In this episode of the Folk My Life podcast, host Andy sits down with the talented musician Bity Booker. They discuss Bity’s unique upbringing in Italy and Australia, the influence of her artistic family, and her journey as a musician. Bity shares insights into her songwriting process, and her experiences in the music industry.

We begin by discussing how she grew up in Umbria, Italy, before moving to, Australia. We touch on her history as a metal musician and her experiences in early bands, before moving on to explore Bity’s songwriting process. She explains how some songs come easily, while others take time.

She values authenticity in her recordings, she explains her recording process and how, using a four-track machine to record the music and vocals in a single take can take time to get it perfect. Bity explains how the mood and moment can affect the recording and she describes how important it is to be able to recreate the sound perfectly on stage.

She discusses some difficult experiences in the music industry both with studio recordings and also a truly heart reaching story as a “folk my life” moment at a gig early in her career.

Also in this episode.

Bity talks about her father who is a visual artist, and how an artistic family has been influencing her creative journey. We discuss how her music often reflects her connection to nature and personal experiences and also how her latest EP features songs inspired by folk traditions and stories.

Bity Booker’s Artwork and Musical Recommendations

Song Suggestions – the playlist is here...

Her artwork complements her music, creating a holistic artistic expression. She draws constantly and paints with watercolour in found frames. She has illustrated song books and her own merchandise available from her band camp and website.

www.bitybooker.com

.Band Camp For Bity

Timing

• 00:00 – Introduction to Folk My Life Podcast
• 01:02 – Bity’s Musical Journey
• 01:34 – Growing Up Between Italy and Australia
• 06:19 – Artistic Family Background
• 08:00 – Performing at Eterna Primavera Festival
• 08:53 – Singing in Italian vs. English
• 10:01 – Exploring ‘Summer Will Return’
• 10:35 – Music – Summer Will Return 
• 13:40 – The Essence of Songwriting
• 18:09 – The Guitar Buying Experience
• 21:25 – Metal Roots and Musical Evolution
• 24:33 – Studio Experiences and Creative Control
• 29:54 – Navigating Loneliness Through Music
• 31:50 – Music – Sad Song
• 35:28 – The Emotional Resonance of Sad Songs
• 37:29 – The Art of Songwriting and Collaboration
• 40:32 – Reviving Folk Traditions Through Modern Interpretations
• 43:25 – The Storytelling Power of Folk Music
• 44:33 – Music – The Weep Willow Tree
• 48:03 – Creating a Unique Musical Identity
• 52:27 – The Intersection of Art and Music
• 55:47 – A Folk My Life Moment
• 1:00:48 – Closing Thoughts and Reflections