Hear 2 Zen Podcast

On Episode 320 of The Hear 2 Zen Podcast, we sit down with Ryan Neff, bassist and vocalist for metalcore heavyweights Miss May I, for an honest dive into the emotional reality of dropping new music in 2026. Releasing their ninth record, Ryan opens up about the weight of handing over deeply personal songs to the public. He shares the struggle of letting go of ownership, navigating the pressure to c...

On Episode 319 of the Hear 2 Zen Podcast, we catch up with Josh O’Donnell, frontman for Melbourne-based heavy fusion outfit Banks Arcade, to celebrate the release of their high-octane new album, Second Place Superstar (out September 25). In this deep-dive conversation, Josh opens up about the shifting dynamics within the band and how stepping away from writing in a total vacuum allowed guitarist J...

In Episode 318 of The Hear 2 Zen Podcast, we sit down for an unfiltered, hilarious, and deeply honest conversation with the ultimate multi-hyphenate artist, Billy Morrison. Known globally as Billy Idol's long-time rhythm guitarist, a celebrated fine artist, and a popular radio host, Billy opens up about his acclaimed solo record Hollow, shutting the door on 31 years of personal recovery throug...

In Episode 317 of The Hear 2 Zen Podcast , we catch up with Rise Against guitarist Zach Blair ahead of the band’s highly anticipated November/December Australian tour alongside Dropkick Murphys. Zach dives into the surreal feeling of playing on the steps of the Sydney Opera House and reflects on the monumental response to their previous tour opening for blink-182. The two talk through the realitie...

In this episode, we sit down with legendary producer, mixer, and guitarist Dave Fortman (Ugly Kid Joe, Evanescence, Slipknot, Mudvayne, Godsmack, Down) for a raw, unfiltered look behind the mixing board and inside the studio. Dave opens up about: The Slipknot All Hope Is Gone Era: What really went down during the recording sessions, managing band dynamics, why he didn't record the "Studio...

In Episode 315 of the Hear 2 Zen Podcast, host Mert Tyson sits down with Brad Christmas, frontman of the Australian Americana outfit Copperline, for an in-depth exploration of craftsmanship, creativity, and the human element in modern music. Brad opens up about collaborating with renowned producer Shane Nicholson for their third album, Sleepwalking , highlighting the deliberate choice to embrace o...

In Episode 314 of the Hear 2 Zen Podcast, we sit down with Brisbane-based country music rising star Tyla Rodrigues. Tyla reflects on her rapid growth over the past four years, moving from late-night cover sets at the Broadbeach Tavern to performing on the main stages at the Groundwater Country Music Festival. We dive deep into her songwriting journey, exploring how Miranda Lambert’s The Marfa Tape...

In Episode 313, Hear 2 Zen sits down with legendary bassist, songwriter, and producer Phil Soussan (Ozzy Osbourne, Billy Idol, Last In Line) to dive deep into his brand-new solo endeavor, Cosmofighter. Phil breaks down the origins of his upcoming EP trilogy, starting with the first installment dropping November 11th, and shares how writing 16 tracks in a whirlwind sparked interest from multiple re...

On this episode of Hear 2 Zen, host Andrew sits down with Melbourne-based artist Nat Allison to discuss her single, "Think Clearly Now" (releasing September 4th), and her upcoming Australian tour supporting rock legend Suzi Quatro. We talk about * Sonic Evolution: Nat discusses shifting from her usual blues-rock foundation toward an old-school country-pop style. Originally co-written yea...

In Episode 311 of The Hear 2 Zen Podcast, we are honored to feature what is Rikki Rockett’s first Australian interview for his highly anticipated autobiography, Ghost Notes: My Life In Poison. While many fans know Rikki as the iconic powerhouse drummer behind multi-platinum rock giants Poison, Ghost Notes reveals a life story that goes far deeper than the arena stages, stadium tours, and hair spra...

Fresh off his signing to Columbia Records, Australian alternative troubadour Billy Vincent joins Episode 310 of the Hear 2 Zen Podcast. Known for pairing offbeat finger-picking riffs with a hard-hitting, unguarded vocal delivery, Billy breaks down the release of his debut EP, The Arrival. In this episode:From the Pitch to the Studio: Billy opens up about transitioning from playing local rugby leag...

In this episode of The Hear 2 Zen Podcast, we sit down with acclaimed Australian singer-songwriter Kate Miller-Heidke to celebrate the release of her brand-new album, The Kiss and the Abyss, alongside her latest single, "Butterflies." Kate opens up about the relief and anxiety of releasing new music, the personal transformations that inspired the record, and why "killing off your ol...

