Interview with Sydney Band Mega Fäuna on Debut Album 'softmore' and Creative Process
Sydney-based indie band Mega Fäuna, led by members Tess Wilkin and Freyja Fox, discussed their upcoming debut album 'softmore' in an interview. The album, described as a dreamy exploration of womanhood's complexities, was created with support from a Sound NSW grant and producer Guy Fenech. The group's formation focused on bringing together women outside existing music circles, prioritizing curiosity over skill. Their songwriting process is collaborative, with tracks like 'heartbeat' examining bodily rhythms and daily life pressures. The band cites female-led Australian acts like Annie Hamilton and Stella Donnelly as influences.
Key facts
- Mega Fäuna is releasing debut album 'softmore'
- Band formed by connecting women not already in music scenes
- Album explores themes of femininity and womanhood
- Received Sound NSW grant for recording with producer Guy Fenech
- Collaborative songwriting process involves all members
Entities
Artists
- Mega Fäuna
- Tess Wilkin
- Freyja Fox
- Ellen Fitzgibbon
- Lily Keenan
- Annie Hamilton
- Clea
- The Preatures
- Julia Jacklin
- Snowy Band
- Stella Donnelly
- Jade Imagine
- Bridge Dog
- Divinyls
- Deadstar
- Paul Kelly
- INXS
- The Church
- The Go-Betweens
Institutions
- Sound NSW
Locations
- Sydney
- Warrane