

Kaiyah Mercedes | The Spotlight with Takee
On the very first episode of 2026. Takee had a chat with Kaiyah Mercedes. Kaiyah is a rising force in Melbourne’s indie music scene, bringing raw emotion and poetic storytelling to the forefront. At just 18 years old, this LGBTQIA+ artist has already carved out a distinct sound, blending indie-pop…

Lucinda Drabsch of Displaced Records | The Spotlight with Takee
On the final episode of 2025, Takee had a chat with Lucinda from Displaced Records, who joined him remotely all the way from France on her 22nd birthday! Listen and find out all about Lucinda’s incredible journey, how displaced records came to be, and maybe even a sneak peak of Takee playing 22 to…

Varun Sheel of The Elephant Room | The Spotlight with Takee
On the second episode of the 2025/26 summer seasonal, Takee sat down with Atlanta-based indie artist Varun Sheel to discuss all things music, and his newly founded project: The Elephant Room. Varun Sheel is a boston native with rich indian roots, and is also the founder and CEO the Elephant Room. …

Dr. Martin Cass of JMC Academy | The Spotlight with Takee
On the very first episode of the 2025/26 summer seasonal, Takee sat down with Dr. John Martin Cass of JMC Academy, to discuss all things to do with creative education, his journey that led to the success of the institution and how they continue to empower emerging artists and creatives. Martin fou…

ARIE ROSE | The Spotlight with Takee
On the final episode of season 4, 2025, Takee and Arie Rose has a lovely chat about her music and whats to come. In 2025, Arie brings you flutes and choirs like you’ve never heard them before in hard rock and metal, releasing a series of songs paired with short films baring the struggles of livin…

Keanu Askar | The Spotlight with Takee
Keanu joined Takee live and in the studio on SYN 90.7 FM to talk all about his music and creative journey so far. Keanu Askar is an emerging artist whose music blends vulnerability, melody, and modern production into a sound that feels both global and deeply personal. Drawing from hip-hop, rap, a…

MONROE | The Spotlight with Takee
Takee sat down with Nathaniel, Rocco and Brandon from MONROE live on the airwaves! Tune in to find out more about them and hear some live renditions of their originals. Stream their new single ‘Bad Bitch (You Can’t Kill Me)’ which is OUT NOW on all streaming platforms!! It truly is an an anthem o…

Rennie Pearson | The Spotlight with Takee
Takee was lucky enough to sit down with Rennie Pearson to talk all about his music and journey so far! Rennie Pearson’s music is deeply rooted in the Celtic traditions of Ireland, Scotland, and Maritime Canada, blending centuries-old melodies with fresh energy and artistry. Whether he’s performing…

Minhy | The Spotlight with Takee
Takee was lucky enough to sit down with Minhy to dive deep into her journey, music and upcoming gigs! Minhy (Mini) is a Naarm-based songwriter and designer who creates immersive worlds through her award winning visuals, eloquent lyrics and laidback style of pop-R&B. With a background in automotiv…

The Clever References | The Spotlight with Takee
Takee was joined by Ash, Sam & Kath from The Clever References to talk all about their music and upcoming gigs. The band consists of five members: Ash, Janset, Kath, Sam and Vidusha, who are queer, chaotic, and dangerously catchy. They make smart, loud, slightly unhinged indie rock with hooks for…