Triple M Aussie with Becko

Matty O sits down with Winston McCall, the powerhouse frontman of Australian metalcore giants Parkway Drive, in this must-hear episode of Triple M Homegrown. Fresh off the band’s relentless international touring schedule, Winston opens up about what it’s like to take heavy music into spaces you’d never expect—like performing at the Sydney Opera House backed by a full Symphony Orchestra. He also shares stories from unforgettable festival experiences on music cruises such as Shiprocked and Hellbound, where the energy and chaos of live heavy music meets life at sea. The chat dives into Parkway Drive’s commitment to keeping their roots alive, with the launch of the Park Waves Festival. Winston reveals how the band built an 11-show regional tour across Australia, shining a spotlight on other local bands and ensuring fans outside the big cities got a taste of world-class live music. It’s an inspiring look at how Parkway Drive continue to push boundaries, celebrate community, and carve their own path in the heavy music world. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Triple M Homegrown with Matty O welcomes Toby Dundas, drummer of the ARIA Award-winning band The Temper Trap, for a deep-dive chat that fans won’t want to miss. In this exclusive interview, Toby opens up about the band’s highly anticipated new music, their creative process after years away from the spotlight, and how it feels to finally be back on stage performing for fans again. He also shares what it’s like to hit the road alongside rock heavyweights Kings of Leon, reflecting on the thrill of playing to massive crowds and the unique energy of international touring. From the breakout success of Sweet Disposition to the band’s future direction, Toby gives a rare behind-the-scenes look at one of Australia’s most iconic indie rock exports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Caleb and Jacob from The Terry’s join Matty O on Triple M Homegrown to celebrate one of the most exciting chapters in their career so far. Fresh off the release of their brand-new self titled album and heading into back-to-back sold-out shows, the lads open up about the writing and recording process, how their sound has evolved, and the energy behind their meteoric rise in the Australian music scene. With international festival appearances locked in to round out the year, The Terry’s share what it’s like taking their music global, and how they’re embracing the chaos of rapid success while staying true to their laid-back Aussie roots. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Northern Beaches rising stars The Rions join Matty O on Triple M Homegrown to celebrate their highly anticipated debut album Everything Every Single Day, out October 3rd. Fresh out of an Uber, Noah and Harley sit down to chat about life as young musicians breaking into the Australian music industry, the challenges and rewards of building a fanbase, and the whirlwind journey from local shows to national recognition. In this episode, the boys open up about navigating fame in their early 20s, share hilarious stories from the road, and reveal their cheeky plans on how they’ll one day meet Kendrick Lamar. Plus, they talk about what fans can expect from their upcoming Australian tour.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a whirlwind tour of the Americas, the boys from Ocean Alley settle down into the studio with Matty O for a chat about life, a future album and backstage antics ahead of their Australian tour in January. Pre-order the album "Love Balloon" now | Out September 19See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matty O is on holidays, so Angie Ayers caught up with Chris Cheney from the Living End to talk national tour, new album and why they only trust rock n roll.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After trying to feed the black hole of fame, Aussie rapper 360 has transformed the struggle into a new album titled ‘Out Of The Blue,’ and is back in his best form ever.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The multi-talented Digby Robison of Big Red Fire Truck, talks the band's brand new single "Tokyo Karaoke Bar", consistently creating content AND being Pro-Wrestler amongst other things. Then just when you think it's all said and done he's even got a cover band Furnace and the Fundamentals, Digby is just going non-stop and that's the way he likes it! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Quinn, Angus and Jordan from Melbourne band The Grogans jump into the Homegrown studios to chat all things touring, playing on the same bill as Franz Ferdinand and to celebrate their latest album "Stagger".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We welcomed back one of our favourites Brad Cox to Homegrown! He's one of the hardest working musicians in the country so it's always good to get the big news first on Homegrown ;)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matty O welcomes the boys Tim and Oscar from Holy Holy back into the studio after releasing their sixth studio album.Discussing rural gigs, retiring songs from the setlist and playing Groove In The Moo, all before they headed out on their national farewell tour The Grand Hiatus.