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25.01.2022 Tina Bartle Music just announced her new single ‘Making the First Move’ and it is a deeply emotional rollercoaster. Out everywhere March 26th

24.01.2022 Q&A: Riley South (mastering engineer of TBGP) Who are you and what do you do with yourself? My name is Riley. Professionally I am known as Mr. Society, or Riley South I am a mixing and mastering engineer specialising in alternative music of all genres. I perform and produce in the musical act Too Birds, and run music collective/artist label X Amount Records ... What does mental health mean to you? Mental health to me means everything that encompasses an individual's non-tangible wellbeing. What are some of your self-care practices? To me, the term 'self-care' makes me think of sitting in a bath with cucumbers over my eyes and a face mask. As appealing as this sounds, I unfortunately don't have a bath, so I couldn't honestly say I engage in much 'self-care' of this variety. That being said, outside of my usual scattered schedule I enjoy a pretty simple life of playing video games, socializing with friends, and attending shows (when conditions permit). What role do you think community plays in the mental wellbeing of artists? Community is definitely important to stop artists from feeling ostracized, especially in a lot of the genres & styles I work in. Melbourne is a fantastic city for artists, however in my opinion it still has a long way to go from being an insular, cliquey world that lacks a lot of creative self-awareness. Sense of community, and physical community within a scene is important for not only the mental wellbeing of artists, but for how that community operates and interacts within a greater context. If an artist is externally made to feel like their music is too different, or like there isn't a home (i.e. community) for them, they might feel discouraged from releasing their music in the first place. This not only impacts the mental wellbeing of the individual artist, but it diffuses creative prospects, as well as financial and cultural prospects within greater Australian music.

24.01.2022 Umm this is the most interested we’ve ever been in shoes like... ever. Jerrabies

24.01.2022 Q&A: Trace Decay Who are you and what do you do with yourself? My names Jordan, I’m one half of Trace Decay and I’m in my final year of university at RMIT. When I’m not writing music for Trace Decay I run a music festival in QLD called Arcadia, I also run a mgmt business called Submerse with my business partner. Sometimes I also write music for tv/ advertising, which used to be my main job until ya’know, covid.... What does mental health mean to you? For me, Its forming behaviours that will benefit your existence in the long run. I think taking time for introspection is really important. Sometimes we don’t want to know whats going on inside but its so important to always be somewhat self-aware. What inspired your art you submitted for The Be Good Project? Personadise was written a while ago but we thought it would be perfect for The Be Good Project. I wrote it when I was feeling mentally exhausted from peoples online personas and all of the fakeness that will generally come with it. Social Media can be a fake persona paradise which can be quite harmful to ones mental health. Outside of your art, what are some of your self-care practices? Therapy is important to me. Also taking the time to reflect on yourself and how you are truly feeling. Its easier said then done but the benefits are incredible. I also enjoy journaling or writing a diary as a form of therapy. It has saved me at different points in my life. What do you think the role of community plays, or could play, in the mental wellbeing of artists? Support within your immediate community is important. Just reaching out to those around you can change peoples outlook and it really isn’t hard to do. If you are feeling down then chances are people around you might be feeling the same way. Use your community like a blanket or shield let them in and the favour will be returned.

21.01.2022 Q&A: Eileen Grace Who are you and what do you do with yourself? My name is Chantelle and I’m the lead singer and founder of collaborative music project Eileen Grace including myself and multi-instrumentalist Dean Tellefson.... What does mental health mean to you? Growing up I was always surrounded by a negative understanding of what mental health was. Shaped by misdiagnosis, denial and misinformation. Only in the last few years have I developed a healthy relationship and understanding of what mental health is and especially my own. I always used to term it as a struggle with anxiety and depression, a battle I'd always lose. After years of trying to ignore and run away from these feelings I’ve finally led myself into a lifestyle where mental health means more about self care then it does fear. A mantra that has helped me thoroughly through the hard days is there's no such thing as going backwards. This has been so important for the days that I feel like I’ve regressed and lost all my growth. But when a tree grows new roots do they die immediately when the weather is not as good, no, because the bad weather passes and the tree has still grown. What inspired your art? I was sitting on my bed and this feeling rushed over me that I didn't exist, that the world around me wasn’t real, and it definitely wasn’t the first time. It’s a hard experience to describe but dissociation is something that lives with me and my anxiety as an unwelcome guest that visits whenever it likes. It’s as if I’m dreaming and watching myself go about my day without having any real control. What are some of your self-care practices? A few include, going for walks, practicing grounding techniques, making sure I give myself the time to reset when everything is too overwhelming, and my absolute favourite, dancing around manically to music blaring in my headphones! What role could community play in the mental wellbeing of artists? They could be more forgiving for mental health days and needing a break. Especially when it comes to social media. Sometimes I just need to be away from my phone but it can be hard when there’s this expectation to constantly make content and be present.

