Jasmine 4.t. & Ash Kenazi in conversation at the Talking Shop on Saturday afternoon at Green Man 2025
The Green Man PodcastShow Notes
*This episode contains discussion of personal experiences, including references to sexual abuse, which some listeners may find distressing. The views and opinions expressed are those of the guest, based on their own experiences, and do not necessarily reflect those of the producers or this podcast. No allegations are made against any named individual. Listener discretion is advised.*
The light still breaks through each morning. That’s the driving sentiment on You Are The Morning, the debut album from trans woman and Manchester-based singer-songwriter jasmine.4.t. Its title is dedicated to queer friendship, which she says saved her life. The first UK signee on Saddest Factory Records, the album was produced by Julien Baker, Phoebe Bridgers and Lucy Dacus. Jasmine and her band travelled to L.A. to record at Sound City Studios. It was made across 12 days in a highly collaborative and emotional process, and because Jasmine sees her songs as fluid and ever-changing, the recordings carry that free and spontaneous spirit. Jasmine considers her album as a call to action for a brighter future for trans people.
Ash Kenazi is a London artist who has honed his craft after years of experimentation, finally evolving into their true form through writing that draws from sounds that have shaped their experience - a youthful chorister, an indie drummer and a queer dancer. Known for his work as a member of Happyness, drag royalty to the indie scene and podcast host, Ash has built a strong following across the UK through supporting the likes of Self Esteem, CSS, Jess Winter and Dreamwife with his impressive counter-tenor vocals, queer storytelling and magnetic stage presence.
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