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| 164. Ally Friendship | 27 Oct 2025 | 00:52:59 | |
My guest today, is powerhouse vocalist Ally Friendship — a singer with grit, soul, and one hell of a story. From fronting rock bands and tribute shows to nearly 30 years working as a mortician, Ally’s journey is as unique as it is inspiring. We dive into her career on stage, her new project Skirts, and the lessons she’s learned along the way. This conversation was recorded on 18/09/2025 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | |||
| Virginia Lillye - A tribute | 20 Oct 2025 | 01:58:23 | |
On Sunday 19th October 2025, I got word that Virginia Lillye lost her 2 year battle with cancer. Virginia was a powerhouse on stage but more so a beacon of hope and positivity off it, which makes it that more difficult to believe she is no longer with us. In tribute, I want to share with you the parts of her life that she shared with me for this podcast. She made a couple of appearances on the show. The first one being in September 2020 which that conversation became episode 98 of the Gig Life Podcast. The 2nd time was in 2021 when she shared 4 gig stories which 2 of them featured in the A Few Gig Tales series. Im going to play all of that in its entirety here today. First up is the 2020 interview and directly after that is all 4 of her gig stories, so stick around till the end. For those that knew her, I hope you get comfort from hearing her voice, and for those of you who didnt, her spirit is well and truely alive here. Here infectious laugh, her knack of telling a great story, and of course her positivity. We have lost a giant. Rest in love Virginia Lillye ❤️ --------------------------------------------------------------------------- | |||
| 157. Chris Kamzelas (Russell Crowe / Rocking Byrds ) | 01 Jun 2025 | 01:11:11 | |
My guest today is Chris Kamzelas A guitarist from Sydney, Chris first came onto my radar back in the early 2000s as he was part of the Australian Idol band. He was also in the first band of The Voice Australia. Since then he’s gone on to play with everyone! Back in 2019 we did a guitarists roundtable podcast which Chris was part of the panel. Currently part of Russel Crowes band, The Gentleman Barbers, he also plays around town in The Rocking Byrds amongst others, and he has some new music out. A song he wrote about his father called Song for Angelo. Check it out. For more info on Chris, check out his Instagram and Facebook. This conversation was recorded 21/05/2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Buy Me a Coffee to gift back. Your support is very much appreciated. Thank you. | |||
| Episode 68: 2019 Year In Review (Bonus Episode) | 30 Dec 2019 | 00:27:13 | |
Episode 68: 2019 Year In Review (Bonus Episode).
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| Episode 67: Guitarist Roundtable Part 2 (The Gig Life Podcast / Guitar Speak Podcast) | 27 Dec 2019 | 01:48:48 | |
TGLP/GSP Guitarist Roundtable Part 2
Welcome to Part 2 and the conclusion of The Gig Life Podcast / Guitar Speak Podcast Guitarist Round Table. In part 2 here, the guys expanded more on who the are developing their business, gear, analogue vs digital (Axe Effects v Tube, Amp Modelling etc), Fender Stratocaster vs Boutique guitars, favourite rig/dessert island rig, guitar techs, young players who are inspiring, playing with a drummer and a few other listener questions. Peter Northcote. As well as having 4 solo albums and 12 library/production albums, Pete has recorded with Australian Idol cast albums, Anthony Callea, Bob Downe, Daryl Braithwaite, Doc Neeson, Dragon, Grace Knight, Guy Sebastian, Hi5, Human Nature, Jenny Morris, Jimmy Barnes, Julie Anthony, Marcia Hines, Margaret Urlich, Marc Hunter, Neil Murray, Paul Kelly, Shannon Noll, Sharon O'Neill, Simon Philips and Yothu Yindi to name but a few! Chris Kamzelas. Chris Kamzelas an Australian musician born 30th June 1973, guitarist, vocalist, songwriter and producer. His career started back in 1990, supporting well known Australian artists including Christine Anu, Richard Clapton, Tina Arena, Shannon Noll, Jessica Mauboy, Wolfmother, Mark Williams, Ross Wilson, Wendy Mathews, Jimmy Barnes, Ian Moss, Kate Ceberano, Marcia Hines, Deni Hines, Daryl Braithwaite, Dragon, David Campbell, Human Nature, 1927, Guy Sebastian, Anthony Callea, Adam Brand, Sarah McLeod of Superjesus, Paul Gray, Scott Carne, Dale Dyder, Sean Kelly, Steve Kilby, Dave Sterry, Mark Gable, Brian Manix and more Marc Malouf. Marc is an artist, session guitarist, vocalist and award winning music producer and songwriter having played and/or recorded with Lucy Neville, Timomatic, Karen Lee Andrews, JOY, Ricki Lee, Tigerlilly, The Potbellez, Michael Landau, Steve Aoki & Boehm, Black Diamond Hearts and many more. Ben Rodgers. Ben is a guitarist, bass player songwriter, producer and audio engineer who's has played with or recorded with Jimmy Barnes, Cold Chisel, Mahalia Barnes and the Soul Mates, Joe Bonamassa, Jade MacRae, Reece Mastin, Diesel, Prinnie Stevens, Guy Sebastian, Kevin Shirley, Darren Percival and Karen Lee Andrews are just a few of the names Ben has worked with so far in his career. Matt Wakeling / GuitarSpeak Podcast. Matt is a guitarist, school music teacher and founder of | |||
| Episode 66: Guitarist Roundtable Part 1 (The Gig Life Podcast / Guitar Speak Podcast) | 15 Dec 2019 | 01:51:37 | |
TGLP/GSP Guitarist Roundtable Part 1
Welcome to Part 1 of The Gig Life Podcast / Guitar Speak Podcast Guitarist Round Table.
