Fearless Singer

Author: Mel Lathouras

Fearless Singer Podcast is about redefining fear one song at a time. Join your painfully honest, humorous, big-hearted host, Mel Lathouras, to talk about what's holding us back from living our creative, musical dream lives. We will undo untrue narratives that stop us from singing and expressing ourselves fully. And talk to absolute bosses who are doing this work and succeeding. We're going to rise with them. And use these unique voices of ours. Make sure you head over to www.mellathouras.com for the show notes. Or go to www.fearlesssinger.com.au for a treasure chest of free resources to get you singing to your full potential.
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52. Meet Singer Songwriter Sue Ray: From Country Queen to Jazz Storyteller
Episode 52
Tuesday, 27 May, 2025

In this heart-filled, laugh-out-loud episode, I sit down with the glorious Sue Ray—a proud Gamilaraay woman, award-winning singer-songwriter, and total genre-bending powerhouse. We talk about her roots in country and punk, her deep love for jazz, and the wild ride from 1AM Troubadour gigs to Nina Simone tributes at the Brisbane Powerhouse. ✨ Expect stories, Brisbane nostalgia, music memories, laughs, and so much heart. 🎟️ Come see us LIVE at Femme Jazz Sessions — Thursday 29 May @ The Cave Inn Book Your Tickets Here Let's dive into the good stuff! 00:20 – Meet Sue Ray 01:55 – The Fondelles + band beginnings 06:52 – Musical roots in Toowoomba 20:52 – Discovering jazz + first influences 26:12 – Nina Simone tribute + the Powerhouse 28:21 – Toowoomba Jazz Club magic 31:09 – Social media vs. live audience 34:35 – Nashville sessions + new music 41:26 – Final reflections + what's next 📲 Follow Sue Ray: @sueraymusic | www.sueraymusic.com 🎧 More from Mel: @mellathouras | www.fearlesssinger.com #FearlessSinger #SueRay #FemmeJazz #SingerSongwriterPodcast #WomenInMusic