The J Files Podcast

There's so much more to Kate Bush than 'Running Up That Hill'.

When it comes to covering broad musical territory, few bands compare to Faith No More.

Lana Del Rey has perfected tragic Hollywood romanticism with her love of vintage glamour and beautiful melancholia.

Archie Roach is one of the country's most loved and essential voices.

This rapper, singer, songwriter and producer has worn many hats over a three decade-plus career.

Ever since these high school friends burst out of Fremantle, their irresistible pop rock has had us turning up our stereos.

The xx have come a long way since uploading bedroom demos to MySpace in the mid-2000s.

Foo Fighters are one of the biggest rock bands on the planet, a long way from the one-man band Dave Grohl cooked up in the wake of Kurt Cobain's death.

A love letter to the music and movements that have helped us through the year.

Michael Gudinski's legacy is among the most immense of any other figure in the history of Australian music.

When Melbourne's The Bamboos started making waves in the 2000s, they were trailblazers.

From mod revivalist to Britpop overlord, the Modfather has been British rock royalty since the late 1970s.

For over 30 years, these New Zealand titans of hard rock have strived to be the best, and rarely fallen short of getting there.

Keeping the vibes high while singing about vital issues, Blue King Brown are a band who make you think as much as they make you dance.

As Badmotorfinger celebrates its 30th anniversary, we look back at these Seattle sons' huge career and the legacy they have left.

From his all-time classic debut LP Illmatic to now, Nas remains one of the most revered rappers on the planet.

Crafting dramatic atmosphere with stormy command, The Jezabels cemented themselves as one of Australia's most engrossing indie rock bands.

From 'Skinny Love' to his seemingly endless other musical projects, Justin Vernon remains one of modern music's most wonderfully enigmatic creators.

The Norwegian duo are true masters of modern electronic music.

Step into the kaleidoscopic world of Kelis, the singer, songwriter and chef who has never stood still.

With 40 years of heavy riffs, over 125 million albums sold, and a fan base that spans generations, there's simply no other band like these metal titans.

With their knack for crafting exquisite indie folk, Boy & Bear found themselves at the forefront of indie-folk music.

After the birth of Sonic Youth 40 years ago, indie rock was the never the same again.

Electronic music owes an immeasurable debt to Ed Banger Records.

Few Australian bands have broken harder and faster internationally than The Vines did in the 2000s.

It's been 25 years since The Coming, the monumental debut album from American hip hop king Busta Rhymes.

Kim Deal is an integral part of the history of indie rock.

One of the biggest forces in 90s rock was also one of the most politically charged.

For Reconciliation Week 2021, we explore some of the most powerful and enduring protest songs written by First Nations artists across the past 90 years.

Siouxsie Sioux is a post-punk icon like no other.

Hilltop Hoods took Australian hip hop to a level it'd never reached before.

Danger Mouse has had a hand in some of the most iconic songs of the 2000s.

The supergroup is a staple of the music business – a mash of egos, styles, genres, fan bases and, presumably, touring calendars.

Brisbane band george put an intriguing spin on alt-rock in the early 2000s.

It feels like The Offspring have lived many lives.

TISM were the ultimate shit-stirrers and Australian music fans loved them for it.

Sonic anarchy, funny lyrics, and genius pop songs made Regurgitator a vital part of Australia's alternative music explosion in the 1990's.

Kasey Chambers changed Australian country music for good when she emerged as a solo artist in the late 1990s.

Africa is at the root of just about all the contemporary music we love. One of the most recent examples of this is the frenetic, hypnotic genre of Afrobeat.

The impact of Gossip on the indie scene of the 2000s cannot be overstated.

When Muse formed in the mid-90s, Britpop reigned supreme. But the trio from Devon had grander musical ambitions, and those objectives only became bolder as their career progressed.

With Damon Albarn's musical flair and Jamie Hewlett's proven record for creating engaging virtual characters, it's no wonder the collaboration has been so fruitful and successful.

Jay-Z has gone by many names.

The Triffids never enjoyed the same mainstream success as many of their peers, but there are few bands in this country who have been as acclaimed and influential.

When Lily Allen's career exploded in the 2000s, her name was on every music lover's lips.

For almost 40 years, Los Angeles icons Red Hot Chili Peppers have defied convention with their mashed-up brand of funk and rap-infused rock'n'roll.

It might be a year we want to forget, but there's been plenty worth remembering about 2020.

Perth's Pendulum are one of the biggest musical exports of the 2000s so far.

Celebrating one of Australia's most endearing musicians and personalities.

Kev Carmody might have been a late bloomer, commencing his music career in his 40s, but his contributions to music and culture will resonate for generations.

There's such charm in Josh Pyke's songs that it's no surprise that he commanded a huge following after breaking though in the mid-2000s.