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When it's in your bones...
Suzanne knew from the early age of 4 years old that Music was her calling. She would sing along with any song on the radio, and by age 7 was writing stories and lyrics in preparation for her first official bricks and mortar piece, 'Runaway with me', written for guitar and voice at age 15. When it's in your bones and the pull is strong, your destiny is almost pre-determined, with the only thing loosely written, are the steps and pathways you walk to reach this destination.
Fast track to 2026 and with more than a couple of decades of Music driving her heart, this award-winning Singer-Songwriter and multi-instrumentalist has shared the stage with the likes of Gotye, Deborah Conway, Dallas Frasca and Liz Stringer, and toured and performed in Australia, Canada and New York. Suzanne has also performed at a number of esteemed Australian festivals including Woodford Folk Festival and Queenscliffe Music Festival, and in 2014, released her compelling Indie Pop debut album, 'The Conversation'. Launched at The Toff in Town Melbourne (supported by Nussy and Damon Smith), Suzanne's endearing and dynamic vocals are the heart and soul of this album, whilst her groove infused bass playing brings to mind the melodic lines of Paul McCartney and Meshell Ndegeocello.
"...The Conversation is what it says it is, a conversation put to some great indie pop music..." - James Irvine, 97.9 Valley FM
Suzanne's second offering, a five track EP entitled 'Surrender’, was released in 2018 and written for her first-born son, Hendrix, documenting motherhood and the journey to keep one's artistic identity alive.
In 2019 Suzanne broadened her artistic work releasing her first children's audio eBook entitled 'Paper Daisies' that contains eight children's songs and beautiful botanical imagery. Limited edition art prints also accompanied the release.
Suzanne has also been involved in a long-term collaboration with V3 (virtual 3) since 2014. The trio consisting of Suzanne, Gary Hodges and Justin Humphries, have created 19 tracks ranging from the cinematic, to straight up pop music and underground jazz infused compositions. The collab has led to licensing opportunities in Europe and the UK and is a labour of love for all involved.
In 2026, Suzanne is looking towards the release of her second eBook entitled ‘Sweet William’, which will feature five pieces dedicated to her second son, Lennon.
Suzanne is also chipping away at her third solo release 'Reclamation', due for completion in 2027.
Songwriting Awards/Credits:
2016 - Finalist in the AIMA (Australian Independent Music Awards) for songs 'Just a Little Shove' and 'Don't Flirt'
2017 - Finalist in the American Songwriting Awards for song 'A Little Crazy' (Unsigned Category)
2017 - Melbourne Semi-finalist in Listen Up Australia Songwriting Competition for song 'A Little Crazy'
2017 - Shortlisted in the 'Rock Indie' category for Australian Songwriting Contest for song 'A Little Crazy'
2019 - Third prize winner in the Children's/Novelty/Comedy - Song of the Year for The Song Comp (Songsalive Australia!) 2018/2019, for her children's song 'Watching Cars'
2019 - First prize winner in the 2019 American Songwriting Awards for song 'Watching Cars' - Children's Songs Category
2020 - Top 100 placing in The Songwriting Prize - Listen Up Music
2020 - Top 30 placing in The Australian Songwriting Contest - Children’s Category - ‘Mornings are for dreaming’
2021 - Top 30 placing in The Australian Songwriting Contest - Children’s Category - ‘Hush Little One’ and ‘Everything New Is A Gift’
2023 - Shortlisted in the 'Rock Indie' Category & Top 30 placing in the 'Children's Category' for the 2022 Australian Songwriting Contest for her songs, 'Freedom Comes' & 'With a Light Heart'
Other releases Suzanne can be heard on...
Sabrina and the Red Vans (Melbourne, Australia) - Cheap Romance
https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/cheap-romance/id509460504
Cat Canteri (Melbourne, Australia) - When we were young
https://catcanteri.bandcamp.com/album/when-we-were-young
Gary Hodges (Melbourne, Australia)
https://www.garyhodges.com.au/music/
Brendan Hains (Melbourne, Australia)
Suzanne also works as a session musician providing voice overs and her services as a vocalist, lyricist and bassist.