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We have a New album and a list of Sold-Out shows a mile long!!! Caleb and Kieran join Matty to discuss all things new music, plus a massive tour and how their prepping for shows overseas and what you can expect from these live shows!.It's been a wild journey from the band from Perth who have been one of the most hard working and the proof is in an incredible live show, loyal following and an amazing collection of songs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Insanely talented Ben Lee sits down in the Homegrown studios to join Matty O and chat all things 'Awake Is The New Sleep' ahead of his 20th Anniversary Australian Tour. Ben opens up about the Australia music scene, touring internationally and memories of being backstage in Pomona with friends Phantom Planet.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What a whirlwind couple of years it's been for Lane Pittman going from The Voice semi-finals to opening up country superstar, Luke Combs Australian tour. Lane sits down with Matty O to talk his single "Amen For The Weekend", reality television and how he used Post Malone covers to gateway his friends into liking country music.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brisbane boys Dean and Sam from Ball Park Music join Matty O in the Triple M Studio's to talk recording their eighth album "Like Love", touring the beautiful regional area's of Australia and playing 13 shows in a week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Melbourne boy Scoot and Chris from The Living End venture into the Homegrown Studios to chat with Matty O about their brand new single "Alfie", whispers of a new album and talk about the hustle behind getting to be Green Day's opening act on tour.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lads Dave and Henry from Old Mervs join Matty O for the first time since Lockdown to chat their Number 1 Australian album, new US tour in July and the jumping on the iconic couch to host Rage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jimmy joins Matty ahead of the release of his brand new album, "Defiant" plus a intimate tour to follow, which see's him go all around the country in June and July!Plus we got some amazing stories - From touring the US with ZZTop to unforgettable video clips with John Farnham and we find out the one Australian song he wish he wrote and why.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Multi-Instrumentalist and Singer/Songwriter Tash Sultana jumps into the Homegrown Studios for a lengthy chat with Matty O about their early beginnings busking on the street, playing band rooms of locals pubs and now collaborating with world famous American hip-hop artists.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Just a couple of months before heading to the UK and Europe, the one and only Paul Kelly joins Matty O in the studio to talk embarking on a National Tour of Australia, the 40th Anniversary of his debut solo album 'Post' and plans for another new album.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What a pleasure it was to welcome Tex Perkins back to the homegrown studios! The Cruel Sea have been busy touring with Cold Chisel late last year and now we have a brand new album "Straight Into The Sun" We go behind the making of the albums and get some of the great all time touring stories with one of our greatest Frontmen ever! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lead singer of the iconic You Am I, Tim Rogers sits down in the studio with Matty O to chat all things rock, the 30th Anniversary of their legendary second album "Hi Fi Way" and what touring was like back in 1995.Order your copy of "Hi Fi Way" 30th Anniversary Vinyl here See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The insanely talented John Butler joins Matty O down the line to take a trip down memory lane , talk making brand new music, learning how songs tell you how they want to be made and the boys chat his brand new single 'Trippin On You'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Matty O as we celebrate one of the most Iconic Australian debut Albums ever, Silverchairs Frogstomp. And who better to tell us all about it then Ben and Chris from the band! We got right back to the start, from the writing, recording, songs that didn't make it and the bands response as they were propelled onto the world stage! It was so great to have the guys in and give the album a listen over the weekend if you haven't already!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joins us for a special performance from one of our favourites - Sam Fisher! He's had an incredible ride so far so to hear some of his story and performance infront of a crowd was a real treat. Check out his new tune "Lovelife" and catch him performing Nationally next monthSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What a buzz it was to welcome our first international band of the year Luke and Hugh from The Kooks! They've been playing shows in Australia since 2008, so it was great to revisit some earlier performances and talk about their New Album on the way!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

