BIGSOUND 2016 Artist Focus: LANKS

Answered by: Will Cuming

Hometown: Melbourne

Give us a short description your music: Melancholy you can move to. It lies somewhere between the world of electronic and organic sounds.

What is the best thing that's happened to you/your band so far? Singing the song I wrote with Just A Gent at Splendour. Hearing thousands of people singing your lyrics back to you is an amazing feeling, on par with performing it for Like A Version.

Has the party side of the music industry been all you were hoping for so far in your career? I'm not much of a party person really. I just like chilling with people, and I've gotten to meet and chill with some great musicians so I think it is living up to expectations.

What industry lessons would you like to take away from the BIGSOUND conference? I really want to keep meeting more people from the industry, get to know what others are doing, how we can collaborate and move forward. I'm also keen to catch other acts and get inspired.

What acts are you looking forward to checking out at the BIGSOUND showcase? Braille Face is one, his new album just dropped and is incredible. Also Vera Blue, I'm on tour with her right now and watching her live is incredible. She is the real deal.

Why should people come and see you from amongst the many cool bands at BIGSOUND? It'll be fun. There's a bit of everything in there: jazz flute, bangers and intimate vocal moments. See you there!

When and where is your BIGSOUND showcase? 7 Sep, Oh Hello!, 9.40pm.