VOCAL GIRLS PODCAST: NEWDAD

The VOCAL GIRLS podcast is a series where music journalist and VOCAL GIRLS Founder, Megan Graye, chats to artists about their past, present and future, and the music that intertwines these experiences. This week, Megan’s speaking to Julie Dawson, the lead singer of Galway band, NewDad.

NewDad are one of the most exciting bands of the moment; they have a distinct layered sound music which feels solemn yet upbeat, and they combine this with relatable and poignant lyrics. In this episode, Megan speaks with Julie Dawson, the band’s vocalist and rhythm guitarist. As NewDad are currently based in Ireland, this episode was recorded over Zoom shortly after the release of their new EP ‘Banshee’.

In this episode we talk about early influences, writing ‘Banshee’, and the new pressure on artists to be consistently writing.

This podcast is produced, edited and presented by Megan Graye. Music for the podcast was composed and recorded by Jessica Edwards ad the graphics are by Alayna Hunte. They are both members of the VOCAL GIRLS team.