Podcasts about australian music

The whole city is celebrating after a mammoth weekend as Sam and Max bring some fresh tunes to the show. Then, they dive into the return of one of Australia's most beloved bands, tours from two enormous artists, and the ARIA Awards nominations, and finally get into the eye of the beholder with some beautiful music.Follow along with the songs we discuss in this week's Spotify Playlist.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.Watch episodes on our YouTube channel and don't forget to like and subscribe.

On this episode of Out Loud Queer Creatives Podcast, we're joined by Australian music artist JORJ for a conversation about her latest song, “Nothing Feels the Same.”JORJ talks about the inspiration behind the new track, her creative journey, and what it's like building a career within Australia's music industry. We discuss the opportunities and challenges facing emerging artists, the changing music landscape, and the growing impact of artificial intelligence on music creation, performance, and the industry as a whole.Alongside the interview, we hear music from JORJ and explore more new releases from queer artists around the world.This episode features new music from Al Coffey, Anthony Ciulla, Carl Bumgarner, Jeffrey Chan, Kristóf Hajós, Jesse Blake Rundle, LA Laura Paris, LES SHIRLEY, Lily Barek, MADELINE, and Robbie Mautner.It's a global celebration of queer music, creativity, and connection, with thoughtful conversation and fresh sounds from artists pushing music in exciting new directions. Tune in and get Out Loud with JORJ.Follow JORJ on Instagram.⚡️CONNECT WITH THE Q⚡️ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.curatedbyq.com ⚡️⁠⁠⁠⁠Email: TheQ@CuratedByQ.com ⚡️FB/Instagram/TikTok @theqreviews ⚡️YouTube.com/@QCreativeNetwork⚡️Apparel Shop ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://qreview.threadless.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⚡️Theme Music provided and performed by UK DJ and producer Hectic @hectictracks on Instagram⚡️

Time to get your dancing shoes on, because Sam is reviewing the debut album from one of Brisbane's best producer sons (or Lil' Jethro, as Sam labels him). How will our resident emo boy go with all that groove?Relisten to "It's Franky Baby!" on Spotify and Apple Music.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.Watch episodes on our YouTube channel and don't forget to like and subscribe.

Iconic Australian musician, actor, youth advocate and charity ambassador Angry Anderson has died at the age of 79.Angry spent 50 years in the music industry with his legendary rock band, Rose Tattoo, and the band was due to return to the stage this month for another Australian tour.But Angry was much more than a raging rock n' roll animal.He was an incurable romantic, despite his violent childhood in Melbourne. He was a loyal, devoted father of four, and Angry was always a friend to the little guy.You can read more about Angry Anderson's remarkable life at the ABC News website.Originally broadcast in January 2007.Angry's youngest son, Liam Anderson, died in 2018.This episode of Conversations explores Australian music, celebrity deaths, cardiac arrest, Obituaries, fatherhood, childhood abuse, pub rock, Countdown, musical controversies, Sharpies, modern fatherhood, substance abuse, television, Australian television, Kylie Minogue, Neighbours, Ray Martin, politics, Australian icons, Australian legends, Australian kitsch, RIP Angry Anderson.To binge even more great episodes of the Conversations podcast with Richard Fidler and Sarah Kanowski go the ABC listen app (Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts. There you'll find hundreds of the best thought-provoking interviews with authors, writers, artists, politicians, psychologists, musicians, and celebrities.

Max and Sam catch up at Quivr bar with Brisbane faves Bugs ahead of the first night of the final two-show run to chat about their latest album "Head Noise". They cover some surprisingly horny lyrics, which Nickelodeon character led to some sexual awakenings, and find out which track the band is most proud of Jordan's performance on.Connect with Bugs on Instagram and TikTok, and listen to their latest album,  "Head Noise" on Spotify and Apple Music.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.Watch episodes on our YouTube channel and don't forget to like and subscribe.

Big news for Max this week, but that's all put aside to dig through new music. Then new tours and cancellations are revealing a lot about the state of the Australian live industry, while young fans are getting a boost from discounts from some of the most iconic festivals. Finally, Sam unzips the suitcase to showcase his new love of electronic music, and Sam and Max build their ultimate shows right now.Follow along with all the songs we discuss in this week's Spotify Playlist.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.Watch episodes on our YouTube channel and don't forget to like and subscribe.

It's the music between the notes as Max reviews Shady Nasty's "Trek" in this week's Vinyl Club. The band is known to be divisive and listeners either get it or they don't, but does make have enough Scrabble-winning words to properly explain his thoughts?Relisten to "Trek" on Spotify and Apple Music.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.Watch episodes on our YouTube channel and don't forget to like and subscribe.

