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The Cockatoo

Hosted by Australian Music Alliance · music · EN-US

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About this Podcast:

Welcome to the Cockatoo, your dedicated source for all things related to the vibrant Australian music community in the USA. In this podcast, we bring you closer to the heart of the scene, focusing on the journey and people that are shaping the unique fusion of Australian talent and the USA’s dynamic music landscape. Whether you're an artist, industry professional, or a music enthusiast, join us on this as we explore inspiring stories, offer insider insights, and connect the thriving Aussie-expat community.

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Contact path

Public web form

Booking probability

37%

Guest openness

Selective

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What is The Cockatoo about?

Welcome to the Cockatoo, your dedicated source for all things related to the vibrant Australian music community in the USA. In this podcast, we bring you closer to the heart of the scene, focusing on the journey and people that are shaping the unique fusion of Australian talent and the USA’s dynamic music landscape.

Who hosts The Cockatoo?

The Cockatoo is hosted by Australian Music Alliance. The show has published 20 episodes to date.

What has The Cockatoo covered recently?

Recent episodes include "20. Kieran Lama of Spacey Jane" (1 June 2026, 16 minutes), "19. Performer and Songwriter Hatchie" (10 April 2026, 17 minutes), and "18. Charlie Needs Braces" (3 February 2026, 15 minutes).

How often does The Cockatoo publish?

The Cockatoo publishes roughly every few months, with episodes averaging 17 minutes across 20 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on The Cockatoo?

Booking probability for The Cockatoo is 37%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Cockatoo requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Cockatoo's contact route on record: public web form.

Who should pitch The Cockatoo?

The strongest fits for The Cockatoo are Artists, Writers & Performers. The Cockatoo has a music audience.

About the host

Australian Music Alliance hosts The Cockatoo, a music podcast with 20 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Episode #20

    20. Kieran Lama of Spacey Jane

    Jun 1, 202616 minS1

    <p>Kieran Lama is the drummer and founding member of Spacey Jane, one of Australia’s most successful indie rock exports of the past decade. Originally formed in Western Australia, the band has grown from playing...

  • Episode #19

    19. Performer and Songwriter Hatchie

    Apr 10, 202617 minS1

    <p>Hatchie is the project of Harriette Pilbeam, an Australian artist blending dreamy shoegaze textures with shimmering pop melodies. After breaking through with her debut album Keepsake in 2019, she returned with Giving...

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    18. Charlie Needs Braces

    Feb 3, 202615 minS0

    <p>We kick off 2026 with Charlie Needs Braces. Charlie Needs Braces is a combination of Charlie and her sister, Miri. They are GuriNgai people now living down in Melbourne. The duo released their first EP in 2022, and...

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    17. INXS's Garry Gary Beers

    May 27, 202517 minS0

    <p>In this episode, we’re joined by a true icon of Australian rock: Garry Gary Beers. Best known as the founding bassist of the legendary band INXS, Garry’s musical legacy spans decades and continents. These days, he’s...

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    16. Performer & Songwriter Lucy Sugerman

    Mar 10, 202517 minS0

    <p>Lucy is an emerging singer and songwriter based in Canberra, who joins the Cockatoo from Los Angeles on her way to SXSW in Austin Texas. Lucy shares a bit on her story from her early years and appearing on The Voice...

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  • Episode #15

    15. Performer and Songwriter Ben Abraham

    Jan 21, 202518 minS1

    <p>On today’s episode, we sit down with the brilliant songwriter and performer Ben Abraham. <br/><br/>Known for his evocative storytelling and soulful voice, Ben has released solo albums with Secretly Canadian and...

  • Episode #14

    14. Composer Bryce Jacobs

    Nov 26, 202417 minS1

    <p>This episode, Host Adam Burke sits down with the one and only Bryce Jacobs—a composer, multi-instrumentalist, and inventor who’s got a seriously impressive CV.<br/><br/>A Sydney Conservatorium of Music grad, Bryce...