In Episode 308 of the Hear 2 Zen Podcast, we sit down with Justin Currie, frontman and founding member of Scottish rock icons Del Amitri. Ahead of their upcoming Past to Present: Four Decades of Their Greatest Hits tour across Australia and New Zealand, Justin opens up about returning down under, the creative process behind new music, and surviving decades in the rock industry. Episode Highlights:...

In Episode 307 of the Hear 2 Zen Podcast, we sit down with Australian country-pop/rock powerhouse Hayley Jensen for an in-depth, candid conversation about her evolving musical journey, upcoming festival appearances, and live touring. Hayley shares her excitement about performing at the Groundwater Country Music Festival on the Gold Coast, breaking down what makes the free, multi-day event so speci...

Get ready for an absolute classic of an episode, music lovers! This week on the Hear2Zen Podcast, we’re joined by none other than Ken Gormly , legendary bassist for Aussie rock royalty The Cruel Sea ! 💥 Ken sat down with us for a huge chat packed with killer stories, classic rock ’n’ roll history, and a ton of laughs. With The Cruel Sea gearing up to celebrate the 30th anniversary of their iconic...

As long-time favourites of Australian audiences, the Floridian five-piece has built a reputation that goes well beyond simple nostalgia. Every return visit to our shores sees packed rooms, massive singalongs, and pure fun, a constant reminder of why they love coming back, and why Aussie fans keep showing up in droves. Across more than three decades, Less Than Jake have carved out a catalogue that...

In Episode 304 , we sit down with Adam 'Hutch' Glynn , original vocalist of Australian heavy metal juggernauts Frankenbok ! 🔥 Since their formation back in 1997, Frankenbok have weathered a legendary revolving door of lineup changes, with founding guitarist Aaron “Azza Bok” Butler remaining the steadfast anchor 🎸. Azza’s musical vision and sheer tenacity have kept the nucleus of this ban...

Get ready to crank the volume to 11! 🔊 Episode 303, We sit down with Jenni and Marty Powell , the driving forces behind Melbourne’s hard rock powerhouses, Riff Raiders !💥 Since kicking off in 2015, Riff Raiders have been tearing up stages across Australia with their irresistible blend of big hooks, razor-sharp riffs, and explosive live energy 💥. From sharing stages with legends like Baby Animal...

Get ready to turn the volume up to eleven! In Episode 302 of the Hear 2 Zen Podcast , we are joined by an absolute icon of rock history, the legendary guitarist, songwriter, and the enduring heart of SWEET , Andy Scott ! With the massive Final Blitz Tour of Australia locked in for this October and November, Andy sits down for a massive, unfiltered chat. After being missed on the last run down unde...

In this episode of the Hear 2 Zen Podcast, we dive deep into the beautiful darkness with the legendary Dani Filth , iconic frontman of Cradle of Filth . With the band on the cusp of hitting Australian shores for their highly anticipated tour this July, Dani opens up about what it takes to bring their massive, sinister world across the globe. We dissect the invaluable lessons learned from pulling d...

We have officially hit the big 300! To celebrate this monumental milestone for The Hear 2 Zen Podcast, we could think of no one better to sit down with than the enigmatic, charismatic, and incredibly talented frontman of Bush, Gavin Rossdale. From day one, this podcast has been about raw, and real conversations, just music loving people, kicking back and talking about the what we love. To celebrat...

Welcome to Episode 299 of the Hear 2 Zen Podcast! In this massive episode, we are diving deep into the weird, wonderful, and heavily layered world of the Pusciverse. We are joined by the incredible Mat Mitchell and Carina Round of Puscifer to unpack their stunning latest album, Normal Isn't, and look ahead to their highly anticipated December 2026 tour down under supporting A Perfect Circle. P...

Australia’s premier high-voltage rock ‘n’ roll export, Airbourne , have never been a band to do things by halves. On their upcoming self-titled sixth studio album, dropping August 28th via Spinefarm Records, they have completely outdone themselves. In this episode of the Hear 2 Zen Podcast, front-man Joel O'Keeffe stops by for a massive chat about the new record, which channels the immortal sp...

Out of the ruins of the past, something massive has risen. 💥 On Episode 297 of the Hear 2 Zen Podcast, we are joined by the incredible Grace Pasturini (Lilith), vocalist for the international cinematic metal project VINDICTA! Before they descend down under this June for their first-ever global live performances, Grace sits down to open up about moving past the pain of industry turmoil, reclaiming...

What happens when you walk away from an award-winning, international hairdressing career in the UK to chase a teenage dream? If you’re Amy Russell, you trade the scissors for a camera body and end up jet-setting across the globe to document rock royalty. But her latest adventure, crossing the equator to serve as the official touring photographer and content creator for American pop-punk titans Bow...