Alice Blake is a Melbourne based singer/songwriter who has been writing under the mentorship of Jon Hume (Evermore, New Tribe Music) and has penned successful releases on Dami Im’s debut album and ‘Song for Everyone’ which was performed by New Zealand artists Stan Walker, Vince Carter et al.
Since 2015 Alice has been part of the writing team at Shout!Publishing cowriting successful releases in Australia and overseas. Her own 2020 debut album has aired nationally on the Hit Radio Network, JJJ Unearthed Radio.
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Show notes:
3:12 Alice’s becoming an artist herself
7:00 The challenges facing women in the music industry
10:18 Alice’s inspirations - Ash London and Kimye
12:12 The importance of music and art for our culture
14:00 Kanye and Yeezys
16:07 Stigmas within fashion
19:07 How growing up in Melbourne influenced Alice with music
22:08 How culture helps shape our society
24:30 How the Kardashians are a positive cultural influence
27:46 What is it really like behind the curtain of the music industry?
29:50 Alice’s counter-culture approach
34:39 Alice’s rough past
35:48 Eating disorders and the way to health
42:35 The struggle with depression
44:45 Setting up boundaries to protect mental health
46:59 Taking action attracts hate
48:32 How faith helped her overcome the hard times
49:48 Forgiving her abuser to heal
53:02 Working during lockdowns
56:50 How to engage with music culture
1:01:17 Advice for budding creatives
1:03:15 Dealing with comparison
