BTN - MENTAL HEALTH CHATS:

UNCLE TATTS REFLECTIONS ON THE MENTAL HEALTH CHATS

At Between the Notes, we believe music and mental health go hand in hand. Behind every song is a real human story — and this space is here to honour that.

While this section is always evolving, the first few blogs are now live, with more to come soon.

We have some Mental Health Support links below with the plan to add links to support services around the world, so no one has to face life’s hardest moments alone.

Because at the heart of BTN is this simple truth:

You are not alone in what you feel — and help is always closer than you think.

HELP & SUPPORT

Article: Michael Ward - Where The Road, The Ocean And The Truth Meet

Watching Michael Ward perform, you don’t just hear the music — you meet the man behind it. A father, a survivor, a soul rebuilt through truth, saltwater and song. From moments that nearly ended everything to stages that now feel like home, this is a story about staying when it would’ve been easier to disappear. About choosing life in quiet, ordinary ways. And about how music doesn’t just save people — it teaches them how to live again.

13 hours ago5 min read

Review: Ally Row - Strings, Spark & Pure Joy

“Ally Row didn’t just step onto the King River Tavern stage —they ignited it with harmony, heart and a spark that grew into a bonfire.Their music didn’t just fill the room, it brought every person in it closer together.” A night where Ally Row proved that joy, chemistry and real stories can lift a whole room into one shared moment.

Nov 243 min read

Review: Michael Ward Trio at King River Tavern-Where the River Meets the Rhythm

“The Michael Ward Trio didn’t just fill the River Room with sound — they filled it with life, laughter and that unmistakable spark of musicians in their element. Michael brought festival fire into the heart of King River Tavern — and somehow made it feel like home.” A night where Michael Ward proved that connection, community and pure joy hit harder than any spotlight.

Nov 243 min read

Review: Ella Hooper- An Intimate Harmony with Hoops

“This performance felt like a beautiful evolution of one of Australia’s icons. Ella didn’t just perform in the Goldroom — she let us into her world.” A night where Ella Hooper proved that honesty, humour and heart hit harder than nostalgia.

Nov 143 min read

Article: Mardy Leith- The Relentless Voice of Modern Metal

“We take heavy, emotional subjects and turn them into something that gives perspective and release.” Mardy Leith doesn’t just make metal — he makes catharsis. Every note, every growl, every harmony is a way of turning pain into pow

Nov 66 min read

Article: Luke H. Reynolds- The Night-Owl Troubadour Who Built a Stage from a Livestream

“People feel invisible,” Luke says simply. “Live lets us look someone in the eye and say, I see you.” In that sentence lies the heartbeat of his music — connection over perfection, compassion over clout. What began as a work talent show has become a lifeline for thousands who tune in not just to listen, but to feel seen.

Nov 45 min read

Article: CYNTA- The Voice That Speaks What Hearts Can’t

“I want people to feel seen when they listen,” CYNTA says softly. “Like someone finally gets it.” It’s a simple statement, but it speaks volumes — about empathy, about storytelling, and about an artist who turns emotion into resonance. CYNTA’s music doesn’t just share her story; it holds space for yours too.

Nov 36 min read

Article: Maya Ixchell- From Panic to Power —A Voice Rising from the West

“Sometimes I wonder if I’m too honest,” Maya laughs. “But I think honesty is what connects people the most.” This line captures her openness and charm — it instantly tells readers that this is an artist who leads with vulnerability and connection.

Nov 23 min read

Article: NiickC Running Toward the Light

“The second I want to quit is when I have to make something. It’s wood to the fire.” Inside the rise of Nick C, the self-taught artist whose DIY tracks and film debut prove that passion can outpace perfection.

Nov 15 min read

MENTAL HEALTH LINKS:

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Beyond Blue is a trusted Australian not-for-profit organisation delivering free mental health support, resources and information to help people affected by anxiety, depression and suicidal thoughts.

They run a 24/7 support service (for Australians only), plus programs that promote early help, reduce stigma, and strengthen wellbeing across communities.

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Black Dog Institute is where science meets compassion to help you — and everyone — live a little lighter. They’re pioneering research into mood disorders like depression and bipolar, and turning that knowledge into real tools and support you can use today.

From online resources to innovative programs, they’re on a mission to bring hope, resilience and healing into everyday life — because mental health doesn’t wait, and neither should help.

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Beth supports mental and emotional healing through gentle, transformative hypnotherapy.

She helps people release fear, rewire old beliefs, and rediscover calm confidence—empowering them to live with greater peace, purpose, and self-trust.

Check-out her Quick-Help, a guided meditation to bring you back to your calm state.

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It Gets Better is the world’s largest storytelling effort to empower LGBTQ+ youth. Investing in local, like-minded organizations outside the US, It Gets Better brings story-telling and other life-affirming support to communities of LGBTQ+ youth around the globe.

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You deserve a welcoming, loving world.

And so do the people you care about.

Here you can reach out to a counselor if you're struggling, find answers and information, and get the tools you need to help someone else.

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ReachOut is a safe place where young people can openly express themselves, get a deeper understanding and perspective on what’s happening in their lives - to connect with people who will provide judgement-free support.

Designed with – and specifically for – young people, ReachOut is 100% online, anonymous and confidential, and lets young people connect on their terms

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Get in touch with Uncle Tatt to recommend other helpful links