Singer-songwriter Billie-Jo Porter was a 2022 Toyota Star Maker Grand Finalist and she released her self-titled debut albumlast year. She now has a brand-new single, ‘Howl at the Moon’, which is all about the liberating power of embracing our primal instincts.
Our conversation begins with the inspiration behind ‘Howl at the Moon’ as Porter recounts a serendipitous moment at a twilight show, where she was mesmerised by the rising moon and encouraged the audience to let out a collective howl. We talk a bit about literally and metaphorically howling at the moon and why it’s good for everyone to do it every now and again (if not often!), so if you see Porter play live, prepare to let loose …
To record the song Porter once more worked with acclaimed producer Shane Nicholson, and we talked about why she likes working with him – and the other people she enjoys working with: co-writers.
Porter has a background in karate as well as being a regular yoga practitioner, and these experiences contribute to her holistic approach to artistry, helping her channel her energy and emotions into her music.
Shortly Porter will be playing at the Gympie Music Muster and she’s also already announced her show for the 2025 Tamworth Country Music Festival. Upcoming show details can be found below, and no doubt once you see/hear Porter talking about her music, and about creativity and life in general, you’ll want to get along to enjoy the full-body and full-bodied experience of seeing her live.
You can watch our chat on YouTube (above), watch a snippet (at right) or listen on the podcast. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
https://www.billiejoporter.com | Listen to ‘Howl at the Moon’ on Apple Music
Tour dates
Thursday 22nd August – Gympie Music Muster – Amamoor Creek, QLD
Sunday 15th September – Junkyard – Newcastle, NSW (w/ Clint Wilson)
Saturday 21st September – Frankie Mae – Tweed Heads, NSW
Sunday 29th September – Crown Hotel – Grafton, NSW
Tuesday 23rd January – Moonshiners Honky Tonk – Tamworth, NSW