Sam and Max nail Italian restaurant orders, unmask an already unmasked band, and add plenty of crass jokes as they navigate their favourite new music for the week. Then, it's jam-packed with the ghosts of gigs past, present and future in the news. Finally Sam maroons Max and goes to the florist.Follow along with the song we discuss with this week's Spotify Playlist.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.Watch episodes on our YouTube channel and don't forget to like and subscribe.

Between all the new bands, Sam and Max caught up with Brenton and Tyson from the Breaking Through Podcast to record a quick back-to-back double episode. In this version, they each bring a few artists that listeners need to add to their playlists right now, cover what they think the biggest genres of the next decade will be, and unpack the term "urethral".Connect with the Breaking Through Podcast on Instagram and TikTok, and listen to the counterpart episode on their podcast feeds on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.Watch episodes on our YouTube channel and don't forget to like and subscribe.

In our final interview from Bigsound, Max sits down with Adelaide hardcore band Win Big. They dive deep on which Militarie Gun album takes the gold medal, How the band have opened up writing with new members, and get a live rendition of their only sample.Connect with Win Big on Instagram, and listen back to their debut record "Feelings on Tick" on Spotify and Apple Music.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.Watch episodes on our YouTube channel and don't forget to like and subscribe.

Sitting down for their first ever interview, Sam chats with Ella and Will from Adelaide band Blinder. They cover the big range of sounds in their first EP, how the band came together from different musical projects, and why pop music might be alternative's biggest secret weapon.Connect with Blinder on Instagram and TikTok, and listen to their debut EP "low-res" on Spotify and Apple Music.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.Watch episodes on our YouTube channel and don't forget to like and subscribe.

It's episode 250 (if you ignore the other 300+ pieces of content that have dropped on the feed, so the boys are celebrating with a nearly completely usual episode. After some fresh new tunes, they talk about Radiohead's mammoth tour run, an iconic Queensland band returning, and breakdown the week that was at Bigsound. Then, we open up the DMs to see the artists that listeners submitted!Follow along with the songs we discuss with this week's Spotify Playlist.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.Watch episodes on our YouTube channel and don't forget to like and subscribe.

Pipeman sits down with Cam and Mark from the Australian rock band Jet at Rocklahoma. The conversation unfolds into lively banter about cultural quirks, Australia versus the US music scenes, wildlife, legendary concerts, and memorable touring stories. The band reflects on their return to music, inspired by an invitation from Bruce Springsteen, and their experiences both on- and off-stage.Main Topics CoveredJet's first impressions of Rocklahoma and OklahomaAustralian landscapes and underground homes in Coober PedySurfing culture, terminology differences, and where Jet's members grew upComparison of music scenes between Australia and the USThe evolving nature of the industry: A&R reps, streaming, and festival circuitsEncounters with wildlife: sharks, spiders, crocodiles, and the infamous koala factJet's history and relationship with Bruce SpringsteenTouring experiences and standout venuesInteractions with fans, celebrity encounters, and festival lifeHow to connect with Jet onlineKey Discussions & StoriesAustralian vs. American Life & LingoThe vast differences in landscape between Australia and the US, with both sharing a sense of expansive, wild spaces (00:39).The unique underground homes in Coober Pedy, built to escape the intense heat, and accidental opal mining while expanding houses (01:24).Surf culture: local brands like Rip Curl, differences in terminology such as “grommet” for young surfers, and how meanings differ between countries (02:02, 02:31).Music Scene ReflectionsBeing part of the fabric of Australian rock, including Jet's place in the Australian Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (02:59).The warm, ongoing relationship and success Jet has experienced playing in the US with platinum records and festival circuits (03:14).Modern music industry changes: more direct-to-fan interaction vs. old-school A&R “gatekeeping” (04:12), and both the pros and cons of streaming platforms like Spotify (04:30).Noting the explosion of Australian bands playing US festivals, and the signature Australian rock sound—mention of Amyl and the Sniffers and King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard having bigger followings in the US than home (03:36, 04:07).Wildlife EncountersPipeman and the band exchange hair-raising stories about sharks and dangerous animals in both Florida and Australia (06:08, 06:13).Discussion on the Australian redback and US black widow spiders, and the camaraderie of living in regions with “all the poisonous shit” (06:10, 06:13).Notable, humorous digression about koalas having chlamydia, their odd sounds, and the myth versus reality of Australian wildlife (09:20).Legendary Concerts & Jet's HistoryDetailed story about how Bruce Springsteen's invitation was the catalyst for Jet's reunion (12:08).What it's like touring with “the Boss,” meeting E Street Band members, and experiencing the family-like treatment backstage (13:19).The legendary Asbury Park venue in New Jersey, Springsteen's cultural influence, and personal touring anecdotes (11:23, 11:36).Touring & Festival LifeJet's route post-Rocklahoma: upcoming gigs in St. Louis and Kansas City, excitement about exploring new cities (10:00).The realities of festival life: long days, lack of sleep and food, and the thrill of performing for fans (15:32, 15:59).Notable Quotes“Australia is our home country, so there's always a certain amount of ownership that the people have over you there…we're part of the fabric, you know.” (02:59)“We didn't see a lot of [Bruce] because it was the end of the world tour…every day you'd see teams of physios, massage tables…just people to get him through.” (13:03)“You could tell why he basically had to be carried off stage every night.” (12:50)“When the boss— and I say the boss as in the boss— is a nice guy or a nice person, it filters down and the whole crew are kind, you know. And they were super kind to us.” (13:41)“People think [koalas] are cute, but if you ever hear one in the wild, horn dogs. They make some awful sounds.” (09:42)Resources & Links MentionedJet's Official Site:www.jetofficial.com (15:25)Instagram: @jet.theband (15:18)Connect with JetVisit www.jetofficial.com for tour dates, music, and social media links (15:25).Additional NotesThe episode closes with appreciation for jet-set festival life, the allure of American audiences, and gratitude for kindness between artists and fans.For more interviews and stories, stay tuned to Adventures of Pipeman on W4CY Radio.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-adventures-of-pipeman--941822/support.Click Here to Subscribe for PERKS, BONUS Content & FREE GIVEWAYS!Follow @pipemanradio on all socials & Pipeman Radio Requests & Info at www.linktr.ee/pipemanradioStream The Adventures of Pipeman daily & live Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays at 1PM ET on W4CY Radio & Talk 4 TV. Download, Rate & Review the Podcast at The Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman Radio, Talk 4 Media, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & All Podcast Apps.

