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Hosted by Mick and the Phatman · music · EN-AU · 116 episodes
Join Mick and Jeff as they talk about artists, albums and music genres with passion that comes from personal connection. They’ve seen artists in concert at venues that don’t even exist today, bought albums when they were released on vinyl and, in some cases, met the artists. Sometimes they love the artist or music they're talking about. Sometimes they don’t. But, without fail, you'll always hear something you didn’t know.
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Booking probability
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Signup to Generate a PitchJoin Mick and Jeff as they talk about artists, albums and music genres with passion that comes from personal connection. They’ve seen artists in concert at venues that don’t even exist today, bought albums when they were released on vinyl and, in some cases, met the artists. Sometimes they love the artist or music they're talking about. Sometimes they don’t.
Recent episodes include "The Saddest Songs of All" (10 October 2026, 57 minutes), "Why We Love Roxy Music" (27 September 2026, 75 minutes), and "Misused Songs" (13 September 2026, 63 minutes).
Mick and the PhatMan Talking Music publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 62 minutes across 116 episodes.
Booking probability for Mick and the PhatMan Talking Music is 33%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Mick and the PhatMan Talking Music requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Mick and the PhatMan Talking Music's contact route on record: public web form.
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Mick and the PhatMan Talking Music is a music show with 116 episodes published.
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Episode #15
A rock music standard is the “sad song”. Most commonly these revolve around “love”, but not always! Sometimes they can just be talking about a sad situation. This episode, we look at a grab bag of sad songs and artists...
Episode #14
Over the last 6 years, we’ve often cited Roxy Music amongst our favourite bands, albums or songs. We’ve talked about their albums - covers, lyrics, and so on – and included them amongst “Deep Cuts” that you need to know...
Episode #13
We’ve talked about how people don’t listen to the lyrics before using a song – for advertising, a political rally, or a special event. That's how we end up with Volvo using a song about drug abuse and transvestism to...
Episode #12
The second half of our look at 1976 - a banner year for music. This time, the boys look at more of their favourites of the “Class of ‘76” and plug in a dynamite playlist to go with it! The conclusion of a romp through...
Episode #10
This episode’s a bit schizophrenic! Firstly, we look at Kate Bush, whose first single “Wuthering Heights” was released against the wishes of her record company – too long and too weird, they said. We all know how wrong...
Episode #9
<p>This episode we look at the phenomena of hugely successful artists refusing to play the songs that made them! First among these is Radiohead, whose “Creep” launched them onto the world stage. Others include The...
Episode #8
<p> </p><p>In the mid-70's, one of our most outrageous bands burst out of Melbourne ready to shock a relatively conservative Australian society. With wild costumes & makeup, songs touching on drugs, sexuality and...
Episode #7
<p><br/></p><p>One of NZ’s best-ever band exports is Split Enz. Formed in the 70’s, Split Enz’ intelligent pop music made them one of our top bands for over a decade, and still beloved today. We look at how they got...
Episode #6
<p> This episode, we look at guest appearances. From Duane Allman playing the famous lead on “Layla”, to Bob Seger doing backing vocals on The Eagles’ “Heartache Tonight”. It’s all here, from a moment in the studio to...
Episode #5
<p>Sometimes, bands release only one album – no follow-up, no nothing! Some are great. Some, not so much. This episode, we look at a bunch of what we’re calling “One-Album-Wonders". </p><p>In 1975, Aerosmith released...
Episode #4
<p> Linda Ronstadt has been described as the most successful and certainly the most durable and most gifted woman rock singer of her era. We look at her impact on music (and us!). </p><p>Our "Album You Must Listen to...
Episode #3
<p> When we watch movies & shows at the movies or, increasingly, on TV, the soundtrack is ever-present to set the mood and enhance the story. But we never stop to consider its’ role, how it’s changed over the years, and...
Episode #2
<p>In Season 5 (2025), we talked about how double albums came about, and talked about some of the best double albums of the 70’s. This episode, we look at some of the best double albums of the 80’s. </p><p> Our Album...
Episode #1
<p>We’re back again for another year and kicking off by looking at supergroups – that “elite” class of rock bands made up of members of other top bands! What they are, how they form, and shining examples! </p><p> Our...
Episode #15
<p>A quick final episode to see out the year! </p><p> </p><p>Christmas is many things to many people. To us, it’s a chance to talk about themed music, or, in this case, movies that fit the theme. </p><p> </p><p>We talk...
Episode #14
<p>Well, we made it! 100 episodes & still going strong! (Except for a bit of a medical interlude for both of us.) Who’d have thought the views of a pair of opinionated Aussie music fans could have entertained so many...
Mick and the PhatMan Talking Music
<p>Send us a message, so we know what you're thinking!</p><p>We're sorry for the delay in episodes. We've had some medical issues - Jeff's been in and out of hospital, and Mick's had surgery on his eyes.</p><p>But we...
Episode #13
<p><br/></p><p>In this episode, we look at <b>The Pretenders </b>– where they started (& before they started!), the tragedies, and what’s happening these days. From the Kent State shootings to mid-70's punk, it’s a...
Episode #12
<p><br/></p><p>A special episode today to look at the huge amount of people who’ve recently died. Obviously, Ozzy Osbourne is the most well-known, but there’s gonna be a queue a mile long at the Pearly Gates as they try...
Episode #11
<p><br/></p><p>Is a double album a record label cash grab, or a way to deliver great music that can't be contained within the usual confines of a single LP? The double album has been both. This episode, we look at how...
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