Kiwat Kennell The Exchange

ISHAN is an Australian/Indian/Swiss/Spanish singer-songwriter from Melbourne. He credits a part of his musicality and storytelling to having grown up surrounded by many different cultures and languages, with his musical influences being as wide as his multi-cultural heritage. His acoustic pop-folk style is characterised by evocative lyrics and rhythmic melodies that draw you into intricate narratives, often sparked by his real-world experiences. 
 ISHAN’s music reflects the increasingly complex world faced by his generation. He writes songs about body image, terminal illness and self-harm, in addition to addressing the concerns and challenges faced by today’s youth: relationships, fears, and life aspirations. 
 His music often touches on his own vulnerabilities such as the anxiety he faced as he started to make progress in the music industry or questioning whether teenage love can last. 
 ISHAN first picked up a guitar at the age of seven, but only discovered a love for songwriting at 15 during rehabilitation for his spinal fusion surgery. He has since written more than 120 original songs. ISHAN would best describe his creative process as intensive experimentation. The way his songs are conceived, rejected and resurrected is in constant flux.

Playlist for The Exchange - Season 1: Episode # 2 ft ISHAN

About this program

Led by First Nations artist and creative Kiwat Kennell, The Exchange, is an advice show on how to navigate the complexities of the music industry. Join members of our creative community, as they share their experiences, struggles and successes in this industry. Kiwat will explore the common grounds, commonalities and connections that exist within the arts and share music, advice and inspirations from leading experts and performers.

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