Super Sonic Chat

Adrian and Leon
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At Super Sonic Chat we love to think differently and deeply about all things music and art. Each episode we pose questions and thought experiments that celebrate music fandom with a bent towards the 90s, the experimental and the icons. Play along with our games, listen to our confessionals, join in with our challenges. Your hosts are a pair of Australian music mavens: Adrian Wauchope, major record label executive and podcast question lord. Leon Loreaux, visual artist, teacher and podcast provocateur. New episodes fortnightly. Reach us at supersonicchat@gmail.com

  1. 25/11/2025

    Surprise Chef is Superb!

    In this episode Adrian and Leon dive deep into the lush, groove-driven world of Melbourne’s very own Surprise Chef, celebrating their brilliant new album 'Superb''. This record marks a turning point for the band — trading their usual meticulous production for something looser, more spontaneous, and full of unbridled joy. Across the conversation, we explore how tracks like “Bully Ball,” “Body Slam,” and the dreamy “Websites” blend jazz-funk, cinematic soul, and experimental textures, revealing a band confidently pushing their sound into energised, playful territory. As part of our Australian music spotlight series, we unpack why Surprise Chef’s 'Superb' feels like both a creative leap and a deeply soulful statement — and why it might just make them one of Australia’s most exciting contemporary instrumental acts.

    44 min

  2. 06/10/2025

    Tropical F*#k Storm - Fairy Land Codex

    A word of warning, there is no escaping using expletives in this episode: it's right there in the band name. In this episode, we discuss the Melbourne art rockers, Tropical F*ck Storm and their 2025 album, Fairyland Codex. This band is a massive favourite of Leon's - he would almost characterise himself as a super fan. This episode is a deep dive into the poetry, noise, chaos and beauty of these avant garde animals. Grab your pepper spray from Kmart and join us for a record where the apocalypse comes with a wink and some howling feedback . It's like Sesame Street hallucinations - guitars that sound like broken transmissions, and lyrics that make you laugh just before they pull the floor out from under you. Tropical F*ck Storm have always thrived by carefully guiding chaos that beautiful, buzzing tension between creation and collapse and re-creation. Tell us what you thought of the album: Fb: https://www.facebook.com/supersonicchat Electronic mailing system: supersonicchat@gmail.com The Twits: https://twitter.com/chat_sonic Insta: https://www.instagram.com/supersonicchat

    48 min

  3. 01/09/2025

    Sweet Chat: Sweet Talk

    On this episode, Leon and Adrian lock horns over one of the most intriguing new Australian acts, Sweet Talk. This season, the boys are on a mission to shine a spotlight on brilliant Australian music that deserves more ears – and Sweet Talk’s rootsy, Americana-infused album has certainly caught Adrian’s. But here’s the rub: Leon can’t stand country or Americana. At least… not usually. After firing off a quick takedown of all things cowboy hats and Dodge Trucks Leon gamely embraces the challenge, turning the conversation toward why Adrian is so taken with this band. The result is a thoughtful and surprisingly entertaining exchange where genre bias meets genuine appreciation. It’s a chat full of wit, passion, and sharp music insight – proof that even when one of them is squirming in his seat, Leon and Adrian are at their best when they’re pulling apart what makes a record tick. Tune in for a Super Sonic Chat where Sweet Talk sparks some very sweet talk indeed. Tell us what you think of the album: Fb: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/supersonicchat⁠ Electronic mailing system: ⁠supersonicchat@gmail.com⁠ The Twits: ⁠https://twitter.com/chat_sonic⁠ Insta: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/supersonicchat⁠

    52 min

  4. 07/07/2025

    Crime In Australia, Party Dozen

    Dance to the noise. Move to the chaos. Maximum fun with maximum experimentation. Experience how Party Dozen brings the energy with just two people. The latest album is explored at length in this episode. Come with us in all the jerking, push, pull, jumping, throbbing pulsing musical directions that this album moves in. Tell us what you think of the album: Fb: https://www.facebook.com/supersonicchat Electronic mailing system: supersonicchat@gmail.com The Twits: https://twitter.com/chat_sonic Insta: https://www.instagram.com/supersonicchat

