Say It With Guitars - with Pete Cornelius

Well, after much arm twisting David Grey has won the battle so today Pete Cornelius is on the other side of the podcast with Dave and Billy Tarrant asking the big ones.  This is a bonus episode really, as season 5 isn't going to be as regular as the previous seasons.  Instead of coming out every fortnight, episodes will be released whenever they happen. As this is a non-financial 'love project' an...

Troy Cassar-Daley is an Australian singer / songwriter that really needs no introduction. He's won a tonne of awards and continues to do so.  I was lucky enough to sit down and chat with Troy during his last run to Tassy. We chat about his last few records and also jump deep into the weeds about guitars and pedals etc... Hope y'all enjoy   https://troycassardaley.com.au/ https://www.youtube.com/Tr...

Today I get to chat with Travis New. He's a session guitarist from Sydney NSW. I caught up with Trav whilst he was in Hobart touring with Fanny Lumsden alongside Paul Kelly & Lucinda Williams, and got to catch the show later that night.  Sure was some fine git-picking that night! Hope you enjoy our chat https://www.instagram.com/trav_new/   I'd like to thank our sponsors: Tarrant Guitars www.t...

Todays guest is Producer and multi-instrumentalist John Castle.  John has worked on soo many amazing albums with some incredible artists over the years. I'm not going to list them all here, but I do highly recommend checking out his website below.  John now resides in Launceston TAS and continues to work on many cool projects.  https://www.johncastle.com.au/ https://www.instagram.com/_johncastle_/...

Today's chat is with English born guitarist Chris Finnen who has lived in Adelaide, South Australia most his life. I was lucky enough to hang out with Chris at his place for this chat, surrounded by photos, instruments and his dog. Hope you enjoy https://chrisfinnen.bandcamp.com/album/to-my-southern-town https://www.facebook.com/ChrisFinnenMusic/     I'd like to thank our sponsors: Tarrant Guitars...

Today's conversation is with Australian award winning singer songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, producer and all round legend Shane Nicholson. I really enjoyed sitting around chewing the fat with Shane and could have done so for hours. I hope you enjoy too. https://shanenicholson.com/ https://www.instagram.com/shanenicholson/ https://www.facebook.com/ShaneNicholsonMusic/ https://www.youtube.com/us...

Hey guys, today I get to chat with Melbourne lad Brett Wood. Brett has not long released his second single 'Eyes' from his forthcoming album. You might have seen him open and play alongside Pete Murray on his most recent AUS / NZ tour.  Check him out if ya can!   https://www.brettwood.com/ https://www.instagram.com/brettwoodmusic/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/brettwoodmusic/ https://soundcloud.c...

Kathleen Halloran is carving out a space all her own — a guitarist with serious firepower and a songwriter who’s not afraid to dig deep. Her music blends fierce, expressive guitar solos with raw, soul-baring storytelling, capturing the emotional rollercoaster of the creative life. https://www.kathleenhalloran.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@kathleenhalloran https://www.facebook.com/kathleenhalloranm...

Today I get to chat with bluesman Frank Sultana. Since winning the International Blues Challenge in Memphis Jan 2023, Frank has been busier than ever. Continuing to show us he's a powerful, authentic blues singer-songwriter.    https://franksultanamusic.com/ https://franksultanamusic.bandcamp.com/ https://www.facebook.com/frank.sultana.5/ https://www.instagram.com/franksultanamusic/   I'd like to...

Today's conversation is with the amazing Jules Parker from the band Hussy Hicks who I caught up with in Broadbeach QLD back in May. The girls are currently touring across Europe, catch them if you can! https://hussyhicks.com/home https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGuRga17Sn9VqV9S-iIPC_Q https://www.facebook.com/hussyhicks/ https://www.instagram.com/hussyhicks/   I'd like to thank our sponsors: Tarr...

Today's conversation is with Shane Pacey. Born in Sheffield, England but has called Australia home since he was 10yo. Shane is one of the original members from the iconic blues/rock band The Bondi Cigars. I caught up with Shane during the Blues on Broadbeach festival back in May 2025.  https://shanepaceytrio.com.au/ https://bondicigars.com/ https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Shane-Pacey-Trio-100063561...

Today's conversation is with QLD blues rock guitarist and singer / songwriter Lecia Louise. Her new album is due out soon so please keep and eye out for that when its released! https://www.lecialouise.com/ https://www.instagram.com/lecialouise/ https://www.facebook.com/lecialouise/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNZh_XxI30oP4LYARJSzcWg   I'd like to thank our sponsors: Tarrant Guitars www.tarran...

Today I get to chat with Hobart / nipaluna based luthier Mark Gilbert. Check out Mark's links below! https://www.markgilbertguitars.com/ https://www.instagram.com/markgilbertguitars/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/p/Mark-Gilbert-Guitars-100046659907469/   I'd like to thank our sponsors: Tarrant Guitars www.tarrantguitars.net.au Top Shelf Guitars www.topshelfinstruments.com.au     Like to donate to...

