Australian sensation Steph Strings is on the show for this Part 3 of my series of interviews from Winnetka Music Festival!!  The Winnetka Fest happened June 19-20, just north of Chicago in a stunning suburban setting, and I was psyched to sit down with Steph for a chat to talk about her recent rise in popularity with her debut album, Feel Alive, released earlier this year hitting #2 on the Australian charts.Steph has become quite the phenom, and has been lighting up stages across the globe, delighting audiences and her growing legion of fans with her positive vibes and upbeat energy. We discuss the impact of this fast-moving success, her recent collab with Jesse Welles and hitting the Bonnaroo stage for the first time!! This is a super fun convo. Steph is just as super upbeat as her music would lead you to believe, and I can’t wait for you to give this one a listen.=======================================Chapters:00:00 -- Episode intro with Host Josh Rosenberg03:15 - Steph Strings' journey03:25 - Origins of Phillip Island and its influence04:17 - The idea of archipelagos and place-culture connections04:58 - First impressions of Chicago and its music scene05:37 - Melbourne's similarity to Chicago and living on Phillip Island07:09 - Reflecting on Chicago’s charm and personal connection to the city08:01 - The energy of touring and her excitement for future gigs08:35 - Managing nerves and staying grounded before big shows09:59 - Insights into her Bonnaroo experience and the impact of live performances11:21 - Observations on America’s cultural and musical passion12:32 - Jesse Wells' influence and her role in bringing positive energy to audiences13:58 - Musical influences: Fleetwood Mac, John Butler Trio, and the importance of guitar riffs15:42 - Her live solo performance format and collaboration with her producer17:19 - Creation of "Feel Alive" and its success ranking in Australia18:30 - Surprising realizations about the music industry and her fan interactions19:26 - The simplicity of touring life and the human side of musicians20:39 - The emotional response from audiences and the universal language of music24:02 - Her experience as a representative of Australia on the global stage24:32 - The diversity within Australian accents and cultural identity25:48 - Travel experiences and the importance of supporting her team, including Laura26:42 - Inspiring women and young girls to pursue music and break barriers28:18 - Falling in love with performance and her outlook for future projects29:11 -  Winding down and upcoming shows29:38 -- Episode Wrap-up with Host Josh Rosenberg=======================================For more information on Roadcase:https://linktr.ee/roadcasepod and https://www.roadcasepod.comOr contact Roadcase by email:  [email protected] theme music:  "Eugene (Instrumental)" by Waltzer