Behind the Hits

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The stories behind music’s most iconic songs with interviews from the artists who made them.

  1. TRAILER: Introducing The Moment it Changed - Touchdown

    04/06/2025

    TRAILER: Introducing The Moment it Changed - Touchdown

    Shows like Australian Idol, The X Factor, and The Voice told the nation anyone could be a superstar. So why do so many winners seem to vanish as quickly as they appear? In the latest season of The Moment it Changed - 'Touchdown', former contestants, judges and producers are lifting the lid on music reality television. Join Host Nic Kelly to uncover the impact reality television had on the music industry, why a TV show doesn’t guarantee you a shortcut to superstardom, and the forces behind the camera pulling the strings to make or break careers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    3 min
  2. Nirvana - Down & Under

    27/03/2024

    Nirvana - Down & Under

    On the 30th anniversary of the death of Kurt Cobain, we go inside Nirvana’s only Australian tour. In 1992 as they released the world-changing album ‘Nevermind’, Nirvana came to Australia to honour a deal to play the first Big Day Out. Hear audio from Kurt Cobain, Krist Novoselic, and Dave Grohl as we reveal what happened on their visit Downunder from those that were there. Exclusive never-heard-before audio from Nirvana Publicist Mandy Baron, Rock Photographer Tony Mott, Artist Manager John Watson, Screaming Jets Dave Gleeson, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, Courtney Love, New Order’s Peter Hook, Richie Lewis from Tumbleweed, Amy Lee from Evanescence, Cherry Bar's James Young and Producer Mark Opitz.Warning: Contains explicit language, drug use and references to suicide.If you or someone you know needs help, please call Lifeline on 131114. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    57 min
  3. Evanescence – Rise of the Fallen

    05/03/2024

    Evanescence – Rise of the Fallen

    We sit down with Amy Lee, 20 years since Fallen, to get her exclusive side of the Evanescence story.Two decades on from one of the best-selling rock albums of the century, Amy Lee opens up exclusively to Behind The Hits. Hear baby-voiced Amy chat to us alongside Ben Moody on the album’s release, then again in 2004 as she asserts herself as the band’s leader and chief songwriter. Plus you’ll hear from Amy now, two decades on, as she reflects on the band’s highs and lows and what that iconic album still means.Dave Gleeson hosts the story of Evanescence.Warning – this episode features discussion around addiction. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    34 min
  4. AC/DC – Beyond a Band of Brothers (Part 3)

    19/12/2023

    AC/DC – Beyond a Band of Brothers (Part 3)

    As AC/DC announce a tour, we look at their resurgence from the 90s to now & what the future looks like for the band.AC/DC remain one of the most influential bands of all time, five decades into their stellar career. They’ve sold over 300 million albums yet have never diverted from their trademark sound or sold out, inspiring countless musical artists along the way.50 years since their first gig, this is the final act of our 3-part series telling the story of AC/DC. You’ll hear the story straight from Angus and Malcolm Young, Brian Johnson and Phil Rudd plus music industry legends Dave Gleeson, Michael Chugg, Molly Meldrum, Michael Browning, John Watson, Mark Opitz and Fifa Riccobono.Famous fans like Linkin Park’s Mike Shinoda, Chris Cheney from The Living End, Jimmy Barnes, Def Leppard’s Phil Colleen, Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons from Kiss and Daryl Braithwaite will speak about how they’ve been influenced by ACDC.Hosted by Triple M’s Matty O.Episode 1 AC/DC: The Bon Scott Era and Episode 2 AC/DC – The Brian Johnson Era are available now.Warning: This series contains language and drug references. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    39 min
  5. AC/DC – The Brian Johnson Era (Part 2)

    12/12/2023

    AC/DC – The Brian Johnson Era (Part 2)

    From the death of Bon Scott to the launch of Brian Johnson, Ep 2 looks at how AC/DC became one of the biggest rock groups on the planet.As the 80s dawned, AC/DC verged on world domination. They’d achieve it, but without the man who made them. This episode examines the intrigue over Bon Scott’s death, how AC/DC not only survived tragedy – but triumphed, and became even more popular than ever before. Half a century since their first ever gig, this is the second part of our 3-part series telling the story of ACDC. You’ll hear the AC/DC story straight from Angus and Malcolm Young, Bon Scott and Brian Johnson plus music industry legends Dave Gleeson, Michael Chugg, Michael Browning, Mark Opitz and Fifa Riccobono. Hosted by Triple M’s Matty O. Episode 1 – AC/DC: The Bon Scott Era – available now Episode 3 – AC/DC: Beyond a Band of Brothers – coming 20 December 2023Warning: Language and drug references.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    30 min
  6. AC/DC – The Bon Scott Era (Part 1)

    05/12/2023

    AC/DC – The Bon Scott Era (Part 1)

    Behind The Hits of Australia’s greatest rock band and this month marks 50 years since their first gig. This 3-part series delves into the eras of AC/DC’s remarkable career. Hear the inside story from the band themselves, and key players behind the scenes during crucial moments. This episode details the rockstar life of one of Australia’s greatest frontmen – Bon Scott.Hear from AC/DC band members Bon Scott, Angus and Malcolm Young, Mark Evans, Cliff Williams, plus music industry legends Iva Davies, Molly Meldrum, Michael Chugg, Michael Browning, Mark Opitz and Fifa Riccobono. Hosted by Triple M’s Matty O. Episode 2 – AC/DC: The Brian Johnson Era – coming 13 December 2023Episode 3 – ACDC: Beyond a Band of Brothers – coming 20 December 2023Warning: Language and drug references. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    48 min
  7. Being Blunt: The Most Mind-Blowing Rock Stories

    02/11/2023

    Being Blunt: The Most Mind-Blowing Rock Stories

    Warning: The most jaw-dropping rock’n’roll stories from the least likely rock and roller. This podcast is NSFW. If you like James Blunt on Twitter, this is the podcast for you!Stories:1. Hash Brownies2. The Finger3. A Shallow Grave4. The Biker5. The Stalker6. “Help Me!”7. My Song I Hate8. Elton John Set Me UpWARNING – this podcast contains adult themes, explicit language and drug references. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    27 min
  8. The Living End - Tell All For The First Time

    11/10/2023

    The Living End - Tell All For The First Time

    Hosts Chris Cheney & Scott Owen tell their best rock’n’roll stories revealing their famous firsts, as The Living End celebrate 25 years since their first self-titled album. As the band look back on this seminal album, they remember some pivotal ‘First Times’ for the Living End – like their first rock feud, their first jobs and the first celebrities that excited and disappointed them.Chris and Scott take on hosting duties in this special episode of Behind The Hits.25 years on from its original release, ‘THE LIVING END’ ANNIVERSARY EDITION is out now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    34 min
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The stories behind music’s most iconic songs with interviews from the artists who made them.

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    LiSTNR
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  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    35
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    Clean
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