The Gig Life Podcast is a long-form conversation series hosted by Stevie Taylor that dives deep into the lives, careers, and creative journeys of musicians, producers, and industry professionals across Australia, New Zealand, and beyond. Since 2018, the show has featured candid and insightful conversations that go beyond the stage lights—covering everything from early influences and career-defining moments to the challenges and triumphs of making a life in music. With over 160 episodes, The Gig Life Podcast has become a trusted space for authentic storytelling, celebrating both well-known names and hidden gems of the music world.
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Sam Trevethick (aka Sambora)
New Zealand producer, DJ, director, guitarist, keyboard player and one of the founding members of Shapeshifter, and Peacekeepers.
Recorded on 11/12/2018
Episode Music: O…
Victor Rounds. Fijian born Bass Player from Sydney.
James Morrison, Jenny Morris, Marcia Hines, Renee Geyer, Paul Gray, Rick Astley, The Monkees, Tommy Emanuel and many more.
One of the coolest cat…
Jess Ciampa began his musical life as a trumpet player but changed to percussion halfway through a Bachelor of Music Education degree at the NSW Conservatorium. He is a multi instrumentalist at home …
Yanya Boston: “Since the turn of the millennium I have spent a lot of time on the road all around the globe as both drummer and more recently drummer/musical director. As a strong supporter of upcomi…
Diana Rouvas, most recently known for her appearance on the first Season of the Voice Australia… Has always embraced music as a way of life. Starting vocal training at the age of 4, and writing origi…
Jonnie Adams. Long time drummer for Doug Williams & The Mix, and former staff member of the old Billy Hydes Drumcraft.
Recorded in Northmead, NSW Australia 20/11/2018
Fran Kora. Vocalist, bass player and actor from the bay of plenty in New Zealand. Current front man and founding member of the band KORA, and also a member of the Modern Maori Quartet.
Recorded in Au…
Craig Calhoun. Award winning Composer, Producer, multi-instrumentalist, mentor, Music Technologist and creator of Eurofunk.
The Supremes, Chris Hinze, Marcia Hines, Wa Wa Nee, Renee Geyer, Kevin Bor…
Terepai Richmond. Arguably, Australia's most recorded and toured drummer. D.I.G (Directions in Groove), SWOOP, Professor Groove and the Booty Affair, The Whitlams, Savage Garden, Missy Higgins, Soul …
Daniel March is an exciting new face taking his place amongst the independent soul music movement with his debut self titled album. Released October 17 in Japan via a deal with acclaimed label P-Vine…
Dave Goodman. Jazz critic John Clare has described Dave Goodman as ‘one of the leading drummers in the country’ and ‘[one of] the most intriguing drummers recording anywhere’. At just eighteen, Dave …
Karen Lee Andrews (Formerly known by her stage name Ms Murphy) came into the public’s awareness in 2013, through her soul slaying performances on TV’s hit show, The Voice Australia. Ms Andrews has th…
Darren Mathiassen. Bluff-born D’s organic grooves are integral to the homegrown flavours of Aotearoa, through groups and artists such as Iva Lamkum, Rhombus, Age Pryor, Bella Kalolo, Charlotte Yates …
Dave Sleishman. Drummer, and director of Sleishman Drum Co. Following in his fathers footsteps, Dave took what his dad had created and expanded it to what Sleishman is today. Helping develop and crea…
Steele Turkington. Drummer, and one of Australia's leading/groundbreaking drum restorers and instrument makers. Founder and owner of Kentville Drums.
"I'm often asked... what’s the Kentville story W…
Bek Jensen is a Sydney based Singer/songwriter who grew up in an exceptionally talented family with both her parents working as professional musicians in Australia. Always surrounded by live music a…
John Hardaker is a Sydney based jazz, blues and rock guitarist, band leader, graphic designer, music blogger and music reviewer for Australian Jazz.
He formed and led The JHD Revival Band and now ha…
Michael Wheatley. Like a force of nature, this Sydney based artist has continued to carve deep and glorious pathways in music, burlesque, cabaret, performance art, hosting, modelling, DJing and sound…
Dauno Martinez! Chilean born bass player, guitarist, drummer, virtuoso, artist. Theres nothing this guy cant do. Having played all over the world with some of the greatest musician, Sydney is wear hi…