Behind the Hits

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

NOV 14

TRAILER: Introducing Cold Chisel

Think you know the full Cold Chisel story? Think again. Cold Chisel is a new five part podcast series on the rise, split and rebirth of one of Australia’s most successful and iconic rock bands. Featuring exclusive new interviews with all of the band members, the series dives into Cold Chisel’s most iconic moments, features stories never before heard and after 50 years what keeps the band coming back together. Available now on the LiSTNR app. Listen here: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/cold-chisel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1 min
JUL 18

TRAILER: Introducing Gudinski

Gudinski is a five-part podcast series that tells a new side to the story of the late music mogul, Michael Gudinski. Hosted by Michael's daughter Kate Gudinski, the series unpacks her father’s legacy from signing Aussie icons like Kylie Minogue and Jimmy Barnes to touring superstars like Madonna and The Rolling Stones around Australia. Kate explores what drove Michael's passion for music, how he built the Mushroom Group empire and his lasting impact on the music industry. The full series drops August 1. Search “Gudinski” on LiSTNR or wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2 min
MAR 27

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
MAR 5

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
12/19/2023

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
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
12/05/2023

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
11/02/2023

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 UpJames’s 2024 Australian Tour is November. New album ‘Who We Used To Be’ is out now, so is his book ‘Loosely Based On A Made-Up Story’.WARNING – this podcast contains adult themes, explicit language and drug references. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

27 min

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

Channel

LiSTNR
Creator

LiSTNR
Years Active

2022 - 2024
Episodes

37
Rating

Clean
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