the trio bring new meaning to the words ‘authentic hip hop’. Tune in for wisdom from one of Melbourne’s sharpest MC’s, Tumi the Be.
Listen to Rhath’s new album Orbits now: https://www.rhath.com/blog/2021/2/19/new-album-out-now
Tumi’s suggestion, 1/6’s art show: https://www.facebook.com/events/859750904819022/
Highlights
00:00 Cold Like The Streets
04:27 Who TF is Jessy Jackson?
09:46 From the Bedroom to the World
19:15 Live Music in the COVID Era
25:06 Going Hard for your Hometown
37:22 Does Rap Have to be Gangster?
47:15 Bringing it Full Circle
52:30 Final Thoughts
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create the music that inspires you.
Join us!
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Hosted by DillyDave
Intro/Outro music: Vibe Union - Night Life(produced by @Jessy Jackson)
On Friday February 12th, Melbourne/Naarm went into lockdown for another 5 days. Vibe Union had prepared a live show at The Lyrebird Lounge featuring Emkew, D-Rad MC, Mikado, and Rhath. Art > All, so the crew showed up and still put on a phenomenal show. Here it is, in its entirety, for you to enjoy during your 5-day lockdown, and beyond.
Highlights
01:00 We Are Live
04:00 Emkew – Third Culture https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5s7fwCYHqeQ
16:40 Emkew – Freezer https://youtu.be/rZ5ThCfNtpc
20:55 Emkew – Wicked Things
25:25 Emkew – Fade Away
30:20 D-Rad MC Set Up
33:00 D-Rad MC – Locomotive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J8DIMe5qs9I
35:50 D-Rad MC – Salt the Leeches
39:20 D-Rad MC – Rhyming Time Machine https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8_OzlxBY4_4
43:00 D-Rad MC – F*** You
46:00 D-Rad MC – Jean Grey Remix
48:45 D-Rad MC – Information (J Dilla Remix)
51:20 INTERMISSION
1:09:20 Mikado – My Own https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H7zcAuZBP9E
1:14:40 Mikado – Fancy Remix (ConnR ft. Mikado)
1:18:40 Mikado – Call You
1:22:40 Mikado – Me vs. Me
1:28:50 Mikado – H.B.I.C.
1:33:35 Introducing Rhath
1:35:20 Rhath – Bloodflow https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bcJaMWaQIps
1:38:15 Rhath ft. Kelsey Jean – A Reprise
1:42:10 Rhath ft. Amutha – Molding Clay
1:46:15 Rhath ft. Kelsey Jean – That Glow
1:50:00 Rhath ft. Emkew – Boxed In https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4HuyF5PU6Uk
1:55:30 Rhath – Just A Scratch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oTc82j5I1xk
1:59:15 Introducing Vibe Union https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uk-FyKkPWNU
2:05:40 Vibe Union – Wanderer https://youtu.be/UYK0k0BgTQE
2:09:10 Vibe Union – Just A Game https://youtu.be/Acxa6QbURq0
2:13:00 Vibe Union – Larger Than Life https://youtu.be/LJrrSvv9iRQ
2:16:10 Vibe Union – Cut Throat https://youtu.be/fC1LOvidXjA
2:20:00 Vibe Union – Interface https://youtu.be/nyIz9ktlX6E
2:22:45 Vibe Union – Like It Is https://youtu.be/mS-XzxCOpCw
2:28:40 Vibe Union - What’s Good? https://youtu.be/n49dGkIHlMs
2:31:35 Vibe Union - What’s Next? https://youtu.be/7UKLl9QWP_M
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create the music that inspires you.
Join us!
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Hosted by Amutha
Intro/Outro music: Vibe Union - Night Life(produced by @Jessy Jackson)
Is art the key to overcoming the challenges humanity faces? Emkew doesn’t know how to count, this is episode 16, and if he’s the calibre of artist then maybe we’re all f%#ed. Thankfully he’s joined by masters in their field, Amutha and Jason. The three of them discuss how to connect with audiences, the role of art in society, the threats we face, and how art can save the world. Join us on this light conversation about heavy ideas.
