This blog post delves into the insightful conversation I had with the incredibly talented Ash Grunwald on episode #88 of The Mixtape Podcast. We explored the multifaceted aspects of building and maintaining a thriving music career, touching upon rel…
This blog post delves into the multifaceted career of Andrew Roachford, exploring his journey from the breakout success of "Cuddly Toy" to his decade-long tenure as the frontman for Mike + The Mechanics. We'll examine how these distinct experiences …
Introduction: Andrew Farriss' Musical Journey Andrew Farriss. The name conjures images of iconic 80s rock, soaring guitar riffs, and the electrifying energy of INXS. For decades, he was an integral part of one of Australia's most successful and int…
In a recent episode of The Mixtape Podcast, we had the incredible opportunity to chat with the legendary blues harmonica player, Charlie Musselwhite. This episode delves into his extraordinary career, from his humble beginnings to his Grammy Award-w…
A Conversation with Ellen Reid: Insights into Crash Test Dummies' Iconic Album In a recent episode of The Mixtape Podcast, we dove into the enduring legacy of Crash Test Dummies' groundbreaking album, 'God Shuffled His Feet,' celebrating its 30th a…
A Retrospective on 'Flood' Recently, my guest on The Mixtape Podcast was John Flansburgh from They Might Be Giants, we were talking ahead of the bands previously postponed Australian Tour, celebrating the 30th anniversary of their landmark album, '…
The Influence and Legacy and The Jesus and Mary Chain The Early Days The Jesus and Mary Chain were formed in 1983 by brothers Jim and William Reid. The brothers had grown up in a working-class family in Glasgow, Scotland, and they had been e…
A Journey Through Time: Belle & Sebastian's Musical Evolution Since their humble beginnings in the mid-1990s, Scottish indie legends Belle & Sebastian have consistently evolved their sound while maintaining their distinctive charm. From the…
An Introduction to......Electric Six In a recent episode of The Mixtape Podcast, I had the pleasure, albeit at 5am, of chatting with Dick Valentine, frontman of electro-disco, new wave, and garage rock legends Electric Six. This brief introdu…
Fire In The Disco, Fire In The Taco Bell Hello! Back with a bang after a few weeks away from the old Pod. I loved the headspace, but I must confess, I did miss it a bit. So? What News?? I picked up where I’d left off several weeks …
