Joan & The Giants frontwoman Gracie Newton-Wordsworth joins Paul Cashmere for an honest and revealing interview about the band’s remarkable journey, the deeply personal stories behind the songs, and what’s next for one of Australia’s fastest-rising independent acts.
Gracie opens up about the emotional inspiration for the new single ‘Mamma Don’t Cry’, revealing how the song was written after leaving an abusive relationship and finally sharing her experiences with her mother. She explains how music has become her therapy and why songwriting has always been an autobiographical reflection of every chapter of her life.
The conversation also explores the emotional impact of recording The Five Stages Of Grief, why some songs are still too painful to perform live, and how Joan & The Giants have evolved from their early EP Me And You to the powerful rock sound they’re creating today.
Paul and Gracie also discuss the realities of building a modern independent band. From supporting P!NK in front of massive crowds to showcasing at SXSW in Austin and The Great Escape in the UK, Gracie explains what she’s learned about confidence, resilience and taking Australian music to the world.
She also talks about balancing creativity with the day-to-day business of running a band, why Joan & The Giants still haven’t released a debut album despite having enough material for two records, and reveals an exclusive: the band’s first-ever remix is already finished.
This is a candid conversation about songwriting, survival, ambition and the determination it takes to build an international music career from Australia.
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Joan & The Giants Melbourne residency throughout August 2026:
Location: The Old Bar (74 Johnston Street, Fitzroy, VIC)
When: Every Tuesday night in August 2026 (doors usually open at 7:30 pm)
Tickets: Available via Oztix
Perks: Purchasing tickets for more than one Tuesday night gets you 20% off merchandise.
https://www.joanandthegiants.com
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