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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Kathleen Halloran is a guitarist from Melbourne Australia.
She's a rare talent with a soul, feel, attitude, and work ethic way beyond her years.
Currently playing with Kate Ceberano, she has her own t…
Nina Ferro is a multi award-winning vocalist, songwriter, session and recording artist with a powerful, evocative voice, ridiculous vocal range and captivating stage presence. She has earned an envia…
TO CELEBRATE JACO PASTORIUS' 70TH BIRTHDAY (1/12/21) HERE IS TGLP SPOTLIGHT: JACO PASTORIUS IN REPLAY.
John Francis Anthony "Jaco" Pastorius III, born December 1 1951, was an American bass player an…
My guest today is Paul Christie.
Paul is the bass player for iconic Australian band Mondo Rock.
In the 80s, Paul also founder the Australian super group, The Party Boys which, lets say, had a floating …
TGLP Spotlight: Simon Phillips.
TGLP Spotlight Series is where my friends and i sit down and talk about our favourite musicians. Be it local, be it worldwide. Musicians that have influenced us, inspi…
TO CELEBRATE THE RELEASE OF HOLLIE SMITH'S NEW 2021 ALBUM "COMING IN FROM THE DARK", HERE IS HER 2020 PODCAST INTERVIEW IN REPLAY
My guest today is Hollie Smith.
Hollie Smith is one of New Zealand's …
My guest today is the mighty Lachy Doley.
Dubbed the Jimi Hendrix of the Keys, Lachy Doley is one of the greatest Blues Soul Rock Organ Players in the world today.
Lachy’s mesmerising and viral live pe…
I hope you enjoy my conversation with legendary vocalist, Pat Powell.
With a career that spans over four decades and right across the globe, Pat Powell (Patou) is one of Australia’s most accomplished…
My guest today is Peter Luscombe.
Peter is drummer, musician, producer and musical director from Melbourne, Australia.
From Joe Camilleri and the Black Sorrows, Vika and Linda Bull, Stephen Cummings am…
Stevie Cat Jnr is a drummer from Waiuku, New Zealand, who now lives in Melbourne and currently plays with Aussie hip hop legend Seth Sentry.
He was one half of Misfits of Science, a hip hop rap duo th…
This is A Few Gig Tales #4.
Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes?
In this sub series of The Gig Life Podcast, you will hear some interesting tales, stories, anecdotes of life on the road, sta…
This is A Few Gig Tales #3.
Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes?
In this sub series of The Gig Life Podcast, you will hear some interesting tales, stories, anecdotes of life on the road, sta…
My guest today is Paul Berton.
Paul is a guitarist, educator, composer, producer and musical director from Sydney.
Leo Sayer, Renee Geyer, John Waters, Jeff Duff and Jimmy Barnes are just a handful of …
My Guest today is Shauna Jensen.
Shauna is a vocalist with an outstanding pedigree.
She has an illustrious career and has worked in, not only Australia’s live music scene but also the recording industr…
My guest today is Dave Longo.
Dave is a freelance guitarist , producer, recording and mix engineer.
Having spent the last 26 in Sydney performing around town with various pop, funk bands, duo’s , jazz …
My guest today is Pete Drummond.
Pete is a session drummer, composer, songwriter and multi instrumentalist from Australia.
As said in an article by Drumscence magazine:
“Pete Drummond is a world-class m…
My guest today is Dan Kerby.
DK is a session drummer and educator based in Melbourne Australia. Dan currently plays drums for some of Australia's and most iconic acts including Bliss N Eso, 28 Days, B…
My guest today is Stan Bicknell.
Stan is a NZ born drummer who for the past 13 years has based himself out of Melbourne Australia. In this time he has toured and recorded with many artists locally and…