it was great to welcome Felix from the Cat Empire back on the show on album release day! It's been a busy 12 months coming straight off a world tour and back into the studio! We do a deep dive into the creative process and life on the road with one of our most loved bands!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We welcome back Mia Wray to Homegrown with some very exciting news, we have a debut album "Hi, It's Nice to Meet me" and we're getting a National Tour! Matty and Mia do a deep dive into the album that was 13 years in the making, from signing with Mushroom and being championed by Michael Gudinski to touring the world and playing some incredible shows, we cannot wait to hear these songs live! All the details are here, miawray.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He's one of the hardest working musicians in the country, so it was a real treat when it was announced that he was hitting the road for a very special run of shows. We'll get two sets, one celebrating his latest release, "The Bootleg Melancholy" album and then a greatest hit set (plenty to choose from there) You can also go into the running to score yourself a fender stat! More details below. www.dieselmusic.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“It's Grand Prix Weekend In Melbourne and LIVE Music is happening everywhere inSouth Melbourne and St Kilda.Live Music Lead Patrick Donovan joins us to tell us about all the FREE events happening in pubs and venues around the city.Band rooms that haven't been active in 20 years will be showcasing amazing original talent just a stones throw away from Albert Park.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We were lucky enough to get a one-on-one chat with the Serg from Kasabian! We spoke to him at his Hotel in the Melbourne CBD ahead of their SOLD OUT Melbourne show. The band have been coming to Aus for nearly 20 years, which we touch on, some of their favourite tours, in the inspiration behind his songwriting and will Matty be able to convert him to follow the Mighty Richmond Tigers!?They'll be Sydney on Saturday night, then off to Brisbane! Details below. https://premier.ticketek.com.au/Shows/Show.aspx?sh=KASAB25 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

She stole our hearts when she burst onto the scene with "Sweet About Me" and since then it's been a wild ride!Gabriella has since relocated to the UK and has been touring Australia with The Corrs and we're getting new music too! You'll also catch her joining some of her idols as part of "ROAR FEST" happening for IWD in Melbourne this weekend. Get all the details here at www.roarfest.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We welcome back one of our dearest friends to the show Jack Parsons, frontman for Melbourne band "The Pretty Littles" who've just released Album #7 today, 'Force;' It's been five years in the making, we dive into the writing/recording of the album, a massive National Tour and the very unique way they're celebrating the big day. Welcome back anytime Jack anSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Triple M Homegrown is kicking off 2025 with an absolute bang, bringing one of Australia's most beloved bands, Spacey Jane, into the spotlight. Host Matty O sits down with Caleb Harper and Kieran Lama to celebrate their highly anticipated upcoming album, If That Makes Sense. In this episode, the band dives deep into the creation of the record, including the inspiration behind their new single, All The Noise. Hear exclusive insights into the writing and recording process with legendary producer Mike Crossey, known for his work with Arctic Monkeys and The 1975. The boys also open up about their life-changing experiences living in the USA, the creative breakthroughs that came with stepping away from Australia, and their excitement to return home after a 14-month hiatus to perform live for their fans. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, South Summit joins Matty O on Triple M Homegrown, diving into their meteoric rise as one of Australia’s most in-demand bands. Fresh off a string of sold-out shows, the band reveals the journey behind their debut album The Bliss—a record that’s already solidified their status as a powerhouse in the Aussie music scene. Matty O chats with the band about the creative process behind the album, the stories that inspired its tracks, and what fans can expect from their upcoming shows in 2024.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Triple M Homegrown with Matty O, we welcome the incredible Ruby Mae, one of Australia’s most exciting rising stars in the music scene. Ruby Mae has had a monumental year, dropping four unforgettable singles that have captured the hearts of fans across the country. She’s also been hitting the road for a massive tour, showcasing her undeniable talent to packed venues and building anticipation for an even bigger 2025. In this episode, Ruby shares exclusive insights into her creative process, the inspiration behind her latest tracks, and what fans can expect from her in the coming year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When two worlds collide, magic happens! In this special crossover episode, Triple M Homegrown's Matty O teams up with Triple M Nights', Dave Gleeson and Thommo, to wrap up what has been an absolutely massive year for music. Get ready for a lively, no-holds-barred chat as these three legends break down the biggest moments in the music world, from iconic live shows and festival highlights to chart-topping albums and surprise hits. They'll also share behind-the-scenes stories from their respective shows, giving you a peek into the world of Australian music broadcasting.