
Australia’s genre-defying multi-instrumentalist Tash Sultana joins Poppy Reid on On The Record for one of their most revealing conversations yet. From busking on Melbourne streets to amassing billions of streams, selling out global tours, and building an empire entirely independently, Tash has become a blueprint for modern artistry.In this intimate conversation, Tash opens up about their wild high school years, early struggles with drugs, gender fluidity, body image battles, and the discipline that now defines their life. They also reflect on the creation of Terra Firma, navigating “second album syndrome,” and the surprising story behind their platinum hit “Pretty Lady.”We also dive into:• Curiosity, psychedelics & chasing experiences• Balancing creative authenticity with commercial drive• Why independence is both costly and liberating• The role of ego vs. confidence in Tash’s career• Learning to measure success beyond awards & charts• The making of Pretty Lady — from street busking to platinum hitThis is Tash Sultana… On The Record.