The GiGfindr Podcast
Welcome to The GiGfindr Podcast, where we dive deep into music, entertainment and creativity from Tasmania and beyond. Join us as we chat with the artists, performers, creatives and industry insiders who are shaping our cultural landscape. From backstage stories to the moments that inspire, each episode offers a free pass to passion and creativity. Tune in and discover the stories behind the events
Episodes
On this episode of The GiGfindr Podcast I sat down with Felicity Urquhart & Josh Cunningham for a wide-ranging chat about their upcoming Tasmanian tour, their partnership on and off stage, and their long friendship with producer Matt Fell.
We dive into the music, the day-to-day juggle of life on the road, and how, after some dark chapters, they found each other and built a new, hope-filled future together.
This week, I sit down with Tim Watson, singer and songwriter from one of Australia’s most beloved bands, Taxiride. We talk about the whirlwind of past success, the ups and downs of the music business, and where things stand today.
Tim shares how, decades after their chart-topping hits, Taxiride still loves getting out there and performing live — proving that great music never goes out of style.
In this episode of The GiGfindr Podcast, we catch up with talented Tassie singer-songwriter Dylan Boys. With his brilliant new single "700 Miles" making waves,
Dylan opens up about life as a working musician—whether he's gigging solo, in a duo, trio, or full band. We also dive into his experience auditioning for Australian Idol and hear firsthand what it takes to chase the dream while staying grounded in the local mus...
This week, we sit down with Tasmanian musician, singer, and songwriter Justin O'Garey, fresh off the release of his brand-new album "Get The Plough Out." We dig into the stories behind the songs, what it’s like playing live to a home crowd, and why Tasmania is the perfect place to make music.
Justin also opens up about his admiration for Chris Stapleton, what fuels his songwriting, and that one wild night on stage he a...
In this soulful and heartfelt episode, singer-songwriter Kyle Lionhart takes us on an intimate journey through his life and music.
From humble beginnings busking on the streets of Byron Bay to playing shows around the world, Kyle speaks with raw honesty about the highs and lows of forging a music career on his own terms.
He reflects deeply on fatherhood, creativity, and the power of staying true to your voice in a noisy world. This...
From teenage stardom to adult grit, Reece Mastin joins us for a raw and revealing chat about life in and out of the spotlight.
He opens up about his explosive rise as the winner of Australian X Factor, the pressures of life under a major label, and the bold move to reclaim his creative independence.
Reece shares candid stories about his close bond with Jimmy Barnes and the Barnes family, the lessons learned from fame, and his evolu...
Ahead of his upcoming Bon Jovi shows in Tasmania, Aussie singer, actor, and all-round powerhouse Rob Mills drops in for a chat. We dive into his massive career—spanning TV, theatre, musicals, and pop music—and talk about what it takes to keep pushing boundaries in the Aussie entertainment scene.
Rob also opens up about his advocacy for mental health and his important work as an R U OK? ambassador.
It's a great chat with a true ...
In the grand tradition of rave duos, Damian Cowell (ex TISM) and Tony Martin (comedy royalty) hook up, drop whatever gear they can get their hands on and then crank up the Casio and let fly. Like two aged retirees gate-crashing a doof set, this is, they are, The Arseless Chaps.
From Launceston to the world stage, Marshall Cullen’s journey through the music industry is anything but ordinary. In this episode, we chat with the man who’s spent his life behind the scenes, making the magic happen.
From mixing live bands as a teenager to running his own recording studio, record label, and publishing company, Marshall has worn just about every hat in the business.
Tune in as we explore his incredible path as a pr...
From her early songwriting shackles to full creative freedom, Sarah McLeod of The Superjesus takes us on a no-holds-barred ride through her 30-year career. She opens up about her battles with control, breaking through as a songwriter, and why she's still rocking stages—with a brand-new album to prove it. Raw, real, and louder than ever.
This episode features the brilliant Taasha Coates from The Audreys.
