Still Rockin' It - Cheryl Lee

That Radio Chick - Cheryl Lee
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Join Cheryl Lee That Radio Chick on Still Rockin' It for news, reviews and interviews with some of our favourite Australian musicians. What are they up to at the moment? Let's find out .......

  1. 4D AGO

    What has Michael Paynter been up to lately? OR From Jesus to John Farnham

    Send a text Join Cheryl Lee - That Radio Chick on STILL ROCKIN' IT for news, reviews, music and interviews with some of our favourite Australian musicians The equipment in the background tell part of the story—but the rest comes from grit, range, and an instinct for what makes a song fit like your favorite jeans.  We sit with Michael Paynter to chart the path from a kid at the piano to a singer-guitarist trusted by Jimmy Barnes, performing on the AFL Grand Final stage with Robbie Williams, and now the lead stepping into John Farnham’s legacy with Whispering Jack - The John Farnham Musical.  Michael opens up about the voice behind the accolades—why big notes are less important than honest phrasing, how Jesus Christ Superstar pushed him to the edge in the best way, and why he rates Miley Cyrus among the great modern vocalists. We talk shop, but also about the quiet work: mixing on a laptop until time to take the stage, dialing back the studio grind when the road gets heavy, and protecting the joy that fuels a long career.  The Great Australian Songbook national tour is built for discovery. No fixed setlist. Different guests each show. Beloved classics chosen for feel, not obligation—yes, that means he’s happy to skip Khe Sanh and Great Southern Land when the moment calls for a different mood. Away from the lights, Michael talks about parenting three young daughters, learning piano for the mind as much as the music, and modeling what it takes to turn a wild passion into real work. Join us for a warm conversation that blends behind-the-scenes stories with practical wisdom for musicians and fans.  If this resonated, follow the show, share it with a friend who loves Aussie music, and leave a quick review to help others discover it. What has Michael Paynter been up to lately?  Let's find out! Get out when you can, support local music and I'll see you down the front!! Visit: ThatRadioChick.com.au

    17 min

  2. 6D AGO

    What has Hugh Sheridan been up to lately? OR A Crooner, A Rapper and a Thunderstorm Walk Into a Fringe Show

    Send a text Join Cheryl Lee - That Radio Chick on STILL ROCKIN' IT for news, reviews, music and interviews with some of our favourite Australian musicians Sinatra’s swagger meets a mic‑drop freestyle and the result is pure delight. We sit down with Adelaide’s own Hugh Sheridan to trace the spark that began on a kitchen‑table “stage” at age five and follow it all the way to a sharpened, joy‑driven career across theater, TV, and a beloved live act: the California Crooners Club. Hugh opens up about growing up in a creative family of seven children, a jazz‑playing dad, and the tough‑love push that turned dance from weakness into strength—proof that triple‑threat isn’t a label, it’s a work ethic. Then we dig into the California Crooners Club itself: the Rat Pack look, tight harmonies, and bold arrangements that splice classics with modern edge. The signature twist arrives when Gabe steps forward to rap over standards, a move that wakes up nostalgia and makes new fans out of skeptics. With the show returning to the Adelaide Fringe, Hugh teases a fresh setlist full of old‑school gems, a Supremes tribute (sshhhhh), and a few timely surprises, all built to make the room light up. Along the way, we touch the tender stuff—releasing jazz recordings with his late father, crafting a Christmas album rooted in Adelaide, and writing a holiday track that’s joyful and honest. Hugh also shares the real calculus behind career choices, from a left‑field run on The Masked Singer to the screen roles that many still cherish, including Pack to the Rafters and the INXS mini‑series. What ties it all together is a simple aim: entertain well, tell the truth in song, and send people home feeling better than they arrived. If you love live music, swing, Motown, clever mashups, or just a good origin story, this one’s for you. If you enjoy the show, follow the podcast, share it with a friend, and leave a quick review—what classic would you love to hear remixed at the next California Crooners Club night? What has Hugh Sheridan and The California Crooners Club been up to lately?  Let's find out! Get out when you can, support local music and I'll see you down the front!! Visit: ThatRadioChick.com.au

    26 min

  3. FEB 7

    What have MONSTR been up to lately? OR Four Australian Rock Veterans Turn MTV Unplugged Classics Into A Live, Intimate Tour Experience