Pipeman sits down with Cam and Mark from the Australian rock band Jet at Rocklahoma. The conversation unfolds into lively banter about cultural quirks, Australia versus the US music scenes, wildlife, legendary concerts, and memorable touring stories. The band reflects on their return to music, inspired by an invitation from Bruce Springsteen, and their experiences both on- and off-stage.Main Topics CoveredJet's first impressions of Rocklahoma and OklahomaAustralian landscapes and underground homes in Coober PedySurfing culture, terminology differences, and where Jet's members grew upComparison of music scenes between Australia and the USThe evolving nature of the industry: A&R reps, streaming, and festival circuitsEncounters with wildlife: sharks, spiders, crocodiles, and the infamous koala factJet's history and relationship with Bruce SpringsteenTouring experiences and standout venuesInteractions with fans, celebrity encounters, and festival lifeHow to connect with Jet onlineKey Discussions & StoriesAustralian vs. American Life & LingoThe vast differences in landscape between Australia and the US, with both sharing a sense of expansive, wild spaces (00:39).The unique underground homes in Coober Pedy, built to escape the intense heat, and accidental opal mining while expanding houses (01:24).Surf culture: local brands like Rip Curl, differences in terminology such as “grommet” for young surfers, and how meanings differ between countries (02:02, 02:31).Music Scene ReflectionsBeing part of the fabric of Australian rock, including Jet's place in the Australian Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (02:59).The warm, ongoing relationship and success Jet has experienced playing in the US with platinum records and festival circuits (03:14).Modern music industry changes: more direct-to-fan interaction vs. old-school A&R “gatekeeping” (04:12), and both the pros and cons of streaming platforms like Spotify (04:30).Noting the explosion of Australian bands playing US festivals, and the signature Australian rock sound—mention of Amyl and the Sniffers and King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard having bigger followings in the US than home (03:36, 04:07).Wildlife EncountersPipeman and the band exchange hair-raising stories about sharks and dangerous animals in both Florida and Australia (06:08, 06:13).Discussion on the Australian redback and US black widow spiders, and the camaraderie of living in regions with “all the poisonous shit” (06:10, 06:13).Notable, humorous digression about koalas having chlamydia, their odd sounds, and the myth versus reality of Australian wildlife (09:20).Legendary Concerts & Jet's HistoryDetailed story about how Bruce Springsteen's invitation was the catalyst for Jet's reunion (12:08).What it's like touring with “the Boss,” meeting E Street Band members, and experiencing the family-like treatment backstage (13:19).The legendary Asbury Park venue in New Jersey, Springsteen's cultural influence, and personal touring anecdotes (11:23, 11:36).Touring & Festival LifeJet's route post-Rocklahoma: upcoming gigs in St. Louis and Kansas City, excitement about exploring new cities (10:00).The realities of festival life: long days, lack of sleep and food, and the thrill of performing for fans (15:32, 15:59).Notable Quotes“Australia is our home country, so there's always a certain amount of ownership that the people have over you there…we're part of the fabric, you know.” (02:59)“We didn't see a lot of [Bruce] because it was the end of the world tour…every day you'd see teams of physios, massage tables…just people to get him through.” (13:03)“You could tell why he basically had to be carried off stage every night.” (12:50)“When the boss— and I say the boss as in the boss— is a nice guy or a nice person, it filters down and the whole crew are kind, you know. And they were super kind to us.” (13:41)“People think [koalas] are cute, but if you ever hear one in the wild, horn dogs. They make some awful sounds.” (09:42)Resources & Links MentionedJet's Official Site:www.jetofficial.com (15:25)Instagram: @jet.theband (15:18)Connect with JetVisit www.jetofficial.com for tour dates, music, and social media links (15:25).Additional NotesThe episode closes with appreciation for jet-set festival life, the allure of American audiences, and gratitude for kindness between artists and fans.For more interviews and stories, stay tuned to Adventures of Pipeman on W4CY Radio.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pipeman-in-the-pit--2287932/support.Click Here to Subscribe for PERKS, BONUS Content & FREE GIVEWAYS!Follow @pipemanradio on all socials &  Pipeman Radio Requests & Info at www.linktr.ee/pipemanradioStream The Adventures of Pipeman daily & live Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays at 1PM ET on W4CY Radio & Talk 4 TV. Download, Rate & Review the Podcast at The Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman Radio, Talk 4 Media, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & All Podcast Apps.