Peter Northcote. As well as having 4 solo albums and 12 library/production albums, Pete has recorded with Australian Idol cast albums, Anthony Callea, Bob Downe, Daryl Braithwaite, Doc Neeson, Dragon, Grace Knight, Guy Sebastian, Hi5, Human Nature, Jenny Morris, Jimmy Barnes, Julie Anthony, Marcia Hines, Margaret Urlich, Marc Hunter, Neil Murray, Paul Kelly, Shannon Noll, Sharon O'Neill, Simon Philips and Yothu Yindi to name but a few! Chris Kamzelas. Chris Kamzelas an Australian musician born 30th June 1973, guitarist, vocalist, songwriter and producer. His career started back in 1990, supporting well known Australian artists including Christine Anu, Richard Clapton, Tina Arena, Shannon Noll, Jessica Mauboy, Wolfmother, Mark Williams, Ross Wilson, Wendy Mathews, Jimmy Barnes, Ian Moss, Kate Ceberano, Marcia Hines, Deni Hines, Daryl Braithwaite, Dragon, David Campbell, Human Nature, 1927, Guy Sebastian, Anthony Callea, Adam Brand, Sarah McLeod of Superjesus, Paul Gray, Scott Carne, Dale Dyder, Sean Kelly, Steve Kilby, Dave Sterry, Mark Gable, Brian Manix and more Marc Malouf. Marc is an artist, session guitarist, vocalist and award winning music producer and songwriter having played and/or recorded with Lucy Neville, Timomatic, Karen Lee Andrews, JOY, Ricki Lee, Tigerlilly, The Potbellez, Michael Landau, Steve Aoki & Boehm, Black Diamond Hearts and many more. Ben Rodgers. Ben is a guitarist, bass player songwriter, producer and audio engineer who's has played with or recorded with Jimmy Barnes, Cold Chisel, Mahalia Barnes and the Soul Mates, Joe Bonamassa, Jade MacRae, Reece Mastin, Diesel, Prinnie Stevens, Guy Sebastian, Kevin Shirley, Darren Percival and Karen Lee Andrews are just a few of the names Ben has worked with so far in his career. Matt Wakeling / GuitarSpeak Podcast. Matt is a guitarist, school music teacher and founder of The Guitar Speak Podcast | |||
| Episode 65: Tina Harris | 05 Dec 2019 | 01:42:48 | |
Tina Harris. Tina is a Canadian born multi-instrumentalist with a diversity of talents as performer, composer and musical director. With beginnings in community arts, she has been bandleader, teacher, composer, arranger and all-round boss for many styles of ensemble, including big bands, cabaret, latin, funk and a cappella. Theatre musical direction credits include the recent 2019 Australian Tour of Hair the Musical, Helpmann Award winner, Smoke and Mirrors, featuring iOTA, Hedwig and the Angry Inch and Tina was also musical Director for Hear Me Roar at The Sydney Opera House arranging for and leading an 8 piece all female band and 6 celebrated Australian divas in honouring the great female singer/composers of our time. As well as having played bass or guitar/keys for many Hayes Theatre musical productions including In The Heights, Sweet Charity, Assassins, Little Shop of Horrors, Rent, High Fidelity, Tina also leads several of her own music projects like Tijuana Taxi as well as her formidable 12 piece salsa orchestra, El Orqueston and Afro Cuban Trio, Oriente Tres. Episode recorded 06/11/2019 in Bondi, NSW Australia. Episode Music. Tina Harris - https://www.facebook.com/tina.harris.5249349 Tijuana Taxi - https://www.facebook.com/Tijuana-Taxi-1621198284810711/ Oriente Tres - https://www.facebook.com/orientetres/ El Orqueston - https://www.facebook.com/ElOrqueston/ Hair The Musical - https://www.facebook.com/HairTheMusicalAU/ -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Click here to securely donate to The Gig Life Podcast. Your support is very much appreciated. Thank you.
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| Episode 64: Steve Hunter | 29 Nov 2019 | 01:24:32 | |
Steve Hunter. Electric bass player, composer, songwriter and educator from Sydney, Australia. Born and raised in Kent, South East England , Steve was picking out melodies on the family piano from an early age , but it wasn't until shortly after his family emigrated to Australia that, when at age 15 he picked up an electric bass and immediately knew that creating music and playing bass was to basically become his life. With 10 albums to date as band leader, Steve has also gone on to play with Billy Cobham, Chick Corea , Bobby Previte, Mark Isham, Ulf Wakenius, Mark Almond Band, Maxine Nightingale, Bay City Rollers, Gayle Moran, Renee Geyer, DIG, Kate Ceberano, Josef Tawadros Trio and many others. Steve was also the very first bass teacher at Australian Institute of music back in 1990. These days Steve still teaches, has his band The Steve Hunter Trio with Gordon Rytmeister and Matt McMahon and he also plays with The Subterraneans.
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| Episode 63: Gordon Rytmeister Part 2 | 16 Nov 2019 | 01:42:00 | |
Gordon Rytmeister. Drummer from Sydney, Australia. When you look at the upper echelon of any field, there’s usually a handful of people that come to mind, right? Within the Australian drumming community, Gordo is one of those people. Some of the people Gordon has worked with are: Don Burrows, Steve Hunter, James Morrison, Australian Idol House Band, Steve Vizzard Show, Bob Mintzer, Emma Pask, Mark Costa, Leo Sayer, Bob James, Tom Jones, Bob Florence, The Commodores, Bob Geldof, Barry Harris, Nat Adderley, Maria Schnieder, Lee Konitz, Glenn Shorrock (from Little River Band), Alex Koritni, Tina Arena, The Sydney All Star Big Band, Roger Frampton, Bobby Shew, Anthony Warlow, Russell Watson, Rob McConnell, Don Rader, Dale Barlow, Eartha Kitt, Jimmy Barnes and many, many more. This episode is Part 2 of 2. Episode recorded 26/09/2019. Episode Music. Photo by Bill Risby (@oasisbill) https://www.drumscene.com.au/back-issues/item/610-drumscene-issue-86 http://www.gordonrytmeister.com/ https://au.yamaha.com/en/artists/g/gordon_rytmeister.html https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=gordon+rytmeister+