Highlights
00:00 Jason’s Redemption
07:50 Serving an Audience
15:34 Is Finance Art?
22:38 AI is not the Ultimate Threat
26:47 How Does Art Save Humanity?
33:03 Art As A Commodity
40:30 How Art Saved Us
49:40 Final Thoughts
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create the music that inspires you.
Join us!
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Hosted by Emkew
Intro/Outro music: Vibe Union - Night Life(produced by @Jessy Jackson)
What do you need to do to have the right night out as a performer? Rhath, Dilly Dave, and Jason sit down to get in touch with their inner performers, and share gems from past experiences. Between flopped performances and their recent successes at Lyrebird Lounge, the trio dissect what it means to be a good performer. As Dilly Dave puts it, “If they don’t get it, you don’t got it!”
Highlights
00:00 Lyrebird Recap
05:11 The Perfect Line Up
15:03 Riding the Energy Wave
20:11 Great Hip Hop Nights in Melbourne
26:31 Poetry or Rap?
32:08 Roadtesting Your Material
38:11 Why You Need to be Understood
46:58 Big Red Stick
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create the music that inspires you.
Join us!
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Hosted by Rhath
Intro/Outro music: Vibe Union - Night Life(produced by @Jessy Jackson)
How does the Aussie accent play out in Hip Hop? Rhath and Dilly Dave break down their experience at The Dojo – A new night bringing back freestyle open mic hip hop to Melbourne. The boys chat about the highs and lows of opening night, look ahead to the future of the genre in Australia, and look back on some of the more obscure cast members of its history. Features music by Def Wish Cast – taken from https://youtu.be/dIE8RjTktNQ
Highlights
00:00 Sweaty Bois
02:50 The Dojo Hip Hop Open Mic
11:10 Underground Aussie Hip Hop
14:20 Dissecting Def Wish Cast
21:14 The Aussie Accent and Sound
33:51 Closing Thoughts
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create the music that inspires you.
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Hosted by Rhath
Intro/Outro music: Vibe Union - Night Life (produced by @Jessy Jackson)
No more S&%T-shows! Amutha, Dilly Dave, and Emkew relive Vibe Union’s last two gigs to bring you the best tips for performing at your best. From setting the right intentions, tailoring the perfect set list, building rapport with the tech crew, and getting into the flow state every time – this episode has everything you need to get out of the bedroom and on to the stage with ease!
Highlights
00:00 This Is Life?
05:31 Dissect the Performances
10:06 Planning for a Performance
14:12 How To Promote A Live Show
23:57 Rehearse Like You’re Always Gigging
35:15 Technical Difficulties
40:01 SD Card or CD?
48:30 Performance Night
1:02:38 Final Thoughts
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create the music that inspires you.
Join us!
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Hosted by Emkew
Intro/Outro music: Vibe Union - Night Life (produced by @Jessy Jackson)
It’s road trip time! The crew get together on their drive to Renaissance Festival to chat about whatever comes to mind. Naturally the conversation takes a spiritual turn when Kanye is inevitably mentioned, and Amutha, ConnR, Emkew, and Rhath are guided through this minefield of a topic by host Dilly Dave. Tune in for discussions about the difference between religion and spirituality, Warhammer 40K, and the collective’s intentions for the year ahead.
Highlights
00:00 Where Are We Going?
09:13 In Defense of Kanye
16:53 A Grain of Salt
21:15 By Being Passive, You’re Losing
26:50 The God Question
34:10 Religion vs Spirituality
44:37 Chaos Marines
48:22 Stop Thinking
51:01 Final Thoughts
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create the music that inspires you.
Join us!
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Hosted by Dilly Dave
Intro/Outro music: Vibe Union - Night Life (produced by @Jessy Jackson)
Emkew, Rhath, and Amutha sit down to discuss the new software being introduced by Spotify, and the effects it will have on the industry. They dive deep into the history of sampling in hip hop, and ask the fundamental questions about art vs. business. Before that, they talk about project management in one’s craft, and how to stay motivated through the non-creative steps of the creative process.
