When one thinks of spoken-word poetry, the images associated with it have little to do with sound. So, when we listen to poet Rochelle D'silva's new EP, we are curious to know about its conception. The track we are referring to is called Re-return, a poem best described by its own lyric, "Stubborn reminders of what love couldn't be", and is coupled with Melbourne composer Meena Shamaly's piano track. A Thin Veneer of Coping, D'silva's second album, comprises eight tracks — all recorded in a single session in Melbourne earlier this year.

Having released her first EP, Best Apology Face last year, we ask her what makes this one special. "Well, I'm in a different place now," she replies. And true to her answer, she reveals a piece of herself with each track. "The poetry scene these days is all about sending out a message or supporting a cause. My idea is to simply create poetry. I joke about taking the sh** out of my life and turn it into poetry," she says.