    59 min

  5. 02/06/2025

    Struggle & Swagger: Genesis Owusu

    Our 2025 mission remains: to shine a spotlight on great Australian music. Here we dive deep into Struggler, the critically acclaimed second album by Genesis Owusu. With its genre-bending soundscape, existential themes, and unrelenting energy, Struggler cements Genesis as one of the most inventive and fearless artists in the Australian music scene—and beyond. We peel back the layers of sonic experimentation, poetic lyricism, and Owusu’s shape-shifting persona. From the post-punk propulsion of “Leaving the Light” to the dystopian funk of “Tied Up!”, we unpack how Struggler wrestles with chaos, identity, and perseverance—anchored by Genesis’s unmistakable voice and bold creative vision. Along the way, we connect the album’s themes to the broader challenge of carving out space for Australian artists in a global market dominated by US and UK acts. Why is Struggler so vital in this cultural moment? What does its international success say about the evolving landscape of Australian music? And how does Genesis Owusu embody the future we hope to see for homegrown artistry? Tune in as we celebrate Struggler — a record that refuses to play by the rules, and a reminder of why Australian music matters on the world stage. Tell us what you think of the album on all the socials: FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/supersonicchat⁠ Electronic mailing system: ⁠supersonicchat@gmail.com⁠ The Twits: ⁠https://x.com/chat_sonic Insta: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/supersonicchat

    50 min

  6. 05/05/2025

    Skeleten, 'Mentalized' Chills and Vibes

    Adrian introduces Leon to something entirely unfamiliar, the chill out, electronic scene. The Sydney artist Skeleten is a master of the mood, the architect of ambient atmosphere and the choreographer of chill. Listen as we talk through this soft, hazy, smooth album that floats along from start to finish. Tell us what you think of the album on all the socials: Fb: https://www.facebook.com/supersonicchat Electronic mailing system: supersonicchat@gmail.com The Twits: https://twitter.com/chat_sonic Insta: https://www.instagram.com/supersonicchat

    46 min

  7. 14/04/2025

    Decoding Love Heart Cheat Code: Hiatus Kaiyote, a Pop Quiz & a Big Surprise

    In this special edition of Super Sonic Chat, part of our series spotlighting Australian music and the artists redefining our sound, we deep-dive into Love Heart Cheat Code, the lush, genre-defying new album from Hiatus Kaiyote. From neo-soul to futuristic funk, we unpack the sonic layers and global influence of one of Australia’s most boundary-pushing bands—and ask the big question: why are Aussie acts still struggling to break through at home and abroad? Plus, get ready to test your music knowledge with a quickfire pop quiz on Australian Grammy winners (spoiler: there are more than you think). And stick around till the end—there’s a little surprise we’ve been saving that marks a very special moment for the pod. Let’s just say, this one’s close to our hearts. 💛

    58 min

  8. 24/03/2025

    Royel Otis 'Pratts & Pain' - the art of beautiful chaos

    Australia, we need to talk. Why does it feel like our best new music has to fight tooth and nail just to get noticed at home? This season, we’re flipping the script and putting the spotlight where it belongs—on the phenomenal new sounds coming from our own backyard. Enter *Pratt’s & Pain*, the latest album from Sydney’s Royal Otis. It’s sun-drenched, offbeat, and absolutely irresistible—a record that proves these guys are here to make your serotonin spike and your sense of cool plummet. In this episode, we dive deep into the Royal Otis universe—where garage pop meets disco weirdness, heartbreak dances with humor, and every track feels like a late-night drive with the windows down. We’ll unpack their sonic wizardry, debate the album’s best sad-banger, and figure out why the hell Australia hasn’t crowned them as indie royalty yet. Find out about Adrian's 'crunch v jangle spectrograph' and Leon's sonic selection of the week. It’s time to back our own. Tune in, turn it up, and let’s make sure the world doesn’t steal this one from us. Tell us what you think of the show: Fb: https://www.facebook.com/supersonicchat Electronic mailing system: supersonicchat@gmail.com The Twits: https://twitter.com/chat_sonic Insta: https://www.instagram.com/supersonicchat

    54 min
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At Super Sonic Chat we love to think differently and deeply about all things music and art. Each episode we pose questions and thought experiments that celebrate music fandom with a bent towards the 90s, the experimental and the icons. Play along with our games, listen to our confessionals, join in with our challenges. Your hosts are a pair of Australian music mavens: Adrian Wauchope, major record label executive and podcast question lord. Leon Loreaux, visual artist, teacher and podcast provocateur. New episodes fortnightly. Reach us at supersonicchat@gmail.com

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  • Creator
    Adrian and Leon
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    107
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 540925
  • Show Website
    Super Sonic Chat