In Episode 307 of the Hear 2 Zen Podcast, we sit down with Australian country-pop/rock powerhouse Hayley Jensen for an in-depth, candid conversation about her evolving musical journey, upcoming festival appearances, and live touring.
Hayley shares her excitement about performing at the Groundwater Country Music Festival on the Gold Coast, breaking down what makes the free, multi-day event so special for both long-time country fans and newcomers. She also touches on her upcoming appearance at BIGSOUND in Brisbane directly after returning from the Long Road Festival in the UK.
We chat about
- Genre Fluidity & Musical Roots: How Hayley seamlessly blends country, pop, rock, southern blues, and jazz vocal influences into a cohesive, high-energy sound.
- Songwriting Insights: A look into her songwriting process, the emotional power of empathy when crafting lyrics, and the personal story behind her single “Wild as the Wind”—co-written with Anthony Snape about breaking free, chasing dreams, and finding a supportive partner.
- Debunking Reality TV Myths: Lessons, pressures, and misconceptions from her early days on Australian Idol, including overcoming industry stigmas to build a lasting, self-driven career.
- Live Shows & Milestones: Reflecting on her massive stage setup at CMC Rocks, winning Independent Country Music Awards, celebrating the release of her chart-topping album Country Soul, and hitting the road for her extensive 20+ date tour
And so much more. Thanks to Hayley for her time, and we hope everyone gets out to Groundwater or one of Hayley’s shows on this tour.
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