As the leader of Australia’s raucous country rockers Wagons, Henry Wagons has carved a formidable reputation as both a songwriter and performer. His performances can be hilariously confronting but the theatricality never overshadows the heart of the music. Earlier this year Henry abandoned the band in favour of recording his first solo record After What I Did Last Night, an … [Read more...]
Michael Franti – Podcast
Michael Franti first came to prominence fronting the hip hop band The Disposable Heroes of Hiphoprisy, particularly through the song Television, The Drug Of The Nation – a scathing attack on politics, corporate greed, sloganeering, the mass media and those who failed to question the messages they were fed or the motivations behind them in the “United States of unconsciousness”. … [Read more...]
Beth Hart – Podcast
Beth Hart. Wow, what a voice and what an incredible story! If you're not familiar with this Grammy nominated singer/songwriter here's your opportunity. Beth possesses one of the most phenomenal blues voices you're ever likely to hear, although she first broke through in the world of pop with the U.S edition of Star Search in the early 90's. Beth later struck gold with LA Song … [Read more...]
Gossip – Paul Kelly
Paul Kelly’s formative years fall into three distinct periods – growing up in a large Catholic family in Adelaide as an inquisitive and thoughtful kid mad on sport; moving to Melbourne to pursue a career in music and having a brief dalliance in the world of pop (including an appearance on Countdown with the Dots); before finally finding wide recognition and success after moving … [Read more...]
Lime Cordiale – This Band Should Be On Your Radar
Lime Cordiale - Waking Up Easy Basking in the glorious spring sunshine soaking up some new tunes today and Lime Cordiale fills my screen with a sound that has a distinct whiff of summer. It's not the first time these boys from Sydney's northern beaches have caught my attention. A couple of years ago I was sent a copy of their single Feel Alright and was mightily impressed, … [Read more...]