We dive into the hauntingly beautiful new album Ruin and Repair, the national tour of the same name, and explore her thoughts on melancholy, songwriting, and the messy wonder of life itself.
A warm, honest, and often funny chat with one of Australia’s most compelling voices.
This week on the GiGfindr Podcast, we sit down with award-winning producer and musical mastermind Matt Fell — the man behind some of Australia's most iconic sounds.
From shaping ARIA-winning albums to playing alongside some of the country’s biggest artists to his move to Tasmania. Matt pulls back the curtain on the studio magic, the joy of music-making, and the moments that matter.
Tune in for tales from behind the desk, on the...
The GiGfindr Podcast
In this episode, we sit down with Matt Young, the fearless frontman of Aussie grindcore legends King Parrot. From chaotic live shows to global tours, Matt dives into the band’s wild journey, the DIY ethic that fuels their fire, and what it takes to scream your guts out night after night. It’s raw, real, and loud—just the way we like it.
This week on Jimmy and The Lord, we dive headfirst into the bizarre kale smoothie that is the Wellness Industry—crystals, cold plunges, colonics and all. Meanwhile, Lordy has a close encounter of the Fingal kind after allegedly spotting a flying saucer over Tasmania’s quaintest little town.
But the real cosmic event? A new contestant enters the arena for Rock Brain of the Universe: meet Laser Fandango—musician, writer, actor, puppet...
Join us as we dive beak-first into the seaside charm of Penguin, Tasmania—where the views are stunning, the air is salty, and the town is only slightly less famous than its namesake bird.
We’ll uncover what makes this coastal gem great, plus, it’s Heat 8 of Rock Brain of The Universe! This time, Pete "Woody" Woodhouse is back on a Wild Card entry after his spectacular zero-from-five faceplant. Can he claw his way to redemption, or ...
🔥 Jimmy & The Lord – Live from the Green Room with Bo Diddley! 🎸
Strap in for a wild ride as Jimmy and Lordy crack open a cold one and rewind to 1976, when Lordy scored a golden ticket backstage at the Bo Diddley concert in Burnie. Armed with a camera and a front-row seat to the madness, he snapped some killer shots and soaked up stories straight from the legend himself.
The lads also dive into some altar boy mayhem (yes, it’s ...
🎙️ Jimmy and The Lord – Live Aboard The Love Boat! 🚢🔥
Strap in (or should we say, lifejacket up?) as Jimmy and Lordy set sail on the high seas of romance, chaos, and questionable decisions! Gifted two VIP passes (because who wouldn’t want these two reviewing an over-40s singles cruise?), the boys are floating through the Pacific, cocktails in hand, ready to report back on love, lust, and the bizarre human zoo that unfolds when yo...
🔥 The GiGfindr Podcast – Featuring Mark Williams of Dragon! 🎤🔥
From the early years in New Zealand in the 70s to fronting one of Australia’s most iconic rock bands, Mark Williams has seen it all. In this episode, the legendary singer shares stories from his incredible career—his solo success, backing vocals for the biggest names in the biz, and the phone call from Todd Hunter that led him to Dragon.
🎧 Tune in for an exclusive dee...
🔥 Jimmy and The Lord – The Podcast That Pulls No Punches! 🔥
This week, we’re broadcasting live (well, not really) from the legendary Lloyd Campbell’s in Devonport—back when disco was king, cigarettes were a food group, and deals were done with a handshake (or a wink).
We’re diving into the wild tales of Mr. Cash—a man who bought, sold, and acquired all sorts of things. Was he a businessman? A hustler? A modern-day pirate? Maybe all...
Strap in for a wild ride as Jimmy and Lordy take you on a no-holds-barred romp through the weird, the wonderful, and the utterly ridiculous. This week, Lordy dishes out pro wisdom in "Ask Lordy", tackling the high-stakes world of Boudoir Photography (spoiler: things get steamy and/or awkward).
Meanwhile, in "Rock Brain of The Universe," our fearless contestant, Eleanor Rigby, steps up to prove she’s more than jus...
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