Morgan Bain Why Don't You Stay Interview

Morgan Bain Why Don't You Stay Interview

Fresh off the back of a prestigious WA Music (WAM) Song Of The Year win last fortnight, esteemed Perth alternative soul tunesmith and multi-instrumentalist, Morgan Bain has announced the release of his new single, Why Don't You Stay, alongside a national tour. Kicking off on the main stage at West Coast Blues'N'Roots (Fremantle) on March 29, alongside two Perth shows in April, the tour will then move through Adelaide, Melbourne, Tasmania, Wollongong, Sydney, Newcastle and will finish up at Sydney Blues & Roots Festival (Windsor) on May 16.

Organ driven with rich and varied vocals, Bain's self-described -alternative moody soul' sound is perfectly showcased in the new single, Why Don't You Stay. The track was recorded and produced at The Wastelands studio with ARIA award winning producer, Joel Quartermain (Eskimo Joe, Meg Mac, Little Birdy) and mastered by Grammy Award winner, William Bowden of King Willy Sound (Goyte, Eskimo Joe,Tim Finn, Empire of the Sun). Bain explains, 'The song is about anxieties that come with giving your everything to someone and how to not let those anxious thoughts take over and get in the way of how you really feel."

The video clip for the single was directed by Steve Browne (Scalphunter, Tired Lion, Timothy Nelson & The Infidels) and tastefully shot at Chris Huzzard studio. Dark, powerful and thought provoking, the clip depicts a young man's internal conflict and anxiety about a situation. 'The video is simple but complicated in an emotional way, just like the song and its concept," says Bain.

With a song writing maturity well beyond his tender twenty years, Bain's prolific songwriting talents have already been acknowledged on a global level several times this year, and a number of tracks off his latest EP, What You Believe (released mid 2014) are in this mix of accolades. Earlier this month, Bain was announced as a semi finalist in the US International Songwriting Competition (Unreleased song, Lost In The Moment), a finalist in the US John Lennon Songwriting Contest (EP track, In The Middle) and he also scooped his third WAM Song of The Year award (EP Track, Hold On) on March 21.

Working hard to make a name for himself and becoming known for his incredible vocals and live performances in his home state of WA, Bain is excited to take his show to a national audience. Hitting the road as a trio (guitar/keys/bass/drums), with funding from the WA Dept of Culture and The Arts, the tour will be 'Jam-packed with alternative soul… it's a pretty upbeat show, but does have light and shade."

Further info on Morgan Bain's -Why Don't You Stay' national tour is available from www.morganbain.com.au

Morgan Bain -Why Don't You Stay' National Tour Dates

Sun 29 March | West Coast Blues'n'roots Festival | 18+
Fri 17 April | Indi Bar, Scarborough | 18+
Fri 24 April | Odd Fellow Bar, Fremantle | 18+
Thurs 30 April | Exeter, Adelaide Sa | 18+
Fri 1 May |Yah Yah's Fitzroy, Vic | 18+
Sat 2 May | Sooki Lounge, Belgrave Vic| 18+
Sun 3 May | The B-East, East Brunswick Vic | 18+
Thurs 7 May | The Republic Bar, North Hobart Tas | 18+
Fri 8 May | Royal Oak, Launceston Tas | 18+
Sat 9 May | The Lass O'gowrie Hotel, Wickham Nsw | 18+
Sun 10 May | Towradji Beach Hotel, Wollongong Nsw | 18+
Thurs 14 May | Frankies Pizza By The Slice, Sydney Nsw | 18+

Fri 15 May | The Grand Junction Hotel (The Junkyard) Maitland Nsw | 18+
Sat 16 May | Sydney Blues & Roots Festival, Fitzroy Hotel, Windsor Nsw | 18+

For more info www.morganbain.com.au

Interview with Morgan Bain

Question: How would you describe your music?

Morgan Bain: The new track I describe as alternative moody soul, my other stuff is a mix of blues/soul/rock.


Question: What was the main motivation behind the song Why Don't You Stay?

Morgan Bain: There's no real motivation when I song write, it kind of just pours out of me. If there is any motivation at all, it's just to create something great and different that people will respond to and want to hear a lot, I suppose. The new song is about giving your everything to someone and the anxiety you experience because of that.

You don't want those anxieties to get in the way or take over how you feel in your relationship so you are constantly fighting it.....it's complicated!


Question: What should we expect from the upcoming tour?

Morgan Bain: We will be trying out quite a few new songs that will go on the next record, as well as some tracks from the current EP, What You Believe...so there'll be a mix but it's a pretty upbeat show.


Question: How does it feel to win a WAMi award?

Morgan Bain: Its always reassuring to get recognition in your songwriting from others in the industry because it reassures you that you are on the right track, so it feels great!


Question: Did you have any pre-conceived ideas about the music industry?

Morgan Bain: No, not really. I didnt really think about the industry at all before I started and I've just been learning about it as I go.


Question: Do you write your own songs? What's your inspiration?

Morgan Bain: I sure do. My main inspiration is just life experiences and things that I see and feel. I think most song writers are the same.


Question: What music/artists do you listen to when you are not playing your own?

Morgan Bain: A real mix! Bill Withers, Stevie Wonder, Black Crowes, Tower of Power, Alabama Shakes and loads more.


Question: What's next? Tour/Album/Single?

Morgan Bain: My National Tour and single release of WHY DON'T YOU STAY that begins on April 30 going though til 17 May. It takes in Adelaide, Melbourne, Tasmania, and NSW. . T hen as soon as I get back from the tour I've got an overseas invitation to a huge Conference/Festival (that I can't announce yet) and then loads of WA shows as well as more recording etc. It's going to be a busy year, haha!

Question: Was there a moment you contemplated throwing in the towel?

Morgan Bain: NEVER!


Question: Do you prefer performing live or recording?

Morgan Bain: Both are very different processes and I love them both equally, I think.


Question: What/who was your inspiration to go into the music industry?

Morgan Bain: My cousin was in a band when I was young and that was an inspiration, but also I think my own songs were too. I wanted to take it further because I loved writing so much and I wanted to share it with people and see what they thought.


Question: What is the biggest challenge you have faced along the way to your musical success?

Morgan Bain: I think a lot of self doubt that comes with having music as a career which includes rejection along the way. I started very young which was challenging and I've had a huge amount to learn and that continues!


Question: What's a typical day like?

Morgan Bain: When I'm not on tour, I spend my day coming up with ideas for songs and writing. I spend a huge amount of time in my music room! I try and get in a surf or skate when I can too!


Question: What has been your favourite part of becoming a music artist?

Morgan Bain: I guess mainly writing a song and then playing it for people the next day…it's such a cool thing and I guess a release in a way.


Question: If you could collaborate with another artist, who would it be?

Morgan Bain: There are so many. Currently probably Alabama Shakes or someone from an American Hip Hop band I think would be fun!


Question: Do you have a website fans can visit?

Morgan Bain: www.morganbain.com.au


Question: Can you tell us 5 things required for a happy healthy & enjoyable life?

Morgan Bain: mmmm I'm still learning all of that myself .....family, friends, good health and doing what you love, but I guess everyone has their own opinions on that question.


Question: What message would you like to say to your fans?



Morgan Bain: Do all things you love!


Interview by Brooke Hunter