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Giving local music a lift! The Hoist is SYN's local music program airing Monday to Thursday between 6-8pm. With a rotating roster of hosts, we hang out and chat with new and emerging bands and artists from Melbourne and around the country. 90.7FM / SYN DAB+ / syn.org.au. The Hoist is a SYN Media Podcast.

Location:

Melbourne, VIC

Description:

Giving local music a lift! The Hoist is SYN's local music program airing Monday to Thursday between 6-8pm. With a rotating roster of hosts, we hang out and chat with new and emerging bands and artists from Melbourne and around the country. 90.7FM / SYN DAB+ / syn.org.au. The Hoist is a SYN Media Podcast.

Twitter:

@thehoistsyn

Language:

English

Contact:

Music PO Box 12013 A'Beckett Street Melbourne Victoria Australia 8006


Episodes
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DARCIE HAVEN | The Hoist with Crystal

4/1/2025
'Darcie Haven returns to The Hoist! After nearly a year since the release of her EP Better Left Unsaid, the rising singer-songwriter is back with one of her favorite songs yet, Hounds. Crystal chatted with Darcie about the making of the track, the stunning (and chilly!) late-night music video shoot, her creative process and the special magazine she put together for the release. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:14:38

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LAHGO | The Hoist with Scarlett and Josh

4/1/2025
Scarlett and Josh were lucky enough to chat to Sydney based Lahgo, about their unique, genre bending takes on indie rock, biggest musical influences and their brand new single 'She', which is out now on all major platforms! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:07:42

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CHIARA CHRISTO | The Hoist with Kat and Liv

3/23/2025
Chiara Christo visits Kat and Liv live in the studio to tell all about her brand new single 'Try', her journey into music and her stunning R&B style! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:12:48

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SLEEPAZOID | The Hoist with Kat and Liv

3/23/2025
Kat and Liv welcome to the studio rising alt-rock outfit Sleepazoid, to discuss their brand new EP 'running with the dogs' and upcoming tour plans! Don't miss this chat with one of Naarm's finest! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:11:03

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CLOSE COUNTERS | The Hoist with Crystal

3/23/2025
Electronic duo Close Counters are riding high after the release of their latest album, Lovers Dance Academy—a vibrant fusion of soul, broken beat, house and jazz, crafted for the dancefloor. Ahead of their upcoming show in Naarm/Melbourne, Crystal caught up with Finn to chat about music, the story behind their album art and what's in store for their live show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:11:42

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GEOGRAPHY | The Hoist with Crystal

3/23/2025
Monday night Hoister Crystal sat down with Melbourne-based indie folk artist Geography ahead of the release of her upcoming EP 'Cyclone'. Catch their interview and a special live performance of Geography's song, 'What You Want'' See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:09:17

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LOGAN PRIEST | The Hoist with Kat and Liv

3/23/2025
Logan Priest welcomes Kat and Liv into his new world to chat about his brand new single, inspirations and exciting upcoming plans, in this chat you don't want to miss! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:08:06

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MERCI, MERCY | The Hoist with Kat and Liv

3/23/2025
The Wednesday night crew sat down with indie pop musician Merci, Mercy to chat about her brand new single and exciting upcoming shows and plans for the year! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:09:08

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SXSEA | The Hoist with Josh and Jas

3/23/2025
Josh and Jas had the pleasure of chatting with Amla, Jessie Hill, Minhy, and Pranati, who were featured on the lineup for Beats to Draw To, part of Brunswick Music Festival. They also shared insights into their musical backgrounds and journeys. Be sure to check it out! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:17:23

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Working in Media | The Hoist with Louis and Crystal

3/10/2025
Monday night host Crystal sat down in the interviewee chair to talk about her experiences working in media since the late 2010s and to give tips for budding media personnel and creative young people looking to start their dream career. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:06:24

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MERPIRE | The Hoist with Louis and Crystal

3/10/2025
Louis and Crystal sat down to chat with Merpire in studio about her latest release 'Premonition' which was featured on SYN's Sweet Sixteen as well as her upcoming live performances. Listen back to hear Merpire talk about her experience in a queer and all-female performance band, her journey to releasing a single this year and an exclusive acoustic performance! 'Premonition' is out everywhere now! Image Source Credit: Rick Clifford See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:16:04

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LUNE RANGER | The Hoist with Josh and Jas

3/3/2025
Lune Ranger, a folk singer-songwriter emerging out of Victoria, dropped into a call with Jas and Josh to chat about his latest single "1979", his influences, and his journey to becoming a solo artist! "1979" is available now, on all major streaming platforms! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:09:49

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HOLLY HEBE | The Hoist with Josh and Jas

3/3/2025
Naarm's dream-pop star Holly Hebe graced Josh and Jas with her presence, dropping by to talk about all things songwriting, producing, recent performances, and her latest single "Bitterness"! "Bitterness" is out now, and Holly Hebe has upcoming headline shows on March 29 in Sydney and March 30 in Melbourne! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:08:48

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MISS KANINNA | The Hoist with Crystal

3/3/2025
Monday night host Crystal caught up on The Hoist with the unstoppable Miss Kaninna— a powerhouse Naarm-based First Nations artist weaving the rich storytelling of her ancestors into her music. Tune in as she spills on her energetic performance with Amy from Amyl and The Sniffers, unpacks the importance of empowerment through art and teases the exclusive tracks she’s set to unleash at her upcoming performances. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:09:39

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FRANJAPAN | The Hoist With Crystal

3/3/2025
Crystal sat down in the studio with Melbourne five-piece band Franjapan ahead of Franjafest 2 —their self-conceptualised festival showcasing a huge line up of local talent. Tune in to hear them discuss their newly released EP, 'V', share what's in store for the festival and deliver a very special live performance of their track Remain in Light. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:14:18

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RED MOON COWBOY | The Hoist with Scarlett

3/3/2025
Scarlett sat down with Naarm newcomers Red Moon Cowboy, for a chat about their unique post punk sound, their brand new EP 'Astra Castra' and an exclusive acoustic performance! 'Astra Castra' is out now and available to stream on all major platforms! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:20:37

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FOOL NELSON | The Hoist With Kat and Liv

3/3/2025
Kat and Liv are foolishly excited to discuss ‘Don’t Feel Right’ in their interview with Ned of surf rock band Fool Nelson, a conversation which mostly consists of snickers and surf metaphors. The girls learn about the band’s wrestling origins and the infrangible bond between the three members of the group. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:09:36

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DAEZY | The Hoist With Kat and Liv

3/3/2025
It has been one year since indie-pop group Daezy’s first performance and one week since the release of the band’s third and latest single, ‘Blame’; eager and earnest, the band join Kat and Liv to analyse the evolution of their music and its currency within the digital sphere. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:15:26

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REDD | The Hoist with Scarlett and Josh

2/24/2025
Josh and Scarlett sat down to chat with talented genre-blending artist REDD. about their music-making, about doing life the way you want to do it, and discussing REDD.'s new single, "Fugh Shi."! 'Fugh Shi' is now available to stream on all major platforms! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:14:34

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PINES | The Hoist With Josh and Jas

2/24/2025
Jas and Josh had the pleasure of speaking to Adam from PINES, the electronic duo making waves both locally and internationally. They spoke about PINES's creative process, the duo's musical evolution over the year, what to expect from upcoming EP "SUN", and the release of their latest single "Golden"! PINES' upcoming EP "SUN" is scheduled for release on April 15. Image Source Credit: Unknown See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:11:07