A chinwag with… willow giles from dusty

What’s the band’s origin story? Annie, our lead vocalist, always wanted to name a pet cat Dusty. It’s a coincidence, as my grandparents’ cat was called Dusty. She was the most gorgeous little character and lived a long life, but left us due to health complications. A couple of weeks after she was put down, the band asked if I wanted to be their drummer, which I took as a beautiful sign. I immediately said yes. I’m the final piece of the puzzle that makes up Dusty and, since then, we’ve been having so much fun. Who would you most like to tour with? Ocean Alley, Spacey Jane or WAAX. When do you feel most creative? We all feel super-inspired after watching other bands perform and after our own gigs, as we get to reflect on our playing and work on ways we can improve. We also draw from personal experiences – from relationships and friendships to partying and late-night adventures. What’s the music scene like in your hometown? It’s intense and full of other like-minded musicians. There’s an abundance of local bands around Brissie and everyone is really supportive. What would you do if you won the lottery? Have a bougie tour of the world, then party heaps! What can we expect from a Dusty gig? High energy, good vibes and flawless fashion.