    Send us a text Join Cheryl Lee - That Radio Chick on STILL ROCKIN' IT for news, reviews, music and interviews with some of our favourite Australian musicians What happens when four road‑tested artists put ego aside, pick up acoustics, and chase the pure heart of a song? We sat down with Monstr—a supergroup featuring members from The Superjesus, The Screaming Jets, TaxiRide and Dragon—to unpack how they’re reviving the spirit of MTV Unplugged while keeping it fiercely alive for today’s crowds. From their first studio step with Tears in Heaven to bold turns on Mariah Carey and Rod Stewart, the band shows why a strong melody and a truthful lyric can survive any arrangement. We dig into the art of curation: balancing Seattle-era grit with pop brilliance, threading Bryan Adams’ emotional punch through Live’s cathartic anthems, and slipping mandolin and 12‑string textures into places you don’t expect. Each choice serves the room, not the playlist. That means rotating setlists, key changes that respect the singer, and arrangements that let the chorus breathe. Along the way, we swap stories about the moments these songs scored in our lives—because music is a time machine—and how that memory shapes performance. When Jimi lights up recalling Bryan Adams, or Pete leans into Emotions with a grin, you can feel the crowd lean closer. Another spark here is community. Monstr brings together fanbases that rarely overlap, and that chemistry is electric. Screaming Jets shirts stand next to TaxiRide diehards, and by the end of the night, new favorites have been made on all sides. We talk Adelaide Fringe excitement, the thrill of sold‑out rooms, and why recording select cuts from the live list is the next smart move—capturing the unguarded takes that turned skeptics into believers. If you love acoustic performances, 90s rock, classic pop, Aussie music, or just want to hear great songs stripped to the bone and rebuilt with care, this one is for you. Listen now, share it with a friend who lived through the MTV Unplugged era, and leave a quick review to help more music lovers find the show. Got a must-hear acoustic classic we should cover? Tell us—your pick might make the next set. What have Stu Rudd, Jimi Hocking, Jason Singh and Peter Drummond been up to lately?  Let's find out! Get out when you can, support local music and I'll see you down the front!! Visit: ThatRadioChick.com.au

    15 min

  4. JAN 28

    What has Max Jackson been up to lately? OR Denim, Guitars, And A Golden Glow

    Send us a text Join Cheryl Lee - That Radio Chick on STILL ROCKIN' IT for news, reviews, music and interviews with some of our favourite Australian musicians Four Golden Guitars, a sold-out Tamworth, and a denim-clad manifesto—Max Jackson joins us to open the door on Dangerous in Denim and why albums still matter. We kick off with the festival whirlwind, then dive into how she shaped an 11-track set that plays like a story from the first needle drop to the last ring-out. Vinyl and CDs are coming because this record is meant to be lived with, not skimmed. Max takes us behind the pen, from writing rooms in Australia with Nolan Wynne, Gavin Carfoot, Amy and George Shepherd, and Kaylee Bell to Nashville sessions that brought fresh edges to her sound. We talk about the five unheard tracks as the connective tissue that turns familiar singles into a unified journey. Then we trace the unlikely rocket fuel: Little More Country. What started as a single became a series of reimagined classics—Dancing Queen, Summer of ’69—that racked up millions of views, hit viral charts in Sweden and Norway, and even caught ABBA’s attention. It’s proof that great songs survive translation when you treat them with heart and craft. There’s more. A last-minute TV slot sparked Country Heart Can, written and recorded in two days with help from The Wolfe Brothers and producer Rod McCormack, earning a Golden Guitar nomination.  Max shares how small-town roots in Coonamble and a deep creative partnership with her husband Jeremy keep the engine steady, even as international invites roll in.  We also celebrate the broader wave: a 90s-country-style resurgence where boots, belt buckles, and big choruses feel fresh again—and Australian country is ready to travel. If you love albums that breathe, stories that unfold track by track, and artists who build real community—think VIP breakfasts, acoustic mornings, and fans who become friends—this one’s for you. Visit maxjackson.com.au to pre-order Dangerous in Denim and if the conversation moved you, subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review—what song do you want to hear made a little more country next? What has Max Jackson been up to lately?  Let's find out! Get out when you can, support local music and I'll see you down the front!! Visit: ThatRadioChick.com.au

