Hear 2 Zen Podcast

Episode 248 – Shane Told (Silverstein) is here and it's a banger! This week on The Hear 2 Zen Podcast, we’re pumped to welcome Shane Told , frontman of Canadian post-hardcore icons Silverstein , as they gear up to celebrate 25 Years of Noise with their massive Australian tour this August! We dive into: The chaos of playing lightning-fast sets at Soundwave The ultimate showdown: Hungry Jacks vs...

Welcome to Episode 247We’re stoked to welcome a supergroup in the making — say hello to CLOSE ENEMIES! The name might be new to you, but the lineup is nothing short of legendary:Tom Hamilton (AEROSMITH)Tony Brock (THE BABYS)Peter Stroud (Sheryl Crow)Trace Foster (AC/DC's tech wizard)Chasen Hampton, who’s been performing since the age of 11 (yep, from the Mickey Mouse Club days!)Together, these...

Welcome to Episode 246 In this episode we are joined by the legendary Snake Sabo from Skid Row. Snake joined us for almost 90 minutes and there is nothing off limits. We talk about the state of Skid Row currently with their search for a new singer, and then we move on to celebrating the album Subhuman Race, which turned 30 this year. We go in depth and talk about the songs, the band dynamics and t...

Welcome To Episode 243 In this episode we are joined by former INXS front man JD Fortune JD dropped by to talk about his return to Australian stages for his  first ever headline tour  this October with his band to perform the Best of  INXS ! We talk about JD’s time with the band, recording the album and the videos, as well as some behind the scenes gossip about the show. JD touches on his relation...

Welcome To Episode 37 of The Hear 2 Zen Podcast Today we go a little bit country with two interviews. First is Casey Barnes and up after that is Andrew Farriss. Golden Guitar winner, and one of Australia’s best country rockers, Casey Barnes has on Friday released his first foray into pop with a striking new single “Come Turn Me On”, following the success of his ARIA #1 Australian Country Album, To...

Welcome To Episode 36 of The Hear 2 Zen Podcast  Today we are joined by Seeb Levermann from Orden Ogan Germany’s Orden Ogan, one of the most successful power metal bands of the last decade, released their brand new album, Final Days, on March 12 via AFM Records. Since the band’s last release, the superb "Gunmen“, Orden Ogan have been at the forefront of power metal. The album, once again produced...

Welcome to episode 229 In this episode we are joined by Toby Rand from AshenMoon AshenMoon are best described as a fusion of 70’s, Modern Rock and Classic Aussie Pub Rock, and the buzz surrounding this band is huge and they are headed our way for their debut Aussie shows. Toby drops by to chat about so much. Be it the upcoming shows, how the initial connection with Gary was made, the collective in...

Welcome To Episode 35 Today we are joined by Jerry Horton, from Papa Roach. Iconic, multi-platinum rock band PAPA ROACH continue their legacy as one of the leading music groups of the 21st century with the release of their second greatest hits compilation, GREATEST HITS VOL. 2: THE BETTER NOISE YEARS. The compilation commemorates their continued success as a top-selling recording and touring act d...

Welcome To Episode 34 Today's episode sees us joined by promoter Andrew McManus. Andrew is the CEO of 1 World Entertainment and has toured such acts as Kiss, Fleetwood Mac, ZZ Top, Lenny Kravitz and more. Andrew and his team are also behind the festival Under The Southern Stars, which will be the first festivals in Australia to feature international artists, since the Covid 19 outbreak. The li...

Welcome To Episode 33 In this episode we are joined by Luke Morley from British hard-rockers, Thunder, release of their 13th studio album ‘All The Right Noises’ on 12th March 2021.Since their debut album “Backstreet Symphony” in 1990 the no hold barred sound of the band has seen them create a hugely successful 30+ year career. Consisting of vocalist extraordinaire Danny Bowes and songwriting geniu...

Welcome To Episode 32 Today we chat with The Soul Movers Fronted by Lizzie Mack and her brother in soul, (much-loved ex-Red Wiggle) Murray Cook, The Soul Movers include top-ranking session legends, bassist Rodney Auld with deputy Matt Crawford – on bass guitar (Jon English, The Beatle Boys). ​ Marko Simec (Waiting For Guinness) on soul keys ​and the legendary Luke Herbert (Lucky Oceans, Troy Cassa...

Welcome to Episode 31 Today we are joined by Melbourne based singer songwriter Karly Jewell. At the age of 5 she picked up her Grandfather's Guitar (Highly acclaimed Country Singer- Songwriter (late) Tony Jewell) known for his close work with one of the biggest Country Music Artists in Australia Slim Dusty. The creativity was in her blood & passed down to create her own story through music...