21.01.2022 One week of Autumn Eyes. Thanks for all the love you’ve shown @thecranedistrict and @robotjawrecords . Angelo worked incredibly hard on this track and it was our pleasure to be able to get it out into the world. @ameyasmuse

19.01.2022 Q&A: Anna Moore Stuff Who are you and what do you do with yourself? I'm Anna, and I work as a freelance illustrator and graphic designer. I also help run the Brunswick Artist Market (before lockdown, that is). What does mental health mean to you?... The conversation around mental health is super important to me. I believe it's a life-long responsibility you owe to yourself, as well as the people close to you. This is something I came to terms with at a young age, suffering from an anxiety disorder from when I was in primary school. I feel lucky to now have the ability to understand the motions you go through when feeling mentally unwell, and to know that it is something that isn't easily 'fixed', but nurtured over time. I also aim to use this knowledge to help others, who may be new to navigating darker times and feelings. What inspired your art for The Be Good Project? This piece was made to represent the feeling of being content with your own company, and being happy to sit with yourself. I think it is rare but lovely to enjoy your own company, without needing validation for anyone else. I'd like for people to feel a sense of calm and self-assurance when they look at this illustration. Outside of your art, what are some of your self-care practices? In short, self care for me is ongoing and generally involves three aspects: staying active, staying connected and staying inspired. What do you think the role of community plays, or could play, in the mental wellbeing of artists? Showing interest, support and encouragement in artists' work is probably the best thing the community can do. Because art is commonly a form of therapy for people, I think it's important to help them maintain confidence and motivation to keep creating.

18.01.2022 ‘Gotta pile my coins, but I’m young and I’m dumb and I’m restless, reeking of reckless expenditures.’ ‘Low Twenties, Mostly Sunny’ is out Friday 4th and fans of @tgewband will hear a few Emu War tracks in their stripped back state. @ptcollis .

17.01.2022 P.T. Collis talked to Trouble Juice about some of the things that influence that man he is and what makes 'Low Twenties, Mostly Sunny'. Have a read.

17.01.2022 The Be Good Project presale is live on Bandcamp now! 100% of profits are going to Beyond Blue. Includes a 14 track compilation album and a 36 page collection artwork and lyrics. https://robotjawrecords.bandcamp.com//the-be-good-project-

14.01.2022 'Low Twenties, Mostly Sunny' the live album from P.T. Collis is out today, which is perfect timing because Bandcamp is waiving their cut on all sales made today. Go treat yourself. https://ptcollis.bandcamp.com/alb/low-twenties-mostly-sunny

12.01.2022 Night number two is just as stellar as the first, with two sessions including neo-jazz sensation marigolden and alt-pop poet Quiet Blue right off the back of his single release ‘The Nights’, followed by the final show of TBGP Live at The Retreat Hotel featuring nostalgia inducing synth pop duo Trace Decay and alt rock renegades The Rollercanes. All these bands are so close to our hearts and we can’t wait to share a drink with you and finally be able to listen to them play after so long! Tix are available here https://fb.me/e/1Zfand70V Get them early to avoid disappointment.

12.01.2022 Josh had a chat with RollCall. and special guests marigolden and Beniah Colbourn about The Be Good Project.

10.01.2022 Our friends at Rude Baby Records are putting together an amazing new project called Forever West Zine about music and culture in Melbourne's west. It's a wonderful endeavour filled with content and interviews from musicians and businesses and organisations.

08.01.2022 Q&A: Sarah Ryan Who are you and what do you do with yourself? I’m Sarah, I work as a graphic designer from 9-5 and an artist after hours. My joy lies with animals and nature and I like to connect this to my artwork.... What does mental health mean to you? Learning about mental health wasn't really a choice for me. Since being a little tucker with OCD I have had to endeavour to understand the brain and it's many coping strategies. The brain is really cool and mental health can stem from an amazing harm reduction system that our brain places upon us. Figuring it out and learning to work with it is my goal as someone effected by mental illness. Knowledge is power. What inspired your art? TW: bipolar episodes. At the time I was working on my self portrait, I was coming out of a deep depression that had lasted months. I was experiencing some mixed episodes which gave me a glimpse into what lit my fire and I wrote these things down. I took a photo of myself so that I could have evidence of the pain I felt. When I am in an episode (manic or depressive), my former and future life seem so unreal that I feel I need to create evidence to refer back to. I used the contrasting imagery of my own self in all its heavy, truthful sadness, with the things that were bringing me great happiness in my moments of mania or connection to reality. This is how bipolar depression feels. All the good stuff is still there and I can see it but I can't feel it anymore. I can't get past the cloud in my head to appreciate what I love and am connected to. Outside of your art, what are some of your self-care practices? Walking (I like to look for people to smile at, birds to watch, flowers to smell and dogs to pat), spending time with friends and family, singing in the shower and snoozing. What role do you think community plays in the mental wellbeing of artists? I think they need more space to shine. Everyone enjoys art when they notice what they see, but people tend to reject art's legitimacy in this world because it doesn't turn the cogs of business. I want to see art and mental health working together to enjoy something just for the sake of it.