  • Episode #13

    13. Performer and Songwriter Hayley Warner

    Oct 15, 202416 minS1

    <p>In this episode, Adam welcomes singer, songwriter, and musician Hayley Warner. Originally from Sydney, Hayley has penned songs for herself and an impressive roster of artists, including Tina Arena, Kelly Clarkson...

  • Episode #12

    12. Performer and Songwriter Gordi

    Sep 3, 202417 minS1

    <p>As we return from the summer break, Adam sits down with Sophie Payten, known to the world as Gordi—a talented musician, singer, songwriter, and medical doctor from Canowindra, a small town 300km west of Sydney...

  • Episode #11

    11. DJ Benson

    Jul 16, 202417 minS1

    <p>In this episode, Adam welcomes Ben O'Connor, who performs as Benson, a DJ and producer originally from Melbourne. Benson has made his mark at major Australian festivals like Splendour in the Grass, Beyond the Valley...

  • Episode #10

    10. Publicist Grace Jones

    Jun 25, 202419 minS1

    <p> In this episode, Adam welcomes Grace Jones, a former journalist turned music publicist, who is celebrating a decade at Grandstand HQ. Grace shares her journey from journalism in Australia to representing renowned...

  • Episode #9

    9. Jacob Snell of Look Out Kid Management

    Jun 4, 202417 minS1

    <p>In this episode of the Cockatoo, Host Adam Burke sits down with renowned Artist Manager, Jacob Snell. <br/><br/>Jacob founded Monster Management back in 2011, which he moved to the US with his life and business...

  • Episode #8

    8. Producer, Mixer and Sound Engineer Chris 'TEK' O'Ryan

    May 14, 202418 minS1

    <p>In this episode of The Cockatoo, your host Adam Burke dives deep into the musical journey of Chris O'Ryan, better known as TEK - a highly respected sound engineer, mixer, and producer. Originally hailing from...

  • Episode #7

    7. Campbell Burns of the Vacations

    Apr 9, 202417 minS1

    <p>Today, we're thrilled to be joined by Campbell Burns, the creative force behind Vacations, a band that has been turning heads since its inception in 2015 in the coastal city of Newcastle, NSW.<br/><br/></p><p>With...

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    6. Zoë Randall of Luluc

    Mar 25, 202418 minS0

    <p>Host Adam Burke chats with singer, songwriter Zoe Randall, who together with Steve Hassett make up the folk duo Luluc. We learn how the duo managed to keep their connections to Australia, while forging a successful...

  • Episode #5

    5. Darren Cordeux of Kisschasy and Daz & the Demons

    Mar 11, 202418 minS1

    <p>In today's installment of The Cockatoo, host Adam Burke chats with singer, songwriter, guitarist, producer, and all-around music industry powerhouse Darren Cordeux. From leading the iconic band Kisschasy to his...

  • Episode #4

    4. Manager Kate Cudbertson

    Feb 26, 202416 minS1

    <p>In today's installment, your host Adam Burke engages in a lively conversation with another phenomenal homegrown artist manager, the incomparable Kate Cudbertson. They delve into Kate's daring leap from her hometown...

  • Episode #3

    3. Producer and APRA Rep Sam Cook

    Feb 12, 202419 minS1

    <p>In our third episode, host Adam Burke chats with Indigenous Australian producer Sam Cook. They get into Sam's beginnings as a Nyikina woman growing up in Broome and working as an arts professional in Australia before...

  • Episode #2

    2. Ben Lee

    Jan 28, 202421 minS1

    <p>It's Episode Cocka-Two! <br/><br/>In this episode, host Adam Burke chats with the one-and-only Ben Lee. They talk about Ben's move to the states at the age of 18, how LA-based Australians look after the touring...

  • Episode #1

    1. Manager Jodie Regan of Spinning Top

    Jan 13, 202419 minS1

    <p>In this inaugural episode of The Cockatoo, host Adam Burke chats with Australian artist manager and Fremantle legend, Jodie Regan (Spinning Top Management).<br/><br/>Best known for her work as manager of artists...

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