Welcome To Episode 30 This episode we are joined by Rusty from Electric Mary. They are one of Australia’s great rock bands. The band will be part of the upcoming Under The Southern Stars tour with Rose Tattoo, Stone Temple Pilots, Bush and headliner Cheap Trick. We also talk about Rusty’s new business Be Inside The Circle, which sees him helping artists navigate the music business leaning on his y...

Welcome To Episode 29 In this episode we chat with Odette Odette today releases her second studio album Herald and announces a string of national dates in support of the release. A triumphant follow up to her highly acclaimed debut record, 2018’s To A Stranger, the songs on Herald leave no subjective stone unturned. Love, heartbreak, grief, anger, self-analysis, accountability—you name it, it’s on...

Welcome To Episode 28 Today we are joined Clint Hyndman from Something For Kate Something For Kate have just released their first album in 8 years The Modern Medieval, an eclectic mix of songs that show why the band has lasted over 2 decades and built a loyal following of fans world wide With tracks like ‘Situation Room’, ‘Waste Our Breath’, ‘Supercomputer’ and ‘Come Back Before I Come Back To My...

Welcome To Episode 27 In this episode we are joined by the amazing Kate Miller Heidki. The internationally acclaimed Brisbane singer-songwriter releases her 5th studio album Child In Reverse today October 30th. It is her first pop oriented album in six years and possibly her most pop album yet. It features 11 shots of love and every emotion available mixed with great melodies and Hayley and I are...

Welcome To Episode 26 In this episode we are joined by Midnight Drags Midnight Drags is the solo project of artist Lucas James, and has some definite Kings of Leon and Killers vibes!! The single Ronnie is an absolute ripper that really takes you through some rocky pop hooks and features an outstanding collective of Australian talent; with Lucas James on vocals, guitar, percussion, and synth, Ashle...

Welcome To Episode 25. In this episode we chat with Terra Lightfoot Strong, sure-footed and soulful, Terra Lightfoot's new album Consider the Speed sees the artist finding new roots on the road, and at home in her own skin more than ever before. On this Memphis-recorded session, the acclaimed singer-songwriter-guitarist is in top form, backed by seasoned session ringers and captured by Grammy-...

Welcome To Episode 24 Today we are joined by Brian Canham from Psuedo Echo. With a history spanning almost 40 years, gold and platinum albums, and a string of hit singles including the world-wide smash hit “Funky Town”, an ever-evolving Pseudo Echo now take us on yet another adventure, this time to another realm, a musical journey into the unexpected, with the sophisticated "After Party"...

Welcome To Episode 23. Today we are joined by Dave Gleeson from The Screaming Jets, who have just released a new 5-track EP, titled BITTER PILL, on October 9. Faced with an uncertain future and cancelled tour dates, and a very slim chance of getting together as a band in the short term, The Jets set to work earlier this year to reflect on the band’s past and carve a way forward. Six months of week...

Welcome To Episode 22 In this episode we are joined by actor and multi instrumentalist Zach Throne. He has appeared on TV Shows such as The Heights and Beverly Hills 90210. Throne is also a member of ex Kiss guitarist Bruce Kulick's solo band. More recently he has come on board to play guitar with Corey Taylor (Slipknot & Stone Sour) and is part of the line up featured on Corey's debut...

Welcome to Episode 21 Today we chat with Carrie Stevens Carrie Stevens is an author, actress and model. She was born in Buffalo, NY and grew up in the small town of Hardwick, Massachusetts. Carrie has been enjoying many years of landing dream jobs gigs on hit TV shows, in major motion pictures and appearing in major magazines such as Cosmopolitan, Glamour, Allure, and of course Playboy Magazine as...

Welcome To Episode 20In this episode we catch up with Tony Cardenas Montana Of Shadow & The Thrill Shadow & The Thrill are a modern, blues infused, groove laden, hook filled melodic rock band that comes from the streets of Los Angeles and New Orleans bringing you songs of salvation to soothe the soul! Made up Tony Cardenas-Montana, as a Grammy nominated (Great White), certified multi-plati...

Welcome To Episode 19 In this episode we chat with Nathan Cavaleri. Nathan checked in with us ahead of his upcoming solo album "Demons" and feature on Australian Story. We discuss his career, struggling with mental illness and how he fought back from the brink to produce not just the brilliant guitar playing he is known for but also brilliant songs. Nathan has persevered through a lot in...

Welcome To Episode 18 In this episode we chat with Myles Knox from Sydney based outrageous four-piece, Reliqa, are setting out to scratch the collective itch for passionate, flavoursome and open minded heavy music - and epic new single "Mr. Magic" is the first to be welcomed into 2020. We caught up with Myles from Reliqa to discuss the bands past, present and future. We’re building a fan...