Episode 9: Audrey Powne
Audrey Powne.
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If you’re someone who has your finger on the pulse of the world of jazz, then Audrey Powne is a name that you might be aware of. If hers isn’t a name you know, well, then you definitely need to listen to today’s podcast.
Based in the UK, but originally from Melbourne, Audrey is an artist, producer and multi-instrumentalist who has been aptly described as a creative force carving out a distinctive path in the worlds of future jazz and soul.
Having been drawn to jazz at a young age, Audrey honed her craft in the vibrant Melbourne music scene amongst the likes of Hiatus Kaiyote and 30/70, and can now be found performing in some of the most visionary musical circles globally.
A prolific artist, and a stalwart of the Melbourne jazz and soul scenes (which has seen her leading various pop projects including synth pop duo Au Dré, and sweet soul band Leisure Centre as both a vocalist and trumpeter), Audrey released her debut solo album, From The Fire, on April 26th. If you haven’t listened to it yet, well, you’re soon going to hear my recommendation.
Alongside her own career, you can also find Audrey touring with big names like The Teskey Brothers. In fact, that’s what she was doing when she took the time to have a chat with me from the UK for this latest episode of the Trusty Chords podcast.
Check out Audrey Powne’s debut album, From The Fire, and once you’re done giving that a spin, have a listen to our chat, and I’ll see you at the end of the episode for some general housekeeping.
Audrey Powne’s Trusty Chords
Audrey’s One Influential Artist
Herbie Hancock
Audrey’s Three Impactful Albums
Roy Hargrove – Hardgroove (2003)
The Beatles – The Beatles (1968)
Marvin Gaye – What's Going On (1971)
Audrey’s Five Trusty Songs
The Doobie Brothers – 'What A Fool Believes' (1978)
John Coltrane – 'After The Rain' (1963)
Joni Mitchell – 'The Last Time I Saw Richard' (2002) (Originally from 1971’s Blue, Audrey has picked the version from 2002’s Travelogue album.)
Milton Nascimento – 'Beijo Partido' (1975)
D'Angelo – 'Untitled (How Does It Feel)' (2000)
