Hosted by Stevie Taylor · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 175 episodes
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The Gig Life Podcast is a long-form music interview series hosted by Stevie Taylor, featuring in-depth conversations with musicians, producers, songwriters, and industry professionals from Australia, New Zealand, and around the world. Since launching in 2018, the show has shared authentic stories from the people behind the music — exploring creative journeys, career breakthroughs, studio sessions, touring life, and the realities of making a living in music.With over 160 episodes, The Gig Life Podcast has become a trusted platform for Australian and NZ music storytelling, featuring well-known artists, rising session players, and behind-the-scenes industry voices. Whether you’re a musician, music fan, or curious creative, you’ll find real talk, inspiration, and insight in every episode.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 n
Stevie Taylor hosts The Gig Life Podcast, a music show with 175 episodes published.
Today’s episode is a bit of a full-circle moment for me, because my guest is Dave Varriale — the host of I’d Hit That Podcast… one of the reasons this show exists. Back in the day, Dave and his guests on Id Hit That were
My guest today is guitarist Adam Miller — one of Australia’s most quietly brilliant musicians. We talk about seeing the guitar like a piano, opening for Tommy Emmanuel as a teenager, touring the US as a fully self-manage
My guest today is Michael Paynter — Singer, songwriter, producer and multi instrumentalist with a voice you’ve heard everywhere, even if you didn’t know it. From touring with Jimmy Barnes , ICEHOUSE , and The Veronicas ,
My guest today is drummer, composer, and creative mad scientist Nick Gaffaney. Originally from Christchurch NZ, now based in LA, with a career that’s moved through jazz, free improv, cruise ships, the NZ session scene, a
Yo! Stevie Taylor here. No guest today… this one’s a bit of a pause-and-look-around moment. A wee bit of a year in review. Stick around. I’ll tell you about some of the behind the scenes stuff and my personal takeaways f
My guest today is the one the only Tania Doko — one half of Bachelor Girl , and one of Australia’s most distinctive voices. Bachelor Girl’s debut album, Waiting for the Day is one of my dessert island albums, so it was r
My guest today is singer and songwriter Hayley Teal . Hayley’s been a professional musician since her teens — from X Factor and major sync deals to cover bands, TV show bands like Dancing with the Stars and Australian id
My guest today is Tiffany Richmond. She’s a mum, a musician, voiceover artist and coach and the creative force behind kids EDM act, Poppy Galactic. In this conversation we talk about her journey from the early band days,
My guest today, is powerhouse vocalist Ally Friendship — a singer with grit, soul, and one hell of a story. From fronting rock bands and tribute shows to nearly 30 years working as a mortician, Ally’s journey is as uniqu
On Sunday 19th October 2025, I got word that Virginia Lillye lost her 2 year battle with cancer. Virginia was a powerhouse on stage but more so a beacon of hope and positivity off it, which makes it that more diffi
My guest today is drummer and composer Alexander Flood . From tabla to house beats, from Adelaide to Europe – Alex has carved out his own lane, blending electronic textures with the raw power of live drums. We talk new a
My guest today Queensland guitarist, producer, and composer Joel Hunt . A month ago I hadn’t heard of Joel Joel, but he sent me some links, I hit play, and straight away I thought, where’s this guy been hiding? His new a
To celebrate Jim Kelly's bithday, here is our 2020 podcast interview. One of my personal favourite interviews. I hope you enjoy it. Stevie. My guest today is Australian guitar legend, educator and studio owner, Jim Kelly
My guest today is Luke Davison. Drummer for The Preatures , Dean Lewis , Delta Goodrem and more. Humble, thoughful and a real player. We chat about his early days growing up in Sydney, working at Drum City, learning from
My guests today — joining me all the way from New Orleans — are Charlie Wooton and Arsene DeLay. Charlie’s a monster bass player, originally from Lafayette, Louisiana. He’s toured the world, played with legends like Cyri
My guest today is Brett Garsed. A guitar virtuoso, Brett is renowned for his work with John Farnham and is also well known for his hybrid picking technique and legato-style guitar playing. “Brett Garshred,” some call him
My guest today is Ali Foster. From growing up in Western Sydney with a musical family, to earning stripes in jazz at the Con, hitting the road with the Hussy Hicks , playing with Beccy Cole , and sharing practice session
First published in 2021, A Few Gig Tales is coming back! Check out this previous episode in the popular series. This is A Few Gig Tales #2. Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes? In this sub series of The Gig Life
My guest today is Chris Kamzelas A guitarist from Sydney, Chris first came onto my radar back in the early 2000s as he was part of the Australian Idol band. He was also in the first band of The Voice Australia. Since the
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, stage and studio, told by the musicians and artists
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The Gig Life Podcast is hosted by Stevie Taylor. The show is categorised under music (interviews) and has published 175 episodes.
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