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| Episode 62: Andy Caryofyllis | 08 Nov 2019 | 01:37:09 | |
Andy Caryofyllis. Founder, singer, manager of Jellybean Jam, performer, actor and also a die hard Sydney Roosters supporter from Sydney. Jellybean Jam has been part of the Sydney cover band party scene since 1993 (that’s 26 years) and has performed at over 3500 shows and still going strong. As well as Jellybean Jam, Andy has had a number of acting roles and also co-owns/managers PartyBands. With the popularity of Jellybean Jam, there was a need to manage excess band enquiries. To do this and meet the increasing demand, Andy and Rob Molnar formed Partybands in 2011.The acts they recommend and musicians that play in them are some of Australia’s best and most professional cover bands. https://www.jellybeanjam.com.au https://www.facebook.com/jellybeanjamsydney/ https://www.instagram.com/jellybeanjamsydney/?hl=en https://www.partybands.com.au/about-us/ https://www.youtube.com/user/JellybeanJam1
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| Episode 61: Gordon Rytmeister Part 1 | 28 Oct 2019 | 01:46:26 | |
Gordon Rytmeister. Drummer from Sydney, Australia. When you look at the upper echelon of any field, there’s usually a handful of people that come to mind, right? Within the Australian drumming community, Gordo is one of those people. Some of the people Gordon has worked with are: Don Burrows, Steve Hunter, James Morrison, Australian Idol House Band, Steve Vizzard Show, Bob Mintzer, Emma Pask, Mark Costa, Leo Sayer, Bob James, Tom Jones, Bob Florence, The Commodores, Bob Geldof, Barry Harris, Nat Adderley, Maria Schnieder, Lee Konitz, Glenn Shorrock (from Little River Band), Alex Koritni, Tina Arena, The Sydney All Star Big Band, Roger Frampton, Bobby Shew, Anthony Warlow, Russell Watson, Rob McConnell, Don Rader, Dale Barlow, Eartha Kitt, Jimmy Barnes and many, many more. This episode is Part 1 of 2. (Part 2 coming soon...) Episode recorded 26/09/2019. Episode Music. Photo by Bill Risby (@oasisbill) https://www.drumscene.com.au/back-issues/item/610-drumscene-issue-86 http://www.gordonrytmeister.com/ https://au.yamaha.com/en/artists/g/gordon_rytmeister.html https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=gordon+rytmeister+
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| Episode 60: Bill Risby | 18 Oct 2019 | 01:42:46 | |
Bill Risby. Pianist, bass player, composer and songwriter from Sydney, Australia. Bill started piano at age 3, and after progressing through classical grades, studied Jazz at the NSW Conservatorium of Music. He took up bass guitar at age 13 and bass was his second instrument at the Con. Bill has also played with Spandau Ballet, the Supremes, The Temptations, Russell Morris, Joe Camilleri, Richard Clapton, Glenn Shorrock, Marcia Hines, and supported Dionne Warwick, and Steve Lacy. Episode music: "Let Me Off" from "Looking Up - Bill Risby" (Bill Risby - Piano. Gary Holgate - Double Bass. Hamish Stuart - Drums) Episode recorded 24/09/2019. https://www.instagram.com/oasisbill/?hl=en https://oasisbill.zenfolio.com https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=bill+risby Rick Beato. https://youtu.be/vXivZlPu0ms http://www.poncajazzrec.no/risby/
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| Episode 59: Jak Housden | 09 Oct 2019 | 01:24:47 | |
Jak Housden. Guitarist, singer, songwriter, producer and musical director from Sydney, Australia. Jak is a former member of Daryl Braithwaite's touring band, founding member of The Badloves, current member of The Whitlams since 1999 and current member of Tim Minchin's band. Episode music: "Bombs" - Jak Housden. Episode recorded 23/09/2019. https://www.instagram.com/jakhousden/?hl=en https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=jak+housden https://www.facebook.com/TheWhitlamsOfficial/
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| REPLAY - 116. A Few Gig Tales #1 | 20 May 2025 | 00:19:49 | |
Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes? In this sub series of The Gig Life Podcast, you will hear some interesting tales, stories, anecdotes of life on the road, stage and studio, told by the musicians and artists that were there. Sometimes the names will be changed or removed to protect the innocent and guilty. Todays episode features 3 tales: Warning. Some of these stories contain adult themes, so listener discretion is advised. For more info and past episodes of The Gig Life Podcast featuring Phil, Fab and Victor, visit thegiglifepodcast.com or search in your favourite podcast app.
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| Episode 58: Brad Kora | 27 Sep 2019 | 01:13:17 | |
Brad Kora. Drummer, producer, songwriter from Whakatane, New Zealand. Brad is the founding member, drummer and producer of NZ band, L.A.B. Brad is also gym owner, teacher and student of BJJ. During this podcast, we got to talk about the forming LAB, and the band now in its current state, the recording process in detail of their upcoming 3rd album, we talked about his early childhood playing in the family band, and the forming of and story of KORA. Also, being a drummer, of course we had to geek out on drums, drummers and drumming. And there’s a bunch of other stuff in there as well. Now, what really struck me about Brad during this interview was his willingness, openess in discussing his musical process, LAB’s process, and he gives away a lot of trade secrets. In a age, in my opinion, where people don’t like to give too much away, this was extremely refreshing. I hope you enjoy it. Episode recorded 18/09/2019. https://www.facebook.com/LABmusicNZ/ https://www.facebook.com/brad.kora https://www.facebook.com/KoraOfficial/ https://www.instagram.com/brad.kora/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/lab_music/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/whakatanemma/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbna7cKg1fgvraE9WiHMceA https://open.spotify.com/artist/3eAOH2az3fQIfX2UAw0FfC?si=DOme5LWETnWgFLHNEzcT7A