Sam and Max are out and about at Bigsound this week, but that doesn't mean they can't bring you their regular updates with new music from across the genre spread. Then, it's good news for pop music fans, bad news for country music fans, and excellent for Australian human music fans. Finally, they close out with some more shoe/nu-gaze and a shout out to one of Australia's least talked about scenes.Follow along with the songs we discuss with this week's Spotify playlist.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.Watch episodes on our YouTube channel and don't forget to like and subscribe.

Their brand new album has just hit #1 on the ARIA charts (presumably because of our interview), but now Sam is reviewing the latest album from DMA's, as well as some of the formative songs that led to its creation. How does it hold up?Relisten to DMA's self-titled on Spotify and Apple Music.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.Watch episodes on our YouTube channel and don't forget to like and subscribe.

Sam and Max muddle their way through the new music of the week before they finally find their stride. They're chatting some tragic news from a friend of the show, big new tour announcements (that we might have ruined), and then predicting Laneway's line up. Then, we own up to bands we like more than we should, and the ones we know less than we should.Follow along with the songs we discuss with this week's Spotify Playlist.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.Watch episodes on our YouTube channel and don't forget to like and subscribe.

Sam and Max are tucked away in a new studio set up, with new cameras, and a new longer time spent in the editing booth. After blazing through new music, they cover some proud friend moments, two regional gigs, and Sam's new discovery in the sad girl indie music canon. Then, a family tree of Nu-Gaze, and planning for the 2032 Olympics.Follow along with the songs we discuss with this week's Spotify Playlist.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.Watch episodes on our YouTube channel and don't forget to like and subscribe.

Sam's reviewing the new album from an artist that he's previously aired his concerns with. Will he be continuing down the line, or changing his tune?Relisten to "A Love for Strangers" on Spotify and Apple Music.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.Watch episodes on our YouTube channel and don't forget to like and subscribe.

Guitarist and engineer Josie Scott battled crippling gender dysphoria for decades before finally deciding to live openly as a trans woman in her 60s.In 1984 in Adelaide, two brothers formed a pioneering alternative rock band called The Mark of Cain.They wanted to make music that was heavy and intense with lyrics about war, and death, and being misunderstood.Over the years the band gained an international following and plenty of fans at home in Australia.Earlier this year, one of the band's two founders, Josie Scott, announced on the band's website that she was a trans woman.At the age of 63, Josie wrote that she had finally decided to 'embrace rather than endure who she is'.And her decision to go public with her story was met with a huge and loving response from fans of the band.Help and support is always availableCall QLife on 1800 184 527 for LGBTIQA+ peer supportLifeline is available on 13 11 14 for 24/7 crisis supportKids Helpline on 1800 551 800 is available for young people aged 5 to 25. This episode was produced by Jen Leake and the Executive Producer is Nicola Harrison.It explores gender identity, music, Australian music, living authentically, transgender issues, male to female transition, drug abuse, substance abuse, addiction issues, romance, love, relationships, mother child relationships, heavy metal, Adelaide's music scene.To binge even more great episodes of the Conversations podcast with Richard Fidler and Sarah Kanowski go the ABC listen app (Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts. There you'll find hundreds of the best thought-provoking interviews with authors, writers, artists, politicians, psychologists, musicians, and celebrities.