Today's conversation is with session player and teacher Simon Patterson who's now based in Hobart Tasmania.  https://www.facebook.com/SimonPattersonTrio/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DXpdNHZJgZI https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0KuiOVqCjuU https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-tqk5gnl-zE https://pertout.com/Patterson.htmhttps://pertout.com/Patterson.htm     I'd like to thank our sponsors: Tarrant Gui...

Hey friends, welcome back to the pod! Its been a lovely break from edits and deadlines but Ive missed the chats! Some amazing guests this season and stoked to bring them all to you. This episode I chat with Australian country and roots legend Bill Chambers.  You might catch him on the road with his daughter Kacey touring her new record. Enjoy https://billchambersmusic.com/ https://www.facebook.com...

Today is the last chat for season 3 and I'm lucky enough to round this one off with Syd Green. Syd is a multi-instrumentalist, producer and studio owner based on the south coast of NSW in a little town called Jervis Bay. He's a busy live drummer too with Kasey Chambers and years with festival favourites 19-Twenty. Please check out his happenings here: https://sydgreen.com.au/ https://www.instagram...

Today's conversation is with Melbourne singer, songwriter & shredder Nat Allison.  Nat is currently mixing her latest album and we get a sneak peak of 2 of the new unreleased songs here. When she's not busy making and performing her own music, she's touring with rock royalty Suzi Quatro! Please find more info and happenings here: https://natallison.com/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/5JXcdBCi...

Today I get to chat with Darren 'Jacko' Jack from the Central Coast of NSW. Jacko is a powerhouse git picker with deep passion for electric blues and cranking out some big strat tones.  Please check out his work here: https://www.darrenjackmusic.com/ https://www.instagram.com/darrenjackmusic/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/darrenjackmusic https://open.spotify.com/artist/3E4mmCuCc6mOiKun6XCNGB?si=C...

Today I get to chat with Danny Widdicombe, a singer, songwriter & multi-instrumentalist from Brisbane QLD.  Please check out his links below https://dannywiddicombe.com/ https://www.instagram.com/dannywiddicombe/ https://www.facebook.com/DannyMarsdenWiddicombe/ https://music.apple.com/au/artist/danny-widdicombe/250494714 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaBuiQkizegbKG5Tl-xuwLA https://open.spo...

Today I get to chat with Jeb Cardwell. Jeb has a great take on swampy americana and blues, be it with his own solo project, his trio Backwood Creatures or side man with Kasey Chambers. Please find Jeb's music and info below: https://www.jebcardwell.com/ https://www.facebook.com/jeb.cardwell/ https://www.instagram.com/jebcardwellmusic/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/5VfuSUcChdBp2EzDONpW2Y https://...

Today I chat with guitar wielder and soulful vocalist Josh Owen. You can find more info on what Josh gets up to below: https://open.spotify.com/artist/16Wns4nkzGEBTLLV0NhH38 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JqGquQ-evkw https://www.instagram.com/josh.owenmusic/ https://www.facebook.com/josh.owenmusic/   I'd like to thank our sponsors: Tarrant Guitars www.tarrantguitars.net.au Top Shelf Guitars www.t...

Today I get to chat with instrumental guitar slinger Adam Miller from Newcastle NSW.  Adam is a highly regarded player here in AUS but more so overseas. He's gotten to play with some of the greats and we touch on this along with many other guitar related yarns.  I feature music with permission from his albums 'Beyond Reason' and 'Gallery' Please find links below to Adam's website, socials and musi...

Today's conversation is with Luke Watt. Luke is primarily an acoustic folk / blues artist with strong flavours of bottleneck slide and interesting chord voicings influenced by Chris Whitley, Kelly Joe Phelps and Jeff Lang.  Jeff produced Luke's new album and today we chat about his input and all things guitar.   https://lukewatt.com/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/5CqEirSxHB1xZzqjc38pip https://w...

Hey, welcome to another episode of Say It With Guitars. Today I get to chat with all-rounder Michael Carpenter.  He's a lover of records, making them, teaching them, listening and being intrigued by them.  You can find more info in Michael here: https://www.mcarp.com/ https://open.spotify.com/playlist/31TiVNWi5dFKPI4Le7X7Oe?si=p51iZRPVRkOl-TuczunEmw&pi=a-0qROBARuRLKc&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CM...

Today's conversation is with luthier, amp builder, guitarist and promoter Dave Dobson. Hope you enjoy the chat.  Please check out Dave's links below: https://www.facebook.com/dobsonguitars/ https://dobsonguitars.com/   Riverbend Blues tickets: https://www.iwannaticket.com.au/event/riverbend-blues-on-the-east-coast-MzE2NDQ   I'd like to thank our sponsors: Tarrant Guitars www.tarrantguitars.net.au...