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| Episode 57: Emilio Panetta | 13 Sep 2019 | 01:14:57 | |
Emilio Panetta. Drummer, band manager, entertainment agent & entrepreneur from Sydney. Growing up in a strict Italian family, for Emilio to be able to play drums, on tomato sauce day he would steal the empty foam tomato boxes , hide them down the back of the yard and use tree branches as sticks to practise. After completing a carpentry trade he never wanted to do, music was always the dream. Having played and managed a bunch of bands and artists including The Buddy Holly Show, Roachford, Jess Maulboy, Shannon Noll, he now owns and runs his very own entertainment agency EP Entertainment as well as still playing drums in his band, Soul Nights. Episode recorded in Northmead, Australia 27/08/19 https://www.epentertainment.com.au https://www.facebook.com/baremilios/
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| Episod 56: Lance Philip | 04 Sep 2019 | 01:29:06 | |
Lance Philip. From Wellington, New Zealand, Lance Philip is a drummer, percussionist and music educator. Lance started his formal drum leducationat age 7 with Ken Oxford and then with Bud Jones and later studied Roger Sellers and Frank Gibson jr. He's played in the NZ National Youth Orchestra, subbed in with the NZSO, plays in Rodger Fox band, studied at the grove school of music in LA, spent 5 years in the house band for the NZ version of dancing with the stars, played in musicals such as Les Mis, Grease, 42nd St, Mama Mia, Evita…and has been a music teacher at the combined Wellington Polytech/Massey Uni/NZSOM and Victoria University since 1993. Lance has gone on to teach some incredible NZ drummers including Darren Mathiassen od Shapeshifter, Julian Dyne of Ladi6, Jimmy Mac of Lorde, Matt Beachen of The Draxx Project and Jonny Wilson of Goodtime Music to name a few, and today remains influential in drums and percussion education in New Zealand. Recorded in Sydney and Wellington, NZ 25/08/19 Episode Music: https://www.facebook.com/LancePhilipdrums/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdzsrDq2gjUvp2kW0eaLmVw https://www.victoria.ac.nz/nzsm/about/staff/lance-philip -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- https://www.thegiglifepodcast.com https://www.facebook.com/thegiglifepodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/thegiglifepodcast/?hl=en https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5KahER1yXZQP3rh1mhSUqX?si=0O1lB7TJTaKfuD34xm7B7w | |||
| Episode 55: Danny McCrum | 23 Aug 2019 | 01:27:09 | |
Danny McCrum From Auckland, New Zealand, Danny McCrum is a highly respected guitarist, singer and songwriter with extensive experience on stage, in the studio and running the business behind the music. He has worked with and supported many top artists including Eric Clapton, Tommy Emmanuel, John Mayer, John Butler Trio, Jeff Beck, Bryan Ferry, Joan Armatrading, Norah Jones, Jimmy Barnes, Simple Minds, Katie Melua and many top New Zealand acts. Danny has worked as a session musician for numerous producers and artists including Greg Haver, Lizzie Marvelly, Peter van Gent, Alex Burke (US), Magnolia Memoir (US), Phil Edwards Band, Vann Dizon, Georgia Lines, AutoMatic 80s, the Michael Jackson tribute show 'King Of Pop’ and many more. Danny has released three albums: Awake & Restless (2007, Elite Music), Say What You Mean (2009, Liberation/Universal) and Letters to the Future (2012, Paper Plane). His fourth album Hustle Bustle will be released in September 2019. Along with Bobby Kennedy (Opshop) Danny hosts the podcast series Don’t Give Up Your Day Job where they talk to creative professionals about their experiences in the entertainment business. They have spoken to a long list of impressive names and have developed a loyal following. Recorded in Sydney & Auckland 02/08/2019 Episode Music: https://www.dannymccrum.com/home https://www.instagram.com/dannymccrum/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/dannymccrum https://www.dontgiveupyourdayjob.co.nz https://www.facebook.com/dontgiveupyourdayjob/ -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | |||
| Episode 54: TGLP Spotlight - Jeff Porcaro | 14 Aug 2019 | 02:14:58 | |
The Gig Life Podcast - Spotlight Jefferey Thomas Porcaro. Born April 1, 1954 – Jeff Porcaro was an American drummer, songwriter, and record producer. In a career that spanned more than 20 years, Porcaro was best known for his work with the band Toto, who had hits such as Africa, Rosanna, Hold the Line and Georgy Porgy. Porcaro is one of the most recorded session musicians in history, working on hundreds of albums and thousands of sessions through the 70s till the 90s including Steely Dan On August 5th 1992, Jeff Porcaro tragically passed away. He was 38 years old In 1993, he was posthumously inducted into the Modern Drummer Hall of Fame TGLP Spotlight Series is where I (Stevie Taylor) and my friends sit down and talk about our favourite musicians. Be it local, be it worldwide. Musicians that have influenced us,inspired us, impacted us as musicians ourselves. Joining me to talk about Jeff Porcaro are 3 fantastic drummers and 1 legendary guitarist: Dave Ferry https://www.thegiglifepodcast.com/episodes/episode-39-dave-ferry Jonnie Adams https://www.thegiglifepodcast.com/episodes/episode-19-jonnie-adams Kere Buchanan https://www.thegiglifepodcast.com/episodes/episode-47-kere-buchanan Jonnie and Dave were also part of TGLP Drummers Roundtable And we are also extremely honoured and lucky yo be joined by the legendary american guitarist and producer, Louie Shelton. So ladies and gentleman, please get comfortable and enjoy as we put a spotlight on the late, great, Jeff Porcaro.
