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Trusty Chords

Tyler Jenke

Booking Overview

A music interview show focused on artists, songwriting, influential records, and creative careers, it primarily features casual conversations with recording musicians promoting new albums, reunions, or tours. Suitable pitches include professional recording artists, songwriters, and band members—particularly established Australian, indie, or alternative acts—with a current project or notable catalog; booking difficulty is medium.

Metrics

Episodes: 128

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: Australia

Instagram: 1.8k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

trustychordspodcast@gmail.com

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Host

Tyler Jenke - Australian music journalist, writer, editor, and podcast host covering recording artists, albums, and the music industry.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Professional recording artists, singer-songwriters, and band members with a current album, reunion, tour, or substantial creative catalog. The show welcomes both emerging and established musicians, with particular relevance for Australian, indie, alternative, and genre-defying acts.
Required Achievements:  
Released a new album or other recorded project, Maintained a notable catalog or career with an established band, Performed on tour or announced upcoming live performances, Earned significant chart, radio, award, or critical recognition

Recent Guest Discussions

Erik Francis Schrody (Everlast) - His Return With The Album Embers To Ashes, House Of Pain, Solo Music, Songwriting, Health Challenges, And His Musical Career.

Juan Alban - Epicure’s Reunion And New Album Evenings In Honduras, The Band’s History, His Solo Work, And The Upcoming Tour.

Eric Michener - His New Fishboy Album Bravest Neighbor, Songwriting, Character-driven Narratives, Recording, And His Broader Discography.

Pinky Beecroft - His Career With Machine Gun Fellatio, Solo Work, New Album Lonesome Wolf, Songwriting, And Upcoming Performances.

Sam Wilson - Any Young Mechanic’s Debut Album The Modern Shoe Is Ruining The Foot, The Band’s Evolution, And Its Place In The South Australian Music Scene.

Recent Topics

Songwriting, Indie Music, Music, Albums, Music History

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
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Episode 117: Sam & Elliott Margin – The Rubens

October 08, 2026

It's a little difficult to think about the Australian music scene of the past 15 years without thinking of The Rubens.Hailing from Menangle in New South Wales, the largely familial band (three of its five members are brothers, you see), first came to prominence in 2011 when they found themselves scoring quite a bit of airplay over on triple j. Barely a year old, they'd made it into the station's Hottest 100 countdown, been nominated for an ARIA Award, and even released a debut alb...

Bonus Episode 9: Kevin Krauter & Nina Pitchkites – Wishy

October 06, 2026

If you're someone who likes their indie rock and alternative music with a healthy dose of shoegaze, well I reckon you'd do pretty well to check out Wishy.Why's that, you ask? Well, it's probably because that's exactly what the Indiana outfit have been dishing up for the past five years.Coming together thanks to high school friends Kevin and Nina (the former of which used to be in the now-defunct Hoops, and the latter used to record under the name push pop), Wishy wasted no...

Episode 116: iOTA

October 02, 2026

When it comes to folks who ensure their life is surrounded by art, it's hard to look past iOTA.Having launched into the world of music and drama as a teenager, both of these disciplines have been vital parts of his life since. A batch of bands would give way to the launch of a solo career at the end of the '90s, and a string of impeccable albums would arrive along the way.On the dramatic side, you might have seen iOTA winning awards for roles in 'Hedwig And The Angry Inch' and...

Frequently asked questions

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How do I get in touch with Trusty Chords?

Trusty Chords is hosted by Tyler Jenke. Its publicly listed email is trustychordspodcast@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Trusty Chords?

The publicly listed email for Trusty Chords: trustychordspodcast@gmail.com.

How many listeners does Trusty Chords have?

Podseeker estimates Trusty Chords reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Trusty Chords?

Trusty Chords typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Professional recording artists, singer-songwriters, and band members with a current album, reunion, tour, or substantial creative catalog. The show welcomes both emerging and established musicians, with particular relevance for Australian, indie, alternative, and genre-defying acts. Common among recent guests: Released a new album or other recorded project; Maintained a notable catalog or career with an established band; Performed on tour or announced upcoming live performances. Recent guests include Erik Francis Schrody (Everlast), Juan Alban, and Eric Michener.

How hard is it to get booked on Trusty Chords?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Trusty Chords cover?

Recent episodes cover Songwriting, Indie Music, Music, Albums, and Music History. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

trustychordspodcast@gmail.com

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