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Hayden Calnin on ‘Middle Night,’ Creativity at Midnight, and the Mystery Behind His Music
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Australian singer-songwriter and producer Hayden Calnin joins the show to talk about the inspiration behind his latest EP Middle Night, the creative pull of late-night songwriting, and his fascination with the paranormal and esoteric. Hayden opens up about how film sound design shaped his production style, why he avoids “demo-itis,” and what it’s like balancing the many roles modern musicians carry — from producing and scoring to navigating social media.
We also explore the making of fan-favorite track “You in Universe,” why album-focused listening still matters, and how Australia’s music scene compares to the U.S. and Europe. If you’re into atmospheric songwriting, creative process deep-dives, or Hayden’s cinematic sound, this episode is packed with insight.
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