Highlights
00:00 The Next Big Thing
05:27 Eliminating Expectations
09:50 Project Management
14:59 The Power of Collaboration
18:42 Spotify, Copyright, and Other Rhymes
28:15 The History of Sampling
36:58 Is Copyright Fair?
45:50 A New Model for Royalties
51:52 Overpowered Royalty Software
57:26 Let Art Be Art
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create the music that inspires you.
Join us!
www.instagram.com/vibe.union
www.facebook.com/vibe.union
www.soundcloud.com/vibe-union
www.youtube.com/c/vibeunion
Hosted by Emkew
Intro/Outro music: Vibe Union - Night Life (produced by @Jessy Jackson)
Dilly Dave, Rhath, and Jason sit in a row and tell us why Coldplay sucks, poets are selfish, and what Jason’s Onlyfans username is. With a healthy dose of off-the-cuff comedy and insights into creative communities in Melbourne, this episode is sure to make you laugh, cringe, and think about your mother differently. Enjoy!
Highlights
0:00 Intro – Lime & Pine
7:51 Why Podcasts?
12:03 Spending money on music
16:32 Coldplay Sucks
20:20 What are you talking about?
24:10 Poets are Selfish
33:18 Performing in a Community
40:32 S*x Ed
46:12 Making Jason A Man
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create the music that inspires you.
Join us!
www.instagram.com/vibe.union
www.facebook.com/vibe.union
www.soundcloud.com/vibe-union
www.youtube.com/c/vibeunion
Hosted by DillyDave
Intro/Outro music: Vibe Union - Night Life (produced by @Jessy Jackson)
Where did it all start and what keeps you going?
Links to Amutha's work: https://youtu.be/DG2P5HjAJxc
Catch more of this podcast at:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5GfwVdehmOcNaPRSbaNCjh?si=nJbsZB4TQlmPz1yNNOJUDQ
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/vibe-union-podcast/id1535167287
Back at it again, Dilly, Rhath & this weeks returning guest Amutha dive deep into what makes them tick as artist and where it all began for them. Art is often romanticised as being purely inspiration and passion based but there can be so many different things driving your work. This week we discuss our own personal reasons for doing what we do.
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create the music that inspires you.
Join us!
www.instagram.com/vibe.union
www.facebook.com/vibe.union
www.soundcloud.com/vibe-union
Hosted by @dillydave
Intro/Outro music: Vibe Union - Night Life (produced by @Jessy Jackson)
Dilly Dave plays host (at Rhath’s house) to Rhath and Emkew for the first in-person podcast since this all began. Free from lockdown restrictions, the trio recounts their experience of the Melbourne Hip Hop scene in 2019, and what sparked the formation of Vibe Union. Covering ‘the numbers game’, ‘fitting in or standing out’, and discussing what’s around the corner for VU, this episode chronicles a huge year for the collective.
Highlights
00:00 Intro/Clapping Hands
07:34 Numbers Are King
11:50 The Story Behind VU
19:10 Opportunity
24:02 Highlights
39:18 Out of the Fog
44:19 Bubbles
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create the music that inspires you.
Join us!
www.instagram.com/vibe.union
www.facebook.com/vibe.union
www.soundcloud.com/vibe-union
www.youtube.com/c/vibeunion
Hosted by @DillyDave
Intro/Outro music: Vibe Union - Night Life (produced by @Jessy Jackson)
Mikado, Mariam and Dilly Dave dive deep to find the most influential lyrics and artists to them. Powerful discussions come forth about the incredible energy of early female rappers as their impact is explored and honoured as well as authenticity in hip-hop being it’s biggest draw. And, we’re excited to welcome a fresh face to the podcast!
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create the music that inspires you.