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Triple M Homegrown with Matty O, we welcome back one of Australia's most iconic singer-songwriters, Paul Kelly. With an illustrious career spanning decades and 28 albums to his name, Paul sits down to talk about his first studio release in seven years, Fever Longing Still. Discover the inspiration behind this captivating new record, how it came to life in the studio, and the stories that shaped its songs. Paul also gives us a sneak peek into the monumental tour planned for 2025, where he'll bring this new music to fans across the country. Join Matty O for an exclusive look into the life and work of a true Australian legend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this edition of Industry Icons, we welcome all the way from London, the legendary, Korda Marshall. It's an incredible story of a career that started with fetching coffees and clearing out ashtrays to working his way up in the industry to sign and work alongside some of the biggest names in Music! He's responsible for artists Take That, Peter Andre, The Darkness, James Blunt and was hand picked to launch Mushroom in the UK by the late great Michael Gudinksi, strap yourself in for some of the best stories you'll ever hear!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We love upcoming artists and Large Mirage certainly have a lot of people talking.Based out of Sydney, they're already playing some huge shows and generating heaps of hype. They've got an incredible live show and have already been hand picked to Jushare the stage with ARC, The Cosmic Psycho's and are touring the East Coast with The Screaming Jets!Keep up to date here, https://largemirage.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Matty O on Triple M Homegrown as he sits down with Oli and Louis Leimbach of Lime Cordiale to celebrate the huge success of their third studio album, Enough Of The Sweet Talk, which has skyrocketed to Number 1. In this extended interview, the dynamic duo reflects on their journey from their humble beginnings to becoming one of Australia's most beloved bands. Currently in the midst of their biggest headline tour to date, with the iconic Ball Park Music by their side, Lime Cordiale opens up about the thrill of performing live and the bond they've developed with their fans. Hear exclusive stories from life on the road, what it's like to live out their dream collaboration with music legend Colin Hay, and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What a pleasure it was to welcome one of the countries most sought out and respected Musicians, Dan Kelly.  It's an exciting time as we gear up for a new album and tour as we go behind the scenes and hear about the writing process and plans for the tour which are both very exciting. We also chat about some of the amazing Collaborations he's had with his uncle Paul Kelly, plus Bernard Fanning, supporting Bob Dylan and some of the more comical things that happen while being a Musician. We can't wait to have Dan back in a chat soon, below are album/tour details. https://www.facebook.com/login/?next=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fdankellymusic%2FSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Triple M Homegrown, Matty O sits down with Hobart's rising star, Bully Hay, an exciting singer/songwriter with deep musical roots. Growing up in a family immersed in music, Bully developed a passion for songwriting, recording, and performing live. In a major career breakthrough, Bully Hay connected with his idol, Jeff Martin, who not only produced his latest album but is also joining him on stage for an upcoming tour. Tune in to hear about Bully's musical journey, the process behind his latest album, and his upcoming tour with one of his greatest influences. Get ready to discover a new voice in Australian music as we explore Bully Hay's unique sound, inspirations, and what's next in his career.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Matty O on Triple M Homegrown as he sits down with Parkway Drive's legendary frontman, Winston McCall, for an exclusive chat about the band's monumental 20th Anniversary homecoming shows. As one of Australia's most iconic heavy music acts, Parkway Drive is celebrating two decades in the music scene by performing at their biggest venues yet. Winston takes us behind the scenes of the intense preparation that goes into their epic stage productions and massive European festival appearances, and shares what it feels like to play to their fiercely dedicated Australian fans. From the raw energy of the mosh pit to the emotional connection with their audience, this episode offers an inside look at one of Australia's biggest music exports. Whether you're a long-time Parkway Drive fan or new to their music, you won't want to miss this candid conversation with Winston McCall.