Awesome Aussie Songs

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Awesome Aussie Songs

It’s all about Aussie Music - this Podcast will take you on a musical journey from the land Down Under - Interviews with the Stars, Musicians and Songwriters - covering all eras of Australian Rock & Pop Music.

  1. 5 DAYS AGO

    Help is on its Way by the Little River Band

    Help is on its Way was released in April 1977 and it was the lead single from the bands third studio album Diamantina Cocktail. The song was the Little River Bands first and surprisingly only No.1 hit in Australia.Our specials guests are LRB legends, Beeb Birtles and the songs writer, Glenn Shorrock.

    30 min

  2. 5 DAYS AGO

    REISSUE: Curiosity Killed the Cat by the Little River Band

    This is a reissued episode on the Little River Band and their debut single Curiosity Killed the Cat The Little River Band are one of the most successful acts in the history of Australian music. On the US Billboard charts, they’ve had 10 singles reach the Top 20 and they’ve sold more than 30 million records worldwide. The band were renowned for their tight harmonies and brilliant live performances. Our specials guests are LRB legends, Beeb Birtles and Glenn Shorrock.

    41 min

  3. 5 DAYS AGO

    I've Been to Bali Too by Redgum

    I’ve Been to Bali Too was Redgums follow up single to their No.1 classic I Was Only 19 (A Walk in the Light Green). Out of nowhere Redgum had become hot property. I Was Only 19 not only went to No.1 but the song found a place in the heart of a nation.Living in Bali for a time is how John came to write the Bali Blues, which would one day morph into I’ve Been to Bali Too.

    22 min

  4. 5 DAYS AGO

    REISSUE: I Was Only 19 by Redgum

    This is a reissue of our 50th episode on one of the most important songs ever written in Australia, I Was Only 19 (A Walk in the Light Green) by Redgum.Our special guest is the writer of this iconic song John Schumann. Here is the link to songs updated film clip from the movie  Danger Closehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WNTb9_zTvcQ

    59 min

  5. 14/10/2024

    A Little Piece of Peace by Digby Richards

    This episode is on one of the true pioneers of Australian music, Digby Richards and his 1972 hit song A Little Piece of Peace. When released as a single by RCA Records in June 1971, A Little Piece of Peace reached 14 on the Australian charts – a dozens years after his first hit record, Digby was back on the charts again.Sadly, Digby died in 1983 of pancreatic cancer, he was just 42-years-old. His musical legacy lives on and we hope this episode pays tribute to his contribution to Australian music. Our special guest is Digby's former drummer and friend Leon Isackson, as well as Digby's younger brother Doug Richards.

    33 min

  6. 14/10/2024

    REISSUE: Dig Richards & The R 'Jays

    In the early days of Rock 'n' Roll, Dig Richards & the R'Jays were one of the biggest bands in the land. With his movie-star good looks, Dig was Australia's very first teenage idol, and with his band the R'Jays, they were at the forefront of the Rock 'n' Roll revolution in in Australia. They were the first Aussie band to release a full-length album through Festival Records and as a live act, they were as popular as any local band. They also appeared on many of  Lee Gordon’s Big Shows and they played alongside the touring American superstars, more than holding their own.

    36 min

  7. 14/10/2024

    Horror Movie by Skyhooks

    This episode is on Skyhooks and their classic hit Horror Movie.The song was released in December 1974 and became the bands first No.1 single.Our specials guests are Skyhooks guitarist Bongo Starkie and the bands producer, the legendary Ross Wilson.

    35 min

  8. 14/10/2024

    REISSUE: Living in the 70's by Skyhooks

    Skyhooks first hit the charts with their debut single Living in the 70’s. This episode takes a look at this song and the early years of the band. Our special guest is Skyhooks guitarist Bob “Bongo” Starkie.

    21 min
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    It’s all about Aussie Music - this Podcast will take you on a musical journey from the land Down Under - Interviews with the Stars, Musicians and Songwriters - covering all eras of Australian Rock & Pop Music.

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    • Creator
      Mycoast Media
    • Years Active
      2020 - 2025
    • Episodes
      82
    • Rating
      Explicit
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