Jazzed up and rock 'n roll with Lily Appelt
Lily Appelt is fast becoming one of Australia's much sought after musicians performing with a vast array of artists and adjusting to their style of music with precision and professionalism. I've had the honor of seeing Lily perform Jazz and also Indie-Rock and she always puts on mind bending performances that you have to witness for yourself. After really enjoying Lily's solo release(Check it out it's absolutely stunning) I recently caught up with her between Adelaide and Melbourne and was keen to delve into the psyche of this Adelaide mega-artist. Lily, your songs you’ve got up on on-line are just sublime. Melodic layering and it’s just perfect folk, especially with ‘Now I’m here’, lyrically you are very wordy – Where does this come from and what influences you to write your endearing folky, pop tunes? My main influences have always been my friends and family! I was encouraged to take my songwriting more seriously by my dear friend Jack Wilsmore in 2024; he has alway...