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| Episode 53: Chris Cooke | 07 Aug 2019 | 01:24:58 | |
Chris Cooke Originally from NZ, Now living in Sydney, Cookie is a singer frontman, guitarist, booking agency owner, band owner and manager. From early days in Sydney as a FOH sound engineer, to booking agency manager for bands such as One Hit Wonders, Jellybean Jam and Seattle Sound, to tour manager for Elton Jack, A Tribute to Elton John, and he also co-forming Sydney juggernaut band, FunkStar whose line up over the years has included a host of Australians finest singers and musicians. These days he stays busy with his bands The Chosen Few, and The Australian Trilogy Show. Recorded in Northmead, NSW Australia 26/07/19 Episode Music: https://www.facebook.com/AAESydney/ https://www.facebook.com/TheTrilogyShow/ https://www.facebook.com/bookthechosenfew/ https://www.facebook.com/TheSongsOfNeilFinn/ https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=484942778882940
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| Episode 52: Bobby Poulton | 29 Jul 2019 | 01:31:55 | |
Bobby Poulton Bobby is a bass player from Sydney, who is currently playing with Dami Im and is also part of Frankie’s World Famous House Band. Some of his previous gigs are The Widowbirds, Battlesnake, Gilby Clarke, Jason Owen, Reece Mastin, Peter Northcote, The Sony Music All Stars to name but a few. Bobby was also a guest on TGLP Bass Players Roundtable. (Episode's 45 & 46) Episode recorded in Northmead, NSW Australia 23/07/2019 Episode Music: Streaming info: https://www.manatt.com/Manatt/media/Media/PDF/US-Streaming-Royalties-Explained.pdf https://www.instagram.com/bobbypoulton/ https://www.instagram.com/frankiesworldfamoushouseband/ https://www.facebook.com/bobbypoulton?epa=SEARCH_BOX https://www.facebook.com/FrankiesWorldFamousHouseBand/
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| Episode 51: Marina Da Silva | 19 Jul 2019 | 01:07:15 | |
Marina Da Silva Growing up in Bondi to 2 Brazilian parents, Marinas father was a Capoeira master and also a double bass player in the SSO so there was always music and movement. She studied Caporira and music with her father but eventually found herself deep in dance. Today, this combination of music and dance has her involved in projects like Junkyard Beats, Odoya, A radio show called Flywaves, a regular at The Monday Jam, and a daily study in afro cuban and Brazilian music and culture. Episode recorded in Bondi, NSW Australia 02/07/2019 Episode Music: https://www.instagram.com/mazdog3000/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/marina.dasilva.94402 https://www.instagram.com/_odoya_/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/junkyard_beats/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/flywaves_/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/themondayjam/?hl=en --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- https://www.thegiglifepodcast.com | |||
| Episode 50: Ben Rodgers | 07 Jul 2019 | 01:49:17 | |
Ben Rodgers Jimmy Barnes, Cold Chisel, Mahalia Barnes and the Soul Mates, Joe Bonamassa, Jade MacRae, Reece Mastin, Diesel, Prinnie Stevens, Guy Sebastian, Kevin Shirley, Darren Percival and Karen Lee Andrews are just a few of the names Ben has worked with so far in his career. Ben co-wrote, played bass, engineered, produced and mixed Mahalia Barnes and the Soul Mates latest album, Hard Expectations, and he also produced Karen Lee Andrews album Far From Paradise. Episode recorded in Sydney, NSW Australia 26/06/2019 Episode Music: https://www.instagram.com/applestreetmusic/?hl=en https://youtu.be/2y0g22qNbUs --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- https://www.facebook.com/thegiglifepodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/thegiglifepodcast/?hl=en Email: thegiglifepodcast@gmail.com | |||
| Episode 49: Declan Kelly | 28 Jun 2019 | 01:42:47 | |
Declan Kelly
Drummer, singer, guitarist, songwriter and producer from Sydney. Declan has played and worked with Bernard Fanning, Kasey Chambers, Katie Noonan, Passenger, Kingtide, Eugene Hideaway Bridges, Alex lloyd, Stan Walker, Guy Sebastian, Karise Eden, Stranger Cole, Johnny Osbourne, Jon Stevens…to name a few. Declan has a number of solo album releases including "Diesel n Dub", and "Tales from the Neighbourhood". Episode recorded in Northmead, NSW Australia 14/06/2019 Episode Music: https://www.declankellymusic.com/home https://www.facebook.com/DeclanKellyMusic/ https://www.instagram.com/declankellymusic/?hl=en https://www.youtube.com/user/funkable1 https://open.spotify.com/artist/1KIk7R4aF70o6EMhqG4RFo?si=QbgpEtvPTvqAPwTh87MmeQ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | |||
| 156. Ben Todd (The Superjesus / Dojorise / Cirque du Soleil ) | 18 May 2025 | 01:09:40 | |
My guest today is Ben Todd. From Adelaide and from a long family line of drummers, Ben spent 13 years with Cirque du Soleil as drummer and musical director and these days plays with Dojorise, The Superjesus as well as other theatre shows including Beauty and The Beast which he is currently on. Be also has a podcast./YouTube channel called Drummers Perspective. For more info on Ben, check out his Instagram and Facebook.
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| Episode 48: Daniel Maher | 21 Jun 2019 | 01:27:18 | |
Daniel Maher
Guitarist from Sydney, Australia At 27 years of age, Daniel is already a veteran of musical theatre, having played in over 60 productions. Last year (2018), Dan was a part of The Voice Australia House band, and this year he joined the Dancing with the Stars House Band. He’s also worked Rita Ora, Joe Jonas, Kelly Rowland, Boy George, Cody Simpson, Guy Sebastian, Delta, David Campbell and many more. Dan is also a member of Sexy Sunday Jam (SSJ) https://www.instagram.com/danmaher/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/dan.maher1 https://www.instagram.com/sexysundayjam/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/SexySundayJam/ https://www.facebook.com/DancingOn10/ Episode recorded in Northmead, NSW Australia 14/06/2019 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | |||
| Episode 47: Kere Buchanan | 14 Jun 2019 | 01:33:57 | |
Kere Buchanan Known for his impeccable time and groove, a real musicians drummer, Kere was a highly in demand session and live player in NZ and Australia through the late 80s, 90s and into the 2000’s having worked with the Rodger Fox Big Band, Midge Marsden, Margaret Urlich, Marcia Hines, Tina Arena, Kasey Chambers and countless more. Kere has also written and recorded 2 solo albums (Starting Over, Goodbye Yesterday) as well as an album with his other project, Kerosine (Wasted). Songs/albums available at links below. https://kerebuchanan.bandcamp.com https://keroseneband.bandcamp.com Back in 2014, Kere featured on an episode of The Inside Music Cast Podcast. I highly recommend you also listen to this. Link below. https://www.insidemusicast.com/musicasts/2014/2/17/kere-buchanan.html?rq=kere%20buchanan Intro Music: Slippin' Away - Kere Buchanan (Goodbye Yesterday)
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| Episode 46: TGLP Bass Players Round Table Part 2 | 06 Jun 2019 | 01:08:07 | |