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Triple M Homegrown, Matty O is joined by Tom and Nick Wolfe of The Wolfe Brothers to dive deep into their incredible musical journey. From humble beginnings, jamming in the back shed of their parents' cherry farm in Longley, Tasmania, to becoming one of Australia's most popular country-rock acts, the Wolfe Brothers have truly lived an extraordinary story. They share how their rise to fame began with a fateful call to be Lee Kernaghan's backing band, propelling them into the spotlight. Now, they're selling out shows across Australia and abroad, and they're just getting started! Tune in for a conversation filled with laughs, memories, and a whole lot of music love. Catch up on their latest news, upcoming tour dates, and future projects as they continue to dominate the music scene. You won't want to miss this exciting interview with two of Australia's finest musicians!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Triple M Homegrown with Matty O, we sit down with Emmy Mack, the electrifying voice behind Sydney's breakout band, Redhook. Known for their energetic sound and relentless rise in the global rock scene, Redhook has taken their music to new heights, sharing stages with legends like Metallica, The Smashing Pumpkins, Jane's Addiction, Amyl and The Sniffers and more! Emmy shares the journey behind their upcoming debut album, dropping this November, and gives us an inside look at their epic August/September tour. Discover what's next for Redhook as we unpack the stories behind the music, from unforgettable tour moments to the creative process behind their latest release.  Tour and album details at weareredhook.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Noodles from The Offspring joined Matty from his Hotel room in Berlin to talk about the bands one-off show in Melbourne in November at The Forum! He'll tell us why these shows are so special, what the European tour schedule has been like and if he could join one Australian Band on stage, who would it be and why? A really fun chat as always, more details on the show here.https://www.destroyalllines.com/tours/the-offspring-alSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Triple M Homegrown, Matty is joined by the incredible King Stingray for an exclusive co-hosted session that you won't want to miss. Hailing from the Northern Territory, King Stingray has swiftly become one of Australia's most promising and influential bands, captivating audiences globally with their unique sound and electrifying live performances. King Stingray's debut self-titled album set the music world ablaze, earning rave reviews and establishing the band as a must-see act. Now, they're back with their highly anticipated new album, "For The Dreams," set to release on November 8th. In this episode, we dive deep into the creative process behind the album, exploring the writing, recording, and production stages that brought this masterpiece to life. But that's not all—we also get an inside look at life on the road with King Stingray, with the band sharing personal stories and insights that fans are sure to love. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to the King Stingray experience, this episode offers a front-row seat to one of Australia's most exciting musical journeys.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We welcomed Kate Gudinski to Homegrown HQ  whos hosts THE 5-part LISTNR special 'GUDINSKI' that tells a new side of her Dad's story of the late music mogul, Michael Gudinski. We dive into the making, the response, Michaels legacy and what it was like growing up Mushroom!From family dinners with Sting and Billy Joel, to touring with The Rolling Stones, Kate unpacks the doco and what is an incredible Australian story.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brad Cox is back with his "Everything I've Got Tour" which kicks off in October. It's been a big couple of years since the release of his acclaimed album "Acres" which has seen him play Festivals, Sell- Out shows and build a loyal fan base, (not to mention some incredible Merch)He's playing his biggest shows ever around the country with an electric live show ready to go with support acts that could change the way bands tour moving forward!Check out his full list of dates below.https://www.iambradcox.com/showsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

They say good things come in 3's, so we thought we'd get one of the countries great front men Mr. Phil Jamieson, from Grinspoon to shed some light on their new Single/Album and MASSIVE 45 Date National Tour. We dive into the writing and recording process  and working with super producer, Holy Holy's very own Oscar Dawson. We also get some incredible stories from the road, from those early tours supporting The Screaming Jets, outrageous requests on their first record contract, pre- gig rituals and sharing the stage with some of the worlds biggest acts! Sit back and enjoy Matty's chat with Phil. Click below for all of the Album and Tour details.https://grinspoon.com.au/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.