It's pandemonium, as Sam and Max blast through the new music this week before launching into a massive round-up of festival news. Surprise sell-outs, the return of an old favourite to a local haunt, and of course, the Good Things line up. Plus, how have Good Charlotte ruined music this time?Follow along with the songs we discuss in this week's Spotify Playlist.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.Watch episodes on our YouTube channel and don't forget to like and subscribe.

Dialling in from the U.S. as they record some new material, Sam catches up with Melbourne band Wayside. They cover how Will Yip's production has pushed their songwriting, how they were celebrating America's 250 with Christina Aguilera, and all about their expert strategy to play it cool around Keanu Reeves.Connect with Wayside on Instagram and TikTok, and listen to their latest single, "Invisible Strings" on Spotify and Apple Music.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.Watch episodes on our YouTube channel and don't forget to like and subscribe.

Classic Australian song, I'll Be Gone, is being turned into a movie. A reflection on a era and the story behind the track. 

After burning through some new tracks, Sam and Max chat through the new line-up for Thy Art is Murder (and connect them to Kevin Bacon), remember a fallen hero of the show, and stick it to the man by looking at the government's new late-night laws. Then they reintroduce themselves by a look back at their most formative bands.Follow along with the songs we discuss with this week's Spotify Playlist.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.Watch episodes on our YouTube channel and don't forget to like and subscribe.

Amy Shark doesn't know how ended up here. Before the ARIA Awards, the platinum records and sold-out tours, there were years of cover gigs, day jobs, rejected demos and wondering whether it was finally time to give up. She came within days of walking away from music altogether before one song, Adore, changed everything. In this episode of No Filter, Amy joins Kate Langbroek for a deeply personal conversation about the fifteen years it took to become an 'overnight success', why she believes the universe had other plans for her, and what fame actually looks like once you've achieved everything you thought you wanted. She talks about growing up on the Gold Coast with young parents, the grandmother who believed in her before anyone else did, falling in love with her husband and manager Shane, navigating marriage inside the music industry, and the burnout that left her feeling as though she had nothing left to give. Amy also reflects on finding joy in songwriting again, making her fourth album Soft Pop, and why she's finally learnt that success isn't about constantly chasing the next milestone. This is a conversation about perseverance, creativity, love, grief and what happens when the dream you've spent your whole life chasing finally comes true. Amy Shark's new album Soft Pop is out now. Want to listen before everyone else? Mamamia subscribers get exclusive early access to No Filter from 6am every Saturday, a full two days before regular listeners. Click here to subscribe now. What To Listen To Next: Listen: Everyone's Talking About Rosie O'Donnell. This Conversation Explains Why Listen: Dave 'Hughesy' Hughes: "I Have Been a Narcissist Most of My Life" Listen: Bek Condello Was Born Into A Cult. Escaping Was The Easy Part Listen: Harrison James: What Every Parent Should Know About Grooming Listen: Jessica Rowe On The Brutal Public Humiliation That Changed Her Forever Listen: Esther Perel: When You Choose Your Partner and Lose Your Family Listen: Georgie Tunny & Rob Mills: The Marriage And Baby Conversation Everyone Keeps Asking About You can now watch our show in full length video on the Apple Podcast app - make sure your phone is up to date and we can't wait for you to see. CLICK HERE. Get access to Very Peri, Mamamia's exclusive perimenopause series, for just $59. 25 world-leading experts, over 20 on-demand sessions, available now. We’ve sorted through the noise so you don't have to. Go to veryperi.com.au and join me today. You hot? Same. Buy today and save 40% Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here. Watch No Filter on YouTube. Follow us on Instagram here. Follow us on TikTok here. Feedback: podcast@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message, and one of our Podcast Producers will get back to you ASAP. Rate or review us on Apple by clicking on the three dots in the top right-hand corner, click Go To Show then scroll down to the bottom of the page, click on the stars at the bottom and write a review. CREDITS: Guest: Amy Shark Host: Kate Langbroek Executive Producer: Bree Player Audio and Video Producer: Julian Rosario Content and Social Producer: Jess Chan Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land on which we have recorded this podcast. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Suggest an interview for Cheryl Lee or let us know who your favorite interviewee is so farJoin Cheryl Lee - That Radio Chick on STILL ROCKIN' IT for news, reviews, music and interviews with some of our favourite Australian musiciansTwo voices you already trust sound even bigger when they share the same stage. We're back in the Zoom room with Ian Moss and Troy Cassar-Daley to unpack what keeps their Together Alone shows feeling fresh, funny, and genuinely human, even after years of touring. From the first minute, we're talking real-life touring decisions: why more dates got added, how fans in capital cities made sure they weren't left out, and what it's like returning to venues that leave a mark. We also get into the stuff music lovers really want to know, like how they choose which songs become duets and why the best moments often happen without a master plan. Their VIP experience is built around a true “behind the scenes” pass: pre-show soundcheck, songs you won't hear later that night, and a close-up look at how two seasoned performers shape the set list in real time. If you've ever wondered how acoustic tours stay exciting, this is the answer: great songs first, then trust, then the stories that glue the whole night together. There's a major release on the horizon too: Together Alone, recorded live at the Ulumbarra Theatre, a venue with the unforgettable history of being the former Bendigo Jail. We talk about capturing that atmosphere on a live album, the return of CDs, and why vinyl is more than a trend when fans want something tangible. Plus, we preview the festival side of their year, including Deni Ute Muster and Savannah In The Round, where the acoustic vibe flips into full electric energy, and we spotlight the community fundraising that makes these events matter. If you love Australian music, hit play, share this with a mate who never misses a gig, and then subscribe and leave us a review so more listeners can find the show. What song would you want Ian and Troy to duet next?What's are Mossy and Troy up to at the moment?  Let's find outGet out when you can, support local music and I'll see you down the front!!Visit:  ThatRadioChick.com.au