TGLP Bass Player’s Round Table Part 2 Victor Rounds: (Marcia Hines, Jenny Morris, James Morrison, Rick Astley, The Monkees, Renee Geyer) TGLP Ep: 23 Mark Costa: (Australian Idol House Band, “We Will Rock You” stage show, “The Bodyguard” stage show, Berklee Online) TGLP Ep: 26 Adm Ventoura: (Dancing with the Stars House Band, Guy Sebastian, Delta Goodrem, Oyobi, Suite Az, Karen Lee Andrews) Dauno Martinez: (Gang Of Brothers, Martinez Acoustica, Caribbean Soul) Kristian Attard: (The Voice Australia House Band, Mike Posner, Jason Mraz, Heart, Intergalactix) Bobby Poulton: ( Frankies World Famous House Band, Dami Im, Reece Mastin) In this final episode of TGLP Bass Players Round Table 2019, the panel discuss the challenges of live television, social media and its effects on musicians, managing downtime when the work is slow and the most difficult part of being a modern day bass player. Episode Music: Intro: Living a Tuesday Week 10 - Intergalactix Outro: Snake Bite Flat - Dauno Martinez Episode Recorded in Northmead, NSW Australia 19/05/19
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| Episode 45: TGLP Bass Players Round Table Part 1 | 31 May 2019 | 01:23:18 | |
TGLP Bass Player’s Round Table Part 1 Victor Rounds: (Marcia Hines, Jenny Morris, James Morrison, Rick Astley, The Monkees, Renee Geyer) TGLP Ep: 23 Mark Costa: (Australian Idol House Band, “We Will Rock You” stage show, “The Bodyguard” stage show, Berklee Online) TGLP Ep: 26 Adm Ventoura: (Dancing with the Stars House Band, Guy Sebastian, Delta Goodrem, Oyobi, Suite Az, Karen Lee Andrews) Dauno Martinez: (Gang Of Brothers, Martinez Acoustica, Caribbean Soul) Bobby Poulton: ( Frankies World Famous House Band, Dami Im, Reece Mastin) Kristian Attard: (The Voice Australia House Band, Mike Posner, Jason Mraz, Heart, Intergalactix) In this episode, the panel discusses cornerstone albums, band leaders, what makes a good drummer, bass vs keyboardist’s left hand, worst stuff up on a gig and much more. Episode Music: Intro: Martinez - Suite Space Belle Outro: Mark Costa - Textures Episode Recorded in Northmead, NSW Australia 19/05/19
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| Episode 44: David Jones | 23 May 2019 | 01:30:03 | |
David Jones is one of the world’s great drummer/percussionists and one of Australia’s virtuoso musicians. He is taking the art of drumming and percussion to a new level with his solo concerts. David’s brilliant career of over 45 years, spans all types of music, playing with some of the greatest musicians in every style. From John Farnham to James Morrison, Dragon to Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, Don McLean to John Denver, Kate Miller-Heidke to Tommy Emmanuel, from WDR Big Band to John Williams, Crossfire and the legendary Pyramid. Episode recorded in Marrickville, Sydney Australia 22/04/2019 Intro Music: David Jones Drum Solo at Cape Breton International Drum Festival Outro Music: Eye Wanna Fly - Kevin Jones (with David Jones on Drums) | |||
| Episode 43: Leon Gaer | 17 May 2019 | 01:10:16 | |
Leon Gaer Bass player, composer, arranger and producer. Originally from Los Angeles, now living in Sydney, Best known as the bass player on Gino Vannelli’s Brother to Brother album and since then has gone on to play bass on over 1,000 recording sessions in Los Angeles, New York, Nashville, and Sydney including: Gino Vannelli, Barry Manilow, José Feliciano, Barry White, Don Ellis, Boy Meets Girl, Hanna Barbera Cartoons, The Chad Wackerman Group, Amy Dickson, Tommy Emmanuel, and many more. Episode recorded in West Pennant Hills, NSW Australia. 17/04/2019 Episode music: GROUND SWELL - Leon Gaer & Chad Wackerman Composers: LEON GAER and CHAD WACKERMAN Musicians: Fretless Piccolo Bass, Fretless Bass LEON GAER Drums CHAD WACKERMAN Guitar PETER NORTHCOTE Piano BILL RISBY
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| Episode 42: Jade MacRae | 10 May 2019 | 01:33:28 | |
Jade Macrae Singer from Sydney, Australia. Episode recorded 12/04/2019 Episode music: Handle Me With Care - Jade MacRae https://www.facebook.com/jademacraemusic/ https://www.instagram.com/thisisjademac/?hl=en jademacraeandsayahatziggys.eventbrite.com.au
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| Episode 41: Jo Elms | 03 May 2019 | 01:12:49 | |
Jo Elms Multi award winning singer, songwriter, guitarist, pianist and teacher. Episode recorded 02/04/2019 Episode music: Here I Am - Jo Elms
Until You Come Back To Me: http://vimeo.com/40040188 Feel Like Makin’ Love:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QZPX1xSAvGw Where is the Love: http://vimeo.com/40040190 Fly Too High https://vimeo.com/216265378 Website:www.joelms.com Website:www.joelmsmusic.com Reverbnation site:www.reverbnation.com/joelms Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jo.elms.3
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| Episode 40: Joel Shadbolt | 24 Apr 2019 | 01:19:44 | |
Joel Shadbolt Singer, guitarist and songwriter for L.A.B (NZ) Episode recorded 26/03/2019
Episode intro music: Rocketship - L.A.B https://www.instagram.com/lab_music/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/LABmusicNZ/
Also, check out this episode's co-host, Josh Gage: https://www.facebook.com/itsjoshgageagain/
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| Episode 39: Dave Ferry | 18 Apr 2019 | 01:33:23 | |
Dave Ferry Drummer from Oberon, NSW. Now living in Sydney. You can also catch Dave on Episode 36 TGLP Drummers Round Table Part 1 and Episode 37 TGLP Drummers Round Table Part 2. Frankies World Famous House Band:
Episode recorded in Bronte, NSW Australia 26/03/2019
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| Stevie Taylor interview on Everyday People 92.7FM | 20 Apr 2025 | 00:30:58 | |
Yo, Stevie Taylor here. As you may know, I was born and raised in a small town in Wairarapa region on NZ called Masterton. Recently I was invited onto a local Wairarapa radio show called Everyday People on Arrow FM. Hosted by Camille Watkins. If you want to hear a little bit about my early days back there in NZ and how we got to be where we are today, keep listening. Hope you dig it. This conversation was recorded 05/03/25 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Click here to securely donate or tip The Gig Life Podcast via PayPal. | |||
| Episode 38: Jay Parrino | 12 Apr 2019 | 01:29:02 | |
Jay Parrino. Guitarist, singer, songwriter and performer from Sydney. Jay first came to public attention in 2009 as a finalist on ‘Australia’s Got Talent’. His unique version of the Men at Work classic “Down Under” quickly reached 6 million hits on YouTube. Since AGT, Jay has gone onto be a judge in "All Together Now", a stint on The Voice Australia as well as a bunch of other musical projects, bands and shows. Jay also has his own band, Outlier. https://www.facebook.com/jayparrinomusic/ Episode music: Dogging The Bullet - Outlier
Episode recorded in Dee Why, NSW Australia 12/03/2019
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| Episode 37: TGLP Drummers Round Table Part 2 | 05 Apr 2019 | 01:13:45 | |
The TGLP Drummers Round Table Panel: Dave Goodman:TGLP Ep 14 (Ten Part Invention, Sydney jazz great, educator) Steve Marin: TGLP Ep 01 (Son Veneno, The Bodyguard, Damien Leith, Jersey Boys) Fabrizio Omodei: TGLP Ep 03 (The Angels, Doc Neeson, Rick Astley, Ross Wilson) Jonnie Adams: TGLP Ep 19 (Doug Williams, Deni Hines, Billy Hydes Drumcraft) Yanya Boston: TGLP Ep 21 (Thandi Phoenix, Karen Lee Andrews, Dancing with the Stars) Dave Ferry: TGLP Ep 39 (Coming soon!)(Peter Northcote, Frankies World Famous House Band)
In part 2, listen to these great drummers discussing topics such cornerstone albums and they also answer a bunch of listener/follow questions.