Join us!
www.instagram.com/vibe.union
www.facebook.com/vibe.union
www.soundcloud.com/vibe-union
www.youtube.com/c/vibeunion
Hosted by @dillydave
Intro/Outro music: Vibe Union - Night Life (produced by @Jessy Jackson)
Rhath, Mikado, and Emkew tackle the topic of perfection in this spooky special episode. Is there such a thing as too perfect? Why has Mikado been sitting on a release for 2 years? Did Rhath really release 8 EP’s in a year? Tune in to this week’s episode to find out the answers and stay for a word from our sponsor, Spooky Gary!
Highlights
00:00 Intro Incognito
06:30 Work Ethic
10:25 The Perfectionist Novice
17:50 Iteration and Reiteration
20:02 Self Sabotage
25:00 Authenticity Over Perfection
27:53 The Power of Feedback
32:15 [Break]
34:05 Pedantry vs. Perfectionism
40:30 Making Time to Make Art
45:51 Doing it With Purpose
53:40 Setting Expectations
57:49 How to Combat Perfectionism
1:05:20 Emkew Performs “Durka Durka”
Buy tickets to “The Third Culture Kid” by Emkew here: https://melbournefringe.com.au/event/the-third-culture-kid/
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create the music that inspires you.
Join us!
www.instagram.com/vibe.union
www.facebook.com/vibe.union
www.soundcloud.com/vibe-union
www.youtube.com/c/vibeunion
Hosted by @Rhath_Music
Intro/Outro music: Vibe Union - Night Life (produced by @Jessy Jackson)
Dilly Dave, Rhath, and Amutha sit down (with some distance) to discuss the shady tactics being employed by Instagram promoters and performers to get ahead. Is Instagram really the best platform for promoting music? What are some of the alternatives? Dive into this episode brought to you by Clout Box, and change your perspective on marketing your music. Rhath and Amutha perform a single off their new album Calculated // Intuition.
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Highlights
00:00 Singing Tunes to Kangaroos
02:55 The Resistance
11:00 Shady on the Gram
14:12 Story Time With Amutha
19:18 Learning From Bad Experiences
23:35 The Cover Art Game
27:13 [Break]
29:00 Chasers Gonna Chase
39:20 Effective Online Engagement
47:30 The Power of Reddit
54:00 Dilly’s 5 Tips for Instagram
1:01:50 Amutha x Rhath - Calculated//Intuition
1:08:25 Thanks for Listening!
Rhath and Amutha made an album - Stream Calculated // Intuition now!
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create the music that inspires you.
Join us!
www.instagram.com/vibe.union
www.facebook.com/vibe.union
www.soundcloud.com/vibe-union
www.youtube.com/c/vibeunion
Hosted by @DillyDave @Rhath_Music
Intro/Outro music: Vibe Union - Night Life (produced by @Jessy Jackson)
Rhath hosts Jason and Emkew to talk about authenticity in art, and how to maintain your integrity and voice.
How do you know your voice is your own? The struggle to be authentic and truthful in art is very real for artists at every stage of their career. Here, poet Jason Voss and rapper Emkew share their perspectives on pouring their heart and their emotions into their music. From scrapping your material to improvise an honest poem, to rapping about drugs and partying in Ibiza just to fit in, this episode explores what it means to be real, and the lure of inauthentic art to find new audiences.
Emkew performs his latest release, Detour, and Jason performs an honest poem about staying authentic.
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Highlights
00:00 Intro – Not Cancelled!
06:12 ‘Member Mulberries?
10:30 How to be a Poet
17:43 Gaming the Youtube Algorithms
25:17 [Ad Break]
26:49 How to Create Authentic Art
31:26 Emkew on Authenticity
36:13 Of Kendrick and Kanye
40:17 Jason on Portraying Emotion
46:10 Playing Characters
50:50 The Cost of Compromise
57:16 Experimenting Authentically
1:00:42 Of Drake and Joyner Lucas
1:05:30 Emkew Performs ‘Detour’
1:12:07 Jason Performs ‘Reset Button’
1:17:30 Keep it Simple. Keep it Authentic.
Stream Detour by Emkew now
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create the music that inspires you.