The recording gets off to a bold start as Sam debut's a fresh fashion statement, but then he and Max go all-in for some delicious new hits. Then, with some of the big Summer festivals are dropping teasers, they cover who might be playing before tucking into a chat about Australia's other national pastime. Finally, it's time to celebrate our own little Sam as he gets a little less little.Follow along with with the songs we discuss in this week's Spotify Playlist.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.Watch episodes on our YouTube channel and don't forget to like and subscribe.

Off the back of another early-00s banger, Sam is reviewing Wolfmother's debut self-titled record. With songs that made the big time, and some that... didn't, it's a mixed bag, but what will Sam make of it?Relisten to Wolfmother's self-titled debut on Spotify and Apple Music.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.Watch episodes on our YouTube channel and don't forget to like and subscribe.

Backstage at the Brisbane leg of their tour, Sam catches up with Zaya and Fynn from South Summit. They cover how the band ensure that everyone's personal taste gets a run in their recording process, why some of these songs are sneaking in from old sessions, and why they're big in Germany.Connect with South Summit on Instagram and TikTok, and listen to their latest album, "Run It Back" on Spotify and Apple Music.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.Watch episodes on our YouTube channel and don't forget to like and subscribe.

After some fresh tunes, Sam and Max run through a stack of new tours, including one that Sam is labelling "2027's sexiest tour". Then they're taking on a quick and easy solution to the ethics of A.I. in music, before opening up the DMs to hear the tracks that listeners have asked them to review.Follow along with the songs we discuss with this week's Spotify Playlist.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.Watch episodes on our YouTube channel and don't forget to like and subscribe.

Ahead of the Australian tour and upcoming album, Sam and Max dial in with Campbell from Vacations. They cover how a 60s icon inspired their new material, why Newcastle feels a little unfamiliar these days, and why American beers need a bit of work.Connect with Vacations on Instagram and TikTok, and listen to their latest single "I See Myself in You" on Spotify and Apple Music. Purchase tickets to their Australian tour at their website.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.Watch episodes on our YouTube channel and don't forget to like and subscribe.

Max is on an all-BIGSOUND new music mix, up against plenty of heft from Sam, followed by news about Sam's big upcoming footy game, and festivals starting while others are fallowing. Then it's a long discussion on the end of physical media in gaming while vinyl cracks the billion-dollar mark for the first time in over forty years. Finally, shouting out some bands that people are sleeping on way too hard.Follow along with the songs we discuss (and score some bonus tracks) with this week's Spotify Playlist.Get tickets to see the Reclink Community Cup in Brisbane.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.Watch episodes on our YouTube channel and don't forget to like and subscribe.

Sam and Max are going heavier than usual for this week's new music, but with a little dusting of other tracks to keep it grounded. Then it's a tour round up with the comeback of one of Australia's most beloved bands, Yours and Owls Festival, and some country. Finally, with Grand Theft Auto VI on the horizon, we want to shout out some songs and stations we want to hear on the game's radio.Follow along with the songs we discuss on this week's Spotify Playlist.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.Watch episodes on our YouTube channel and don't forget to like and subscribe.

After a length intro diving into one of the 00's biggest artists, Sam and Max get stuck into plenty of new tunes. A short news piece and live review later, then it's all about the albums that are aiming to be our album of the year contenders and our favourite new discoveries of 2026.Listen to the songs we discuss in this week's Spotify playlist.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.Watch episodes on our YouTube channel and don't forget to like and subscribe.