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| Episode 36: TGLP Drummers Round Table Part 1 | 29 Mar 2019 | 01:43:23 | |
The TGLP Drummers Round Table Panel: Dave Goodman:TGLP Ep 14 (Ten Part Invention, Sydney jazz great, educator) Steve Marin: TGLP Ep 01 (Son Veneno, The Bodyguard, Damien Leith, Jersey Boys) Fabrizio Omodei: TGLP Ep 03 (The Angels, Doc Neeson, Rick Astley, Ross Wilson) Jonnie Adams: TGLP Ep 19 (Doug Williams, Deni Hines, Billy Hydes Drumcraft) Yanya Boston: TGLP Ep 21 (Thandi Phoenix, Karen Lee Andrews, Dancing with the Stars) Dave Ferry: TGLP Ep 39 (Coming soon!)(Peter Northcote, Frankies World Famous House Band)
In part 1, listen to these great drummers discussing topics such as worst stuff up on a gig, worst lug in Sydney, managing downtime and slow periods, worst injury, biggest inspiration, travel tips, equipment failure, the role of social media and many more. Recorded in Alexandria, NSW Australia. 05/03/2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- https://www.facebook.com/thegiglifepodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/thegiglifepodcast/ Twitter: @thegiglifepod
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| Episode 35: Simon "SiFi" Fishburn | 21 Mar 2019 | 01:29:26 | |
Simon SiFi Fishburn Simon is a multi instrumentalist, performing artist and educator from Sydney who now resides in New York City. He has worked with some of Sydney’s top event bands including The Enormous Horns, Gotham City Horns and Hipnosis as well as playing and recording for major label artists such as Tania Bowra , Roger Frampton , Anita Spring and Ben Fields Having moved to New York in early 2012 to further broaden his musical endeavours, it hasn’t taken long for this hard working, fun and “easy going” yet gritty drummer from “Down Under” to establish himself in the New York City live music scene. Recorded in Northmead NSW, Australia 01/03/2019 Intro music: Calling Out Your Name - SiFi Outro music: Don’t Let Me Go - SiFi SiFi Tracks
Other songs: Paul Winn Band (Australia)
Soapbox Army (New York)
Erin Maya and The Reckoning (New York)
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| Episode 33: Ian Jones | 28 Feb 2019 | 01:19:22 | |
Ian Jones Drummer for Supergroove, Alex Lloyd, Christine Anu, Kate Ceberano, Jesus Christ Superstar. Recorded in Northmead, NSW Australia 22/02/2019 Intro music: Soul Chant Reprise - Christine Anu (Drums: Ian Jones) https://soundcloud.com/stereo-jones https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DNSF3LaN_6k https://www.facebook.com/supergroove https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=80F17H2zicA https://www.instagram.com/therealstereojones/ https://open.spotify.com/album/0fpETICBbhy6nNFLBVGLwF?si=WDO3Yu5kSn-MXhHtCJOhjA
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| Episode 32: Joe Accaria | 20 Feb 2019 | 01:34:13 | |
Joe Accaria Drummer, percussionist, music director, music producer, performer and creator from Sydney, Australia. Wendy Mathews, Jimmy Barnes, Human Nature, David Campbell, Tap Dogs, Smoke and Mirrors, Drummer Queens and Velvet - The Musical. Recorded in Marrickville, NSW Australia 13/02/2019 https://www.facebook.com/jaccaria https://www.instagram.com/joeaccaria/?hl=en https://www.youtube.com/user/jaccaria https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=joe+accaria Sonor Drums, UFIP Cymbals, through Drum Partner Australia, Roland Electronic Percussion and Keyboards through Roland Australia, Remo Drumheads and Vic Firth Sticks through Australasian Music Supplies exclusively endorse Joe. | |||
| Episode 31: Sisa Koroi | 14 Feb 2019 | 01:02:17 | |
Sisa Koroi. Recorded in Northmead NSW, Australia. 12/02/2019. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZzd9Oka2JkGn3cKzZnlztw/videos https://youtu.be/yyv-HqQmyY8 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100005821575437&epa=SEARCH_BOX
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| Episode 30: Mark Dynamix | 07 Feb 2019 | 00:59:45 | |
Mark Dynamix A true legend in Australian dance music, Mark Dynamix knows a thing or two about how the music industry revolves in Australia. From producing his own records, DJing, hosting events, radio broadcasting and running his own label (Long Distance Recordings), he has been forefront in the minds of Australian dance music enthusiasts for over 25 years; with over 35+ releases under his belt and having sold more mix albums with his name on them than any other DJ in Australia to date. Mark is planning a big 2019 with a triple album of original music to be released shortly. His successful JACK THE HOUSE and ELECTRONIQUE events continue to invoke warm musical nostalgia on a tri-basis in Sydney and his radio shows THE LISTENING ROOM (with Robbie Lowe) and ELECTRONIQUE RADIO are, available to stream on mixcloud.com/MarkDynamix. Recorded in Tempe, NSW Australia 30/01/2019 Episode Music: Salt 2.0 - Mark Dynamix, Namito & JimiJ www.facebook.com/djmarkdynamix www.facebook.com/groups/jackthehouse www.mixcloud.com/electroniqueaustralia
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| Episode 29: Chris Chetland | 31 Jan 2019 | 00:51:01 | |