    21 min

  5. JAN 21

    What have the Ukulele Death Squad been up to lately? OR 8 musicians, maniacs and misfits wielding the ukulele as a weapon of chaos

    Send us a text Join Cheryl Lee - That Radio Chick on STILL ROCKIN' IT for news, reviews, music and interviews with some of our favourite Australian musicians A riverboat singalong, a distillery by the sea, and a double single with bite—this conversation with Alice from the Ukulele Death Squad proves folk can throw a party and break your heart in the same breath. We trace the band’s leap from Adelaide origins to a national tour anchored by the Adelaide Fringe, sold-out Popeye sets, and a Port Adelaide performance that turns sea shanties into a communal rite. Alice opens up about joining mid-pandemic, when border chaos forced the group to reconfigure and keep the music alive, ultimately cementing her place as a vocalist, trumpeter, and keys player who writes and leads with story. We dive into The Curse of the Nipple Tape, a double single that shows the Squad’s range. F%ck The Man winks as a cheeky shanty calling out everyday male misfires, while Lowlands Away pulls the tempo down to reveal a haunting, dreamlike narrative of love, loss, and fate at sea. Instead of leaning on a rousing chorus, the band chooses intimacy and clarity, letting the lyrics do the heavy lift. That same care fuels the live show: Latin percussion, soulful brass, and finger-burning ukulele leads, all woven by a cast that treats each set like folk theatre. The promise is simple—arrive as strangers, leave hoarse from singing. There’s more on the horizon: a northern trek to Coober Pedy, plans for another international run after past tours across Germany, Ireland, Scotland, England, France, Belgium, and New Zealand, plus fresh releases mixing renovated older songs with brand-new material.  If you’re curious where to start, hit YouTube for live clips, spin the new tracks on Spotify or Apple Music, and visit the website for dates. And if you can make it to Port Adelaide, bring your voice—the chorus belongs to everyone. Enjoy the conversation? Follow the show, share this episode with a friend who loves folk with teeth, and leave a quick review so others can find it. Your support helps keep the music moving. What have the Ukulele Death Squad been up to lately?  Let's find out! Get out when you can, support local music and I'll see you down the front!! Visit: ThatRadioChick.com.au

    17 min

  6. JAN 19

    What have Sisters Doll been up to lately? OR Four Brothers, One Band, Big Hair and Bigger Hooks

    Send us a text Join Cheryl Lee - That Radio Chick on STILL ROCKIN' IT for news, reviews, music and interviews with some of our favourite Australian musicians A rock band that actually earned the word “juggernaut” isn’t built overnight. We sit with Sisters Doll—now a fully-fledged four-brother unit—to unpack how a noisy childhood in Collie turned into a decade of theatrical rock, national tours, and a chorus that won’t quit. From posters on the wall to festival cruise stages, the path is messy, loud, and deeply human. We trace the move from Western Australia to Melbourne, the decision to keep the band in the family, and the balance between sibling honesty and onstage chemistry. The guys get candid about Australia’s Got Talent: the surreal speed of TV, the reality behind the scenes, and why they treated airtime as a launchpad rather than a shortcut. They share what it felt like to be voted onto the KISS Cruise, swap stories about also sharing stages with Extreme, The Angels, and Rose Tattoo, and explain how those high-pressure sets sharpened their live show into something explosive. At the center is Good Day To Be Alive, a set-closer that grew from reliable crowd-pleaser into a statement piece. The band breaks down why they re-recorded it with the full lineup, how inviting fans to add gang vocals changed the vibe, and what it means to refresh a song without losing the spark that made it connect.  We round things out with tour news, near sell-outs in Adelaide, and the simple truth that great rock still thrives where the chorus meets a room full of voices. If you love big hooks, sweat-soaked choruses, and bands that treat fans like family, this one’s for you.  Hit follow, share with a friend who needs a live show on the calendar, and leave a quick review to help more rock fans find the pod. What have Sisters Doll been up to lately?  Let's find out! Get out when you can, support local music and I'll see you down the front!! Visit: ThatRadioChick.com.au

    18 min

  7. 11/26/2025

    What has Chloe Marks and The Mayhem been up to lately? OR A song that costs less then a therapist !!