Sam's on double shift this week as he reviews not one disc but two, across Blink-182's 2012 EP, and Felony.'s 2025 release. Which will take the crown of comparison, and is there anything that links them together?Relisten to "Dogs Eating Dogs" on Spotify and Apple Music.Relisten to "Midnight Money" on Spotify and Apple Music.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.Watch episodes on our YouTube channel and don't forget to like and subscribe.

Chaos ensues during a weird edition of something new, before Sam struggles to hold it together through some tragic news. Then, it's a look back at the rowdiest crowds at Virtues and Matt Corby gigs, and finally we look ahead to Bigsound and Rolling Sets to see who's playing the live shows.Listen along to the songs we discuss with this week's Spotify Playlist.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.Watch episodes on our YouTube channel and don't forget to like and subscribe.

The Australian music industry is in crisis, but it wasn't always that way. In the 1990s and early 2000s, a healthy number of Aussie artists were making it to the charts. Now, local musicians are struggling to get air time and to earn a living making music. Nour Haydar speaks to culture editor Steph Harmon and data journalist Josh Nicholas about why Australian music is disappearing from the charts and what needs to be done to revive the industry

In new music this week, there's indie dream pop, funky dance music, local heavy metal and then, controversially, a song that Sam's on the fence about. Then it's a tour wrap with two huge sounds at the opposite end of the spectrum, and then a deep dive into an all-important topic: how long should an album be?Listen to the songs we discuss with this week's Spotify Playlist.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.Watch episodes on our YouTube channel and don't forget to like and subscribe.

Dan Rankine (aka 'trials') was the only little Aboriginal boy living in his rural Welsh village when he woke up shaking from a nightmare. That's when he and his mother knew they needed to go home to Adelaide.Dan is now one of Australia's most respected hip hop producers, writers and rappers.Born in Adelaide, Dan spent his early years on the other side of the world - in the rolling, green hills of rural Wales - with his mum, who had fled there from Dan's violent father in the middle of the night.Far from his Ngarrindjeri connections, and with no one around who looked like him, Dan felt isolated.After an unexplained nightmare, he and his mum decided to move back to Adelaide, where things didn't suddenly become perfect.But a car crash, which could have been tragic, became an incredible turning point in Dan's life, allowing him to buy his first set of turntables.And at 16 years old, Dad set himself on the path to becoming 'trials', performing, writing and producing with and for artists like the Funkoars, Hilltop Hoods, Archie Roach and A.B. Original.Dan has recently stepped out on his own, to release his debut solo album Hendle - something of an origin story, full of honesty, pain and passion.Hendle is out now. Dan is set to publish an accompanying memoir later this year.Keep up to date with Dan's music, art and tour dates at on his Instagram page.This episode of Conversations was produced by Meggie Morris. Executive Producer was Eliza Kirsch.It explores First Nations excellence, substance abuse, family violence, domestic violence, cultural education, blended families, Briggs, Paul Kelly, Gurrumul, childhood trauma, art, expression, alcoholism, fatherhood, love, grief, estrangement, Australian hip-hop, Dune Rats, DZ Deathrays, TV and film soundtrack, systemic racism, justice system, violent crime, art as therapy, painting, memoir, writing, book, sobriety, poetry, Dan Sultan, triple J, Reclaim Australia, Aus Music Month, how to write songs, dark humour, growing up, becoming a man, journalling, self improvement, metaphysical, the Dreaming, belonging, prison, incarceration, beats, NWA, Wu Tang Clan.To binge even more great episodes of the Conversations podcast with Richard Fidler and Sarah Kanowski go the ABC listen app (Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts. There you'll find hundreds of the best thought-provoking interviews with authors, writers, artists, politicians, psychologists, musicians, and celebrities.

Light-on for news this week, as Sam and Max dive into some big names coming to your screens and your stages with the ARIA awards and Night At the Parklands, before going deep into some bands that we feel like don't get enough love.Listen along to the songs we discuss with this week's Spotify Playlist.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.Watch episodes on our YouTube channel and don't forget to like and subscribe.

At the local leg of their 10th Anniversary tour of Opera Oblivia, Sam catches up with Hellions. The cover how there's influences from the '50s and '60s on the record, how their friendship put new music on the map, and how they brought the fun element back to the band.Connect with Hellions on Instagram and TikTok, and relisten to "Opera Oblivia" on Spotify and Apple Music.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.Watch episodes on our YouTube channel and don't forget to like and subscribe.

The show is on holidays as Sam and Max jump into another studio, but that doesn't stop them serving up big new hits, shouting out an iconic Brisbane venue that's opening it's doors to the scene, and then run through another huge pile of acts that are heading to town.Follow along with the songs we discuss in this week's Spotify Playlist. Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.Watch episodes on our YouTube channel and don't forget to like and subscribe.