Chris Chetland Audio mix and mastering engineer, producer, songwriter, cable owner, studio owner, theoretical biologist and mentor from Auckland, NZ. NZ record holder for weeks of a single at #1 [For Scribe 'Stand Up/Not Many], and have quite a few gold and platinum credits for mixing and/or mastering e.g. for Scribe, Savage, P Money, Deceptikonz, Concord Dawn, Tomorrow People, Jakob to name a few. 2018, Chris was a finalist for best engineer [for Rei - A Place to Stand], and had credits on 2 out of 3 best engineer albums, and all 3 best Producer albums and with credits in almost every category of the finalists and the NZ music awards. Clients - (* = chart placement) - Jakob*, Sons of Zion*, Nadia Reid*, I Am Giant*, Beau Monga*, JGeeks*, Kiri Te Kanawa*, Kids of 88*, Leisure*, Pitch Black*, The Nomad, The Impending Adorations, Tiki Taane*, Tapz*, Baynk*, Nika*, Fungi, Sons of Sofa, Rei, Tom Francis, Table Fox, Nadia Reid, Cheshire Grimm, Tali*, Pieter T*, Shapeshifter*, TomFrancis*, D Love, Echo Beach, House of Shem, Benny Tipene*, Night Gaunts, Rackets*, Mihirangi, Kevin Mark Trail, Maisey Rika, Ivy Lies*, Tatou Tatou E, Steriogram*, A Hori Buzz*, Savage*, Deceptikonz*, Scribe*, P Money*, Concord Dawn*, Starboy*, Ruia, Baitercell*, Beach Pigs, Ciaran McMeeken, Huia, Cool Rainbows, Nga Tai, APRA, Play It Strange, Reality Chant, Messanjah, Katchafire*, Husk, Jason Eli, Totes, Jasmine Lee, Tiny Ruins*, Superfood, The Zoup, Wilderness Love, 71 Sunset, Imploder, The Datsuns*, Rare Shot Blue, The Kumpnee, Laura Hunter, Ladi6, Vince Harder*, Module, Charles Royal, Paddy Free, Pao, Pleaseplease, Raslea, Rosa Dub, Seth Haapu, Shepherds of Cassini, Sheree Waitoa, Transitone, Rhian Sheehan, The Burns, Te Ha, Yaw, Wagner Bros, Quarter Acre Lifestyle, River Jesters, Paul McLaney, Charles Royal, Pao, MC Ali, Lisa Crawley*, Glass Owls, Evan Silva, Rob Vegas, Kris Laal, Chingy, TBoz, Kittens of the internet, Surf City, The Doqument, Chong Nee*, KFC, Von Voin Strum, Tony Richards, Sweetmix Kids, Bright Child, BKidd, The Means, Loop compilations. This podcast was recorded in Sydney and Auckland on 22/01/19 Intro music: Te Pukumeke ft Reì by Baitercell https://www.facebook.com/kogstudio https://open.spotify.com/artist/2tin8YXXdysSVoXuOAZ1nv?si=eH8U5m8tTDCGN4cD7cPl8A https://gearshoot.com/shootouts/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/1747746975437690
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| Episode 28: Merenia Marin | 23 Jan 2019 | 00:51:45 | |
Merenia Marin. https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=merenia+gillies https://open.spotify.com/artist/1aF3392EH76Oebg5mLqOmK?si=VqMjjGfERWmsYx5UjaFvwA https://itunes.apple.com/au/album/walk-a-mile-in-my-shoes-live/648919695 | |||
| 155. Hamish Stuart returns | 10 Apr 2025 | 01:01:45 | |
My guest today, well he’s no stranger to the show. Hamish Stuart is back. Hamo’s first appearance on the show was back in early 2020, and he was also part of the Stevie Gadd Spotlight episode panel. He’s back to talk about what’s he’s been up to, including working with Jim Moginie, Rob Hirst, Jade MacRae, Don Walker and a bunch of others. Always fun hanging with Hamo. I hope you dig it. Check out Hamish's instagram This conversation was recorded 20/04/2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Click here to securely donate or tip The Gig Life Podcast via PayPal. Your support is very much appreciated. Thank you. | |||
| Episode 27: Sam McNally | 16 Jan 2019 | 01:37:57 | |
Sam McNally. Piano/keyboard player, songwriter and composer from Melbourne. Stylus, John Farnham, Air Supply, Tim Finn, Tommy Emmanuel, Marcia Hines and Richard Clapton are to name a few of his previous gigs. Long time member of Doug Williams & the Mix. Episode Music. Intro: Serendipity Samba by Sam McNally. From the Album "Jubilation" Recorded in Homebush, NSW Australia. 08/01/2019
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| Episode 26: Mark Costa | 03 Jan 2019 | 01:23:26 | |
Mark Costa. Bass player, arranger, composer and music teacher from Sydney. Mark has performed and toured with numerous Australian and international artists, this list includes The Temptations, Tom Jones, Leo Sayer, Go West, Chris Isaak, Debbie Reynolds, Thelma Houston, Maxine Nightingale, Marcia Hines, Margaret Urlich, Shannon Noll, Guy Sebastian, Wa Wa Nee, James Morrison, Emma Pask, and John Foreman among many others. Bassist and arranger in the Australian Idol house band. Bassist in musical stage shows including “We Will Rock You”, “The Bodyguard”, “Mama Mia”, “Priscilla Queen of the Desert” and currently “Madiba” Recorded in Northmead, NSW Australia. 07/12/18 Episode Music: Father's Love and Stand and Deliver by Mark Costa. From the album "Textures" https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=mark+costa+bass | |||
| Episode 25: Marc Malouf | 27 Dec 2018 | 01:05:55 | |
Marc Malouf. Artist, Session Guitarist, Vocalist and award winning Music Producer and Songwriter from Sydney, Australia. Currently with JOY, and Lucy Neville. Recorded in Five Dock, NSW Australia 28/11/18.
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