Reading four-piece The Amazons have been on the rise over the last two years, making a name for themselves throughout the UK with their endless riffs, hooky choruses and relentless touring schedules. Lead vocalist Matt Thomson joined Gloria to discuss the band’s formation, why they’ll never sway from their sound and heading into the studio with Aussie-expat Catherine Marks.

Under our intro you'll hear a beaut instrumental from Moaning Lisa. It's from their song 'Shoe In' and you can check them out at facebook.com/moaninglisaband. 

Reading four-piece The Amazons have been on the rise&nbsp;over the last two years, making a name for themselves throughout the UK with their endless riffs, hooky choruses and relentless touring schedules.&nbsp;Lead vocalist Matt Thomson joined Gloria to discuss the band&rsquo;s formation, why they&rsquo;ll never sway from their sound and heading into the studio with Aussie-expat Catherine Marks.
Under our intro you'll hear a beaut instrumental from Moaning Lisa. It's from their song 'Shoe In' and you can check them out at&nbsp;facebook.com/moaninglisaband.&nbsp;

The Shortlist is here to break new acts. Your hosts Gloria and Ro will be showcasing up and coming artists – both local and international in a dynamic, detailed way. Deep diving into the motivations, inspirations and stories behind artists on the way up.

Deep diving into the motivations, inspirations and stories behind artists on the way up.

The Shortlist

The Shortlist is here to break new acts. Your hosts Gloria and Ro will be showcasing up and coming artists – both local and international in a dynamic, detailed way. Deep diving into the motivations, inspirations and stories behind artists on the way up. The Shortlist is a SYN Media Podcast.

#14 Topping 'One To Watch' lists worldwide, meet The Amazons

Elkkle is Callum Baker, a 22 year old producer and songwriter based in Melbourne. It was in 2015 that he first made waves, collaborating with fellow producer and songwriter Woodes. It was in late 2016 however, that he emerged as a solo artist.

From an early age Callum was interested in music, but in school and later university he started to develop a keen interest in technology. It eventually all came together, and he evolved as an electronic musician.

Under our intro you'll hear a beaut instrumental from Moaning Lisa. It's from their song 'Shoe In' and you can check them out at facebook.com/moaninglisaband. 

Elkkle&nbsp;is&nbsp;Callum Baker, a 22 year old producer and songwriter based in Melbourne. It was in 2015 that he first made waves, collaborating&nbsp;with fellow producer and songwriter&nbsp;Woodes. It was in late 2016 however, that he emerged as a solo artist.
From an early age Callum was interested in music, but in school and later university he started to develop&nbsp;a keen interest in technology. It eventually all came together, and he evolved as an electronic musician.
Under our intro you'll hear a beaut instrumental from Moaning Lisa. It's from their song 'Shoe In' and you can check them out at&nbsp;facebook.com/moaninglisaband.&nbsp;

#21 Relocation and collaboration: Meet Elkkle

It’s been a big couple of years for Ayla. The Sunshine Coast / Brisbane songwriter has been honing her craft since the release of breakout EP When The World Ends in 2015. At 21 years old, she’s just announced a brand new EP and shared a few songs which show her growth and direction as a songwriter.

The Shortlist caught up with Ayla to chat about her journey so far and to find out the finer details of her new EP. She also treats us to a live performance of latest track, ‘Shallow End.’

Under our intro you'll hear a beaut instrumental from Moaning Lisa. It's from their song 'Shoe In' and you can check them out at facebook.com/moaninglisaband. 

It&rsquo;s been a big couple of years for&nbsp;Ayla. The Sunshine Coast /&nbsp;Brisbane songwriter has been honing her craft since the release of breakout EP&nbsp;When The World Ends&nbsp;in 2015.&nbsp;At 21 years old, she&rsquo;s just announced a brand new EP and shared a few&nbsp;songs which show her growth and direction as a songwriter.
The Shortlist&nbsp;caught up with Ayla to chat about her journey so far and to find&nbsp;out the finer details of her new EP. She also treats us to a live performance of latest track, &lsquo;Shallow End.&rsquo;
Under our intro you'll hear a beaut instrumental from Moaning Lisa. It's from their song 'Shoe In' and you can check them out at&nbsp;facebook.com/moaninglisaband.&nbsp;

#20 Get to know Ayla, a unique local voice

On this instalment of The Shortlist, Ro catches up with electronic group Tora. Recorded on location at Howler – just hours before their show, we talk about the production of debut album Take A Rest and what the band’s journey has been like.

Tora are Jo Loewenthal, Jai Piccone, Thorne Davis and Shaun Johnston. Jai and Jo join us for this interview.

Under our intro you'll hear a beaut instrumental from Moaning Lisa. It's from their song 'Shoe In' and you can check them out at facebook.com/moaninglisaband. 

On this instalment of&nbsp;The Shortlist, Ro&nbsp;catches up with electronic group Tora. Recorded on location at Howler &ndash; just hours before their show, we talk about the production of debut album&nbsp;Take A Rest&nbsp;and what the band&rsquo;s journey has been like.
Tora&nbsp;are&nbsp;Jo Loewenthal, Jai Piccone, Thorne Davis&nbsp;and&nbsp;Shaun Johnston. Jai and Jo join us&nbsp;for this interview.
Under our intro you'll hear a beaut instrumental from Moaning Lisa. It's from their song 'Shoe In' and you can check them out at&nbsp;facebook.com/moaninglisaband.&nbsp;

#14 Topping 'One To Watch' lists worldwide, meet The Amazons

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