During the huge 10 anniversary tour of "If This Is All We're Going to Be", Max dials in with Tyler, front man of Luca Brasi. They cover how the record was almost re-produced to be heavier and thrashier, what it's like bringing back tracks that haven't been in the setlist for years, and how they've banked a crowd for the 20th Anniversary.Connect with Luca Brasi on Facebook and Instagram, and listen back to "If This is All We're Going to Be" on Spotify and Apple Music. Get tickets to the remaining dates on their anniversary tour at their website.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.Watch episodes on our YouTube channel and don't forget to like and subscribe.

Sam is reviewing the second record from Baker Boy, and, following our recent interview with him, we investigate why he's letting himself into "Baker Man". Across a range of genres, he's telling an incredible story, but how does the album come together as a single record?Relisten to "Djandjay" on Spotify and Apple Music.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.Watch episodes on our YouTube channel and don't forget to like and subscribe.

A new week, a new slate of bangers as Sam and Max get into dance metal, melancholy hyper pop, and just good ol' fashioned pop punk in this week's fresh tracks. Then they dive into Sam's huge weekend of gigs, as well as dissecting the phenomenon of "blue dot fever". Finally, it's getting vulnerable with our all-time listening stats.Follow along with the songs we discuss with this wee's Spotify Playlist. Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.Watch episodes on our YouTube channel and don't forget to like and subscribe.

Sam and Max double-up for a sit down with The Terrys as they wrap their Groovin' the Moo coverage. In a loose and wide-ranging chat, they cover how the band reintroduced themselves, Cam's special working relationship with Jasmine, and why the next album might be a little later than expected.Connect with The Terrys on Instagram and TikTok, and relisten to the deluxe version of The Terrys self-titled album on Spotify and Apple Music.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.Watch episodes on our YouTube channel and don't forget to like and subscribe.

Maple of Maple's Pet Dinosaur joins Sam for a chat straight off the back of their huge Groovin' the Moo set. They chat about a mutual love for a 90s mainstay, what direction Maple's upcoming EP is going to head in, and whether some overseas trips might be on the cards.Connect with Maple's Pet Dinosaur on Instagram and TikTok, and listen back to their viral hit "Lego" on Spotify and Apple Music.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.Watch episodes on our YouTube channel and don't forget to like and subscribe.

We're back at Groovin' the Moo, this time with Max chatting to local legends, The Colliflowers. They cover their latest single "Reruns", how they get inspired by bands outside their genre, and why festivals returning is only the beginning for the Northern Rivers.Connect with The Colliflowers on Instagram and TikTok, and listen to their latest single "Reruns" on Spotify and Apple Music.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.Watch episodes on our YouTube channel and don't forget to like and subscribe.

Fresh off stage after his set at Groovin' the Moo, Sam sits down with Baker Boy. They chat about how he translated his vulnerability into a huge, hard hitting album, how to give dance and party tracks real meaning, and why his family keep calling him about an L.A. rap icon.Connect with Baker Boy on Instagram and TikTok, and relisten to his most recent record, "Djandjay" on Spotify and Apple Music.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.Watch episodes on our YouTube channel and don't forget to like and subscribe.

For 45 years, George Palmer harboured a secret. He spent every spare moment composing classical music, and then shoving his scores in his bottom drawer. Until one day, almost by pure chance, that music saw the light of day.As a young man, George had dreams of becoming a renowned classical music composer, but when he walked into university, he didn't feel like he belonged in the music department.George left after his first week, and followed a school friend into the law department.At first, George was not inspired by the law, but he ended up falling in love with the human side of the justice system.For the next 45 years, he climbed the ranks from barrister, to Queen's Counsel, and finally to judge in the NSW Supreme Court, where he had ultimate responsibility for all adoptions in the state.But through all those years in public life, George had a secret "vice".Every spare moment he had was spent at his piano, scribbling down choral works and orchestral scores that he never intended anyone to see or hear.He never spoke about composing with his colleagues, friends or family, until one day George's talents were uncovered through chance and tragedy.George's latest work The Drover's Wife - The Opera is playing at Brisbane's QPAC until 22 May, and then will be staged at Sydney's Opera House in August, 2026.This episode of Conversations was produced by Meggie Morris. Executive Producer is Eliza Kirsch.It explores World War Two, family origin stories, spies, British intelligence, hearing loss, late in life career changes, second career, protective list, adoption, foster care, Supreme Court, legal system, justice system, judicial system, commercial law, Beethoven, Bach, Wagner, opera, contemporary classical music, contemporary Australian composers, Indigenous stories, Leah Purcell, stage adaptations, books, writing.