    Send us a text Join Cheryl Lee - That Radio Chick on STILL ROCKIN' IT for news, reviews, music and interviews with some of our favourite Australian musicians A drum kit at five, a guitar at eight, and a lifetime of rhythm later—Chloe Marks found her voice where blues grit meets country storytelling. We sit down with Chloe to chart the road from Innisfail to full-time musician, tracing the early marching-band chops and jazz rehearsals that quietly shaped her modern, Americana-leaning sound. Along the way, she breaks down how a university blues-rock project flipped into a professional career, then pivoted into country after a transformative run through Tamworth’s stages and community. What stands out is the discipline behind the art. Chloe writes three to four songs a week and has stacked more than 400 originals, a practice-first approach that sharpened her instincts and unlocked songs that waited years to find the right moment. We talk through the unexpected arc of her recent releases—from Carolina’s broader canvas to the raw honesty of Skip September—where she keeps the details intact and trusts listeners to meet her in the truth. That courage culminates in Cheaper Than Therapy, a confessional, late-night groove that feels like a happy ending because it embraces the mess and keeps going. The Mayhem’s chemistry powers the lift: Ellen Hartwig on bass, Matthew Beagley on guitar, Madison Rossetto on keys and vocals, and JP on drums—bandmates with a decade of shared history who know when to push and when to leave space.  Offstage, Chloe’s world moves fast too, from years in action sports to a home buzzing with kids discovering their own instruments. We also map out show dates across Brisbane, the Gold Coast, and Tamworth, and the plan to take the music wider across Australia next year. If you love country that values craft, vulnerability, and big hooks, this one’s for you. Listen now, share it with a friend who needs a song that tells the truth, and subscribe for more artist stories that cut through. Got a favorite line from Cheaper Than Therapy? Leave a review and tell us why it hit you. What has Chloe Marks been up to lately?  Let's find out! Get out when you can, support local music and I'll see you down the front!! Visit: ThatRadioChick.com.au

    20 min

  8. 11/10/2025

    What has Diesel been up to lately? OR Supermarket Speakers, Moon River and Touring By Request

    Send us a text Join Cheryl Lee - That Radio Chick on STILL ROCKIN' IT for news, reviews, music and interviews with some of our favourite Australian musicians A carrot for a mic, a song over supermarket speakers, and a stealthy dash down the confectionery aisle—Diesel opens with a grin and then gets real about what it takes to build shows that last.  We dig into why theaters are his sweet spot right now: reliable sound, warm lights, comfortable seats, and the space to let a decades-deep catalog breathe. Long sets aren’t a stunt; they’re how you honor history while making room for surprises, including a few covers that sharpen the edges of the night. The heart of the conversation is the By Request Tour. Fans pick songs from a curated list and can share the stories behind their choices. Diesel reads those notes slowly, often more than once, and the effect is profound: proof that music isn’t background noise but a lifeline for mental health, memory, and connection. From funny requests aimed at mending a breakup to three-generation tributes, the pile of letters has reshaped how he sees his own work. We also talk about the unexpected star of the request box—Moon River—and why its melancholy glow still cuts through in 2025, alongside staples like Crying Shame and Tip of My Tongue. There’s plenty of road talk too: desert festivals from Birdsville to Mundi Mundi, the abstract beauty of Australia from 30,000 feet, and the balance of touring with family life, early summer mornings, and a little baking on the side.  Diesel shares recent collaborations, producing credits with artists like Richard Clapton, Vika and Linda, and Imogen Clark, and hints at a new album planned for 2026.  New theater dates run January to April, with a homecoming at the Sydney Opera House—proof that careful craft and genuine connection still fill rooms. If you love stories about how songs find people—and how people shape songs in return—press play, share it with a friend who needs a lift, and leave a review to help more listeners find the show. What has Mark Lizotte been up to lately?  Let's find out! Get out when you can, support local music and I'll see you down the front!! Visit: ThatRadioChick.com.au

    22 min
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Join Cheryl Lee That Radio Chick on Still Rockin' It for news, reviews and interviews with some of our favourite Australian musicians. What are they up to at the moment? Let's find out .......

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  • Creator
    That Radio Chick - Cheryl Lee
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    179
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Still Rockin' It - Cheryl Lee
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