07.01.2022 We’re almost there! Physical copies of The Be Good Project are going to be available on Bandcamp from 5pm tomorrow. 100% of the profits from both the physical and the digital versions are going to Beyond Blue so make sure you get yours. For more information on what the project is, check our highlight stories. Link in the bio to get on that merch once it’s up. @alishawatford / @ameyasrealm / @annamoorestuff / @azimzainandhislovelybones / @baresmusicau / @beniahc / @thecranedistrict / @damaged_goods_club / @eileen_grace_music / @emmawintondesign / @kellkitsch / @lara.prokop / @lizleamedia / @loonatoons / @marigoldenau / @nat_vazer / @nibsonmother / @ptcollis / @quietblue.music / @therollercanes / @rubymaemusic / @saraheliseryan / @shannonmaryart / @shanprimroseart / @therapy.dog.music / @_tracedecay / @velvetbloom.music

06.01.2022 Q&A: Bares Who are you and what do you do with yourself? I’m a singer and writer, and I usually work in hospitality when we aren’t in the middle of a global pandemic.... What does mental health mean to you? Mental health is a daily balance for me. It’s about reminding myself that how I’m feeling is okay, and that I don’t need to be anything that I’m not in order to be accepted. What inspired your art for The Be Good Project? This song is about appreciating the value that art has to offer us, instead of fixating on whether or not it’s something that can bring success or fame. It’s also about understanding that no one has it all worked out, and everyone in this industry is struggling in one way or another, and that it’s okay to feel overwhelmed about it all. Outside of your art, what are some of your self-care practices? I love to run and play with my cat! I pretend I can keep plants alive too What do you think the role of community plays, or could play, in the mental wellbeing of artists? Helping us feel like we aren’t alone.

05.01.2022 What an absolute list of legends from Trouble Juice

03.01.2022 Make sure you get your orders in before 5pm today for free shipping. 100% of profits are going to Beyond Blue. This project has brought together 27 wonderful artists to create the CD and book of artwork all based around experiences of mental health.

03.01.2022 It’s so close now we can almost taste it. Wednesday night’s The Be Good Project shows at The Retreat Hotel are selling fast, featuring all out favourites including the pop rock personified Damaged Goods Club lo fi charmer The Crane District blues bard P.T. Collis and folk enchantress Ruby Mae Music. Get your tickets for each session here: https://fb.me/e/1Zfand70V

03.01.2022 We cannot thank everyone enough for the past two nights of The Be Good Project Live shows including a massive sold out finale. To all of you for coming and supporting, to the 8 acts Damaged Goods Club The Crane District P.T. Collis Ruby Mae Music marigolden Quiet Blue Trace Decay and The Rollercanes for their phenomenal performances and The Retreat Hotel for hosting and taking such good care of us. You all made the first Robot Jaw Records event so memorable and special. Until next time : @beejaypho (excluding The Rollercanes shot)

02.01.2022 THURSDAY SESSION TWO: Tickets and fb event here: https://fb.me/e/1Zfand70V We’re bringing you a late-night snack of dreamy pop with some good ol’ indie rock to wash it down.... Trace Decay are here to deliver the world a healthy dose of Melancholy dream pop into your Thursday evening, carving out a niche in the Australian music industry with their unique and charismatic approach to songwriting. Releasing their debut EP ‘Monstrous Subconscious’ in late 2020, this will be Trace Decay’s first show back. They contributed a demo from way back in 2017 called ‘Personadise’ to the project. The Rollercanes sound like a normal indie rock band on the surface but there’s always the unshakeable feeling that things could turn at any minute. The Melbourne based four-piece have built a reputation for their high energy live shows and scrappy brand of indie rock. The Rollercanes scout everyday life for something to sing about, bringing urgency to insignificance. For TBGP, The Rollercanes contributed a lo-fi version of their track ‘Blissed Out’ from their upcoming EP release. Tickets are strictly limited to 50 admissions so make sure you grab one early.

01.01.2022 Just over a week til ‘Low Twenties, Mostly Sunny’, the live album from @ptcollis comes out. It’s a real treat

01.01.2022 Have you got one yet? Just over 4 more hours of Bandcamp’s waiving fees Friday which means more money for Beyond Blue! Link in bio.

01.01.2022 It is our immense pleasure to present The Be Good Project, a community art and music collaboration consisting of the work of over two dozen contributors to bring together a compilation album and book of artwork. The project focuses on the individual perspectives and experiences of mental health, and we’re looking to sharing more about it over the next few weeks. Music from: Azim Zain and His Lovely Bones / Bares / The Crane District / Eileen Grace / Damaged Goods Club / marig...olden / Nat Vazer / P.T. Collis / Quiet Blue / The Rollercanes / Ruby Mae Music / Therapy Dog / Trace Decay / Velvet Bloom Art by: Alisha Watford / Ameya's Realm / Anna Moore Stuff / Beniah Colbourn / Emma Winton / Kell Kitsch / Lara Prokop / Liz Lea Art & Media / Luna Tunes / Nibson Mother / Sarah Ryan / Shannon Mary Art / Shanprimroseart. Cover art by: Beniah Colbourn See more