Join us!
www.instagram.com/vibe.union
www.facebook.com/vibe.union
www.soundcloud.com/vibe-union
www.youtube.com/c/vibeunion
Hosted by @Rhath_Music
Intro/Outro music: Vibe Union - Night Life (produced by @Jessy Jackson)
Join DillyDave, Emkew, Mikado, and ConnR for Episode 2 of the Vibe Union Podcast!
Is Melbourne Hip Hop Inclusive? Recounting personal experiences with venues and bookers, the crew explores the need for diversity in the music scene. With examples from around the world and close to home, a lively debate ensues. Listen to hear tips on reaching out to venues and building your network, and how to grow your pallet.
Along with the serious stuff, the crew also dives into the juicy topics of breastfeeding, theatre kids, and what it means to be a woman in hip hop.
As this week’s musical guests, Mikado and ConnR each share an unreleased track, which you can hear at the end of the episode.
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Highlights
00:00 Introductions
04:31 ConnR’s not-so-secret recipe
08:33 Icelandic is not made up
11:42 Kath From The Block
14:56 Say My Name
17:18 Emkew in the Newd
22:00 An Ode to Fallen Razors
25:16 Theatre Kids
27:59 Milking It
30:43 Not Quite An Ad Break
31:25 A Sincere Apology
34:46 ~ C O N T R O V E R S Y ~
42:02 How to Listen Well
50:11 Diss-course
52:51 The Meat
54:02 Ad Another Break
54:45 The Potatoes
58:11 Ladies, Is This A Problem?
1:01:42 Model Roles
1:06:44 Channelling Attention
1:12:27 In Defense of Cardi B
1:15:19 The Right Kind of Woman
1:20:04 Ad Another One
1:20:48 Opening The Doors
1:25:06 ‘BITCH’ mentality
1:29:59 Genuine Energy
1:37:10 Mikado – HBIC
1:42:54 ConnR – Fancy
1:52:08 Closing Remarks
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create the music that inspires you.
Join us!
www.instagram.com/vibe.union
www.facebook.com/vibe.union
www.soundcloud.com/vibe-union
www.youtube.com/c/vibeunion
Hosted by @DillyDave @emkewmusic
Intro/Outro music: Vibe Union - Night Life (produced by @Jessy Jackson)
Vibe Union’s members sit down (virtually) for the first episode of the podcast. Rounding up the last 6 months of creating during lockdown, Dilly Dave, Rhath, Emkew, and Amutha talk about how to survive lockdown fatigue, beat the workaholic monster mindset, and the power of collaboration. Listen for tips on improving your workflow, your mindset, and your relationship with your surgeon.
This week’s guest is Amutha, a Melbourne-based producer, performer, and low-key spiritual guide to many. Her blend of neo-soul and hip hop can be heard on VU singles such as “Larger Than Life”, “What’s Good?”, and “Like It Is”. You can also listen to her recently-released EP The Teapot Factory now! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8jW4luOItjA
You can reach Amutha on Instagram @amutha.vibes, and hear her music through your preferred streaming service.
Highlights
00:00 Introductions
01:30 Welcome/Catch-up
02:18 Scopes
07:08 Paying attention to the breath
09:10 Too Much Jaw?
11:35 The downsides of stress
15:35 Another spiritual podcast (ft. Brussell Rand)
17:10 What is Vibe Union? (The belated introduction)
21:30 Would you do lockdown again?
26:35 Give us your lunch order!
29:15 Wait, what did we say?
30:40 Tips for creating in lockdown
33:13 Tackling the workaholic monster
39:35 Dilly on overcoming challenges
43:00 Amutha performs her cathartic song
48:00 Awestruck wrap-up
50:30 The Perpetually Infinite Podcast
Who is Vibe Union?
Forged in the depths of quarantine blues in 2020, Vibe Union brings together musicians from a range of locations and genres to create the music that inspires you.
Join us!
www.instagram.com/vibe.union
www.facebook.com/vibe.union
www.soundcloud.com/vibe-union
www.youtube.com/c/vibeunion
Hosted by @DillyDave @rhath_music @emkewmusic
Intro/Outro music: Vibe Union - Night Life (produced by @Jessy Jackson)