From the fertile creative grounds of Victoria’s Albury-Wondonga region comes Gossling, otherwise known as singer-songwriter Helen Croome. After earning strong airplay on Triple J, Gossling is ready to take her sweet indie-pop stylings to the masses with the release of her debut EP If You Can’t Whistle and a mini tour. I caught up with Gossling today to chat about her first release, her upcoming shows, and sustainable living.
You’re about to hit the road to support the release of your debut EP If You Can’t Whistle. What can you tell me about it?
My debut EP was recorded at Sing Sing in Melbourne. I loved the recording experience and had an engineer/producer who was very patient and helpful while I experimented with arrangements and sample instruments along the way.
You’re playing shows in Melbourne and Canberra to support your EP launch. When will the rest of Australia get the chance to see you play?
Very soon. I’m really keen to play some regional shows in Victoria and tour some of the other major cities. If everything runs to plan I’ll be on the road with my band in May.
The show in Canberra should be a big one with The Whitlams and Whitley also on the bill. Are these artists you look up to as a new singer-songwriter?
I loved The Whitlams when I was growing up. Their first album was on high rotation on my bedroom CD player. I love Tim Freedman’s melodies and the thoughtful lyrical content of his songs. He has a depth to his melodies that I strive for in my own writing.
You played some big shows earlier this year supporting Lamb. What did you learn about performing live playing with such a big act?
I learnt that Lamb fans are the best fans in the world. They were such a supportive audience. I thought I would be talked over and ignored being the support act to such a well known band, but I was blown away by how attentive the crowd was during the set. Both in Melbourne and Brisbane, the crowds were amazing.